The internet buzzed with renewed speculation about Hollow Knight: Silksong's release on the Nintendo Switch 2 following a Nintendo Direct announcement for April 2nd, 2025. Let's delve into the cake-fueled frenzy!
Hollow Knight Fans' Hopes Soar (Again)
A Twitter Post and a Slice of Cake Spark Speculation
The anticipation began with a cryptic tweet from William Pellen, a creator of the game, on January 15th, 2025: "Something big is coming. Keep your eyes peeled tomorrow." This, coupled with the leaked Switch 2 reveal on January 16th, sent the Hollow Knight community into a speculative whirlwind. The fuel for the fire? Pellen's subsequent profile picture change.
On the day of the Switch 2 announcement, Pellen's profile picture became a slice of cake. A reverse image search revealed the image's origin: a Bon Appetit article featuring a Brooklyn Blackout Cake recipe, published on April 2nd, 2024.
Pellen also commented on the article with "mmmm tasty," igniting further speculation. Fans connected the cake's publication date to the April 2nd, 2025 Nintendo Direct, with one fan even vowing to bake the cake if Silksong news emerged by that date. Another fan commented, "Loved the silky texture. This goes directly into my favorite recipes," cleverly linking the game's title to the cake's description.
It's important to note that Pellen's connection to the cake recipe comment remains unconfirmed. However, his profile picture change undeniably sparked the speculation.
Hollow Knight: Silksong – A Five-Year Wait
Initially 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 game, a sequel following Hornet's adventures, has been highly anticipated.
Following a soundtrack preview in December 2019, Team Cherry remained largely silent for over two years. In February 2022, Pellen reassured fans of the game's continued development, promising updates closer to release. A June 2022 trailer at the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase showcased new gameplay and confirmed its Game Pass availability upon launch.
Despite initial expectations of a 2023 release, Team Cherry's Matthew Griffin announced a delay in May 2023, citing the game's expanded scope. "We had planned to release in the first half of 2023, but development is still continuing," Griffin explained. "We're excited by how the game is shaping up, and it's gotten quite big, so we want to take the time to make the game as good as we can."
After five years of anticipation, the devoted Hollow Knight fanbase remains eager for news, actively scouring for any information. The recent speculation, while fueled by potentially coincidental events, highlights the enduring excitement surrounding Silksong's eventual release.
