"Silksong Mention Sparks Excitement in Xbox Indies Post"

Hollow Knight fans have been eagerly anticipating news about its sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and the wait has been so intense that even a casual mention from Xbox in a recent ID@Xbox post has reignited their hopes for a 2025 release.

In a post on Xbox Wire, ID@Xbox director Guy Richards highlighted the success of the program, noting that over $5 billion has been paid to independent developers. The post celebrated past successes like Phasmophobia, Balatro, Another Crab's Treasure, and Neva. Amidst this, Richards casually mentioned upcoming games, stating:

"Looking ahead, our lineup is incredible with upcoming games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Descenders Next, and FBC: Firebreak to play across the whole Xbox universe… and of course Hollow Knight: Silksong too!"

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

The wait for Silksong has been long—about six years since its announcement—and fans are understandably impatient. Their reactions on the Silksong subreddit reflect a mix of humor and irony. One fan jokingly asked, "Where's the bait?" Another posted an image from Squid Game Season 2 with the caption, "Silksong being mentioned by Xbox?" highlighting the community's playful yet weary anticipation.

The community's shared experience of waiting has created a unique bond, with one fan humorously noting that "we" — the Silksong faithful — have become a "circus at this point," illustrated with a Patrick Star/Man Ray meme.

Amidst the speculation, many fans hope for news during Nintendo's Switch 2 Direct on April 2, especially after Team Cherry hinted at developments around the official reveal of the Switch 2. While some hold onto hope, others remain skeptical, with one commenter quipping, "We are an [$8] Mega Buffoon Pack," in response to the circus meme.

The blend of hope and doubt among fans was perfectly captured by Reddit user u/cerberusthedoge, who humorously remarked, "We got Hollow Knight Silksong 2 before Hollow Knight Silksong," reflecting the ongoing cycle of anticipation and speculation triggered by Xbox's casual mention.