Silksong Update: Cake Sparks Fresh Speculation

Hollow Knight fans are abuzz with speculation that Hollow Knight: Silksong will be announced for the Nintendo Switch 2 during the April 2nd Nintendo Direct. Let's delve into the reasons behind this latest wave of excitement.

Hollow Knight Fans' Renewed Hope for Silksong

A Twitter Post and a Piece of Cake

The fervor began with a cryptic tweet from William Pellen, one of the game's creators, on January 15th, 2025. He hinted at "something big" arriving the following day, coinciding with the leaked Switch 2 reveal. The usual Silksong inquiries followed, but Pellen's subsequent actions ignited a wildfire of speculation.

On January 16th, 2025, the Switch 2 announcement included a reveal of an upcoming Direct on April 2nd. A keen-eyed fan noticed Pellen had 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.

Pellen also commented on the article with "mmmm tasty," prompting dedicated fans to dissect the cake-related comments for any hidden Silksong clues. One fan even jokingly pledged to bake the cake if Silksong news emerged by April 2nd, 2025. Another commented on the cake's "silky texture," drawing a playful parallel to the game.

It's important to note that Pellen's involvement in the cake recipe comments remains unconfirmed. However, the profile picture change is undeniable, fueling the ongoing speculation, however tenuous the connection might be.

Hollow Knight: Silksong's Long-Awaited Arrival

Originally announced on February 14th, 2019, Hollow Knight: Silksong was slated for release on Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4, PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. The sequel follows Hornet's adventures in a new kingdom.

Following a December 2019 soundtrack preview, the development team remained largely silent 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 during the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase showcased new gameplay and confirmed the game's inclusion in Game Pass.

Initially anticipated for release in the first half of 2023, Team Cherry representative Matthew Griffin confirmed a delay in May 2023, citing the game's significant growth and the desire to deliver a high-quality product.

Over five years since its announcement, the passionate Hollow Knight community remains engaged, actively searching for any news. Despite the delay, the anticipation remains high, and the recent speculation surrounding Pellen's cryptic actions only intensifies the excitement for this highly anticipated sequel.