The gaming world is abuzz with anticipation as Summer Game Fest 2025 approaches, promising to be one of the most exciting events in recent memory. Set to kick off on June 6 with a keynote hosted by renowned video game journalist Geoff Keighley, this live-streamed event at the YouTube Theater in Los Angeles will showcase a dazzling array of upcoming games, updates, and exclusive reveals from a star-studded lineup of industry giants and indie developers alike.
Summer Game Fest, which first launched in 2020, has quickly become a cornerstone of the gaming calendar, and this year’s edition is no exception. With over fifty-five confirmed partners—and expectations that the total will surpass sixty—the festival brings together some of the biggest names in gaming, including Nintendo (represented as Nintendo Switch 2), PlayStation, Xbox, Capcom, Bandai Namco, CD Projekt RED, Epic Games, Sega, Square Enix, and many more.
The event promises a two-hour live showcase packed with trailers and sneak peeks that have already ignited excitement across the gaming community. Highlights teased in the recently released trailer include the highly anticipated extraction-shooter Arc Raiders, the upcoming racing title Sonic Racing Crossworlds, and a host of indie games that continue to push creative boundaries. Clips from recent hits like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Doom: The Dark Ages, Kingdom Come Deliverance 2, Dune: Awakening, and South of Midnight also hint at awards, updates, or downloadable content announcements during the festival.
Following the main event on June 6, the festival will continue with the first-ever Frosty Games Fest on June 7, which shines a spotlight on over 50 video games developed in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. This regional showcase, streamed on YouTube and Twitch, is organized by industry professionals Amy Potter, Kieron Verbrugge, Lucy Mutimer, and Pritika Sachdev. It will feature unique titles such as Sub-Verge, a psychological narrative puzzle game set underwater from Interactive Tragedy, Limited; Winnie’s Hole, a turn-based roguelite inspired by the Winnie the Pooh franchise from Twice Different; and the teaser trailer for REAPRIEVE, a darkly humorous game following a grim reaper tasked with deleting souls’ memories, developed by Melbourne-based 10PM Club.
Among the most eagerly awaited announcements at Summer Game Fest 2025 is the long-delayed Hollow Knight: Silksong, the sequel to the critically acclaimed 2017 indie hit Hollow Knight. Developed by Australian indie studio Team Cherry, Silksong has been in the spotlight since its reveal in February 2019, but news has been scarce, leaving fans in suspense for six years.
The game stars Hornet, a rival character from the original, and takes players to the new mysterious kingdom of Pharloom. It promises to deliver the action-platforming and metroidvania gameplay that made its predecessor a masterpiece, alongside fresh mechanics and a rich, atmospheric world. Though the wait has been long and sometimes frustrating—with fans bracing for delays and false hopes—the recent glimpses of new footage, artwork, and screenshots have rekindled excitement.
Notably, Hollow Knight: Silksong made a brief appearance during the April 2025 Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, confirming 2025 as its release year. Further fueling anticipation, the game will be playable starting September 18, 2025, at Melbourne’s national museum of screen culture, a nod to the original game’s inclusion in a similar exhibit. This rare public showing suggests that the game is nearing readiness for launch.
Fans are hopeful that the release date might be revealed at the Summer Game Fest keynote on June 6, which would mark a significant moment after years of waiting. The timing aligns with rumors of a Sony State of Play and a Nintendo Direct both slated for June, alongside confirmed Xbox events, offering multiple platforms for Team Cherry to make their big announcement.
However, caution remains warranted. Silksong has a history of ghosting major events and announcements, and previous promises—such as Xbox’s 2022 declaration that the game would release within a year—have not come to fruition. The gaming community has learned to temper expectations, but with so many signs pointing to an imminent launch, this could finally be the moment when the beloved sequel steps into the spotlight.
Summer Game Fest 2025 will be streamed live across multiple platforms, including Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube, making it accessible to a global audience. Tickets are already available, and the official Summer Game Fest website offers additional information, countdowns, and event schedules for eager fans.
With such a packed schedule, from blockbuster reveals and indie showcases to regional celebrations like Frosty Games Fest, the event promises something for every type of gamer. Whether it’s the thrill of discovering new titles, the joy of revisiting beloved franchises, or the anticipation of finally playing Hollow Knight: Silksong, Summer Game Fest 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark occasion in the gaming world.
As June approaches, gamers everywhere will be watching closely, fingers crossed that the long wait for Silksong will soon end—and that the festival delivers all the surprises and excitement it promises.
