Team Cherry Confirms Hollow Knight Silksong is Real, Fans React Following Chocolate Cake Celebration

After a recent cryptic message that fans misinterpreted as a hint for the much-anticipated Hollow Knight: Silksong, a reliable source close to Team Cherry has confirmed that the game is indeed still in development. Initially revealed in 2019 as the follow-up to the acclaimed hit Hollow Knight, the game seemed poised for a swift release after showcasing demos and trailers at that year’s E3. Fast forward over five years, and anticipation continues to swirl with no concrete release date in sight.

The growing silence from Team Cherry has increasingly frustrated the fanbase, sparking concerns about the game’s future. However, a recent statement from Silksong’s Marketing and PR director, Matthew Griffin (affectionately known as “Leth”), has reassured fans by stating that Silksong “is real, progressing, and will release.”This confirmation comes as a relief, signaling that the game is not canceled, at least for now. Before this statement, Griffin also reached out to renowned Hollow Knight speedrunner @fireb0rn on X to clarify the enigmatic “chocolate cake”teaser that had sparked speculation.

Team Cherry Confirms Silksong’s Development

Griffin Affirms Silksong’s Progress

Hornet plunging sword into an enemy in Hollow Knight Silksong.

Although Griffin’s statement may not ease the minds of fans awaiting Silksong for over five years, it does confirm that development is ongoing. However, the lack of detailed information regarding the game’s current state leaves many questions unanswered. Silksong remains in a seemingly repetitive cycle, with Team Cherry maintaining a tight grip on timelines and future updates.

It is important to note that no direct commentary has emerged from developer William Pellen, whose cryptic social media activity led to the earlier confusion. Griffin’s interactions on the official Hollow Knight Discord have reiterated that he was unaware of recent Nintendo announcements and has had no communication with Bloomberg journalist Jason Schreier, who suggested a potential 2025 release.

Fan Discontent Over Lack of Communication

Minimal Updates Fail to Satisfy Fans’ Anticipation

Hollow Knight Silksong movement on screen with enemies floating around.

Despite Griffin’s acknowledgment of Silksong’s ongoing progress, many fans remain dissatisfied. The vagueness surrounding the update lacks the actionable details eagerly sought by the community. Speculation surrounding the development process has led to theories, such as potential non-disclosure agreement (NDA) issues with Nintendo forcing Team Cherry to retract their playful chocolate cake teaser. However, such dialogue is merely conjecture and should be treated cautiously.

At this juncture, clarity surrounding Silksong’s development remains elusive, with no anticipated announcements for upcoming showcases. While the extended production period might be justifiable given Team Cherry’s limited development resources, more frequent and substantial updates regarding Hollow Knight: Silksong would greatly alleviate fan anxiety and enhance community engagement.

Sources: @griffinmatta/X, @fireb0rn/X, Bloomberg

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