Hollow Knight: Silksong Mentioned in Xbox Indies Post, Community Reacts Strongly

Hollow Knight fans have been eagerly awaiting updates on the sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and a recent mention by Xbox in an ID@Xbox post has reignited their anticipation for a potential 2025 release.

In a detailed post on Xbox Wire, ID@Xbox director Guy Richards highlighted the success of the program, which has distributed over $5 billion to independent developers. The post celebrated past successes such as Phasmophobia, Balatro, Another Crab's Treasure, and Neva, before turning attention to upcoming titles. Among them, Richards casually mentioned:

"Looking ahead, our lineup is incredible with upcoming games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Descenders Next, and FBC: Firebreak to play across the whole Xbox universe… and of course Hollow Knight: Silksong too!"

This mention suggests that Hollow Knight: Silksong is on the horizon, though without a specific release date. Other games listed have confirmed dates, such as Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on April 24, Descenders Next on April 9, and FBC: Firebreak slated for sometime in 2025, hinting that Silksong might not be far off.

The anticipation has been building for six years since Silksong was first announced, and fans are understandably restless. The reaction on the Silksong subreddit ranges from humor to irony, showcasing the community's unique bond formed through their collective wait. One fan jokingly questioned, "Where's the bait?" while another referenced the Squid Game scene with Seong Gi-hun saying, "I have played these games before!" reflecting the sentiment of déjà vu among the fanbase.

The community's self-awareness and humor are evident, with one user describing the Silksong faithful as a "circus at this point," illustrated by the Patrick Star/Man Ray meme. Amidst the speculation, some fans hope for an announcement during Nintendo's Switch 2 Direct on April 2, fueled by Team Cherry's vague posts around the Switch 2 reveal.

The mix of hope and skepticism is palpable, with one commenter humorously claiming, "We got Hollow Knight Silksong 2 before Hollow Knight Silksong." This encapsulates the rollercoaster of emotions experienced by the Silksong community as they await further news.