It’s Been 2024 Days Since Hollow Knight: Silksong’s First Reveal

It's Been 2024 Days Since Hollow Knight: Silksong's First Reveal

Key Takeaways

  • After a long wait, fans of Hollow Knight: Silksong are still waiting for updates on the game’s release date and progress.
  • The original Hollow Knight’s release strategy hints that Silksong may have a surprise announcement close to its launch.
  • Despite the lack of new information, Silksong remains highly anticipated, climbing back to the top of Steam’s wishlists.

As a seasoned gamer with years of experience under my belt, I can attest to the fact that the anticipation for Hollow Knight: Silksong has been nothing short of excruciating. I remember the day Team Cherry announced it back in 2019; it was like a breath of fresh air amidst the monotony of AAA titles. Since then, I’ve been eagerly awaiting any news about this game, and the wait has felt like an eternal winter.


2019 was a game-changing year for me when Team Cherry unveiled Hollow Knight: Silksong. The excitement from the success of the original title had everyone on tenterhooks, eagerly awaiting a sequel. Fast forward to now, and a lot has happened in the gaming world since then – even the next generation of console hardware dropped! Yet, despite all this, information about Silksong has been rather slow-going. Today, as we approach the end of 2024, it’s been an astonishing 2,024 days since Team Cherry first showed us a glimpse of Hollow Knight: Silksong – time really does fly when you’re gaming!

The initial Hollow Knight Kickstarter campaign began on November 18, 2014, and the full version was released on February 24, 2017, marking a total development period of approximately 829 days. During this phase, Team Cherry consistently updated fans about the game’s progress through their Kickstarter page. Currently, Hollow Knight: Silksong has been in development for more than double the time taken for the original Hollow Knight, leaving fans waiting for any hint of a release date at various gaming events.

Team Cherry Shouldn’t Let Another Calendar Year Pass Without an Update on Silksong

In the latest Nintendo Direct event that combined an Indie World showcase and a Partner Showcase, one might expect the ideal moment to unveil the official launch date for Hollow Knight: Silksong. However, much like other shows during the Northern Hemisphere’s spring and summer, this Nintendo Direct did not provide any updates about Silksong – details on its current development status, a potential release window, or what players can anticipate from the game. The upcoming Geoff Keighly’s annual The Game Awards presentation remains hopeful for an announcement, but given that Silksong was absent at Gamescom, it seems improbable that we’ll hear about it before year-end.

It’s clear that fans aren’t receiving any fresh updates about Hollow Knight: Silksong from Team Cherry, yet this hasn’t dampened excitement for the game. Interestingly, Silksong has regained its position as the most wishlisted game on Steam. However, the patience of fans won’t last indefinitely, and it’s crucial for Team Cherry to provide an update on the game’s development and estimated release date soon to sustain this goodwill.

What the Original Hollow Knight’s Release Strategy Could Reveal About Silksong

It's Been 2024 Days Since Hollow Knight: Silksong's First Reveal

As a die-hard fan, I find it fascinating how Hollow Knight and the upcoming sequel, Silksong, have some striking similarities in their development timelines. In both instances, Team Cherry has been known for stretches of quietness, followed by unexpected announcements that keep us on our toes. For example, after a long silence about the original Hollow Knight, Team Cherry surprised everyone in December 2016 with an update on Kickstarter, revealing that the game had entered its final development stages. The release date trailer dropped just two weeks prior to the launch in February 2017. Could it be that Team Cherry is planning a similar approach for Silksong? Only time will tell!

If Team Cherry shares a new trailer, update, or other news about Silksong before the year ends, it might mean the game could launch in a matter of weeks. Experiencing one of the most eagerly awaited games from the last decade prior to 2024 would be a cherished wish for the numerous fans longing for Silksong’s release. At minimum, we can look forward to the possibility that it won’t take another 2,024 days for the game to appear.

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2024-08-29 12:53