Hollow Knight

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9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 2078 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 125 out of 2078
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  1. donmopa
    Apr 26, 2020
    10
    A Metroidvania type of game. This game is a must, no matter the platform. This game slowly immerses the player character's evolution into a very complex game. Music is great, graphics are pretty and the thematic is creative. Again, a must-have game.
  2. SuperInkLink64
    Dec 2, 2018
    10
    This game is...incredible. Whether you are a fan of the Metroidvania genre or not, this game is a must have. The story is deep and brilliant, the art style is gorgeous, the characters are all easily memorable, the world is huge and packed with secrets, and the combat and bosses are all tuned to perfection. Plus, there have been 4 FREEEEE DLCs added to this already criminally underpricedThis game is...incredible. Whether you are a fan of the Metroidvania genre or not, this game is a must have. The story is deep and brilliant, the art style is gorgeous, the characters are all easily memorable, the world is huge and packed with secrets, and the combat and bosses are all tuned to perfection. Plus, there have been 4 FREEEEE DLCs added to this already criminally underpriced game. Plus, it provides a variety of challenges for any skill of player. When you get good at this game, you KNOW it. The cherry on the top of this ten layered cake is the amount of stuff packed intp Hollow Knight. I have spent over 50+ hours in this $15 game already, and I am not even close to done. If you have a Switch, PC, or any console, this game should be top priority to get.… Expand
  3. Salvale
    Nov 25, 2018
    10
    After reaching 112% and beating the game several times, I can definitively say that this is the best game I've ever played. It's easy enough to be turned off by the relatively slow beginning, but by the time you get to the City of Tears, the world opens up and keeps doing so at a consistently impressive pace until the very end. Don't mistake this for a simple case of quantity over quality,After reaching 112% and beating the game several times, I can definitively say that this is the best game I've ever played. It's easy enough to be turned off by the relatively slow beginning, but by the time you get to the City of Tears, the world opens up and keeps doing so at a consistently impressive pace until the very end. Don't mistake this for a simple case of quantity over quality, every area has new enemies, bosses, and mechanics to learn. This game will go on for far longer than you expect and will remain consistently amazing the whole time.… Expand
  4. Alone_Bird
    Dec 2, 2018
    10
    A game which includes difficulty, beautiful graphics, great soundtrack, good characters, a brilliant story and amazing gameplay deserves a 10/10... And this game is no exception, Hollow Knight is one of the best games I’ve played this year. Not only does it have all the things I listed above, but it also has loving developers that actually show that they care about the game by alsoA game which includes difficulty, beautiful graphics, great soundtrack, good characters, a brilliant story and amazing gameplay deserves a 10/10... And this game is no exception, Hollow Knight is one of the best games I’ve played this year. Not only does it have all the things I listed above, but it also has loving developers that actually show that they care about the game by also releasing three DLCs...
    I don’t understand why there are a few people hating on the game, but I think it’s a great Metroidvania ,which needs more praise. Hope to see more games like this, because these are games which we need more of....    … Expand
  5. Nihlm
    Dec 5, 2018
    10
    This game is by far my favorite game of all time, however it is important to keep in mind my favorite game and the game I had the most fun with are not the same, because the first takes in much more. It has a deep but vague story with character development tied in with even just where the character is. Hornet, a servant to one of the three dreamers, meets you at the beginning and tries toThis game is by far my favorite game of all time, however it is important to keep in mind my favorite game and the game I had the most fun with are not the same, because the first takes in much more. It has a deep but vague story with character development tied in with even just where the character is. Hornet, a servant to one of the three dreamers, meets you at the beginning and tries to prevent you from proceeding, but you prove your strength to her and she leaves as you finally get the dash ability, which is used in every area after that very often both for platforming and dodging attacks from the much faster enemies after that fight, which takes place in the second area of the game. Many people would complain about holding off abilities, but it's a key part of a metroidivania, as well as a good way to keep a steady learning curve. Which takes me to the difficulty. This game is not the dark souls of metroidivanias, but in fact if you played this game with all the bosses and areas the game is significantly harder than any dark souls game. The game may go up in difficulty fast, but it is always steady and gives you a good idea of the mechanics throughout the area up to the challenges, which require everything you've gotten. The map system of this game is often complained about a lot, but if anything it's better for an adventure game. I liked having to find the layout of my room to determine where I was in relation to benches and other things, it made me explore each room all the way many times. It also compliments the fact that each area has a few secrets you can only get to later, which you'll have to remember for later, which is neat. Great game overall.… Expand
  6. PicsL8ed
    Dec 16, 2018
    10
    Hollow Knight is the game I've been waiting for since finishing Super Metroid and SotN 20 years ago. It is the true successor to both Metroid and Castlevania; the game I always wanted but the game that neither franchise will ever give me again. That being said, know what it is you are getting.

    I vividly remember playing Super Metroid for the first time. I remember those dark, unfamiliar    Hollow Knight is the game I've been waiting for since finishing Super Metroid and SotN 20 years ago. It is the true successor to both Metroid and Castlevania; the game I always wanted but the game that neither franchise will ever give me again. That being said, know what it is you are getting.

    I vividly remember playing Super Metroid for the first time. I remember those dark, unfamiliar corridors around every corner, finding horrifying creatures I was unequipped to initially handle, getting lost while searching for important items everywhere. It was both an adventure and a giant puzzle; that was the appeal. If you enjoy Metroid but like more modern/guided experiences like Prime, this may not be for you. Needless to say, if you don't enjoy Metroidvanias in general, definitely shy away from this.
    However for those who truly want a 'let's get lost in a deep cave and fight horrifying, difficult monsters' experience, this is the game for you! Speaking of which, I love how difficult the fights get, it's very refreshing and exhilarating to walk towards an open area, see a large, detailed, menacing figure and actually feel tension and hesitation. That's a RARE feeling in video games today. So many devs pull punches to not alienate modern audiences. This game doesn't. If you want to win, particularly later in the game, you have to fight for that victory and earn it. The music, while not super catchy like in Super or SotN, is very well done and fitting for each area. The graphics, while simple, are gorgeous, especially in some areas. Hollow Knight uses actual 2D animation, which is both appropriate for this genre and beautiful; truly a lost art in this age where so many other games settle for 2.5D.

    I gave it a 10, but I have some complaints, all incredibly minor and each only deserving of -0.2 or so off the score, so a 10 feels a little disingenuous, but it's definitely higher than a 9! It feels like a solid 9.5, but the scoring system here doesn't allow for that.

    I will reiterate again, I love how punishing this game is.. in combat. The flow of exploration however is a bit hit or miss, and sometimes punishing in a way I don't like. Don't misunderstand me, it's very serviceable still, but you can royally screw yourself in some situations simply by going left instead of right. Example, I went through the entire Hive area and encountered the boss at the end before realizing there was a single save bench at the start of this new place. If I had just gone left instead of right when I entered, I would have been good. There was nothing in the 'flow' of the level design that made me want to go that direction though. Save locations are pretty important in a game that isn't shy about killing unprepared players. Many of the first saves are marked on signs to help you, cool, however I think most players would have liked a few subtle hints for later ones as well, especially in areas that immediately start with 4+ different routes off the bat.

