Hollow Knight

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9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 2265 Ratings

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  1. qwerty555
    Aug 21, 2017
    10
    outstanding metroidvania.... cannot put this down. on par with ori for completely different reasons. if you are a fan of the genre you owe it to yourself to buy this.... it is worth much more than 14.99
  2. kelvinsanchez15
    Jan 13, 2019
    10
    Obra maestra y sin duda mi juego favorito en el genero. Me quedaré sin palabras a la hora de describir tan maravilloso videojuego, su historia y ambientación son sobresalientes, sus controles y mecánicas geniales, la música y efectos de sonido son atrapantes y originales, sus dibujos y animaciones hechas a mano hacen la experiencia un orgasmo visual mientras se explora el vasto mundo deObra maestra y sin duda mi juego favorito en el genero. Me quedaré sin palabras a la hora de describir tan maravilloso videojuego, su historia y ambientación son sobresalientes, sus controles y mecánicas geniales, la música y efectos de sonido son atrapantes y originales, sus dibujos y animaciones hechas a mano hacen la experiencia un orgasmo visual mientras se explora el vasto mundo de Hallownest. Definitivamente un videojuego que tienes que jugar si o si en algún punto de tu vida. 10/10 más que merecidos.… Expand
  3. Merc4Wrk
    Feb 21, 2018
    10
    Very well made indie metroidvania. Story is centered on just enough for it to be intriguing while also leaving a lot of it up to interpretation. In addition the combat focus is a great subversion from much of the other games in this genre. Basically have no complaints
  4. AirDeLisi
    Feb 11, 2018
    10
    One reviewer here commented that this game isn't getting enough mainstream press, and I couldn't agree more; this game has exceeded all expectations I had for it. It's astonishing that this game was made by a small team of two to three people. As a Souls fan, this game resonates strongly with me. Every delicate chord that Dark Souls has struck within me was also struck by Hollow Knight,One reviewer here commented that this game isn't getting enough mainstream press, and I couldn't agree more; this game has exceeded all expectations I had for it. It's astonishing that this game was made by a small team of two to three people. As a Souls fan, this game resonates strongly with me. Every delicate chord that Dark Souls has struck within me was also struck by Hollow Knight, and with pinpoint precision. The controls are crisp and tight. Every enemy and every boss fight is memorable. An intriguing story is told through gameplay and NPC interaction, and the inquisitive player is greatly rewarded if he chooses to dive a little deeper and look a little harder. The soundtrack is superb, and it works with the sound design and color palette to bring areas of the game to life. Hollow Knight also does a great job at understanding its medium as a 2-D platformer; the developers know the limitations of the medium and work within its bounds, but also play to the strengths of it and offer challenges that wouldn't work in a 3-D environment. Ultimately, this game has so, so much depth and I enjoyed every second of it. Keep up the good work, Team Cherry!… Expand
  5. ChosenUndead99
    Apr 29, 2018
    10
    I fell in love with Hollow Knight and enjoyed it so much that I ended up spending 50 hours on it in under two weeks. If you like metroidvania games then this game is for you! Controller recommended.
  6. RubikPinkiePie
    May 19, 2018
    10
    10/10 the best metroidvania ever made, long story, perfect controls and the artwork is wonderfull
  7. BlisteringFury
    Jun 17, 2018
    10
    Without question the best Metroidvania ever made. Only challeged by Ori and the Blind Forest.
  8. IloveIndie
    Jun 26, 2018
    10
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    Puan: 10/10 Tam bir görsel şölen.
    -IloveIndie
  9. BigBoi69
    Jul 10, 2018
    10
    This game too hardd d
    Okay so the map system very bad. Was even a little harder too deal with than Metroid, and that game is imp posiple, gaemz shuld b a st8 line, much ez er. Combat is hard and borign, u can only do a slash until u beet first boss adn healing should be automaticccc liek in COD XD, andd not starting with good mobility was badd d, remind me of Metroid like why is this gam    This game too hardd d
