Hollow Knight

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  1. Alcaideeee
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    One of the best games I've tried. With one of the best art stile I've seen in my life and with the best soundtrack I've ever heard in an indie game, I can say that hollow knight is an unforgettable experience for all the people who have tried this title, and it will be for those that have not yet done so. The controls are very comfortable and the progress in the game feels real. This doesOne of the best games I've tried. With one of the best art stile I've seen in my life and with the best soundtrack I've ever heard in an indie game, I can say that hollow knight is an unforgettable experience for all the people who have tried this title, and it will be for those that have not yet done so. The controls are very comfortable and the progress in the game feels real. This does not put pressure on you, on the contrary, it encourages you to take everything easy, discovering little by little the secrets that awaits you in its dense and beautiful world. I feel that it is a game that everyone can enjoy, if you have not tried it I really recommend it.… Expand
  2. Damyano
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    Gioco fantastico. Grafica eccezionale. E tanta, tanta lore. Lo consiglio a tutti
  3. salvaic
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    I love this game, it's simply a work of art that everyone should play. Simply beautiful
  4. Bigcheese171
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    This game is just incredible, I’ve played it 3 times and still never bored with its incredible enemy design and world that’s one of the biggest I’ve ever seen for a 2D game,also the music and artwork is spectacular
  5. Desserwolf
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Hollow Knight is peak metroidvania. It's a gorgeous game with gorgeous game design amazing soundtrack and a story that you won't cover on your own. Cannot recommend this game enough.
  6. Uilnslcoap
    Mar 23, 2022
    10
    Since about 1995, I have been of the opinion that Super Metroid is the peak of its genre. I found it hard to believe something could ever beat it.

    But I played Hollow Knight, and the unthinkable has happened. Super Metroid is now #2 on my metroidvania list. There are no real weak points to the game. The graphics are beautiful, the animation smooth as butter, the music is very    Since about 1995, I have been of the opinion that Super Metroid is the peak of its genre. I found it hard to believe something could ever beat it.

    But I played Hollow Knight, and the unthinkable has happened. Super Metroid is now #2 on my metroidvania list.

    There are no real weak points to the game. The graphics are beautiful, the animation smooth as butter, the music is very effective, the writing is on point both when attempting to be comical and when attempting to be somber (sometimes achieving both in the same sentence).

    There are no words for how excellent the gameplay is. Every inch of ground feels earned (for instance, the abilities to even chart new places on a purchased map or track where you are on the map have to be bought), every skill unlocked brings a rush as the map opens a little further. There are all kinds of side quests and upgrades and challenges and almost none of them feel rote or fetch-y (there's one where you have to go around the map and collect a few things several times and that did feel rote to me, but it was literally the only time I felt that way... and the boss it unlocked was worth it). The exploration is just so consistently rewarding, there's always something worth finding or a path to follow that leads to something worth finding. Exploration and platforming are a joy, but challenging enough to keep you on your toes.

    It is rare that a game nails both exploration and combat so effectively, but Hollow Knight has many dozens of minor enemies and several dozen boss fights, almost all of them fun and interesting to fight against! I am in awe of how the game manages to balance bosses being challenging and fun, while also being mostly different from one another mechanically and completely fair in their telegraphs and your chance to evade or attack. The knight controls like a dream, the combat upgrades are excellent and tailor to a variety of play styles (want to be a tank? a shaman? a rogue? There's a charm for that!), and there's nothing quite like your pulse pounding as the boss takes that final hit and starts its death animation just as you've run out of magic and are down to your last hit point. These might be my favorite 2-D boss fights of any game ever. And again, there are DOZENS of them!

    I'm not sure I have ever seen a gameplay feedback loop so effective (on me anyway). Fight the things to explore the place to find things that help you fight and explore more effectively...it never stops being rewarding.

    If you have even a passing interest in metroidvanias, do yourself a favor and buy this cheap game (it's $15 when it's not on sale! it's worth $60 easy!) that can be explored for literally a hundred hours on a first playthrough and still not yield all its secrets. What an utterly fantastic game. An all-time masterpiece in videogame history, let alone metroidvanias.    … Expand
  7. BlockyDogy
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    Loved this game, an amazing introduction to the souls-like genre. Beautiful art and world, engaging combat and story, fun bosses, and areas with just enough challenge to keep you on your toes, but not enough to make you feel like you're stubbing your toe through a cinderblock. Amazing game, would strongly recommend for anyone interested in Metroidvanias. 10/10
  8. TapeSnom
    Apr 5, 2022
    10
    The best game ever made. The cultivation of Metroidvanias in a complez lore based ation platformer.
    Simply brilliant.
    Ps: Hornet isn't void
  9. theinfected
    Apr 8, 2022
    10
    My favorite game.

    Ever. This game has an atmosphere that really sucks you in and makes you wonder what really happened around here. The combat is great and so is the exploration. The character designs are simple yet so good, conveying what the main characters are about and what they do. The music BANGS and is the best video game original ost I've heard ever. I genuinely cannot think    My favorite game.