    The music is also almost 100% ambiance, which is ok and fitting for this game, sure. I would have still liked more than just a handful of catchy tunes though, even if that's just a preference thing. I still can't help but compare this game to Super Metroid and SotN (mostly because it's so well made) but that also makes me feel like something is missing when it comes to BGM. Again, this is a preferential nitpick. The music in it is still good, moody and invokes feelings of wonder and desolation, so it does its job at least!    … Expand
  7. ze-
    Dec 8, 2018
    10
    I will have to start this review by saying, you must play this, currently on my main save file i am 80 hours in with 111% out of 112% i have seen almost everything from the first three free expansions and (at this time) a character dlc is coming out, the game is filled with action and amazing challenge, I've only just beat the path of pain and there are still harder things to do! This gameI will have to start this review by saying, you must play this, currently on my main save file i am 80 hours in with 111% out of 112% i have seen almost everything from the first three free expansions and (at this time) a character dlc is coming out, the game is filled with action and amazing challenge, I've only just beat the path of pain and there are still harder things to do! This game is my favorite game of the year and i would say its my favorite game of all time so far, i would recommend this to anyone who likes a great challenge, confusing but fun to find lore, a fill of secrets, and a load of bugs ... no not like that, most of the characters are bugs, this game is a must play in my opinion, if you want the full lore experience i recommend mossbag on youtube… Expand
  8. mocochang
    Sep 6, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. It's simply hard to come to terms with the fact that this game was created by an indie team of 3 people. From the stunning art design and phenomenal sound track, to the tight and excellent controls and mechanics, to the sheer amount of content available (this game is massive), this game is beyond impressive in it's own right, but when you combine it with howThis game is a masterpiece. It's simply hard to come to terms with the fact that this game was created by an indie team of 3 people. From the stunning art design and phenomenal sound track, to the tight and excellent controls and mechanics, to the sheer amount of content available (this game is massive), this game is beyond impressive in it's own right, but when you combine it with how small the team who created it is, it's just mind blowing. Every since I first played it I keep finding myself going back to this game and replaying it. It has easily become one of my absolute favorite games.… Expand
  9. claykennedy
    Jan 3, 2021
    10
    The game is hard as **** which I kinda like even though I can’t beat the final boss, the gameplay is good, bosses are good. Map design is good. It’s a crime to not play this game. *sigh* bahfanada.
  10. retrorasp
    Jan 8, 2019
    10
    Backstory (feel free to skip this part):

    I'm a 35 year-old professional who has a family, mortgage, and a business to maintain. I don't have time to play video games, and hardly ever touch my PS4 which I've owned for years now. I bought a Switch on a whim with some long-forgotten gift card money I had, and was looking for cheap titles to pick-up to occasionally kill time. Hollow    Backstory (feel free to skip this part):

    I'm a 35 year-old professional who has a family, mortgage, and a business to maintain. I don't have time to play video games, and hardly ever touch my PS4 which I've owned for years now. I bought a Switch on a whim with some long-forgotten gift card money I had, and was looking for cheap titles to pick-up to occasionally kill time.

    Hollow Knight caught my eye on MetaCritic's "best games of all-time for the Switch" list. This intrigued me enough to look it up on Nintendo's eShop on my Switch. As it turns out, Hollow Knight happened to be on sale for $9.99 at the time, to which I thought "Eh...what the hell. Let's give it a shot. It is only $10".

    Fast forward to today:

    I am currently 45 hours into this game, and simply cannot get enough of it. In fact, I still have a long way to go because I have every intention of fully completing this game 100%+. Everything about this game is a pure masterpiece, including:

    *The hand-drawn characters and level designs that are ridiculously detailed, along with the humorous
    dialogue between you and other characters you encounter on your journey.

    *The tight controls that make the navigation of this underworld so enjoyable. Heck, they even make.
    the most challenging of boss battles feel like a fair fight, because you always feel like you are in
    control.

    *The soundtrack/score fits the melancholic aesthetic of the underworld that you fight and explore
    your way through, as well as the sound design of enemies, weapons, and abilities draw you in even
    further.

    I noticed that there are some complaints about the difficulty level of some of the bosses. There are, indeed, difficult foes that will require some time and dedication. There has been a few times where I've fought a boss over-and-over for 1.5 to 2 hours straight, but I always seem to find a combat technique or charm that I was not initially utilizing in order to defeat these foes. Sometimes, you have to continue to explore and find better charms, abilities, and upgrades in order to defeat adversaries you are struggling with. Isn't that just a typical part of this genre?

    In a nutshell: Hollow Knight is the best "Metroidvania-style" game that i have ever played (and I've played ALL the classics). I can't believe I only paid $10 (on sale) for this kind of quality and entertainment. Better yet, I can't believe a team of THREE people were able to come up with this much game, with this much detail, for so little money.

    Just do yourself and by this modern-day classic. I promise you've spent way more money on so so so much less.    … Expand
  11. mmkonst
    Jan 11, 2019
    10
    one of the best games I've ever played : good gameplay, good music, good graphics, epic boss fights, more than 40 hours and only 15 dollars
  12. Harmony22
    Jan 20, 2019
    10
    one of the best games I've ever played : good gameplay, good music, good graphics, epic boss fights, more than 40 hours
  13. JakeFlop
    Apr 16, 2019
    10
    I’ve always been god awful at video games. My favorite game of all time in Tetris and put me in a COD match and I’d die instantly. Taking on such a challenging game like Hollow knight Probably isn’t the greatest idea is what I thought initially but for $15 I’d give it a shot. This game is amazing, the difficulty curve is perfect and the bosses and platforming improves with me. This gameI’ve always been god awful at video games. My favorite game of all time in Tetris and put me in a COD match and I’d die instantly. Taking on such a challenging game like Hollow knight Probably isn’t the greatest idea is what I thought initially but for $15 I’d give it a shot. This game is amazing, the difficulty curve is perfect and the bosses and platforming improves with me. This game never feels unfair and every death I couldn’t blame on anything except for myself. Sure I spent hours on bosses that others beat easily, but this game taught me about learning patterns and everything comes much more natural now. People say it has a git gud mentality but that’s a good thing as you feel such a rush after every boss it’s the perfect challenge.

    The cartoony art is timeless and the art style will allow the game to be enjoyed even 20 years down the line. The sound is great and puts you in the hollow nest universe. Controls are easy to understand but not too dumbed down. Map big and pretty. Good game 10/10    … Expand
  14. Penetrator2
    Feb 20, 2019
    10
    Hollow knight is one of the best games of all time. If you like: exploring a rich world, satifying combat and plattforming, get this game.
  15. sarcode
    Feb 26, 2019
    10
    This game is, simply, an absolute delight to play. The art direction is stunning. The sound design and music are masterful. The story is well crafted, and the characters are likeable, interesting and human (despite the fact that they're bugs, of course). The gameplay and controls are very tight. Leaving aside the combat, it feels good just to control your character, gaining mobilityThis game is, simply, an absolute delight to play. The art direction is stunning. The sound design and music are masterful. The story is well crafted, and the characters are likeable, interesting and human (despite the fact that they're bugs, of course). The gameplay and controls are very tight. Leaving aside the combat, it feels good just to control your character, gaining mobility upgrades and skill as you learn to traverse the map fluidly, and I believe that is the mark of a truly excellent game.

    Hollow Knight is challenging, but never unfair. Combat and platforming are mixed in equal measures, and sometimes combined. It will genuinely test your skill and reflexes, but you will overcome every challenge and you'll feel accomplished doing it.

    I grew up with Super Metroid and count it among my favourite games of all time. Hollow Knight surpasses it without a doubt. Nice work, Team Cherry. This game is an instant classic.    … Expand
  16. Creeeamy
    Mar 2, 2019
    10
    Hollow knight is a masterpiece of gaming and a must play for anyone who has the time and patience. Brutal in nature and unforgiving hollow knight may turn away more casual crowds but it's deep and scattered lore and serene world leads the player on a satisfying journey of discovery that feels truly earned. Just as you think you're nearing the end the game unfolds more and more to revealHollow knight is a masterpiece of gaming and a must play for anyone who has the time and patience. Brutal in nature and unforgiving hollow knight may turn away more casual crowds but it's deep and scattered lore and serene world leads the player on a satisfying journey of discovery that feels truly earned. Just as you think you're nearing the end the game unfolds more and more to reveal its truly colossal scope.

    While merciless and unforgiving Hollow Knight rarely delves into "unfair" territory besides 1 or 2 bosses, everything is clearly telegraphed and results boil down to the players ability to react accordingly. People who deem this game too hard or unfair simply need to get some patience, and get good. Hollow knight will constantly push you as far as you can go and demand you go further, and with its fair and ruthless combat you'll find yourself getting there after a handful of tries.

    Hollow knight has no real low points, only highs. Each boss fight is accompanied by moments of quiet serenity where the visuals and atmosphere tell a story of their own, and each boss fight is a rhythmic and hypnotic masterpiece that leaves you searching out every fight you can find.

