Silksong has received a Steam package update after 15 months, igniting rumors of an imminent shadow drop. Continue reading to discover what this update could mean and how fans are reacting to the possibility of a surprise release.
Hollow Knight: Silksong's Release Could Be Near
First Steam Package Update in Over a Year
Hollow Knight: Silksong has been a hot topic again since its appearance in the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct in April. Now, recent backend activity on Steam has fans hopeful for a release announcement soon. On June 3, user Wario64 highlighted changes to Silksong's "packages" on SteamDB in a post on X (formerly Twitter).
Package updates often signal that a game is in active development. The fact that Silksong's packages were modified after lying dormant for 15 months strongly suggests progress is being made, much to the delight of the community. This is particularly noteworthy because the last time its SteamDB page was updated in March, it coincided with Silksong's brief appearance in the Switch 2 Direct.
Although unconfirmed, a similar reveal could happen again. With Summer Game Fest 2025, the upcoming Xbox Games Showcase, and PlayStation's State of Play all on the horizon, developer Team Cherry has multiple opportunities to finally update fans on the long-awaited sequel.
Could a Shadow Drop Be Coming?
As is tradition within the Silksong community, even a minor update sends fans into a frenzy of speculation about the game's release. With the Switch 2 launching this week, many are hopeful the game could have a surprise release alongside the new handheld console.
X user @Papa_Kutz shared the SteamDB update and suggested it might point to Silksong shadow-dropping on the Switch 2. User @switcheroo99 expressed hope for a release this week. Other comments reflect the community's renewed, if cautious, optimism that substantial news could arrive over the coming weekend.
Regardless, the excitement is understandable given the SteamDB activity and the numerous gaming showcases this week where Team Cherry could make an announcement. Furthermore, a playable version of Silksong will be featured at an Australian museum in September, hinting at a potential release window around that time.
Hollow Knight: Silksong is scheduled for release on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. For the latest news on the game, be sure to read our article below!
