The anticipation for Hollow Knight: Silksong continues to build among fans, fueled by recent minor updates to the game's Steam metadata. These changes, including an opt-in for GeForce NOW compatibility, suggest that the game may soon be ready for release. The metadata now lists the copyright as Team Cherry 2025, a shift from the original 2019 listing, hinting at potential upcoming news or events related to the game. Fans have been eagerly awaiting updates, often expressing their hopes during gaming showcases like the PlayStation State of Play and Xbox Developer Direct. With the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct approaching on April 2, expectations are once again high for any Silksong news.
Hollow Knight: Silksong Minor Steam Page Update
The excitement around Hollow Knight: Silksong has been reignited with the game's Steam metadata receiving a minor update. SteamDB reports that the game's front-end was updated on March 24, with the addition of GeForce NOW compatibility. This update also included changes to hidden assets and legal information, notably updating the copyright to Team Cherry 2025. While no concrete release details have been confirmed, these updates suggest that something related to Silksong might be on the horizon. The gaming community's eagerness for news about Silksong often leads to heightened anticipation around major gaming events.
Silksong Mentioned in Xbox Indies Post Alongside Upcoming Titles
Adding to the optimism, Hollow Knight: Silksong was mentioned in an Xbox Wire post by ID@Xbox director Guy Richards on March 18. The post highlighted the success of the ID@Xbox program, mentioning past hits like Balatro, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, and Phasmophobia. Richards also teased the upcoming lineup, which includes Silksong along with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Descenders Next, and FBC: Firebreak. Notably, the release dates for these other games are set within this year, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 launching on April 24, Descenders Next on April 9, and FBC: Firebreak slated for 2025. This could imply a similar release timeline for Silksong, though no official confirmation has been provided.
First Revealed in February 2019
Originally announced in February 2019, Hollow Knight: Silksong was initially planned as a DLC for Hollow Knight but evolved into a full-scale sequel due to its scope and uniqueness. A gameplay trailer was showcased at the Xbox-Bethesda event in 2022, with Microsoft promising that all showcased games would be released within the next 12 months. However, in 2023, Team Cherry announced a delay beyond the first half of that year, committing to ongoing development and future updates as the release nears.
Earlier this year, Team Cherry's Marketing and PR Handler, Matthew Griffin, reassured fans on Twitter (X) on January 18, stating, "Yes the game is real, progressing and will release." While this statement doesn't provide a concrete timeline, it offers a glimmer of hope to the eager fanbase.
With these recent updates and mentions, anticipation for Hollow Knight: Silksong continues to grow. The game is expected to launch on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Although no official release date has been announced by Team Cherry, the gaming community remains hopeful and vigilant for any new developments. Stay tuned to our articles for the latest updates on Hollow Knight: Silksong.
