Silksong Speculations Rage (Again) Because of a Cake

The anticipation surrounding Hollow Knight: Silksong has reached new heights, with fans eagerly speculating about its announcement for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 during the Nintendo Direct on April 2. Dive into the details of this latest wave of speculation!

Hollow Knight Fans’ Hope for Silksong Reignited

By a Twitter Post and a Piece of Cake

The Hollow Knight community has once again been swept up in speculation, sparked by the actions of one of the game's creators, William Pellen, on Twitter (X) around the time of the Switch 2 reveal on January 16, 2025.

On January 15, Pellen teased fans with a tweet stating, "something big is coming. keep your eyes closed tomorrow." This cryptic message was likely a nod to the anticipated Switch 2 reveal the following day. Naturally, this led to renewed questions about Silksong's release. However, Pellen's subsequent actions intensified the speculation.

On the day of the Switch 2 announcement, January 16, 2025, which also set the stage for a Nintendo Direct on April 2, 2025, Pellen changed his Twitter profile picture to a slice of cake. A reverse image search revealed that the image was from a Bon Appetit article about the Brooklyn Blackout Cake, published on April 2, 2024.

Pellen's comment on the article, "mmmm tasty," further fueled fan theories. Enthusiasts scoured the comments, finding mentions of Silksong. One fan boldly stated, "if we get real silksong news by April 2nd 2025, I will bake this cake." Another fan praised the cake's "silky texture," cleverly linking it to the game and the upcoming Nintendo Direct.

While it's impossible to confirm if Pellen was the one who commented on the cake recipe, his profile picture change is undeniable. It suggests he might be hinting at something, though it could also be a playful misdirection.

Hollow Knight: Silksong’s Official Announcement Five Years Ago

Hollow Knight: Silksong was first announced on February 14, 2019, with plans to launch on multiple platforms including Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4, PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. This sequel to Hollow Knight follows the journey of Hornet in a new kingdom dominated by silk and song.

In December 2019, Team Cherry offered a glimpse into Hollow Knight's enchanting soundtrack, crafted by Christopher Larkin. Following this, the development team went quiet for over two years.

The silence was broken in February 2022 when Pellen reassured fans that the game was still in development, promising more details as the release date approached. By June of that year, Team Cherry unveiled a new trailer during the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase, showcasing fresh gameplay and confirming the game's inclusion in Game Pass upon launch.

Originally slated for a 2023 release, Team Cherry's Matthew Griffin announced a delay in May 2023, stating, "We had planned to release in the 1st half of 2023, but development is still continuing. We're excited by how the game is shaping up, and it's gotten quite big, so we want to take the time to make the game as good as we can."

Despite the delay, the Hollow Knight community remains vibrant and engaged, actively seeking any updates on Silksong. Since the delay announcement, little has been shared about the game, except for the assurance that the development team is diligently working on it.