    Okay so the map system very bad. Was even a little harder too deal with than Metroid, and that game is imp posiple, gaemz shuld b a st8 line, much ez er. Combat is hard and borign, u can only do a slash until u beet first boss adn healing should be automaticccc liek in COD XD, andd not starting with good mobility was badd d, remind me of Metroid like why is this gam liek Metroid, it's supposed to be Dark Soulz?!?! Um itz so mucc hardurr than a Souls gaem too, liek I wanted a Soulz not a tryhard gaem XDDDD Refundedddd. The game iz so confusignn like "oh you'll be fine therez 2wo ways to get to every area" liek hello?!?! I need 5ive ughhhh. Y can The story iz so boringgg, leik who is this "False Night"? So gimmiky 2, liek y enemy hav shooty butt I don't, stoopidd. Gaem still gudd tho, cuz Hornet best gurl    … Expand
  10. Jidou
    Dec 5, 2018
    10
    An absolute masterpiece. Hollow Knight binds together a really nicely developed environment with a pretty complex hidden story and an amazing music score. Hollow Knight makes you believe that you are free to go wherever you like from the beginning of the game, while it actually guides you slowly and kindly to the actions you have to make or the places you have to visit. The 2D ambianceAn absolute masterpiece. Hollow Knight binds together a really nicely developed environment with a pretty complex hidden story and an amazing music score. Hollow Knight makes you believe that you are free to go wherever you like from the beginning of the game, while it actually guides you slowly and kindly to the actions you have to make or the places you have to visit. The 2D ambiance that this game adds in your experience is amazing while every single location on the map has a unique theme that changes its backgrounds based on the story or the surrounding locations. The gameplay of Hollow Knight mostly combines fast critical thinking and very good timing actions. Your mistakes will be punished harshly but not always. It needs tons of concentration and good strategy before winning any boss. For me, the ultimate thing about Hollow Knight is how well everything combines together to deliver an extremely fast-paced ( in battles ) game while in a really slow-quiet and moody environment ( sometimes ). From the way, they blend-in the music in the battles to how the player's fillings can be taken into count, is what makes this game an absolute masterpiece and a MUST PLAY. The only game in my life that I would rate 10/10 was Breath of the Wild. But comparing the hours you can spend and the fun you can have in this one, to the industrial gap between Nintendo and Team Cherry delivers a 10/10 for Hollow Knight.… Expand
  11. QbaTar
    Dec 29, 2018
    10
    Just pure masterpiece. Graphics are charming, game-play gives a lot of satisfaction. I can't see any downside of this game.
  12. HereMyNickName
    Feb 14, 2019
    10
    just one of the best games! thanks team cherry for the work you have done. I look forward to a decent continuation
  13. Fornax
    Feb 20, 2019
    10
    The best Metroidvania i have played, this was the most immersive experience i have had with a game, bosses were great and all but... The story is freaking incredible, the best part of the game in my opinion.
  14. rezo_21
    Oct 14, 2021
    7
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  15. DKVODKA
    Feb 27, 2019
    10
    This game just goes to show how passion should be the drive of making a game, and not just making a game as it seems by the modern trpile A studios. Everythings is swift and perfectly executed from the in every aspect that you can expect a game to be. Just the perfect game, simple, yet complicated. Fun, yet extremely challenging at times, and it is up to the player himself to decide how toThis game just goes to show how passion should be the drive of making a game, and not just making a game as it seems by the modern trpile A studios. Everythings is swift and perfectly executed from the in every aspect that you can expect a game to be. Just the perfect game, simple, yet complicated. Fun, yet extremely challenging at times, and it is up to the player himself to decide how to approach the game. 10/10 best game ever, sets a really high sealing for Silk Song.… Expand
  16. Luvex
    May 22, 2019
    10
    Top notch controls. Great soundtrack. Couldn't ask for a better game for 15 $ that keeps you busy for over 40 hours at least.
  17. iF1nnI
    Jun 15, 2019
    10
    Jogo simplismente incrivel, direção de arte muito boa, magnifica trilha sonora e boa jogabilidade
  18. ChromeFoam
    Jul 4, 2019
    10
    I enjoyed it a lot. Difficult and at times frustrating, but the movement and attack controls all feel really nice
  19. anaunz
    Aug 14, 2019
    10
    I would want to set this game as a new standard for a modern Metroidvania game. Hollow Knight isn't just a normal Metroidvania game that the only thing you will enjoy is exploring the game, but with the massive lore in the game, it makes this game worth playing just to gather the information from every single thing in the game.