    The sheer volume of collectables and secrets will lead you searching every crack and crevice trying to find ways around any obstacles, the desire to push onward and find out more about the mysterious world of Hallownest, the Hollow Knight, The Pale King, every character you meet along the way and the silent protagonist the Knight is always there, forever pushing you to listen to every word, and soak in every moment. A masterpiece of gaming in an industry dominated by "open world AAA easy to follow RPG", hollow knight shows that even a 2D game with no structured narrative forcing you, with unforgiving, simple yet deep game play can outshine even the largest AAA game.

    A must play experience for everyone who enjoys video games and a good challenge    … Expand
  17. Aver_5
    Jun 3, 2019
    10
    Hollow Knight took me by surprise. I have never seen a game so artistically driven, yet refined in gameplay. The game is packed to the brim with lore and all considering it was made by three people.
  18. Epicgamerboi
    Apr 5, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is amazing. Everything has been expertly crafted, the story, art style, gameplay, and difficulty are all done in ways that i cannot even begin to talk about.
    As someone that grew up playing Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, i have a very personal connection with Metroidvanias, and, in my opinion, Hollow Knight is the only game that manages to surpass Symphony of the Night.

    The story is amazing, i love how it involves the player by making them interpret what happens, there over 100 pieces of optional dialog, created for those interested in a good story.
    The kingdom of Hallownest is massive and beautiful, from the bottoms of the Ancient Basin, the caves in Deepnest, the desolate Kingdom's Edge, and beauty of Greenpath, there are so many places to explore that it becomes a passion to run through the areas and admire the scenery.

    The difficulty is good, yet on the more punishing side. The game has constant difficulty spikes that you can't avoid, some bosses may be easy, while others are incredibly hard. Some hard bosses include the dream versions of older bosses, which are either the same boss from before but with a buff, or a completely new boss that you didn't know about. These ruin the pacing of the game, because dying to the boss means you have to go back and fight it and hope you don't die, making the act of traveling the kingdom to fight the boss very repetitive. (Spoilers) In Godhome, lies the pantheon of Hallownest, a boss rush that contains every single boss in the game. You need to fight and defeat the bosses, except if you die you have to do it all over again from the start, no save spots, checkpoints, nothing. There are some checkpoints, but they are very scarce and still makes you fight the bosses. If you die to a boss after the checkpoint, you have to fight all the bosses that came after said checkpoint to return to that boss. These include two bosses in the end that are completely different from the original ones, the Pure Vessel (harder version of the Hollow Knight) and the Absolute Radiance (harder version of the Radiance). These two are not the same bosses from before, and they are the hardest bosses in the game and if you die to them you have to the entire thing all over again. Aside from that, this game is still amazing and i still love it. While the difficulty is on the more random side of things, i still love this game for what its trying to do, and how it does it.    … Expand
  19. Light34
    Apr 11, 2019
    10
    Hollow knight is just a game with any flaws. No cons at all. Beautiful art stile and animations, crazyly well made combat system and music, amazing story narrated mostly by the lore, some of the better game design and gameplay ideas and execution i've ever seen, an enormous world full of secrets ready to be explored, unbelievable replayability, thanks to the crazy number of secrets and toHollow knight is just a game with any flaws. No cons at all. Beautiful art stile and animations, crazyly well made combat system and music, amazing story narrated mostly by the lore, some of the better game design and gameplay ideas and execution i've ever seen, an enormous world full of secrets ready to be explored, unbelievable replayability, thanks to the crazy number of secrets and to the lore peaces coming together in every single run. 4 free dlcs full of content that at least doubles the amount of hours of gameplay of a run. This game is an ABSOLUTE masterpiece, it's like something coming from the heavens with all is RADIANCE.
    It's only 15 bucks and you'll feel guilty to have paid so little for this game, in any case for this game... NO COST TOO GREAT    … Expand
  20. giannis2001
    Jul 16, 2021
    10
    Best 2D platformer, best indie and one of the best games on Switch. I have no words about how polished this game is.

    It's world is astounding, the gameplay is incredibly smooth and well designed, the characters are great and the visuals are excellent. Also, the lore is incredibly rich. This game also offers a great challenge with trial and error bosses. A must-play game for sure.
  21. WhizzleWhip
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    A Master Class in how games of this genre should be made! One of if not the best "metroidvania" style games ever created. And I've been playing video games consistently since the NES
  22. whowe
    May 15, 2019
    10
    Man, this game sucks 99.99% of the time. But the moment you beat the true boss... So much pain and frustration and yet incredibly satisfying.
  23. HuyChu
    Jun 20, 2019
    10
    This is the first time I have a chance to play the metroidvania style game, and I thought with the real Metroid have not shown up yet,, maybe I should spend some time with this one. just to see is it really good as people said it is, and holly scrap. I exceed all my expectation, the game is so beautiful, the atmosphere, the game play the puzzle is all there, is all fun but tough as hell. IThis is the first time I have a chance to play the metroidvania style game, and I thought with the real Metroid have not shown up yet,, maybe I should spend some time with this one. just to see is it really good as people said it is, and holly scrap. I exceed all my expectation, the game is so beautiful, the atmosphere, the game play the puzzle is all there, is all fun but tough as hell. I am currently 20 hours into there game, and I really think I bearly scratch it 's surface, I did not expect the game with 15$ pricetag would be this big. Just applause.… Expand
  24. lslsl
    May 23, 2019
    10
    This game is awesome, it only costs 15$ and it has a lot of content to offer, it have 22 different bosses and more than 100 enemies, the difficulty great for someone who likes challenging games, the platformer system is gonna kick your ass and it have 4 free DLCs offering new enemies and bosses.

