Melbourne International Games Week is scheduled to make its return on October 4, uniting developers from around the world for Australia’s leading gaming event. Australia continually surpasses expectations in game development, with its passionate indie studios generating numerous global hits.
Although millions have played games originating from Australia, many may not realize where they came from.
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Here are five trending video games that you may not have known are from Australia.
Hollow Knight: Silksong
Describing the anticipation for Hollow Knight: Silksong as high would be an understatement. This highly awaited sequel to the renowned Hollow Knight took several digital platforms by storm upon its September 4 launch, prompting fans to humorously claim that its first hurdle was merely purchasing the game. The buzz surrounding Silksong was so overwhelming that other titles postponed their releases to evade competition.
Developed by the three-member Adelaide team Team Cherry, Hollow Knight: Silksong follows Hornet, an insect-like hero and a character from the 2017 Hollow Knight. Similar to its predecessor, Silksong immerses players in a bug kingdom brimming with secrets, deep lore, and demanding gameplay.
Hollow Knight achieved remarkable sales of 15 million copies over eight years, a phenomenal milestone for indie developers, and cultivated a loyal fanbase. Silksong appears poised to exceed this, <a href="https://www.gamespot.com/articles/hollow-knight-silksong-already-has-over-