Hollow Knight: Silksong Playable in Fall – Release Date Still Unannounced

Exciting News for Hollow Knight Fans: Silksong to Feature at ACMI Exhibit

While the specific release date for the highly anticipated follow-up to Hollow Knight, titled Hollow Knight: Silksong, remains unannounced, fans can look forward to the game being playable for the first time during the ACMI Game Worlds exhibition in Melbourne, Australia, commencing on September 18, 2025, and concluding on February 8, 2026. Tickets for the event will be available for purchase beginning in July 2025, but eager attendees can join a waitlist now.

Thanks, IGN!

What to Expect from the Demo

Currently, details surrounding the scope of the Hollow Knight: Silksong demo at the ACMI exhibit are limited. Neither IGN’s announcement nor ACMI provided insights into whether the demo will be a specially tailored experience designed for the museum or a full version of the game. As attendees await more information, the anticipation continues to build.

Latest Updates on Hollow Knight: Silksong

The most recent update regarding Hollow Knight: Silksong surfaced during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct event in early April 2025, where it was confirmed that the game will be available on both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2. Attendees of the event were treated to a brief glimpse of gameplay, further heightening excitement among fans.

For those interested, here’s the trailer showcasing the Game Worlds exhibition. While Neopets, The Sims, and World of Warcraft featured prominently in the promotional material, Hollow Knight: Silksong was notably absent.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NsE8wTSEhEY

Announcing GAME WORLDS! A new playable exhibition at ACMI (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NsE8wTSEhEY)

ACMI’s Commitment to Gaming Culture

The Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) consistently champions video games and their cultural significance. Recently, one of its flagship events was the Women & Non-Binary Gamer Club End of Year Meetup held in late 2024, where participants enjoyed playing games like Drawful 2 and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. In addition, ACMI offers a complimentary Big Ant Studios Games Lab that is accessible daily. Noteworthy events also include a presentation by Forest Swords, the composer for Assassin’s Creed Rogue and As Dusk Falls, scheduled for June 2025.

Platforms for Silksong’s Release

Hollow Knight: Silksong is set to launch in 2025 across several platforms including the Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and Windows PC. Its debut at ACMI will undoubtedly be a key highlight for fans seeking to experience this long-awaited sequel.

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