    I honestly don't know why would someone hate this great game.
  25. Zstorm666
    Jun 13, 2019
    10
    Actually one of the best games I've ever played. It's fun, hard, enemies and characters are really cool. I like how the game puts you in a world that you don't know anything of, and you just have to find the story by yourself, by talking to npcs. Free DLC's add a lot to the game, they're really not useless at all. If you like metroidvania games, I can only tell you : "GO, try it as fast asActually one of the best games I've ever played. It's fun, hard, enemies and characters are really cool. I like how the game puts you in a world that you don't know anything of, and you just have to find the story by yourself, by talking to npcs. Free DLC's add a lot to the game, they're really not useless at all. If you like metroidvania games, I can only tell you : "GO, try it as fast as you can". The game is really cheap for all you have to do in it - it's around 15$ and I spend around 60 hours for my first 100% run, and there is still things to do, like completing all the success or beating all the pantheons. There is also a hardcore mode called steel soul mode where you only have one life if you find the game too easy ;)
    Hope you'll enjoy as I did.    … Expand
  26. zach011
    Jun 24, 2019
    10
    Hollow Knight is one of my favorite games of all time. I got this game the day it came out and didn't know about all the great reception it had. I started playing, but i didn't instantly fall in love. I went to the first area of the game, defeated the boss, and didn't know where to go next. This is where a lot of people stop playing which is really sad, because they never get to know whatHollow Knight is one of my favorite games of all time. I got this game the day it came out and didn't know about all the great reception it had. I started playing, but i didn't instantly fall in love. I went to the first area of the game, defeated the boss, and didn't know where to go next. This is where a lot of people stop playing which is really sad, because they never get to know what a great game this is. I put down the game for six months, until a friend told me to play it. I started playing again found the next area, and fell in love with it. I couldn't stop playing for days. There are so many areas and so many items and things to do. The controls are smooth and it just feels good to play. At first, it may seem like there is no story, but as you explore, you find out what happened. The game is hard, but once you beat the bosses and learn there moves, they become easier. So even if you got stuck on a boss, which I did many times, if you keep going you can get through it, and the feeling of beating them is amazing. The game has a mode where if you die, you can't respawn. I think this was a great decision to add because after playing it once, you have already learned the game and the bosses move sets. This mode continues the challenge you may have had on your first time playing. This game starts out calm and slow, but by the end you will have learned and gotten better, doing things you may have never thought that you could do. This game is amazing, I have put over 120 hours into it, and I'm not even close to completing everything in it(over multiple times playing). I think everyone can enjoy this game, and I hope you play it.… Expand
  27. Tenebrious
    Jun 24, 2019
    10
    el mejor metroidvania que eh jugado solo no es apto paraa novatos tiene buena animacion trama oscura a lo darksouls ojala le bajen un poco esta bien dificil :/
  28. carlslist
    Jul 3, 2019
    10
    One of my all time favorite games. Hollow Knight is a mysterious metroidvania masterpiece that nails atmosphere, combat, story, and overall gameplay. The cryptic Dark Souls like storytelling mixed with gothic Hayao Miyazaki art style rewards you for exploring every inch of the huge map. This is a game that will stick with you long after you've completed its 40+ hour ride.
  29. Makolvalenzuela
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    lo recomiendo sea que te gusten los metroidvania o no, es un juego que debes jugar aunque sea una vez en tu vida, esperando con ansias el segundo
  30. GoodGamesGamer
    Jan 2, 2020
    10
    This game is easily one of the better games the Switch has to offer. It is a huge, fairly open Metroidvania with something around the corner, no matter that be one of the many quirky characters, or a big, powerful boss. This game has much more than that cheap price point may tell you. This isn't just a must have. It's much more than that.
  31. Gizmatronix
    Jul 11, 2019
    10
    There is so much to do and it is one of the best games I ever played! De ambient and the bugs are perfect for this awesome game!
  32. SlimeGuy9871
    Jul 11, 2019
    10
    Ce jeux est génial, de qualité, l’ambiance, les décors, les combats de boss sont mémorables, sont super, ce jeux nous plonge dans un monde rempli de mystères, je recommande beaucoup ce jeux
  33. Arubatorion
    Jul 31, 2019
    10
    With its dark but cute universe and art-style, this game is a must for hardcore gamers and souls-like lovers. It was a huge success when it first released in PC, but I just love indie games like these in portable platforms and wanted to experience it on Nintendo Switch. I realized I've made the best choice after literally 3 hours later I played the game. Insanely fun, addictive andWith its dark but cute universe and art-style, this game is a must for hardcore gamers and souls-like lovers. It was a huge success when it first released in PC, but I just love indie games like these in portable platforms and wanted to experience it on Nintendo Switch. I realized I've made the best choice after literally 3 hours later I played the game. Insanely fun, addictive and charming. I think every Switch owner needs to give it a shot. Even if you don't own a Switch, on the other hardwares, this game is a "have to play"!… Expand
  34. Arrayxrd
    Aug 27, 2020
    10
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  35. YanChugunov
    Aug 21, 2019
    10
    Best Game , in this game, interestno explore the world and there are many memorable characters. Im from Russian
  36. vs17
    Aug 28, 2019
    10
    Amazing game with pretty scenarios. Exquisite gameplay that engages in non-stop play.
  37. PedroK
    Oct 29, 2021
    10
    One of the best MEtroidvanias and indie games by far.
    The game expand all the concepts of the genre, creating an evolution for it.

    Plus, it have a great art.
    So, it's a must-play.
  38. Megax60
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    easily one of the best indie games i have played, it has a LOT of content, i mean a looot
  39. Metalmike87
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    There is nothing wrong with this game. Little difficult at times but i would call that just challenging. Super fun game that i absolutely loved experiencing. This game will hold a place in my heart forever. I love the soundtrack!!!!
  40. Carlinhos_86
    Nov 20, 2019
    10
    Hollow Knight is a modern masterpiece! It has the whole package: great art design, nice music, an isolated atmosphere with great ambience, interesting characters and totally ACE gameplay that offers an actual and very enjoyable challenge. Plus, it runs buttery smooth on the Switch. Team Cherry nailed the Metroidvania genre on their first try! This game is a steal for it's price.
  41. Serginius
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    Expectacular juego, muy largo, sorprendente!!! Es quizas el mejor juego tipo metroidvania de la consola. Es una compra que debe hacerse si o si, pues es un indispensable de la consola.
  42. Swooping-Evil
    Sep 24, 2019
    10
    One of the most amazing games I've ever played. The world is incredibly detailed and beautyful. The platforming is not too hard but has some challenging moments. The bossfights are difficult but seem rarely unfair. Your enemies will stick to a pattern to which you can adapt and do not seem like random projectile spam. The movement is incredibly sophisticated and feels good to master. TheOne of the most amazing games I've ever played. The world is incredibly detailed and beautyful. The platforming is not too hard but has some challenging moments. The bossfights are difficult but seem rarely unfair. Your enemies will stick to a pattern to which you can adapt and do not seem like random projectile spam. The movement is incredibly sophisticated and feels good to master. The story is subtle yet powerful. The music always perfectly suits the place you are in and creates an incredible ambiance. Eventhough I would say this game is difficult it is completely manageable and fun. I really hope you pick this one up and experience this game for yourself.… Expand
  43. tom974
    Jan 13, 2020
    10
    Game of the year for me. A must play for any fan of the metroidvania genre, stunning 2D graphics and beautiful musics. Be warned the game is tough too.
  44. yakcm
    Oct 1, 2019
    10
    I've never really been one for 2-D platformers, and for a while this game completely escaped my attention, but once I decided to actually play it, I was hooked. the art is all hand drawn, the music is amazing, the characters and even the enemies are incredibly unique, and don't even get me started on the plot. honestly, I wish I could talk about everything I loved about this game, but ofI've never really been one for 2-D platformers, and for a while this game completely escaped my attention, but once I decided to actually play it, I was hooked. the art is all hand drawn, the music is amazing, the characters and even the enemies are incredibly unique, and don't even get me started on the plot. honestly, I wish I could talk about everything I loved about this game, but of course there are downsides. when it comes to bosses, the game is brutal and unforgiving, it's usually not much of an inconvenience to stay patient and learn their patterns, but the satisfaction of beating a really hard enemy is well worth the trial and error. and it can be confusing as to where to go at times, however, the beauty of the game is in exploring all the nooks and crannies, and piecing together the story for yourself.

    There is so much more to talk about with this game, and I would love If I could talk for hours, but the only way to truly appreciate this game is to play it yourself. If you don't like it, that's fine, but I highly urge everyone to play this game, or at least look it up.    … Expand
  45. Casual_gamer10
    Nov 15, 2020
    10
    What can I say that already hasn't been said?

    A game that I randomly found that I thought would be worth a few hours turned into a pice of art that I poured over 100 hours in (which is a whole lot for an indie game.) Everything about this game is pretty much perfect: the exploration, the game mechanics and gameplay, the enemies and bosses, the animation, the artstyle, the environmental    What can I say that already hasn't been said?

    A game that I randomly found that I thought would be worth a few hours turned into a pice of art that I poured over 100 hours in (which is a whole lot for an indie game.) Everything about this game is pretty much perfect: the exploration, the game mechanics and gameplay, the enemies and bosses, the animation, the artstyle, the environmental storytelling, the deep interpretive lore, and everything in between.

    This game is the marriage of the fantastic, explorative gameplay of Super Metroid and the atmospheric storytelling of Dark Souls, and I love it to death. Christopher Larkin's orchestral score is a masterwork: not only haunting but beautiful, intense, and emotional.

    one of the few problems I have with the game is some of the late-game Godmaster content. **** Pantheon Markoth. The Pantheon of Hallownest would be fine if these dream bosses weren't made arbitrarily difficult by their arena changes, as well as no reliable way to practice in said arenas.

