Hollow Knight fans have been eagerly awaiting updates on the highly anticipated sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong. The prolonged wait has been so intense that even a brief mention, such as the one Xbox included in a recent ID@Xbox post, has sparked excitement among those hoping for a 2025 release.

On Xbox Wire, ID@Xbox director Guy Richards highlighted the success of the ID@Xbox program, noting that over $5 billion has been distributed to independent developers. The post celebrates the achievements of various ID@Xbox titles, including Phasmophobia, Balatro, Another Crab's Treasure, and Neva. Amidst the discussion of upcoming games, Richards dropped a significant name:

"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 mention suggests that Hollow Knight: Silksong is on the horizon, potentially aligning with the release windows of other mentioned titles. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is slated for April 24, Descenders Next for April 9, and FBC: Firebreak has a tentative 2025 release. This could indicate that Silksong's release is within reach.

Given that it has been approximately six years since the game's announcement, fans are understandably eager for any news. The reaction from the Silksong community on the subreddit reflects a mix of anticipation and humor. One user questioned, "Where's the bait?" while another playfully remarked on Xbox's mention with a reference to Squid Game: "Silksong being mentioned by Xbox?" followed by an image of protagonist Seong Gi-hun saying, "I have played these games before!"

The community's ongoing wait has fostered a unique camaraderie, with some fans humorously describing themselves as a "circus at this point" using the Patrick Star/Man Ray meme format. There's a prevailing theory, mixed with jest, that news about Hollow Knight: Silksong might coincide with Nintendo's Switch 2 Direct on April 2. This speculation was fueled by Team Cherry's cryptic social media activity around the official reveal of the Switch 2, keeping the hope alive among believers while skeptics remain doubtful. One commenter humorously referred to the community as an "[8] Mega Buffoon Pack" in response to the circus meme.

Amidst the speculation and cycles of hope and doubt, Reddit user u/cerberusthedoge offered a witty take on Xbox's casual mention: "We got Hollow Knight Silksong 2 before Hollow Knight Silksong."