Silksong Speculations Rage (Again) Because of a Cake

The Hollow Knight community is abuzz with speculation that Hollow Knight: Silksong will grace the Nintendo Switch 2, fueled by a cryptic Twitter (X) post and a rather unusual cake. Let's delve into this delicious mystery!

Renewed Hope for Silksong's Arrival

A Twitter Post and a Cake Slice Spark Frenzy

The anticipation reached fever pitch thanks to William Pellen, a key figure in the game's development, and his intriguing activity on Twitter (X) leading up to the Switch 2 announcement on January 16, 2025.

On January 15th, Pellen teased "something big is coming. keep your eyes closed tomorrow," a statement many interpreted as hinting at the impending Switch 2 reveal. The inevitable Silksong questions followed, but it was his subsequent action that truly ignited the speculation fire.

Following the January 16th Switch 2 announcement and the unveiling of an upcoming Direct on April 2nd, 2025, a keen-eyed fan noticed Pellen had changed his profile picture to a slice of cake. A reverse image search revealed the image originated from a Bon Appetit article featuring a Brooklyn Blackout Cake recipe – published, significantly, on April 2nd, 2024.

Pellen also commented on the article with "mmmm tasty," prompting dedicated fans to dissect the cake's details and weave them into their Silksong theories. One fan even pledged to bake the cake if Silksong news arrived by April 2nd, 2025, while another praised the cake's "silky texture," cleverly linking it to the game and the upcoming Nintendo Direct.

It's crucial to note that while Pellen's cake profile picture is undeniable, there's no definitive proof he authored the cake recipe comment. The cryptic nature of his actions leaves the community both excited and uncertain.

Hollow Knight: Silksong – A Five-Year Journey

Initially announced on February 14th, 2019, Hollow Knight: Silksong was slated for release on Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4, PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. This highly anticipated sequel follows Hornet's adventures in a kingdom defined by silk and song.

Following a soundtrack preview in December 2019, the development team remained largely silent for over two years. They resurfaced in February 2022, assuring fans of the game's continued development and promising updates closer to release. A June 2022 trailer during the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase showcased new gameplay and confirmed the game's Game Pass availability upon launch.

While initially anticipated for the first half of 2023, a delay was confirmed in May 2023 by Team Cherry's Matthew Griffin, citing the game's expanded scope and the team's commitment to quality.

Five years after its announcement, the fervent Hollow Knight fanbase continues to eagerly await Silksong, scouring every piece of information for clues. The recent cake-related speculation only adds to the ongoing excitement and anticipation surrounding this highly anticipated sequel.