"Hollow Knight: Silksong Mention Sparks Excitement in Xbox Community"

Hollow Knight fans have been eagerly awaiting news about the sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and even a small mention can reignite their excitement. Recently, Xbox's ID@Xbox post on Xbox Wire, penned by director Guy Richards, highlighted the success of independent developers within the program, mentioning over $5 billion paid out. The post celebrated past successes like Phasmophobia, Balatro, Another Crab's Treasure, and Neva. However, it was the mention of upcoming games that caught fans' attention, particularly the line:

"Looking ahead, our lineup is incredible with upcoming games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Descenders Next, and FBC: Firebreak to play across the whole Xbox universe… and of course Hollow Knight: Silksong too!"

This inclusion suggests that Hollow Knight: Silksong could be released sometime in the near future, especially since other games mentioned have confirmed release dates: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on April 24, Descenders Next on April 9, and FBC: Firebreak tentatively in 2025. Given that it's been about six years since the game was announced, fans are understandably eager for any updates.

The reaction on the Silksong subreddit was a mix of humor and irony. One user humorously questioned, "Where's the bait?" while another shared a Squid Game Season 2 scene, indicating a sense of déjà vu with the game's mentions. The community's ongoing wait has fostered a sense of camaraderie, with one user likening the group to a "circus at this point," using a Patrick Star/Man Ray meme to illustrate their point.

Speculation abounds, with some fans hopeful that news might come during Nintendo's Switch 2 Direct on April 2. Team Cherry's vague posts around the official reveal of the Switch 2 have fueled this hope, although skeptics remain doubtful. One user quipped about being part of an "[$8] Mega Buffoon Pack," highlighting the community's humorous self-awareness.

Amidst the speculation and cycles triggered by Xbox's casual mention, Reddit user u/cerberusthedoge provided a witty take, saying, "We got Hollow Knight Silksong 2 before Hollow Knight Silksong." This encapsulates the blend of hope and doubt that continues to characterize the Hollow Knight: Silksong fan community.