Silksong Is Real And Will Release, Reassures PR Manager

Team Cherry's Marketing and PR Manager, Matthew Griffin, confirms that Hollow Knight: Silksong is indeed real and actively under development, putting an end to recent speculation fueled by a cake-related profile picture change by a co-creator. While this profile picture change initially sparked rumors of an ARG or Nintendo Switch 2 announcement, Griffin clarified that it was simply a harmless update. This confirmation marks the first substantial update on the game's status in over a year and a half.

Griffin's statement, "Yes the game is real, progressing and will release," provides reassurance to eager fans. However, the announcement has received mixed reactions. While some fans express relief and offer words of encouragement, others remain impatient after nearly six years of anticipation, expressing dissatisfaction with the lack of concrete details.

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 increased scope and the developers' desire for further refinement. The game promises a new kingdom, almost 150 new enemies, and a challenging "Silk Soul" difficulty mode. While a release date remains unannounced, Silksong is confirmed for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One, and will follow Hornet's perilous journey to the kingdom's peak. Further updates are anticipated.