Silksong Playable at Gamescom 2025 – Hands-On Demos Coming Soon
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– Hollow Knight Silksong will be playable for the first time at Microsoft’s Gamescom booth on August 20-21, available on PC and the ROG Xbox Ally.
– The game will also be showcased at the Game Worlds exhibition in Melbourne’s ACMI in September, marking two hands-on events close together.
– The timing of these events suggests Silksong may release “before Holiday” (interpreted as before Christmas) this year, sparking optimism among fans.
– The Silksong community, particularly on Reddit and Discord, is reacting intensely to the news, reflecting long-standing anticipation and frustration.
– Microsoft’s Gamescom booth will also feature other games like Ninja Gaiden 4 and Borderlands 4, amid recent layoffs of 9,000 employees in 2025.
Fans of Hollow Knight Silksong won’t have to wait much longer to experience the highly anticipated sequel firsthand. The game will be playable at Microsoft’s Gamescom booth on August 20 and 21, marking the first public hands-on opportunity for eager players. Demos will be available on PC and the upcoming ROG Xbox Ally, which is also set to make its debut at the event.
Gamescom, held annually in Cologne, Germany, is one of the biggest gaming conventions worldwide. Until now, the only confirmed chance to try Silksong was at the Game Worlds exhibition in Melbourne’s Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) this September. With two major hands-on events scheduled so close together, speculation is growing that Silksong’s release might finally be imminent, possibly even before the holiday season.
The Hollow Knight community has been buzzing with theories, particularly on platforms like the Silksong Subreddit and Discord, where excitement has reached fever pitch. After years of anticipation, fans are clinging to any hint of progress, with some optimistically predicting a launch between Gamescom and the ACMI showcase.
Meanwhile, Microsoft’s presence at Gamescom extends beyond Silksong. The Xbox booth will feature other major titles, including Ninja Gaiden 4, Borderlands 4, and Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, offering plenty for attendees to explore. While the company’s recent layoffs have drawn criticism, the lineup at Gamescom suggests a strong push for its gaming division in 2025.
For Silksong devotees, the wait may soon be over, whether through an early release or the chance to finally play the demo in person. Either way, the coming weeks promise long-awaited answers.
(Source: PCGAMER)
