Beyond Hallownest? Team Cherry Hints at a Brand New Game After Silksong

The gaming world, especially fans of the mesmerizingly challenging Hollow Knight, has been holding its collective breath for what feels like an eternity for Silksong. We’ve poured countless hours into exploring Hallownest, uncovering its secrets, and, let’s be honest, dying a lot. So, the mere mention of its successor, starring the agile Hornet, is enough to send shivers of excitement down any gamer's spine.

But here's a little tidbit that's emerged from the depths of developer interviews – something that might just shift your expectations for what comes after Silksong. It seems that once we've finally navigated Pharloom and perhaps even its inevitable post-launch DLC (because, let's face it, that's almost a given these days), Team Cherry isn't necessarily planning a direct leap into Hollow Knight 3.

Instead, the whispers from within the studio suggest they're actively contemplating diving into a completely fresh, brand-new intellectual property. Imagine that! A whole new world, new mechanics, new lore, entirely distinct from the melancholic beauty of Hallownest. It's a bold move, and honestly, a testament to their creative spirit.

For many, the idea of Hollow Knight 3 is practically a given, the logical next step in an already beloved series. So, this news might come as a bit of a surprise, perhaps even a slight disappointment to those already dreaming of the Knight's next big adventure or Hornet's continued saga. However, it also speaks volumes about Team Cherry's commitment to innovation. They're not just content to rest on their laurels and churn out sequels; they want to build something entirely new, pushing their creative boundaries.

Of course, this is all speculation about the distant future, far beyond Silksong's release and its eventual expansions. For now, all eyes are firmly fixed on Pharloom and the promise of more unforgettable Metroidvania goodness. But knowing that Team Cherry is already brimming with ideas for other worlds, well, it just makes the wait for whatever they do next even more intriguing, doesn't it?