Speculations Soar as Silksong Cake Emerges

The Hollow Knight community is abuzz with speculation that Hollow Knight: Silksong's Switch 2 release will be announced during the April 2nd Nintendo Direct. Let's delve into the reasons behind this latest wave of anticipation!

Renewed Hope for Silksong: A Twitter Post and a Cake

The frenzy began with a cryptic tweet from game creator William Pellen on January 15th, 2025, hinting at a significant upcoming announcement. The following day, coinciding with the Switch 2 reveal and its April 2nd Direct announcement, 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. Adding fuel to the fire, Pellen commented on the article with "mmmm tasty," sparking a flurry of fan comments connecting the cake to Silksong's potential April 2nd announcement. One fan even vowed to bake the cake if Silksong news materialized by that date. Another fan commented on the "silky" texture of the cake, further fueling the speculation.

It's important to note that Pellen's connection to the cake comment remains unconfirmed. However, the profile picture change itself is undeniable, sparking considerable excitement (and perhaps a bit of hopeful delusion) within the fanbase.

Silksong's Long-Awaited Arrival: A Five-Year Journey

Originally announced on February 14th, 2019, Hollow Knight: Silksong has been a source of both excitement and anticipation for years. The sequel, featuring Hornet's adventures in a new kingdom, was slated for release on Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4, PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.

Following a soundtrack preview in December 2019, development updates went quiet for over two years. In February 2022, Pellen reassured fans of the game's ongoing development, promising updates closer to release. A June 2022 trailer at the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase offered new gameplay footage and confirmed a Game Pass launch.

While initially expected in the first half of 2023, a May 2023 announcement confirmed a delay. Team Cherry cited the game's expanded scope as the reason for the postponement, emphasizing their commitment to delivering a high-quality product.

After more than five years, the passionate Hollow Knight community remains engaged, actively searching for any news about Silksong. The recent speculation, fueled by Pellen's actions, highlights the enduring excitement and fervent hope surrounding this highly anticipated sequel.