    In all, this is easily my favorite games of all time, and if you haven't picked it up yet, I highly recommend you do. It's on pretty much every platform and it's about 15 dollars, sometimes even less (it's free on Playstation for November!) If you don't pick it up, you're missing out on one of the greatest indie games (or video games in general) of all time, and I cannot wait to see what they do with the sequel.    … Expand
  46. hello_it_is_me
    Oct 4, 2019
    10
    even if the gameplay, story, and graphics were all terrible I would still recommend this game just based on the sheer amount content in it. On my main save file, i have 120 hours and i still have to beat nightmare king grimm, godmaster, and the colosseum of fools. And on top of the base game which was already ridiculously long team cherry made 4 more dlc packs for free. And the one dlceven if the gameplay, story, and graphics were all terrible I would still recommend this game just based on the sheer amount content in it. On my main save file, i have 120 hours and i still have to beat nightmare king grimm, godmaster, and the colosseum of fools. And on top of the base game which was already ridiculously long team cherry made 4 more dlc packs for free. And the one dlc that was going to be paid, they ended up having too many ideas for it and just ended up making a whole new game. And in case you were wondering the gameplay, story, graphics are not terrible there absolutely phenomenal. Like a lot of games excel at one thing and suck at everything else, for example, red dead 2 has amazing graphics, story, and music, but the shooting is super simplistic. But hollow knight isnt like this its sorta just good at everything. also this game is like 15 bucks. so in conclusion, this game is a pretty good i guess.… Expand
  47. JDaan
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Es un juego simplemente maravilloso, mecánicas precisas e intuitivas, un excelente diseño de mapeado, un mundo bien construido, además de que su arte es magnífico.
  48. KingBobby
    Nov 6, 2019
    10
    This is one of the best games I have ever played! The bosses are all amazing, and some of them are pretty hard. The game is so creative and fun, the gameplay and controls are near perfect, and the soundtrack is astoundingly good. (almost as good as Super Mario Galaxy). If you have a PC, Switch, or PS4, this is a must buy.
  49. Jarr0Jam
    Nov 6, 2019
    10
    I'm not usually one to brag about how many hours I've played a game, because I feel like you shouldn't have to put in tens of hundreds of hours into a game to give your opinion on it. I will make an exception for this game as I have put in 60+ hours into it. I never put that amount of hours into a single-player game, and the only games that come close to this number of hours are Mario KartI'm not usually one to brag about how many hours I've played a game, because I feel like you shouldn't have to put in tens of hundreds of hours into a game to give your opinion on it. I will make an exception for this game as I have put in 60+ hours into it. I never put that amount of hours into a single-player game, and the only games that come close to this number of hours are Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Smash Ultimate, most of which have been played in multi-player against friends. This is a testament to how much is in this beautiful masterpiece. Each area is so intricately interconnected to the areas surrounding it. Each area has their own architecture and color palette that distinguishes where you are on the map. Controls were buttery smooth for me, and I've managed to beat most of the bosses without any problems that weren't my own fault. Each enemy was fun to fight, and completing the colosseum of fools challenges, where you have to fight most of the enemies you have already fought in a more perilous situation, were difficult yet fun to beat. I don't really have any complaints for this game. It's just that good. Buy it no matter what, especially because its only $15 USD for a 40+ hour game!… Expand
  50. Bagala
    Nov 11, 2019
    10
    I really wanted to like the game but had no problems with the game with beutiful feeling in most areas like the feeling of a colapsed society I would ramble on but I'm lazy.
  51. InsaneSeishiro
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    If you even have a passing interest in the metroidvania-genre, this is a must buy.

    Graphics, music and gameplay are all excellent. The world is very unique, story and lore are both fascinating and the characters you meet are interesting. The best thing about the game though, is just how tight the controls are, whenever I died to a platforming section or a boss, it is never because    If you even have a passing interest in the metroidvania-genre, this is a must buy.

    Graphics, music and gameplay are all excellent.
    The world is very unique, story and lore are both fascinating and the characters you meet are interesting.

    The best thing about the game though, is just how tight the controls are, whenever I died to a platforming section or a boss, it is never because the game didn't telegraph what was about to happen. In terms, beating the challanges laid out before you, gives you a real feel of having overcome it with your own skill.

    It even got length to boot, clocking in around 25-30 hours for a casual playthrough, while beeing non-repetative and never lacking in quality, which is just insane for a game that cheap!    … Expand
  52. Leix1712
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Es perfecto. El estilo artistico es perfecto la banda sonora es perfecta la dificultad perfecta todo es perfecto y esta por 15€.
  53. Alexalaparrilla
    Nov 27, 2019
    10
    10/10 metroidmania game love the art love the gameplay love the story love the game
  54. Mazokie
    Sep 27, 2020
    10
    If you love video games, one of the best games ever is this one. Everything in this game is awesome, graphics, music, difficulty, duration.

    It’s an absolute challenge but it deserves it, don’t think about it, play Hollow Knight as soon as possible.
  55. shoryukennl
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Don't even like this kind of games but man what a good game. Beautifull design, atmosphere, music and gameplay. Difficult in a good rewarding way. Absolute gem and for the low price a must buy for gamers who like a challenge. One of the best games I ever played and I played a LOT since commodore64 times. To the developers thank you.
  56. GrinGames
    Nov 21, 2019
    10
    This is, by far, my favorite game of all time! A wonderful adventure with an amazing world, combat, art, music, and story. The navigation and difficulty is what people usually complain about, but I find them to be the best parts. The game lets you get lost on a fantasy epic all your own. Can't wait for Silksong!
  57. casualdoggo
    Nov 22, 2019
    10
    This game is amazing. When I first played the game I thought it was hard and boring so I stopped playing. Months later I played a few hours and got sucked in. Great combat, platforming, stunning score and soundtracks and really interesting story and characters. The beginning might be a bit overwhelming if you are new to the genre. You can really feel the passion the creators have for theThis game is amazing. When I first played the game I thought it was hard and boring so I stopped playing. Months later I played a few hours and got sucked in. Great combat, platforming, stunning score and soundtracks and really interesting story and characters. The beginning might be a bit overwhelming if you are new to the genre. You can really feel the passion the creators have for the game when you play it.… Expand
  58. J4v1
    Dec 17, 2019
    10
    Very good game, the difficulty of the bosses is so great the animation is so fluid totally would reccomend
  59. Pugtato22
    Jan 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In my opinion this game was amazing in every aspect. The different environments are amazing. The fact that you can be in the fungal wastes which is covered in spores and then 2 seconds later drop down to the city of tears this huge raining city just amazes me. All the bosses were hard (some extremely hard) but felt fair at the same time. They give signals whether it be with sound or an animation that always got you learning their move patterns and trying to figure out when to dodge. I’m reading reviews that are saying they die a lot on the boss fights which is true. 99% of the time you are not going to beat the boss in 1 try. Which in my opinion is good. If you beat the boss in one try is that even enjoyable? I love all the bosses in the game because each one feels different then the others with a unique set of moves to memorize. The overall aesthetic of the game is beautiful too. I also hear complaints of not knowing what to do next which I feel adds on to the charm of the game. It allows you to explore the whole map on your own without shoving in your face where to go and what to do. Sometimes you’ll find yourself not even trying to beat a certain boss but just walking around the map trying to find places you haven’t explored yet. It is a hard game I’ll give it that but throughout playing you start to understand the mechanics of the game and will even be enjoyable for the casual gamer. Oh and by the way it’s $15.… Expand
  60. wetbee
    Jan 3, 2020
    10
    I made this account literally just to write a review for this game. I can't sing it enough praise.
    While it starts off slow, not even giving you a goal or an idea of what you are and what you're meant to be doing, once you get past that, it stuns me. Even the beginning amazes me, though it may push some people away. Speaking of pushing people away, the difficulty isn't for everyone. It    I made this account literally just to write a review for this game. I can't sing it enough praise.
    While it starts off slow, not even giving you a goal or an idea of what you are and what you're meant to be doing, once you get past that, it stuns me. Even the beginning amazes me, though it may push some people away. Speaking of pushing people away, the difficulty isn't for everyone. It definitely gets super hard, but once you get a boss down, they're fairly easy. I have ~340 hours in this game and I want more. I've bought this game 5 times and I want to buy it more. The developers, Team Cherry, deserve all of my money. I am absolutely ecstatic for the sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and I can't wait to buy that game 5 times as well.    … Expand
  61. Aame
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    I've played this for over 50 hours and still haven't beat it yet I love the art style music and gameplay all of them are a 10/10 so I'll give this game a 10/10
  62. ajZaradich
    Jan 13, 2020
    10
    One word: Wow!

