Hollow Knight: Silksong Mention Sparks Excitement in Gaming Community

Hollow Knight fans have been eagerly awaiting news about the sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong, enduring a long wait that has left them hungry for any updates. The excitement was reignited by a casual mention from Xbox in a recent ID@Xbox post, hinting at a potential 2025 release.

In a post on Xbox Wire, ID@Xbox director Guy Richards highlighted the success of the program, noting over $5 billion paid to independent developers. The post celebrated past successes like Phasmophobia, Balatro, Another Crab's Treasure, and Neva. More importantly, it teased upcoming games, including Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Descenders Next, and FBC: Firebreak, before casually mentioning, "and of course Hollow Knight: Silksong too!"

This brief mention has sparked speculation that Hollow Knight: Silksong might be closer to release than previously thought. The other games mentioned have specific release dates, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 set for April 24, Descenders Next for April 9, and FBC: Firebreak slated for a tentative 2025 window, suggesting that Silksong could be within reach.

The wait has been agonizing for fans, with six years passing since the game's announcement. The reaction from the Silksong community has been a mix of humor and impatience. On the Silksong subreddit, one user quipped, "Where's the bait?" while another responded to the Xbox mention with a Squid Game Season 2 reference, showcasing the community's playful yet weary anticipation.

The Silksong community has bonded over their shared wait, with one user describing them as a "circus at this point" using a Patrick Star/Man Ray meme. The speculation continues, with some fans hopeful for an announcement during Nintendo's rumored Switch 2 Direct on April 2, especially after Team Cherry's teasing around the Switch 2 reveal.

Amidst the hope and doubt, the community's reactions have been varied and entertaining. One Reddit user, u/cerberusthedoge, humorously remarked, "We got Hollow Knight Silksong 2 before Hollow Knight Silksong," capturing the rollercoaster of emotions fans have experienced.

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