Silksong Is Real And Will Release, Reassures PR Manager

Team Cherry's Marketing and PR Manager, Matthew Griffin, confirms that Hollow Knight: Silksong is still under active development and will eventually be released. This follows recent speculation ignited by a cake-related profile picture change by a co-creator, which proved to be unrelated to any Silksong announcement.

Official Confirmation

Griffin's statement on X (formerly Twitter) directly addressed fan concerns, reassuring players that the game's development is ongoing and a release is planned. This marks the first official update in over a year and a half. While initial excitement was tempered by the lack of concrete details, Griffin's confirmation provides much-needed reassurance.

The initial excitement surrounding the cake-related profile picture change led to rumors of an ARG or a Nintendo Switch 2 announcement. However, these proved unfounded. The confirmation from Griffin, however, is a significant development for anxious fans.

A Long-Awaited Sequel

Announced in February 2019 with an initial 2023 release window, Silksong was delayed in May 2023 due to the game's expanded scope and the developers' desire for further refinement. The delay, nearing two years, has understandably led to some fan impatience. The game promises a new kingdom, almost 150 new enemies, and a challenging "Silk Soul" mode.

Fan reaction to Griffin's update has been mixed. While some express relief and offer support to the development team, others remain unsatisfied with the lack of a concrete release date and further details.

Hollow Knight: Silksong is slated for release on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. The game follows Hornet, the princess-protector of Hallownest, on a perilous journey to the kingdom's peak. While a release date remains unannounced, fans eagerly await further news.