Hornet's Cloak Removal in Silksong Sparks Player Curiosity

IGN recently unveiled that Hollow Knight: Silksong will be playable at an Australian museum in September 2025, alongside sharing a sprite sheet from the much-anticipated game. The internet's reaction was swift and lively.

A particular sprite on the sheet, featuring the game's protagonist, Hornet, without her cloak, sparked a flurry of comments and discussions. One Reddit user humorously questioned the necessity of such a sprite, asking, "In what situation [is] making a sprite of naked Hornet necessary?" The sprite in question shows Hornet casually holding her cloak under one arm, leading to amusing speculations about its in-game context.

Comments ranged from humorous to bewildered, with one user likening Hornet's pose to that of an "exhausted dad returning from work," and another questioning its authenticity and purpose. The conversation took a playful turn as some users jokingly speculated about the game's potential rating shift and the unnecessary nature of the sprite, with comments like "We're going straight to ESRB 18+ for this one," and "HORNET PUT YOUR CLOAK BACK ON THAT'S SO INDECENT WHAT THE HELL."

Amidst the humor, some fans suggested that the sprite might indicate the possibility of upgrading or changing Hornet's cloak in the game. However, for now, the community's imagination is running wild with possibilities.

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Team Cherry’s Hollow Knight: Silksong remains one of the most eagerly awaited games, consistently topping Steam's wishlist charts. Following a brief showcase at Nintendo's Switch 2 Direct last month, Team Cherry confirmed a 2025 release window, much to the delight of its patient fanbase. With the game set to be playable at Australia’s national museum of screen culture, ACMI, starting September 18, there is speculation about a possible August release, though nothing has been confirmed yet.

As part of the Game Worlds exhibition at the Melbourne museum, Hollow Knight: Silksong will not only be playable but will also feature displays exploring its design and artistic direction, offering fans a deeper look into the game's creation.