Hollow Knight: Silksong Mention Sparks Excitement in Gaming Community

Hollow Knight fans have been eagerly awaiting news about its sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong, for quite some time now. The anticipation has become so intense that even a casual mention, like the one recently dropped by Xbox in an ID@Xbox post, can reignite the hopes of those yearning for a 2025 release.

In a post on Xbox Wire, ID@Xbox director Guy Richards highlighted the success of the program, noting that over $5 billion have been paid to independent developers. The post detailed past successes, including games like Phasmophobia, Balatro, Another Crab's Treasure, and Neva. Amidst the list of upcoming games, Richards included a tantalizing mention:

"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 mention hints that Hollow Knight: Silksong could be released anytime between now and the end of all time. The other games mentioned have specific release dates, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 slated for April 24, Descenders Next for April 9, and FBC: Firebreak having a tentative 2025 window. This suggests that Silksong might be closer to release than previously thought.

Given that it's been roughly six years since the announcement of Silksong, fans are understandably eager for updates. The reactions from the Silksong community on Reddit reflect a mix of humor and impatience. One commenter playfully asked, "Where's the bait?" while another posted an image from Squid Game Season 2, captioning it with "Silksong being mentioned by Xbox?" This showcases the community's light-hearted yet ironic take on the prolonged wait.

The Silksong faithful have bonded over their shared anticipation, with some describing themselves as a "circus at this point." Memes and humorous posts abound, such as the Patrick Star/Man Ray meme format, highlighting the community's playful yet resigned attitude.

Many fans are holding out hope for an announcement during Nintendo's Switch 2 Direct on April 2, fueled by some vague posts from developer Team Cherry around the official reveal of the Switch 2. While some remain hopeful, others are more skeptical, with one commenter jokingly referring to the community as an "[$8] Mega Buffoon Pack."

The diverse reactions to Xbox's casual mention of Hollow Knight: Silksong showcase the range of emotions within the fanbase. My favorite response came from Reddit user u/cerberusthedoge, who quipped, "We got Hollow Knight Silksong 2 before Hollow Knight Silksong," encapsulating the community's mix of hope and humor in the face of ongoing speculation.