    Hollow Knight has been one of the best gaming experiences I've had in the last 20 years, and I will no doubt play this game for many more years to come. Most of the negative reviews seem to be placed on the difficulty, level design, graphics, or some combination thereof. One of the best things about this game is the story, and I'll try and complete this review with little    One word: Wow!

    Hollow Knight has been one of the best gaming experiences I've had in the last 20 years, and I will no doubt play this game for many more years to come. Most of the negative reviews seem to be placed on the difficulty, level design, graphics, or some combination thereof. One of the best things about this game is the story, and I'll try and complete this review with little to no spoilers. There's so much to discover, even outside of the story, and it's way better to figure this game out on your own in its entirety rather than relying on help guides.

    Difficulty - The bosses in this game range from relatively easy to brutally difficult. Depending on the paths you choose to complete the game, you can also have a harder time than others might have had. The level design of the game does a great job of pushing you towards the "default" path so nothing should really feel unfair. Chances are if you are struggling with a boss, you could have missed something that would have made that fight a lot easier. It's totally cool to take a break by looking around and seeing if you missed anything, or maybe a break was just what you needed in order to collect your thoughts and try again? A couple of commenters mentioned lacking abilities for a game of this type and I could tell they did not play the game in its entirety as they no doubt would have known about things they most likely "missed". Slow down. Take your time and enjoy yourself.

    Level Design - As stated above, the level design will seem to "push" you towards where you need to go. That doesn't mean you won't be exploring, but there are certainly ways to go off the beaten path and beat the game in an entirely different order. Just keep in mind that straying off the path can take somewhat difficult fights and make them an altogether more brutal challenge. The placement of the different "biomes" throughout this little world is very finely tuned, as well are the objects and enemies within them.

    Graphics - This isn't the most graphically intensive game around and I'm not really sure what people are expecting. I have this game on the switch and xbox one, and both versions are beautiful.

    Overall, this isn't a game you can necessarily sleep your way through and beat. There will be trial and error, but nothing is so punishing that it feels unfair. Enjoy the ride because it's nothing short of spectacular if you really give it a try for what it is.    … Expand
  63. AstralOdyssey
    Jan 16, 2020
    10
    Easily one of the best games I've had the pleasure of playing. Team Cherry does an absolutely phenomenal job of creating a fun, immersive and overall incredibly satisfying experience. The atmosphere is top notch for a 2D platformer, companied by the beautiful soundtrack with almost every piece of music being memorable. Bosses are incredibly fun and very few are actually frustrating. ThisEasily one of the best games I've had the pleasure of playing. Team Cherry does an absolutely phenomenal job of creating a fun, immersive and overall incredibly satisfying experience. The atmosphere is top notch for a 2D platformer, companied by the beautiful soundtrack with almost every piece of music being memorable. Bosses are incredibly fun and very few are actually frustrating. This game rewards skill just about as much as a souls game would and it feels incredible to overcome the challenges that Hallownest throws at you.
    Play it for yourself and see, easy 10/10 experience. Cannot wait for Silksong!    … Expand
  64. FastrMastr
    Mar 14, 2020
    10
    Hollow Knight is the best game I have played so far. It´s an indie metroidvania about a Bug known as "The Knight" who has to do stuff. I´m not going say more about the plot, because it´s all spoiler worthy. The controls are fluid and responsive. The Knight has a nail (basically a sword) that slash forward, upward and downward (but only in midair) and it´s incredibly fun to fight enemiesHollow Knight is the best game I have played so far. It´s an indie metroidvania about a Bug known as "The Knight" who has to do stuff. I´m not going say more about the plot, because it´s all spoiler worthy. The controls are fluid and responsive. The Knight has a nail (basically a sword) that slash forward, upward and downward (but only in midair) and it´s incredibly fun to fight enemies like this. The Knight can also use attacks that take a bit soul (basically just mana) an do more damage than regular attacks. The Knight can also heal himself by "focusing" which also takes a bit of soul. You regain soul by attacking enemies with the nail, which creates a risk-reward combat system which is really fun to engage in. The level design is fantastic as well. The world is massive and there´s lots to do and explore. The game also looks very great, particularly the sprite of the Knight looks great and is well animated. The soundtrack also is great. It´s very atmospheric with catchy tunes being reserved for the boss-fights. The boss-fights are one of the highlights of Hollow Knight. The patterns of the bosses are fun to avoid and they really are a test of your skill. All in all, Hollow Knight is a phenomenal experience that I think that you should try. It´s biggest flaw is that it´s only 15 bucks digitally. I would recommend that you give Hollow Knight at least a try.… Expand
  65. Dan113
    Jan 26, 2020
    10
    Très bon jeux, dlc gratuit qui rajoute du bon contenu la difficulté est bien dosé et si vous trouver le jeu trop simple jouer en mode âme d'acier
  66. blablof
    Jun 12, 2021
    10
    Ok, is a 10, what else can I say? Everything is almost perfect in this game, one of my favourites ever.
  67. paulito8000
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Hollow Knight is one of the best games I have ever played. It's a dark souls/metroidvania love chld, but it isn't just "another souls-like" or "another metroidvania", no, it surpasses all those labels and becomes it own unique thing.
    The game has incredibly nice flowing combat, the level and map design is astounding, the overall boss quality is among the highest of the decade, the art is    Hollow Knight is one of the best games I have ever played. It's a dark souls/metroidvania love chld, but it isn't just "another souls-like" or "another metroidvania", no, it surpasses all those labels and becomes it own unique thing.
    The game has incredibly nice flowing combat, the level and map design is astounding, the overall boss quality is among the highest of the decade, the art is whimsical and beautiful and the soundtrack is so good that I bought it on vinyl.
    I recommend this game to anyone who likes exploration, cryptic storytelling and complex bosses.
    (Though this game is pretty tough, but extremely well balanced)    … Expand
  68. Kacak321
    May 22, 2021
    10
    Awsome game!!!!!!!?!?? %!!! =+6+!!!(!=6=55=5)5)5)5&5&3&3&3&3)2)5)5=4%4:4:++
  69. Arfon
    Dec 4, 2020
    10
    This game is Indie-Metroidvania perfection, the moment I started playing I knew I was going into something big. The soundtrack, the gameplay and story. Everything is great about this game, which has an enourmous map filled with challenges and secrets to discover. You will lost track of time for hours and still feeling like you're only scratching the surface. In a time filled withThis game is Indie-Metroidvania perfection, the moment I started playing I knew I was going into something big. The soundtrack, the gameplay and story. Everything is great about this game, which has an enourmous map filled with challenges and secrets to discover. You will lost track of time for hours and still feeling like you're only scratching the surface. In a time filled with incomplete games and tons of DLC, Hollow Knight comes and gives you over 40 hours and even more when you consider the free DLCs. In my opinion, most indie games are the new AAA in some cases. This is one of them. You must play it.… Expand
  70. KaiserIrgendwer
    Feb 3, 2020
    10
    I love that game. It is a masterpiece. You can spend so much time in mastering the combat system, exploring the world and the Story is so deep and good
  71. taffyandtora
    Feb 5, 2020
    10
    I find hollow knight extremely good Here's why;

    The storyline. When I bought this game for the very low price of £16:99, I didn't expect it to have such a deep story because it was an indie, 2D platformer. I just thought it looked cool and had some challenges. But it really did well with the backstory and enhances the world around you. I find that so amazing that an indie game can be as    I find hollow knight extremely good Here's why;

    The storyline. When I bought this game for the very low price of £16:99, I didn't expect it to have such a deep story because it was an indie, 2D platformer. I just thought it looked cool and had some challenges. But it really did well with the backstory and enhances the world around you. I find that so amazing that an indie game can be as good as 1st party and 2nd party games. The mechanism. I really admire how they made the attack diverse. One minute you are fighting some monsters and the other ur trying to use your nail as a pogo stick. The charms fit well with the setting and all offer different things which start to make the thought of combos.

    The monsters and NPC's. This is a true highlight of the game. The monsters have well-thought attacks to fit with the environment and give the place ambience and The NPC's have empathetic feelings and show great set of personal skills.

