Hollow Knight: Silksong will showcase a playable demo at Australia's prestigious National Museum of Screen Culture. Continue reading for insights about the upcoming exhibition and what Silksong enthusiasts can anticipate from this special event.
Silksong Playable Demo Experience
Coming to Game Worlds Exhibition in Australia
Hollow Knight: Silksong stands as one of gaming's most eagerly awaited titles in recent memory. Fans will finally get their chance to experience the game through a playable version at Melbourne's ACMI (Australian Centre for the Moving Image). This new demo promises significant improvements over the 2019 E3 version, which many regarded as an early prototype.
ACMI's Game Worlds exhibition, running from September 18, 2025 through February 8, 2026, will feature an impressive lineup including World of Warcraft, The Sims, and the South Australian-developed Hollow Knight: Silksong. The showcase will include custom game builds alongside original development materials, concept art, and iconic gaming artifacts.
In an interview with IGN, ACMI curators Bethan Johnson and Jini Maxwell expressed their enthusiasm about featuring Silksong: "Since its 2019 announcement, Silksong has captured global attention as one of indie gaming's most anticipated releases. We're honored to highlight this South Australian creation as a centerpiece of our Game Worlds exhibition."
With limited official updates since 2019, fans have eagerly collected every rumor about Silksong's development. ACMI's exhibition aims to satisfy this anticipation by offering unprecedented access to Silksong's world.
The curators detailed what visitors can expect: "Our exhibition will explore Silksong's intricate design through hundreds of Hornet's animated sprites, the strategic thinking behind challenging boss battles, and of course - hands-on gameplay access. This comprehensive showcase will reveal the game's artistic vision and technical craftsmanship."
While the exhibition might suggest Silksong's impending release, no official launch date has been confirmed. The game recently reappeared during the Nintendo Switch 2 presentation, reconfirming its 2025 release window. With the exhibit continuing through early 2026, hopeful players anticipate the game might launch during the exhibition period.
Hollow Knight: Silksong will release across PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch platforms (including Switch 2), and PC. For continued updates on this highly anticipated title, explore our additional coverage below.
