Team Cherry's Marketing and PR Manager, Matthew Griffin, confirms the ongoing development and eventual release of Hollow Knight: Silksong. Recent speculation, fueled by a cake-related profile picture change by a co-creator, proved unfounded. However, Griffin's subsequent confirmation assures fans that the game is real and progressing.

Official Confirmation

Following online chatter, Griffin directly addressed fan concerns on X (formerly Twitter), stating unequivocally, "Yes the game is real, progressing and will release." This marks the first official update on Silksong's status in over a year and a half.

Initially revealed in February 2019 with a projected release in the first half of 2023, Silksong faced a delay in May 2023. Team Cherry cited the game's expanded scope and their commitment to quality as reasons for the postponement. The game promises a new kingdom, nearly 150 new enemies, and a challenging "Silk Soul" mode.

Mixed Fan Reactions

The recent update, while reassuring, has elicited mixed reactions. Some fans express gratitude and offer encouragement to the developers, urging them to ignore external pressure. Others, however, express impatience after nearly six years of anticipation, feeling the confirmation is insufficient.

Hollow Knight: Silksong will launch on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. Players will follow Hornet, the princess-protector, on a perilous journey to the kingdom's peak. While a release date remains unannounced, further updates are anticipated.