The Hollow Knight community is abuzz with speculation that Hollow Knight: Silksong will be revealed for the Nintendo Switch 2 during the upcoming Nintendo Direct on April 2nd. Let's delve into the reasons behind this latest wave of excitement.
Renewed Hope for Silksong's Arrival
A Twitter Post and a Curious Cake
The frenzy began with a cryptic tweet from William Pellen, one of the game's creators, on January 15th, 2025. He hinted at a significant announcement the following day, coinciding with the leaked Switch 2 reveal. The usual Silksong inquiries followed, but Pellen's subsequent actions ignited the speculation fire.
On January 16th, 2025, the Switch 2 was officially announced, with a Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2nd. Fans noticed Pellen had changed his profile picture to a slice of cake. A reverse image search linked the image to a Bon Appetit article featuring a Brooklyn Blackout Cake recipe – published on April 2nd, 2024.
Pellen also commented on the article with "mmmm tasty," leading dedicated fans to analyze the connection. Comments on the recipe post included references to Silksong, with one fan even vowing to bake the cake if Silksong news arrived by April 2nd, 2025. Another fan commented on the "silky texture," cleverly linking the cake to the game's title.
It's important to note that Pellen's involvement in the cake recipe comments remains unconfirmed. However, the profile picture change is undeniable, fueling the ongoing speculation, however tenuous.
Silksong's Long-Awaited Debut (Five Years Ago)
Initially announced on February 14th, 2019, Hollow Knight: Silksong was slated for release on Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4, PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. The game, a sequel following Hornet's adventures, has been highly anticipated.
Following a soundtrack preview in December 2019, Team Cherry went silent for over two years. They resurfaced in February 2022, assuring fans of continued development and promising updates closer to release. A June 2022 trailer at the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase showcased new gameplay and confirmed a Game Pass launch.
While initially expected in the first half of 2023, Team Cherry announced a delay in May 2023, citing the game's expanded scope. Over five years later, the passionate Hollow Knight community remains engaged, eagerly seeking any news about Silksong's release. The April 2nd Nintendo Direct holds the potential to finally bring this long wait to an end.
