Silksong enthusiasts are speculating that the game will be featured during Gamescom 2025's Opening Night Live, prompted by a social media post from showcase host Geoff Keighley. Continue reading to learn more about the post, the live demo for Silksong, and fan theories regarding a potential announcement.
Hollow Knight: Silksong Fans Take Note of Gamescom Host Geoff Keighley's Tweet
A Potential Teaser for the Gamescom 2025 Opening Night Live Presentation
Hollow Knight: Silksong may have secured a spot among the titles to be unveiled at Gamescom 2025. Veteran Gamescom host Geoff Keighley shared a selfie in which he wears a removable red clown nose, echoing a self-mocking meme popular within the Silksong community. The caption, "First time?", ends with a clown emoji and encourages viewers to watch Opening Night Live (ONL).
While some might interpret this as another indication that Silksong will be absent once more, several fans argue that Keighley's post is actually a positive signal that developer Team Cherry will make an official announcement during the event. Ahead of last year's Gamescom 2024 ONL, Keighley provided Silksong followers with an unexpected but appreciated clarification:
"Just to set expectations, there will be no Silksong on Tuesday at ONL," he stated. "@TeamCherryGames is still working on it."
The absence of a similar disclaimer this year has fueled speculation that Keighley intended this as a playful nod—a tacit acknowledgment of the fans who have been eagerly awaiting any Silksong updates since its initial release window was announced.
Gamescom will take place in Cologne, Germany, with Opening Night Live scheduled for August 19 at 11 AM PT / 2 PM ET. For the complete streaming schedule and a list of other anticipated titles for the event, see our article below!
