Hollow Knight fans have been eagerly awaiting news about its sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and the wait has been intense enough that even a casual mention, such as the one Xbox made in a recent ID@Xbox post, can stir up excitement and speculation about a potential 2025 release.
In a post on Xbox Wire, ID@Xbox director Guy Richards highlighted how over $5 billion have been distributed to independent developers through the program. The post celebrates the success of previous ID@Xbox releases like Phasmophobia, Balatro, Another Crab's Treasure, and Neva. Amidst discussing upcoming games, Richards mentioned:
"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 might be closer to release than previously thought, although the timeline remains vague—anywhere from now until the end of time. The other games mentioned have clearer release dates, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 set for April 24, Descenders Next for April 9, and FBC: Firebreak tentatively slated for 2025, hinting that Silksong could be on a similar horizon.
The anticipation for Silksong, announced about six years ago, has led to a mix of excitement and impatience among fans. The reaction on the Silksong subreddit reflects this sentiment, with comments ranging from humorous to skeptical. One user quipped, "Where's the bait?" while another juxtaposed the mention of Silksong with a dramatic scene from Squid Game, suggesting a sense of déjà vu in the waiting game.
The community's response has been a blend of irony and camaraderie, with one user likening the situation to a "circus at this point," illustrated by a Patrick Star/Man Ray meme. Amidst the speculation, some fans hold out hope for an announcement during Nintendo's Switch 2 Direct on April 2, fueled by vague posts from developer Team Cherry around the Switch 2 reveal. While some remain hopeful, others inject humor and doubt into the conversation, with one commenter joking, "We are an [$8] Mega Buffoon Pack."
The most memorable reaction to Xbox's casual mention came from Reddit user u/cerberusthedoge, who quipped, "We got Hollow Knight Silksong 2 before Hollow Knight Silksong," encapsulating the ongoing cycle of anticipation and speculation that surrounds this eagerly awaited game.
