The wait for Hollow Knight: Silksong has been an eternity for fans of the Metroidvania genre, but finally, a glimmer of hope has emerged. The highly anticipated sequel to the 2017 hit Hollow Knight will be playable at the Australian National Museum of Screen Culture (ACMI) in Melbourne, Australia, on September 18, 2025, as part of an exhibition called Game Worlds. This exhibition promises to transport visitors inside the levels of 30 unforgettable video games, including global blockbusters like World of Warcraft and The Sims.
The ACMI’s description of the exhibition hints at the inclusion of a “highly anticipated Australian title for 2025,” which was leaked in a trailer to be none other than Hollow Knight: Silksong. This means that visitors to the museum will get to experience a portion of the game, including fighting several bosses. Team Cherry, the Australia-based independent games studio behind Hollow Knight and Silksong, is likely thrilled to showcase their game in their home country.
Shot from Hollow Knight Silksong (Image via Getty)While the news may seem like a double-edged sword for fans who don’t live in or near Melbourne, it has sparked speculation that the game’s release date may be sooner rather than later. The fact that Silksong is being showcased at a museum in September has led many to believe that the game may actually be released before that point. Furthermore, with the game revealed to be a title on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, some are predicting a mid-summer release, potentially in August.
For fans who have been starved of new content since 2017, any news about Hollow Knight is a welcome respite. The gaming community has been clamoring for a sequel, and now they finally have something to look forward to. While it’s not an official release date, the fact that Silksong is being showcased in a museum is a significant step towards its eventual release.
Shot from Hollow Knight Silksong (Image via Getty)The exhibition at the ACMI is a significant opportunity for fans to experience the game firsthand, and it will be interesting to see how the game is received by visitors. As Esports.net continues to provide updates on the gaming world, fans of Hollow Knight can rest assured that they will be kept informed about any developments regarding Silksong. For now, they can hold onto the hope that the wait may soon be over, and they will be able to sink their teeth into the highly anticipated sequel.
