As a gamer with over two decades of gaming experience under my belt, I must say that the anticipation for Hollow Knight: Silksong has been nothing short of torturous. I remember playing the original game back in 2017 and being utterly captivated by its depth, art style, and dense world. It was a breath of fresh air in a sea of cookie-cutter Metroidvania games.
Now, here we are, four years later, still waiting for Silksong to make its grand entrance. I’ve been following the game since its announcement in 2019 and have become quite the expert on all things Hollow Knight-related. I’ve even started a secret society of fellow Silksong enthusiasts who gather every full moon to share our latest theories about the game’s release date (which, let’s be honest, is mostly just wishful thinking).
I must admit, though, that my faith in Jason Schreier’s prediction has wavered a bit. I mean, 2025? That’s a long time to wait for a sequel, even for a game as highly anticipated as Silksong. But then again, I never would have thought the original Hollow Knight would take three years to develop, so who knows?
On the bright side, at least we can all look forward to another year of speculation and fan art. And hey, maybe if we all send Team Cherry enough positive vibes, they’ll finally be inspired to drop a little hint about when we can expect Silksong to hit shelves. After all, I hear that developers are particularly responsive to the power of group think… or something like that.
Joke: You know what they say, good things come to those who wait. Or in my case, good things come to those who refresh their social media feeds every hour on the hour.
Enthusiasts of the game Hollow Knight have frequently been informed, but at least one industry analyst predicts that Silksong might be released on store shelves as early as 2025. Jason Schreier, a journalist and author known for Play Nice: The Evolution, Decline, and Future of Blizzard Entertainment, believes that the highly anticipated sequel will make a significant impact upon its release. While this is based on his instincts, few individuals possess a more accurate track record in such matters.
He expressed his forecast in Bloomberg, stating, “This year is likely when it will be released, and it’s expected to sell millions.” While this number might appear astonishing, considering the game’s significant social media following, it becomes more plausible that Team Cherry could achieve such sales once everything is wrapped up.
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For those not fully caught up or who may have slipped their memory, the highly anticipated sequel to Hollow Knight, titled Hollow Knight: Silksong, was announced back in 2019. A gameplay trailer made its debut in 2022, fueling expectations that the game would make its long-awaited appearance in 2023. However, since then, Team Cherry has been relatively quiet on the project. As we stand two years later, the gaming world is eagerly waiting for more substantial updates. Speculation about its release date, impatient fan requests, and a strong desire to play the game have collectively stirred an unusually large buzz in the media for an indie Metroidvania-style game. This whirlwind of excitement can be attributed to the remarkable success of the initial Hollow Knight game.
Initially launched in February 2017, Hollow Knight made a big splash, captivating both fans and critics with its strategic depth, eye-catching cartoonish art style, and intricate world that rewards exploration. Despite numerous Metroidvania games already existing at the time, Hollow Knight stood out, and it continues to do so, not only in terms of quality but also in popularity. The game typically attracts more than 7000 players weekly on Steam alone, without accounting for its console releases. Seven years post-release, it’s safe to assume the player count exceeds 10,000 each week.
The development process of Silksong appears puzzling at first glance. The robust structure of its predecessor, Hollow Knight, serves as an ideal starting point. In today’s gaming industry, where rapid annual releases and large franchises dominate, Hollow Knight stands out distinctly. This disparity might lead one to believe that a sizable team is diligently working on polishing the game for its debut on Game Pass. However, this is not the case. Team Cherry consists of just three developers. While their games may not match the scale of contemporary releases from Bethesda or Rockstar, each design choice requires careful consideration and time. The meticulous, pixel-precise craftsmanship that made Hollow Knight feel like a comforting embrace in the past is what Team Cherry aims to surpass with Silksong’s development.
Anticipation might be driving us all a little bit crazy as we eagerly await even a small sample of what’s in store next, but if it surpasses the brilliance of the initial installation, it’s wiser to have faith in the development procedure.
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2025-01-04 05:39