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

Hollow Knight Fans' Hopes Soar

A Twitter Tease and a Slice of Cake

The anticipation reached fever pitch following a series of events surrounding William Pellen, one of the game's creators, and his activity on Twitter (now X). On January 15th, Pellen cryptically tweeted, "Something big is coming. Keep your eyes peeled tomorrow," seemingly foreshadowing the January 16th Switch 2 announcement. The usual Silksong release queries followed, but Pellen's subsequent action ignited a wildfire of speculation.

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

Adding fuel to the fire, Pellen 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," mirroring 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, leaving fans to ponder the significance – or lack thereof – of this intriguing coincidence.

Silksong's Long-Awaited Arrival

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 sequel follows Hornet's adventures in a new kingdom.

Following a soundtrack preview in December 2019, Team Cherry went quiet for over two years. They resurfaced in February 2022, reassuring fans of the game's ongoing development and promising updates closer to release. A June 2022 trailer during the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase showcased new gameplay and confirmed a Game Pass launch.

While initially expected in the first half of 2023, a May 2023 announcement confirmed a delay. Team Cherry cited the game's expanded scope as the reason for the postponement, prioritizing quality over a rushed release.

Five years after its announcement, the fervent Hollow Knight fanbase remains engaged, eagerly awaiting any news. The recent cake-related speculation underscores the enduring excitement and the community's relentless pursuit of any hint regarding Silksong's release.