Silksong Speculations Rage (Again) Because of a Cake

The Hollow Knight community is abuzz with speculation that Hollow Knight: Silksong will grace the Switch 2, fueled by a cryptic Twitter post and, surprisingly, a cake. Let's delve into the details.

Renewed Hope for Silksong's Arrival

A Twitter Post and a Slice of Cake Spark Speculation

The fervor began with William Pellen, a creator of the game, and his pre- and post-Switch 2 reveal tweets on January 16, 2025. His January 15th tweet hinted at a significant announcement ("something big is coming..."), seemingly foreshadowing the Switch 2 reveal. However, it was his subsequent profile picture change that truly ignited the speculation.

On the day of the Switch 2 announcement (January 16th, 2025), revealing a Nintendo Direct on April 2nd, Pellen updated his profile picture to a slice of cake. A reverse image search revealed the image originated from a Bon Appetit article featuring a Brooklyn Blackout Cake recipe – published on April 2nd, 2024.

Pellen also commented on the article with "mmmm tasty," prompting fans to connect the cake's publication date to the upcoming Direct. The comments section saw fans playfully linking the cake's "silky" texture to Silksong, with one even vowing to bake the cake if Silksong news arrived by April 2nd, 2025.

It's crucial to note that Pellen's connection to the cake comment remains unconfirmed. Nevertheless, the profile picture change itself is undeniable, hinting at something – whether significant or not, remains to be seen.

Silksong's Long-Awaited Debut – Five Years and Counting

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 quiet for over two years. They resurfaced in February 2022, confirming continued development and promising updates closer to release. A June 2022 trailer at the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase showcased gameplay and announced Game Pass availability upon launch.

While initially expected in the first half of 2023, a May 2023 announcement confirmed a delay. Team Cherry cited the game's expanded scope as the reason for the postponement, emphasizing their commitment to delivering a high-quality product.

After five years of anticipation, the Hollow Knight community remains fervent, actively seeking any news about Silksong. The recent speculation, however whimsical, highlights the enduring passion surrounding this highly anticipated sequel.