    The soundtrack is very great, especially when the boss    I would want to set this game as a new standard for a modern Metroidvania game. Hollow Knight isn't just a normal Metroidvania game that the only thing you will enjoy is exploring the game, but with the massive lore in the game, it makes this game worth playing just to gather the information from every single thing in the game.

    The soundtrack is very great, especially when the boss fighting soundtrack. The soundtrack together with the art and graphic of this game give perfect atmospheres I could imagine to ask for.

    Not even need to mention the gameplay. It is absolutely great, if not perfect.

    In all and all, I love this game so much, as someone who loves playing Metroidvania games, this game gave me a new standard for the genre!    … Expand
  20. Shimmeywill
    Mar 17, 2020
    7
    A strong platformer with charming art style, tight controls and great atmosphere.
  21. lostmaniaco
    Oct 16, 2019
    10
    What I have to say is: this is the best game of my life!
    O que eu tenho para dizer: é o melhor jogo da minha vida!
  22. TheSloth82
    Nov 13, 2019
    10
    One of the beat metroidvania's to ever be created. It's a must play to anyone who likes this genre or even to anyone who doesnt. Its perfect
  23. Sushantvsb19
    Nov 7, 2019
    10
    This is a great game..... Boss fights are brilliant and challenging. 10/10 must buy
  24. InsaneSeishiro
    Nov 17, 2019
    10
    This is one of the best metroidvanias of all time(debatable THE best, imo). If you even have a slight interest in the genre, an absolute must buy.
  25. melihseker
    Nov 17, 2019
    10
    Valla doğruyu soyliyeyim oynadığım en iyi indie oyundur kendisi. Gerek atmosferi gerek müzikleri gerek grafikleri oynanışı vesaire vesaire herşeyi çok iyi yapan bir oyun. Ama yapanlar zor yapmışlar bu yüzden az küfür ettirmedi. Ama zor olması daha iyi olmuş bence.
  26. merkachesu
    Dec 12, 2019
    7
    el juego es muy bueno, un buen plataformero pero no es del todo mi estilo...
  27. 13baker11
    Dec 13, 2019
    10
    Hollow Knight is a absolute masterpiece.

    It an outstanding metroidvania, with great movement and a few, very well designed abilities. The progression (in the terms of upgrades and abilities, as well as story-wise) is well spaced throughout the game. The story itself, set in the dark and gloomy world of Hallownest, is told mostly by the environment and some occasional cutscenes. It is    Hollow Knight is a absolute masterpiece.

    It an outstanding metroidvania, with great movement and a few, very well designed abilities.
    The progression (in the terms of upgrades and abilities, as well as story-wise) is well spaced throughout the game.
    The story itself, set in the dark and gloomy world of Hallownest, is told mostly by the environment and some occasional cutscenes. It is also very subtle, but deep at the same time, making exploring the immersive world worth the time.
    The game is challenging at times (especially in the DLC content), but that makes the game so much more rewarding.

    Summarizing, Hollow Knight is a beautiful, game that nails both the story and the gameplay.    … Expand
  28. d0mmunism
    Dec 29, 2019
    10
    Perfect in every way. The combat is tight and fluid, exploration is rewarding, and the sprawling map and lore is incredibly immersive. Aesthetically, as well, the game shines--the music and visuals complement the narrative well while still being incredible in their own right.
  29. void_oCat
    Jan 31, 2021
    10
    well, i played 80 hours in this masterpiece and i would like to say that this game in awesome at all, gameplay, lore, characters and etc but not everyone can understand this, and this is sadly
  30. Thomoen
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece, so many things to collect, so many ways the game can be played, and one of the best atmospheres created in a videogame. All the praise goes to the incredible score and the art design. The game is a masterclass in difficulty, which dares you to try out a boss with different loadouts so you can figure out what works best, and you are never forced to commit to a certain playstyleMasterpiece, so many things to collect, so many ways the game can be played, and one of the best atmospheres created in a videogame. All the praise goes to the incredible score and the art design. The game is a masterclass in difficulty, which dares you to try out a boss with different loadouts so you can figure out what works best, and you are never forced to commit to a certain playstyle because of a stupid upgrade system.

    There is a reason that this game has such a cult following, it's because the combination of the serene vibe and it's sometimes ruthless difficulty sits on this intersection of different things that a lot of titles lean heavily towards to. In the case of Hollow Knight, it combines all these different ideas, the zen vibe of something like Zelda or Gris, the difficulty of a soulslike because of it's risk/reward structure, and the exploration and world design of a classic metroidvenia make this game such an engaging world to explore. I poured over a 150 hours in this title, and still now and then I feel compelled to go back.    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#12 Best PC Game of 2017
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#5 Most Discussed PC Game of 2017
77
#77 Most Shared PC Game of 2017

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. Hooked Gamers
    Jul 29, 2018
    100
    Hollow Knight is one of the best 2D platformers I’ve ever played - it is a beautiful, quirky and dynamic game; challenging yet rewarding; mournful yet brimming with hope. When it comes to console, it’s going to cause a real stir.
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  2. IGN
    Jun 22, 2018
    94
    Hollow Knight is a Metroidvania with a well of content to discover that’s as deep as its labyrinthine caves. The world of Hallownest is compelling and rich, full of story that’s left for you to discover on your own, and built with branching paths that offer an absurd amount of choice in how you go about discovering it. With such a high density of secrets to find and fun, challenging enemies to face, it’s worth spending every moment you can in Hollow Knight.
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  3. GameStar
    Jan 2, 2018
    84
    A very difficult and hand-drawn Metroidvania with an enormous size for players with a lot of patience and a high frustration tolerance.
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