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Don't Hold Your Breath: Silksong Won't Be at Opening Night Live

Aug 18, 2024 10:26 AM

Geoff Keighley has confirmed that the highly anticipated game Hollow Knight: Silksong will not be showcased at Gamescom Opening Night Live. Fans have been eagerly waiting for updates since its 2019 reveal as a standalone title, yet little information has been shared by Team Cherry. Although some hoped it would be featured at this upcoming event, Keighley's tweet clearly stated that it won't be present, suggesting that the game is still in development. This isn't the first time expectations have been managed for such showcases, with Keighley reminding fans to remain patient given the multitude of games available to enjoy in the meantime.

Will Hollow Knight: Silksong be shown at Gamescom 2024?

No, it has been confirmed by Geoff Keighley that Hollow Knight: Silksong will not be present at Gamescom Opening Night Live.

Hollow Knight: Silksong, developed by Team Cherry, is the sequel to the critically acclaimed 2017 game Hollow Knight. Players are set to explore a new world, taking on the role of Hornet, a character first introduced in the original game. The sequel promises to build upon the hand-drawn art style and fluid combat mechanics, sparking excitement within the gaming community as they await further news on its release.



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Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-08-18 10:48:03
It's a bummer to see Hollow Knight: Silksong missing from Gamescom, especially after all the hype since its initial reveal. Patience is key in game development, though—let's hope Team Cherry has some surprises in store for us when they're ready to share
Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-08-18 10:42:02
It's a bummer to hear that Hollow Knight: Silksong won't be making an appearance at Gamescom, but it's great that Keighley is keeping fans grounded with some realistic expectations. At the end of the day, good things come to those who wait, and we've got plenty of awesome games to keep us busy while we hang tight
N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2024-08-18 10:36:03
While it's a bummer that Hollow Knight: Silksong won't be showcased at Gamescom, it’s clear that Team Cherry is taking their time to ensure the game lives up to its predecessor's legacy. For now, we can drown our sorrows in the wealth of other amazing games that are out, because there’s always something new to dive into
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