When talking about the most anticipated video games of the year, it’s nearly impossible not to mention Hollow Knight: Silksong, the long-awaited action RPG from Australian indie developer Team Cherry. First announced back in 2019, the game has undergone a notably lengthy development process, keeping fans in a state of eager suspense for years. Now, a recent announcement from the studio has sparked confusion among its dedicated fanbase.
Despite years of anticipation, Team Cherry has remained vague about the game’s official release date, only stating that Silksong is expected to launch sometime in 2025. This tentative window was recently reiterated during a Nintendo Switch 2 showcase, offering no further clarity.
However, amid uncertainty regarding the release date, Team Cherry has unveiled a surprising collaboration, as reported by IGN. This is in partnership with Australia’s National Museum of Screen Culture (ACMI). As part of an upcoming exhibition called Game Worlds in September 2025, Hollow Knight: Silksong will be featured not just through video presentations, but as a fully playable demo for visitors.
The event is dedicated to exploring the artistic and design aspects of video games, making it a fitting stage for a title as visually and mechanically rich as Silksong. While the decision makes sense — given that Team Cherry is an Australian studio — it also raises a significant question: does this playable demo hint at an imminent full release?
With no concrete release date in sight, fans are now left speculating. Will Hollow Knight: Silksong launch before the event? Will it be released alongside it? Or could the demo simply serve as a teaser with the actual release still months away? For now, what is certain is that Hollow Knight: Silksong will be playable for the first time in a public setting this September at ACMI in Melbourne, Australia.
As the wait continues, the playable showcase may offer fans their first real glimpse into what Team Cherry has been quietly crafting for the past several years. The game is planned for release on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
