Game Worlds Exhibition Extended

Due to popular demand, ACMI’s major playable exhibition, Game Worlds, will be extended until 29 March 2026. Spanning 50 years of videogames history, with 30+ iconic titles and 44 opportunities to play games, the ACMI built and curated exhibition is the largest ever developed – and the museum’s most popular since 2018’s Wonderland.

ACMI will celebrate the extension with a summer program packed with live concerts, talks and free family weekends, new collectibles in ACMI Shop, plus 25% off flexible exhibition tickets until 28 November.

Presented by ACMI and Orchestra Victoria, Hollow Knight & Silksong Live will see the Australian-made games projected onto the ACMI Cinema screen, pairing live gameplay with live accompaniment by Orchestra Victoria. These special concert performances run for two nights only, 20 – 21 February.

Young builders and mini magicians can enjoy free themed activities, challenges and photo opportunities honouring featured titles from Game Worlds at a series of Family Weekends. Come together as a family and discover new worlds with Dungeons & Dragons on 7 – 8 February and Minecraft on 14 – 15 February, then add on a discounted family ticket to explore the exhibition.

Australian game developer, artist and philosopher Bennett Foddy chats new game Baby Steps, in an exclusive In Conversation event on 14 January. A panel of parenting experts will bridge generations and help families navigate positive screen time with their children in Videogames and Your Family on 24 January.

ACMI Director & CEO Seb Chan said: "We are delighted by the response to Game Worlds, It has been such a privilege to watch our visitors discover and go behind the scenes of how games are both made and played, diving deeper into on-screen world building. We hope the exhibition continues to inspire the next generation of makers and players, and that visitors join us this summer across our stellar events program."

Minister for Creative Industries Colin Brooks said: "Digital games are big business for Victoria and the Allan Labor Government is proud to back this exhibition and the extended season which is attracting fans of all ages."

Bringing together rare objects, concept art and original design materials, Game Worlds features historical games, indie titles and international hit titles including Minecraft (Mojang Studios), Final Fantasy XIV Online (Square Enix), World of Warcraft (Blizzard Entertainment), The Sims (Electronic Arts), The EIder Scrolls Online (ZeniMax Online Studios/ Bethesda Softworks), Neopets (World of Neopia), SimCity (Electronic Arts), Stardew Valley (ConcernedApe) and smash hit 2025 Australian release Hollow Knight: Silksong (Team Cherry).

Exclusive merchandise is available from ACMI Shop, including a series of ACMI-produced books delving into The Sims and Hollow Knight: Silksong. An expanded merchandise range across featured titles in the exhibition will hit shelves over summer, including limited-edition collectibles for Neopets, The Sims and Hollow Knight: Silksong.

Game Worlds is proudly supported by Major Technology Partner Panasonic, Major Research Partner RMIT University, Official Hotel Partner Sofitel Melbourne On Collins, and Supporting Partner Haymes Paint.

Game Worlds is open at ACMI until 29 March 2026. For one week only from 20 - 28 November 2025, flexible tickets are 25% off. To book visit acmi.net.au.

NOTES TO EDITORS:

• Game Worlds is curated by ACMI’s Bethan Johnson and Jini Maxwell.
• Images, video footage and media kit are available to download here.
• For further media enquiries please contact Stephanie.payne@acmi.net.au.

Listings Information
Game Worlds
18 September 2025 to 29 March 2026
ACMI, Fed Square, Melbourne
acmi.net.au

Ticketing Information
Full tickets $30 with special prices for Concession, Students, ACMI Members, school groups and under 16s. Children under 4 are FREE. Discounted Group (5+) and Family prices are available. To book tickets visit acmi.net.au.

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