Hollow Knight: Silksong may finally have a release window, if a new claim from video game insider Nate the Hate proves accurate. In his latest podcast episode, Nate said he believes Silksong will be released “before summer ends,” adding that we could get an official release date at Summer Game Fest or the upcoming Xbox Games Showcase.
Silksong Could Launch This Summer
Nate the Hate, a reliable source in recent Nintendo-related leaks, dropped the update during a recent discussion on anticipated reveals. He noted that Team Cherry’s long-awaited Metroidvania sequel is “imminent,” with Xbox Game Pass day-one access still confirmed. That lines up with Microsoft’s plans to feature key Game Pass titles at its Sunday showcase, making it a likely candidate for spotlight time.
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What’s the Hold-Up?
Silksong has been in development for years and was originally expected to launch in 2023. Since then, delays and long periods of silence from Team Cherry have only heightened anticipation—and frustration. The original Hollow Knight launched in 2017 and built a massive following with its hand-drawn art, tight controls, and expansive lore.
Why the Xbox Showcase Makes Sense
As Silksong is confirmed to hit Xbox Game Pass on day one, a reveal during the Xbox Games Showcase this Sunday would make strategic sense. Microsoft is expected to double down on indie partnerships, and Silksong remains one of the most high-profile indie releases on the horizon.
Final Thoughts
Until Team Cherry or Xbox confirms it, the wait for Hollow Knight: Silksong continues. But for fans who’ve followed every trailer and tease since its 2019 reveal, this summer might finally deliver what’s become one of the most anticipated indie sequels in years.
