Yet another SteamDB update for Hollow Knight: Silksong has sent the passionate but information-starved fanbase into speculation overdrive. Could this finally signal meaningful movement?
A Mysterious Steam Update Ignites Hope
Overnight, Hollow Knight: Silksong received stealth updates on Steam, with SteamDB tracking one package receiving its first update in approximately 15 months. This discovery immediately fueled rampant speculation across gaming communities.
The timing raises intriguing possibilities - could Summer Game Fest feature an appearance? Might Xbox showcase it? Some optimistic fans are even floating theories about a surprise Switch 2 release.
Hollow Knight: Silksong received updates to its packages tonight on SteamDB (one apparently receiving an update for the first time in 15 months) pic.twitter.com/DJz9ebnffg
— Wario64 (@Wario64) June 3, 2025
Developer Silence Fuels Speculation
The dedicated fanbase quickly analyzed the update for meaningful clues. While past updates have sometimes led to disappointment, this one carries special significance - multiple credible sources suggest game files may have been uploaded to Steam servers.
The notoriously secretive Team Cherry maintains complete silence about development progress, forcing fans to scrutinize every minor detail. However, mounting evidence suggests meaningful news could be imminent.
A Highly Anticipated Sequel
Silksong reigns as one of gaming's most awaited titles, dominating Steam wishlists for years. Its brief appearance in April's Switch 2 Direct confirmed a 2025 release window, providing some relief to patient fans.
With confirmation that Silksong will be playable at Melbourne's ACMI museum starting September 18th, many speculate the full release could precede this date - though nothing official has been announced.
IGN's recent exclusive sprite sheet reveal sent the internet into a frenzy, demonstrating the overwhelming excitement surrounding this sequel.
