"Hollow Knight: Silksong Mention Sparks Excitement in Gaming Community"

Hollow Knight fans have been eagerly awaiting news about the sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong, for what feels like an eternity. The anticipation has reached such heights that even a passing mention, like the one from Xbox in a recent ID@Xbox post, can reignite the fervor of those hoping for a 2025 release.

On Xbox Wire, ID@Xbox director Guy Richards shared a post celebrating the program's success, highlighting how over $5 billion have been disbursed to independent developers. The post primarily focused on the achievements of past ID@Xbox launches, including games like Phasmophobia, Balatro, Another Crab's Treasure, and Neva. However, it was the section about upcoming games that truly caught fans' attention, where 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 brief mention has fans buzzing with speculation. While Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is slated for April 24, Descenders Next for April 9, and FBC: Firebreak tentatively for 2025, the inclusion of Silksong in this lineup suggests that its release might be closer than previously thought.

Given that it's been roughly six years since Silksong was first announced, fans are understandably impatient for any concrete news. The reaction on the Silksong subreddit reflects a mix of humor and irony, showcasing the community's unique bond over their shared wait. One user quipped, "Where's the bait?" while another posted an image from Squid Game Season 2, with protagonist Seong Gi-hun saying, "I have played these games before!" in response to the mention by Xbox.

The community's playful yet pointed responses highlight the circus-like atmosphere that has developed around the wait for Silksong. One user humorously noted, "we are a circus at this point," accompanied by a Patrick Star/Man Ray meme, emphasizing the ongoing cycle of hope and speculation.

Amidst the speculation, there's a prevailing theory that news about Hollow Knight: Silksong might come during Nintendo's Switch 2 Direct on April 2. This speculation was fueled by some vague posts from developer Team Cherry around the official reveal of the Switch 2, keeping the believers hopeful while the skeptics remain doubtful. One commenter playfully remarked, "We are an [$8] Mega Buffoon Pack," in response to the circus meme, encapsulating the community's self-awareness and humor.

Among the various reactions, one of the most amusing came from Reddit user u/cerberusthedoge, who quipped, "We got Hollow Knight Silksong 2 before Hollow Knight Silksong," perfectly capturing the rollercoaster of anticipation and jest that defines the Silksong fanbase.