The Hollow Knight community is abuzz with renewed speculation regarding Hollow Knight: Silksong's release, all thanks to a cryptic Twitter post and a seemingly innocuous cake. Let's delve into the details.

Hollow Knight Fans' Hopes Soar (and Plummet?)

A Twitter Teaser and a Delicious Clue

The speculation storm began with William Pellen, a Team Cherry developer, and his pre- and post-Switch 2 reveal Twitter (now X) activity on January 15th and 16th, 2025. His January 15th tweet hinted at a significant upcoming announcement, fueling anticipation. The following day, after the Switch 2's April 2nd Direct announcement, Pellen's profile picture changed to a slice of cake.

A reverse image search revealed the image's origin: a Bon Appetit article featuring a Brooklyn Blackout Cake recipe, published on April 2nd, 2024. Pellen even commented on the article with "mmmm tasty," further igniting the flames of speculation. Fans connected the cake's publication date to the upcoming Direct, leading to fervent hopes for a Silksong reveal. One fan even vowed to bake the cake if Silksong news arrived by April 2nd, 2025.

It's crucial to note that Pellen's connection to the cake recipe comment remains unconfirmed. While the profile picture change is undeniable, the significance of the cake remains open to interpretation.

Silksong's Long-Awaited Arrival

Originally announced on February 14th, 2019, Hollow Knight: Silksong was slated for release on various platforms, including 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 reveal.

Following a soundtrack preview in December 2019, development updates were scarce for over two years. In February 2022, Pellen confirmed ongoing development, 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 expectations of a 2023 release, a May 2023 announcement confirmed a delay. Team Cherry cited the game's expanded scope as the reason for the postponement, assuring fans of their commitment to quality.

Five years after its announcement, the anticipation remains palpable. The Hollow Knight community eagerly awaits any news, clinging to every potential clue, however tenuous. The cake incident, while possibly coincidental, serves as a potent reminder of the fervent hope surrounding Silksong's eventual release.