Silksong Release Date Teased in Birthday Message

The Hollow Knight community is abuzz with speculation that Hollow Knight: Silksong will grace the Nintendo Switch 2, fueled by a cryptic Twitter (X) post and a rather delicious-looking cake. Let's delve into the details.

Renewed Hope for Silksong's Arrival

A Twitter Post and a Cake Spark Speculation

The latest round of speculation began with William Pellen, one of the game's creators, and his activity on Twitter (X) leading up to and following the Switch 2 reveal on January 16, 2025. On January 15th, Pellen tweeted "something big is coming. keep your eyes closed tomorrow," a seemingly prescient message given the Switch 2 announcement the following day. The usual Silksong release queries followed, but it was Pellen's subsequent profile picture change that truly ignited the flames.

On January 16th, coinciding with the Switch 2 announcement and an upcoming Nintendo Direct on April 2nd, Pellen changed his profile picture to a slice of cake. A reverse image search revealed the image originated from a Bon Appetit article featuring a Brooklyn Blackout Cake recipe, published on April 2nd, 2024.

Pellen also commented on the article with "mmmm tasty," prompting a flurry of fan comments connecting the cake to Silksong. One fan even vowed to bake the cake if Silksong news arrived by April 2nd, 2025, while another playfully noted the cake's "silky texture," drawing a parallel to the game's title.

It's crucial to note that Pellen's connection to the cake comment remains unconfirmed. However, the profile picture change itself is undeniable, sparking intrigue and speculation, even if ultimately amounting to nothing.

Silksong's Long-Awaited Arrival

Originally announced on February 14, 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 shrouded in mystery since its initial announcement.

After a soundtrack preview in December 2019, Team Cherry remained largely silent for over two years. They broke their silence in February 2022, confirming ongoing development and promising updates closer to release. A June 2022 trailer at the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase offered new gameplay footage and confirmed a Game Pass launch.

Despite initial hopes for a 2023 release, Team Cherry announced a delay in May 2023, citing the game's expanded scope. Over five years after its announcement, the anticipation remains intense, with fans scouring every piece of information for clues about Silksong's release. While the developers continue to work on the game, concrete details remain scarce.