Hollow Knight: Silksong Gets Casual Mention in Xbox Indies Post, Sends Community Into a Fervor

Hollow Knight fans have been eagerly awaiting news about the sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and the wait has been so intense that even a casual mention from Xbox in a recent ID@Xbox post has sparked excitement for a potential 2025 release.

In a post on Xbox Wire, ID@Xbox director Guy Richards highlighted the program's success, noting that over $5 billion have been paid to independent developers. The post celebrated past ID@Xbox launches such as Phasmophobia, Balatro, Another Crab's Treasure, and Neva. However, it was the mention of upcoming games that caught the attention of Hollow Knight enthusiasts:

"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 could be released anytime between now and the end of time. Notably, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is scheduled for April 24, Descenders Next for April 9, and FBC: Firebreak tentatively set for 2025, hinting that Silksong might not be far off.

The anticipation for Silksong is understandable, given it's been roughly six years since its announcement. The reaction from the Silksong community on Reddit reflects a mix of humor and irony. One commenter asked, "Where's the bait?" while another shared a Squid Game Season 2 scene with the caption, "Silksong being mentioned by Xbox?" indicating a playful skepticism.

The community's response has been likened to a "circus," with one user posting a Patrick Star/Man Ray meme to emphasize the ongoing wait. There's a prevailing hope, tinged with jest, that news about Hollow Knight: Silksong might come during Nintendo's Switch 2 Direct on April 2, especially after developer Team Cherry hinted at something around the official reveal of the Switch 2.

Amidst the speculation and cycles of hope and doubt, one Reddit user, u/cerberusthedoge, humorously remarked, "We got Hollow Knight Silksong 2 before Hollow Knight Silksong," capturing the community's blend of anticipation and jest perfectly.