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 sparked 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 on Silksong's progress in over a year and a half. While the initial cake-related speculation proved unfounded ("The cake was a lie," as one YouTuber put it), Griffin's confirmation provides much-needed clarity.
A Long-Awaited Sequel
Initially unveiled in February 2019 with a projected release in the first half of 2023, Silksong's release was postponed in May 2023 due to the game's expanded scope and Team Cherry's commitment to quality. The team previously highlighted key features including a new kingdom, nearly 150 new enemies, and a challenging "Silk Soul" mode.
The recent confirmation, while welcome, has elicited mixed reactions. Some fans express gratitude and offer encouragement to the developers, urging them to ignore external pressure. Others, however, express growing impatience after nearly six years of anticipation, feeling the update lacked substantial new information.
Hornet's Epic Journey
Hollow Knight: Silksong will follow Hornet, the princess-protector of Hallownest, on a perilous journey to the kingdom's summit. The game is slated for release on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. While a specific release date remains unannounced, fans eagerly await further updates.
