Hornet's Cloak Removal in Silksong Sparks Player Curiosity

Yesterday, IGN unveiled that fans of the eagerly awaited Hollow Knight: Silksong will have the opportunity to play the game at an Australian museum in September 2025. Alongside this exciting news, IGN shared a sprite sheet from the game, sparking a flurry of reactions across the internet.

In a Reddit thread analyzing the sprite sheet, one user questioned the necessity of a particular sprite showing Hornet, the game's protagonist, without her cloak, casually holding it under her arm. The image in question can be seen in the close-up below, or on the original sheet on the right-hand side, just below the uppermost ring:

A close-up of the controversial sprite, located on the right-hand side of the original image.

Reddit users expressed a mix of bewilderment and humor about the sprite. One user remarked, "What kind of situation in-game calls for her to remove her cloak and hold it like she's an exhausted dad returning from work? This is cursed." Others questioned its authenticity and relevance, with comments ranging from disbelief to humorous speculation about the game's rating.

The conversation took a playful turn, with some users jokingly suggesting that the sprite could eliminate the need for certain mods, while others humorously proposed that the game might shift to an ESRB 18+ rating due to this sprite. Amidst the jest, one user demanded Hornet put her cloak back on, calling the image indecent, while others found it unnecessary and unsettling.

Despite the light-hearted banter, some fans speculated that the sprite might hint at future gameplay elements, such as the ability to upgrade or change Hornet's cloak. Until more details are revealed, fans are left to let their imaginations run wild.

Hollow Knight: Silksong 2025 Screenshots

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Hollow Knight: Silksong, developed by Team Cherry, has been one of the most anticipated games globally, consistently topping the Steam wishlist charts. The game recently appeared at Nintendo’s Switch 2 Direct, and soon after, Team Cherry confirmed a 2025 release window, much to the delight of its patient fanbase. With the announcement that Silksong will be playable at Australia's national museum of screen culture, ACMI, starting September 18, speculation about a possible August launch has surfaced, though no official confirmation has been made.

As part of the Game Worlds exhibition at the Melbourne museum, Silksong will not only be playable but will also feature displays exploring the game's design and artistic direction, offering fans a deeper look into the world of this highly anticipated sequel.