    Music. I know at this point I'm just blabbing on but it is so good. The music is great. Really, compliments to Mr.larkin. They fit so well with the background and boss of the area. Its gives of a nostalgic sense for people who have played it for a long time.

    Bosses. The bosses are diverse in there attacks, their own story, and their appearance. It gives off a feeling that there is more (and there will be more when silksong cones out!).

    Map. The map is MASSIVE. It is so well thought about and well designed that it's probably one of the best bits about it. From abandoned depths to great cities, it includes everything.

    The art. I saved the best till last here. The art style is admirable and cure, but still can be threatening and scar. City of years shows so much in terms of what they could do with their cartoony yet formal drawing.

    All in all, BUY. GOOD GAME    … Expand
  72. NazingerZ
    Feb 23, 2020
    10
    Good looking matroid-vania with an awesome gamefeel and interesting world. One of my favorites game on my N Switch
  73. TheVirtualDude
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Everything about this game is amazing, the discovery is rewarding yet challenging. I beat the black egg and am doing extras now. I didn’t google anything until after beating the egg, my only gripe is I had some hallways highlighted that I had been there when I hadn’t which made me miss badges and the one pale ore I couldn’t find. The tram section was high listed but I was never there.Everything about this game is amazing, the discovery is rewarding yet challenging. I beat the black egg and am doing extras now. I didn’t google anything until after beating the egg, my only gripe is I had some hallways highlighted that I had been there when I hadn’t which made me miss badges and the one pale ore I couldn’t find. The tram section was high listed but I was never there. Amazing besides that one small thing… Expand
  74. joselito_84
    Mar 1, 2020
    10
    A truly masterpiece. Every single detail of the game seems to have a ton of work on it.
  75. PressBrave
    Mar 7, 2020
    10
    This game offers a vast and captivating world to explore populated by charming characters, challenging foes and stunning art. I can only qualify it as a masterpiece. Would definitely recommend it to any metroidvania or souls-like lover.
  76. fanmadeendings
    Jun 19, 2022
    10
    I'm just at the start and I already love everything about this. I love the dark, moody atmosphere, I love that it is challenging but not unfair, I love how the controls feel, I love the insane amount of content for the price, and, most of all, I love Metroid.
  77. seethemorning02
    Sep 3, 2022
    10
    From a platforming perspective, this game is as good as it gets. It has easily become my favorite game of all time.

    I have logged over 120 hours from 3 different playthroughs, and every single one of them has been thoroughly enjoyable. Also, I’m confident that I have not experienced/discovered everything the game has to offer (though I’m probably close). The level design, puzzle    From a platforming perspective, this game is as good as it gets. It has easily become my favorite game of all time.

    I have logged over 120 hours from 3 different playthroughs, and every single one of them has been thoroughly enjoyable. Also, I’m confident that I have not experienced/discovered everything the game has to offer (though I’m probably close).

    The level design, puzzle design, control design of this game strikes a perfect balance of difficulty versus skill. I never feel slighted by the game and it’s challenges. In fact, most areas of difficulty that I experience are from my own mistakes or poor approach (especially with boss fights).

    Despite being a “2D Game” the sound/level/graphic/dialogue design of this game is an absolute masterpiece. All of these elements work together to make you “feel things”. When the environment is right; this game can be SO captivating. I found myself enjoying it the most in a quiet setting with my Switch docked to my TV, and using a pro controller. A darkened room with surround sound also added to the experience.

    My only “gripes” about the game are:

    1. Some of the story telling is cryptic and understated. The player is left to draw a lot of their own suspicions and conclusions (which I believe is entirely intentional on the creators behalf). As your traverse through the game, certain main story lines become more apparent. However, I think this type of storytelling makes a players intrigue for the game take longer to develop. I, personally, was not hooked/addicted to the game until about 25 hours of gameplay. After that, I couldn’t put it down!

    After completing the game, there is a lot of fascinating lore and conclusion-making by avid fans (especially on YouTube). It really makes you think back to certain interactions and environments, and makes you even more fond of the game, even after completing it.

    2. Some of the movements for the boss fights and platforming are VERY precise, which I find difficult on the Switches native handheld controller(s).

    I found myself needing to accomplish certain tasks in the game by connecting my Switch to my TV, and using my pro controller. This made several challenges more manageable (for me). Your mileage may vary, of course.

    Overall, I cannot recommend this game enough. If you enjoy long-form games that involve deep exploration within a challenging platforming style (including epic boss fights), then you HAVE to give this game a fair shake.    … Expand
  78. Nico300
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Is the best metroidvania ever made and my favorite game of the decade. You must play it.
  79. rookfire
    Aug 4, 2020
    10
    This game changed me. I love it. The soundtrack is gorgeous, and the backgrounds and side characters are creative. I loved how I pieced together the lore by journeying through the different kingdoms. The controls are satisfying and I really loved that the game gave me so much freedom in terms of where I wanted to explore or what I wanted to do next. My only complaint is I wish this had anThis game changed me. I love it. The soundtrack is gorgeous, and the backgrounds and side characters are creative. I loved how I pieced together the lore by journeying through the different kingdoms. The controls are satisfying and I really loved that the game gave me so much freedom in terms of where I wanted to explore or what I wanted to do next. My only complaint is I wish this had an Assist mode, like Super Mario Odyssey, or Celeste. But going through the difficult boss battles was really rewarding. This game taught me a lot about myself.… Expand
  80. enzo-pannacotta
    Jun 3, 2020
    10
    the best game to date

    "Your review must be at least 75 characters long."
  81. Stemat91
    Dec 28, 2020
    10
    Miglior Metroidvania mai prodotto.
    Must have assoluto del genere, assolutamente consigliato per bellezza e longevità.
  82. Richyrik
    Apr 13, 2020
    10
    Largo, dificil, divertido de principio a fin, lleno de secretos, con unos personajes memorables y con una historia adulta y profunda. Imprescindible.
  83. oAstronauta
    Apr 30, 2020
    10
    I decided giving a chance to Hollow Knight and...OMG, this is definitely my favorite 2D game (been playing since SNES/Mega Drive). Actually I’d say it’s one of my favorite games of all genres.
    Thank you Team Cherry for doing a Masterpiece.
    If you are reading this to know if this game is worth buying, please just do yourself a favor and buy it right now.
    Bet you won’t regret it!
  84. C4stel_
    May 17, 2020
    10
    Mi juego favorito de largo.
    Curva de aprendizaje correcta, diversidad de mundos y niveles, armas y amuletos variados y en Switch luce igual de bien, tanto en modo portátil como en dock.
    Pasado hasta el 110%.

    No tiene absolutamente nada malo.

    10/10
  85. Matt09
    May 16, 2020
    10
    This game is one of the greatest side-scrolling games ever made. The game's challenging environment and enemies made it enjoyably frustrating (who wouldn't like challenging game, right?)
  86. CrispCicada
    May 26, 2020
    10
    This game is an absolute masterpiece in my book. It's a metroidvania done right. The gameplay and level design are perfect. I love how the knight moves. He has a nice weight and speed. Later on, you'll unlock more powers which'll make movement and combat easier. The level design is top notch. There's no instant death spikes, cheapouts, or anything that just feels unfair. If you get hit,This game is an absolute masterpiece in my book. It's a metroidvania done right. The gameplay and level design are perfect. I love how the knight moves. He has a nice weight and speed. Later on, you'll unlock more powers which'll make movement and combat easier. The level design is top notch. There's no instant death spikes, cheapouts, or anything that just feels unfair. If you get hit, it's on you. The aesthetics look splendid. I love the hand drawn environments and everything going on in the background. There's so much detail in every single little nook and cranny. This game just simply amazes me. If I had one complaint, it's that the game had a pretty slow start, which kept me away from it for a bit. What a mistake I made. This game was my first metroidvania. I truly started at a high point. I'd highly recommend this game to anyone who's a fan of the metroidvania genre. I hope you all have a splendid day/night!… Expand
  87. ayoung
    Nov 10, 2020
    10
    One of the best 2D platformers I've ever played. Any gripes I had while playing was my own fault. Games like these need more attention.
  88. Daisuk
    Aug 10, 2020
    10
    What a fantastic game Hollow Knight is! I went into this not expecting much, and came out a different gamer (this was my first ever metroidvania). Wow! Everything in it is just sublime - the atmosphere, the music, the progression system, the charms, the lore, the artwork, gameplay is sharp as a needle - it's just superb. One of the best games I've ever played.
  89. FromTheBonfire
    May 31, 2020
    10
    This game is just too good. No words can describe how immersive and captivating this game is, just go and experience it for yourself. If you like "souls-like" games, this game will blow your mind. Please, play it, I couldn't recommend it more.
  90. Xavikun
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    Uno de juegos que mas me ha enganchado de switch.
    Un metroidvania con una ambientacion fantastica, una buena historia y un mundo subterraneo extenso que no te cansaras de explorar.
    Con una dificultad elevada, sobretodo en ciertos jefes y en alguna zona plataformera del juego, pero bastante justo en general.
    Un must play.
  91. Theobaer
    Jun 13, 2020
    10
    Absolute masterpiece. Can't recommend it enough. It's selling price is insanely low too (currently around 15 Euros). Money well spend!

