While we didn't see the long-awaited Hollow Knight: Silksong, there were plenty of other indies to get excited for, including several metroidvania-style games, a new debut project featuring Celeste 's pixel artist, and multiple titles that are available starting today.

Silksong will make an appearance, but hopes for its inclusion in Nintendo's Indie World Showcase on August 7 may have been dashed. The long-awaited metroidvania from Team Cherry has become something of a white whale for fans of the original Hollow Knight,

At this point, Hollow Knight: Silksong has transcended its 'indie' label. Sure, for all intents and purposes, it still is an indie game, but it's one of the most anticipated games of the year, meaning its appearance at any indie showcase, even Nintendo's Indie World Showcase, is highly unlikely.