Hollow Knight Fans Devastated: No Silksong at Summer Events

Hollow Knight fans were left disappointed after the 2024 summer video game showcases concluded without any updates on the highly anticipated sequel, Silksong. Despite announcements for major titles like Mario, Zelda, and Metroid Prime 4 at the June Nintendo Direct, Team Cherry remained silent on Silksong's development. This has led to growing concern among the community, which has not received any significant updates since the game was delayed out of early 2023. Originally intended as an expansion, Silksong evolved into a full sequel focusing on Hornet. The developers have been largely quiet, promising a rich, expansive world that justifies the extended wait.

The developers, Team Cherry, have been taking their time to ensure the game meets high expectations. They have emphasized the importance of creating a rich and expansive world, which has extended the development timeline. The last official update was in February when the team confirmed they were still hard at work on the game.

Hollow Knight: Silksong was announced as a sequel focusing on Hornet, a character from the original game. Initially conceived as an expansion, the scope of the project grew, necessitating a shift to a full-fledged sequel set in a new land. The original Hollow Knight received widespread acclaim for its intricate design, challenging gameplay, and atmospheric world, setting high expectations for Silksong.