No Silksong at Nintendo Direct? Disappointed Fans Vent After Another Snub

It’s happened again — and fans are not happy.

After yet another Nintendo Direct came and went without a mention of Hollow Knight: Silksong, social media erupted with frustration, memes, and cries of disappointment. The long-anticipated sequel to the beloved indie Metroidvania has become infamous for its prolonged silence — and this latest absence has only fueled the fire.

A Pattern of Disappointment

Since its announcement in 2019, Silksong has maintained a place in the gaming community’s collective consciousness — not for what it has delivered, but for what it hasn’t. Despite appearing in promotional material and once being expected to release by mid-2023, the game has consistently missed show after show.

Hopes were high for Nintendo’s August 2025 Direct, especially after rumors swirled online about potential indie reveals. Fans clung to optimism, speculating that Team Cherry might finally break the silence. Instead, they were met with nothing.

And for many, that was the last straw.

Social Media Meltdown

Within minutes of the showcase ending, “Silksong” was trending — but not for celebratory reasons. Reddit threads ballooned with hundreds of comments, X (formerly Twitter) filled with memes of clown makeup and despairing bug knights, and even developers from other studios chimed in with playful (and sometimes sympathetic) commentary.

The absence seems to have created an unintentional tradition: fans gather online to hope, joke, and inevitably cope.

What’s Taking So Long?

Team Cherry has remained almost completely silent for over a year. Their last official update was in mid-2023, when they delayed the game out of its expected release window, citing the need for further polish.

While fans generally understand the importance of quality and creative freedom, the lack of transparency has become a key frustration. Many argue that even a brief update or new teaser would be enough to ease the sting.

As of now, the game still has no confirmed release date.

The Cult of Silksong

Despite the frustration, Silksong continues to inspire loyalty — even devotion. Fan art, theory videos, and gameplay breakdowns of its few existing trailers still garner views and engagement. Some have even made full-fledged fan games to fill the void.

But with every no-show, the expectations grow — and so does the pressure.

Conclusion

The continued silence around Hollow Knight: Silksong has created a paradox: the more time passes, the more fans demand it, and the harder it may be for the final game to meet those sky-high expectations. For now, the gaming community is left waiting, watching every Nintendo Direct with bated breath — only to walk away disappointed once more.