May 1, 2025
Hollow Knight Fans Finally Get Glimpse of Hope
The gaming world has been holding its collective breath for what feels like an eternity, waiting for any shred of information about Hollow Knight: Silksong, the highly anticipated sequel to the 2017 Metroidvania masterpiece, Hollow Knight. And now, after years of speculation and anticipation, fans have finally been given a concrete date to look forward to, albeit with a rather significant caveat. On September 18, 2025, visitors to Melbourne’s Australian National Museum of Screen Culture (ACMI) will have the opportunity to play Hollow Knight: Silksong as part of an exhibition aptly titled “Game Worlds.”
The exhibition promises to transport visitors into the levels of 30 unforgettable video games, ranging from global blockbusters like World of Warcraft to pioneers of the life simulation genre, The Sims and Neopets. And, as confirmed by the ACMI, Hollow Knight: Silksong will be one of the highlights of the exhibit, allowing visitors to experience a portion of the game, including fighting several bosses.
While this news may come as a disappointment to fans who were hoping for a more widespread release, it does provide a glimmer of hope that the game may not be too far off. The fact that Silksong is being showcased at a museum in September has led many to speculate that the game may actually be released before then. With rumors of the game being developed for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, some are even predicting a mid-summer release, potentially as early as August.
For Team Cherry, the Australia-based independent games studio behind Hollow Knight and Silksong, this exhibition provides a fantastic opportunity to give fans a taste of what’s to come. As quoted in the announcement, the ACMI describes Silksong as a “highly anticipated Australian title for 2025,” and it’s clear that the studio is eager to share their latest creation with the world.
While it’s true that fans who can’t make it to Melbourne, Australia may have to wait a little longer to get their hands on the game, the fact that any Hollow Knight news is good news cannot be overstated. After years of waiting, fans are finally getting a glimpse of what to expect from Silksong, and the excitement is palpable. As the gaming community continues to speculate about the game’s release date, one thing is certain: Hollow Knight: Silksong is coming, and it’s going to be worth the wait.
The road to release has been long and arduous, but with the finish line in sight, fans are no doubt eager to dive back into the world of Hallownest and experience the next chapter in the Hollow Knight saga. And for those who can’t wait to sink their teeth into the game, the ACMI exhibition provides a unique opportunity to get a taste of what’s to come. Whether or not Silksong will live up to the hype remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the gaming world is ready for it.