    Yes it has it's downsides, sure. Sometimes you will struggle to find out where to go next. In these situations I would like to recommend you to use a walkthrough guide from the internet, but only until you made it pass that point, so the game won't slug    Absolute masterpiece. Can't recommend it enough. It's selling price is insanely low too (currently around 15 Euros). Money well spend!

    Yes it has it's downsides, sure. Sometimes you will struggle to find out where to go next. In these situations I would like to recommend you to use a walkthrough guide from the internet, but only until you made it pass that point, so the game won't slug you down too much. But this doesn't justify pulling it below a very solid 10, since it started as a 15 in my opinion. Plus, some really do enjoy the process of looking, looting and unlocking, even if it takes longer.    … Expand
  92. Sasarai
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Hollow Knight is a 2d Metroidvania filled with challenging battles, tight plateforming levels, and far-fetched exploration. Although the game may be tedious at times, rewards in the shape of pieces of storyline and challenging bosses greatly compensate for them.

    It is an excellent that melds beautiful art-style and visuals, tidy and responsive controls, a beautiful soundtrack, and an    Hollow Knight is a 2d Metroidvania filled with challenging battles, tight plateforming levels, and far-fetched exploration. Although the game may be tedious at times, rewards in the shape of pieces of storyline and challenging bosses greatly compensate for them.

    It is an excellent that melds beautiful art-style and visuals, tidy and responsive controls, a beautiful soundtrack, and an engaging and immersive world that awaits to be discovered, and to some extent understood.

    In a nutshell, a beautiful game.    … Expand
  93. ABGamer
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    I just find this game really fun. While it has some really difficult bosses and platforming sections it, the fun game play and feeling of satisfaction I get after beating them is more than enough to have kept me going throughout my journey.
  94. Bwnez0
    Dec 26, 2020
    10
    I don’t have a favourite game of all time, but this game is certainly my favourite of recent memory. I won’t say anything else because the game really has to be seen to be believed. The low price is a true bargain as I would buy this game for full retail price. Yes it’s that good, now go out and get it.
  95. Wilfrido
    Jun 10, 2021
    10
    Este juego es perfecto, tiene un extenso y entretenido lore, jefes y enemigos variados, buena dificultad, muy buen precio, contenido de sobra, incluso hasta sus 4 dlc incluidos con el mismo juego que vale muy poco, etc.
  96. Keitan
    Dec 16, 2020
    10
    Un estilo grafico único, personajes misteriosos pero carismaticos, un Soundtrack simplemente maravilloso y un reino arruinado con cientos de enemigos y desafiantes jefes hacen de Hollow Knight un juego que todo mundo deberia de jugar.

    Hasta ahora he jugado un total de mas de 60 horas al juego y sin importar cuanto sigo jugando el juego siempre tiene algo nuevo que enseñarte, desde jefes    Un estilo grafico único, personajes misteriosos pero carismaticos, un Soundtrack simplemente maravilloso y un reino arruinado con cientos de enemigos y desafiantes jefes hacen de Hollow Knight un juego que todo mundo deberia de jugar.

    Hasta ahora he jugado un total de mas de 60 horas al juego y sin importar cuanto sigo jugando el juego siempre tiene algo nuevo que enseñarte, desde jefes escondidos, artilugios ocultos, interacciones especiales, hasta NPC y creaturas que quizas no hubieses encontrado de no haber indagado lo suficiente por el reino de Hallow Nest, es increible la cantidad de contenido que tiene el juego.

    El trabajo que hizo Team Cherry con Hollow Knight es sin lugar a dudas algo admirable, no nos dio a nosotros los backers el juego que mereciamos, nos dio mas de lo que alguna vez pudimos haber imaginado tener en un juego y es por eso que sin lugar a dudas Hollow Knight se ha ganado un lugar entre los mejores Metroidvania de la historia.    … Expand
  97. captainsnake
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    Hollow Knight is one of the best games ever created. I finished the game with the "true" ending yesterday (which took about 40 hours for me). Hollow Knight has an amazing atmosphere around every corner, a story that made me want to learn everything I could about the world. Combat is fast-paced and satisfying, with each boss fight feeling different but still great. The world was expertlyHollow Knight is one of the best games ever created. I finished the game with the "true" ending yesterday (which took about 40 hours for me). Hollow Knight has an amazing atmosphere around every corner, a story that made me want to learn everything I could about the world. Combat is fast-paced and satisfying, with each boss fight feeling different but still great. The world was expertly crafted in a sense where no matter what I was doing, or where I was going, I always found something interesting. Whether it was an exciting boss fight, more health, or a bit of lore, there always something to see. The only thing that I think was a problem is how some bosses are located far away from benches (save spots) so every time you die you have to take a long trek back. This is especially bad if the route to the boss is populated with enemies. However, the few instances of that were not enough to sour this game for me and was small enough that the game is still a 10/10.… Expand
  98. JeffGramarley
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    Juegazo simplemente espectacular para los escenarios el soundtrack los dibujos y por sobre todo la historia no esperaba menos desde que empecé el juego pero es una obra de arte no puedo decir menos y se complementa bien con la buena compatibilidad que tiene con los mandos de la switch simplemente deben de jugar este juego
  99. illumi3602
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    this is my first metroidvania type game, i was thinking of playing the metroid series before this but i decided to play this instead and i couldn't be much happier. this is my most played game on the switch, i spend about 140 hours in total for 112 percent completion and i feel like i scammed the developers because of the fact that the game cost 15 dollars and it has four free DLC packs, ithis is my first metroidvania type game, i was thinking of playing the metroid series before this but i decided to play this instead and i couldn't be much happier. this is my most played game on the switch, i spend about 140 hours in total for 112 percent completion and i feel like i scammed the developers because of the fact that the game cost 15 dollars and it has four free DLC packs, i just hoping that the developers increase the price of the sequel.… Expand
  100. EmCza
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    Best metroidvania I've ever played and I think it's also the longest one. This game fit perfectly to Switch (for me it's the best non-exclusive game on this platform).
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Universal acclaim - based on 28 Critic Reviews

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  1. Pocket Tactics
    Oct 20, 2023
    90
    Hollow Knight is an incredible achievement that combines smart game design, a rich world, and sharp combat, with an enthralling insectoid world and a story just begging for you to find it. Team Cherry’s title is a high watermark for Metroidvanias, as the satisfying abilities and countless collectibles add variety and meaning to exploration, rewarding every discovery. Yet, while the challenge is a rewarding part of the process, I do wish that the title made some concessions and shone a bit of light in the darkness for those first fledgling steps.
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  2. Universo Nintendo
    Sep 10, 2018
    90
    A very fun game and full of interesting characters is what await players in this incredible adventure. If you like Metroid style games, Hollow Knight will leave you satisfied.
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  3. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Sep 5, 2018
    100
    There's never a low point. Only the desire for more. [Issue #35 – September/October 2018, p. 17]
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