A recent surge in speculation regarding Hollow Knight: Silksong's release on the Nintendo Switch 2 stemmed from a cryptic Twitter (X) post and a rather unexpected image: a piece of cake. Let's delve into the details.
Renewed Hope for Silksong's Arrival
A Twitter Post and a Cake Spark Speculation
The anticipation surrounding Silksong reached fever pitch following a series of events involving William Pellen, one of the game's creators, on Twitter (X). On January 15th, 2025, Pellen teased "something big is coming. keep your eyes closed tomorrow," a message many interpreted as a reference to the leaked Switch 2 reveal scheduled for the 16th. The usual Silksong release queries followed, but Pellen's subsequent actions only amplified the speculation.
On January 16th, 2025, coinciding with the official Switch 2 announcement and the reveal of an upcoming 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," leading dedicated fans to scrutinize the post and its connection to Silksong. One fan even jokingly vowed to bake the cake if Silksong news materialized by April 2nd, 2025, while another playfully linked the cake's "silky texture" to the game, referencing the upcoming Nintendo Direct.
It's crucial to note that Pellen's involvement in the cake recipe comment remains unconfirmed. Nevertheless, the profile picture change is undeniable, fueling the ongoing speculation, however tenuous it may be.
Silksong's Long-Awaited Announcement
Initially announced on February 14th, 2019, Hollow Knight: Silksong was slated for release on various platforms, including Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4, PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. The game, a sequel to Hollow Knight, follows Hornet's adventures in a new kingdom.
Following a soundtrack preview in December 2019, the development team remained largely silent for over two years. They broke their silence in February 2022, assuring fans of ongoing development and promising updates closer to the release date. A June 2022 trailer at the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase offered new gameplay footage and confirmed the game's inclusion in Game Pass upon launch.
While initially anticipated for release in the first half of 2023, Team Cherry confirmed a delay in May 2023, citing the game's expanded scope and a commitment to delivering the highest quality product.
Over five years after its initial announcement, the fervent Hollow Knight fanbase continues its dedicated search for any news on Silksong, despite the limited information available following the delay announcement.
