Team Cherry's Marketing and PR Manager, Matthew Griffin, confirms that Hollow Knight: Silksong is indeed real and actively in development, putting fan speculation to rest. This follows recent online chatter sparked by a cake-related profile picture change by a co-creator, which ultimately proved unrelated to any Silksong announcement.
Official Confirmation
Griffin's statement on X (formerly Twitter) directly addressed fan concerns, reassuring players that the game's development is ongoing and a release is planned. This marks the first substantial update on Silksong's status in over a year and a half. While the initial cake-related speculation proved unfounded ("The cake was a lie," as one YouTuber put it), Griffin's confirmation provides much-needed clarity.
A Long-Awaited Sequel
Initially unveiled in February 2019 with a projected release in the first half of 2023, Silksong's release was postponed in May 2023 due to the game's expanded scope and the developers' desire for further refinement. Team Cherry previously highlighted key features, including a new kingdom, approximately 150 new enemies, and a challenging "Silk Soul" mode. The recent confirmation, while brief, breaks a significant period of silence regarding the game's progress.
Mixed Fan Reactions
The news has elicited a range of responses. While some fans express relief and offer words of encouragement to the development team, others express impatience, given the nearly six-year wait. The desire for more concrete details and a release window remains strong among the fanbase.
Hollow Knight: Silksong is slated for release on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. The game follows Hornet, the princess-protector of Hallownest, on a perilous journey to the kingdom's peak. While a release date remains unannounced, fans eagerly await further updates.
