Silksong Speculations Rage (Again) Because of a Cake

Recent activity by Hollow Knight creator William Pellen has reignited speculation about a Hollow Knight: Silksong announcement during Nintendo's April 2nd Direct. Let's delve into the details fueling this excitement.

The Silksong Speculation Frenzy

A Cryptic Tweet and a Cake

The buzz began with Pellen's January 15th tweet hinting at "something big" the following day, coinciding with the leaked Switch 2 reveal on January 16th, 2025. This naturally sparked Silksong inquiries. However, Pellen's subsequent action amplified the speculation.

On January 16th, following the Switch 2 announcement and its April 2nd Direct, Pellen changed 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.

He also commented "mmmm tasty" on the article, prompting fans to connect the cake's publication date to the upcoming Direct. Some even jokingly pledged to bake the cake if Silksong news emerged by April 2nd, 2025. Others playfully linked the cake's "silky texture" to the game.

It's crucial to note that Pellen's involvement in the cake recipe comments remains unconfirmed. Nevertheless, the profile picture change itself is undeniable, suggesting a deliberate, albeit potentially meaningless, hint.

Silksong's Long-Awaited Arrival

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 shrouded in mystery since a brief soundtrack preview in December 2019.

After a long silence, Pellen reassured fans in February 2022 that development continued, promising updates closer to release. A June 2022 Xbox and Bethesda Showcase trailer offered new gameplay footage and confirmed a Game Pass launch.

Despite initial hopes for a 2023 release, a May 2023 announcement confirmed a delay. Team Cherry cited the game's expanded scope as the reason for the postponement.

Five years after its announcement, the fervent Hollow Knight community continues its eager anticipation, scouring for any news. The recent speculation, fueled by Pellen's actions, highlights the enduring excitement surrounding Silksong's eventual release.