    Ever.

    This game has an atmosphere that really sucks you in and makes you wonder what really happened around here. The combat is great and so is the exploration. The character designs are simple yet so good, conveying what the main characters are about and what they do. The music BANGS and is the best video game original ost I've heard ever. I genuinely cannot think of anything wrong with the game except its locking of an ending behind a challenge where you defeat all bosses in the game +a harder version of the final boss, and even then it's not too bad, because of the fittingness of the ending.    … Expand
  10. futon111
    Apr 12, 2022
    10
    This game is an absolute masterpiece. Beautiful art and music, an enormous map that is a joy to explore, amazing atmosphere, aesthetic, charm, and personality, and fascinating, deep lore with a surprising amount of emotional depth, especially for a bug game. (Some parts of the story still get me emotional from time to time) I've played for well over 200 hours and I'm still discovering newThis game is an absolute masterpiece. Beautiful art and music, an enormous map that is a joy to explore, amazing atmosphere, aesthetic, charm, and personality, and fascinating, deep lore with a surprising amount of emotional depth, especially for a bug game. (Some parts of the story still get me emotional from time to time) I've played for well over 200 hours and I'm still discovering new secrets and details constantly, even after being sure I know everything. The world of hollow knight feels truly alive, to an extent that I've never seen before in a video game, or in any form of media at all. The combat is simple, intuitive, and challenging, yet allows for an insane amount of mastery and expressiveness. Hollow Knight is easily one of the best games ever created, and it's incredible that a team of 3-4 people who have never made a real game before could do this. It just shows that you don't need a large budget or a giant team of experts to make an impact in the world, you just need motivation and love for what you are doing.
    Of course Hollow Knight is not for everyone (nothing is), and you may want to stay away from this game if you:
    -Don't like a challenge, as Hollow Knight is very hard, and can be frustrating at some points.
    -Want to know what the heck you're doing, as Hollow Knight is exploration based and you will almost never be told exactly where to go or what to do.
    -Get impatient, as Hollow Knight has very slow pacing.
    -Like games that have constant action, as Hollow Knight is a more intimate experience, and will be loved most by people who appreciate the little things in life.
    Overall, this game is a must-play that I will recommend to absolutely everybody who will listen. For only $15, it genuinely feels like stealing to buy this game.    … Expand
  11. Quirre
    Apr 14, 2022
    10
    One of the best and deepest games ever made. Best Metroidvania ever made, without any doubt.
  12. MovesLikeJag3r1
    Apr 28, 2022
    10
    This is easily my favorite game of all time. The sense of exploration and depth in the world as you traverse through creepy, lonely, and lively locations allow for a sense of exploration that I have never experienced in a game before. The characters, while not extremely complex, are charming and fun. Whenever you have the fortune of running into a character, it is always a great time. TheThis is easily my favorite game of all time. The sense of exploration and depth in the world as you traverse through creepy, lonely, and lively locations allow for a sense of exploration that I have never experienced in a game before. The characters, while not extremely complex, are charming and fun. Whenever you have the fortune of running into a character, it is always a great time. The bosses are not extremely challenging but they are fluid and quick. The overall movement is quick and precise, with some of the best handling in a game ever. This is yet to mention the masterful soundtrack that allows the characters, bosses, and locations to shine. Hollow Knight has elevated the metroidvania genre to new heights where I doubt anything will ever be able to challenge its throne.… Expand
  13. DonCheatle
    May 3, 2022
    10
    Sadly this game is too much like dark souls, so it goes from a 10/10 masterpiece- to dog water.
    Very pleased, its the most graphics video game ever.

    0/10
  14. MerryHaddock961
    May 19, 2022
    10
    For a long time I had been wanting to play this game, and when I finally bought and played I was at first not completely satisfied. But I kept playing and, boy am I glad I did. Hollow knight is one of the best video games ever made, if not the best. With great graphics, music and controls this game looks and plays amazingly. The story of the game is also perfect, it’s not too deep nor isFor a long time I had been wanting to play this game, and when I finally bought and played I was at first not completely satisfied. But I kept playing and, boy am I glad I did. Hollow knight is one of the best video games ever made, if not the best. With great graphics, music and controls this game looks and plays amazingly. The story of the game is also perfect, it’s not too deep nor is it too shallow but it also lets you use your imagination to fill in the gaps. This game really is just a perfect game and the cherry on top is the exploration and the ease of travel with the stag stations. The game is not for those thinking it’s easy because it is not, but the game also isn’t impossible. Overall this is a fantastic game and I highly recommend it. 10/10… Expand
  15. Deenji
    May 22, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sin duda uno de los mejores juegos que eh jugado

    Su ambientacion, su dificultad, su jugabilidad todo me gusta de este maldito juego lo amo simplemente lo recomiendo mucho para pasar el rato y estresarse un poco kdsdk    … Expand
  16. Squaredash
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    I played this game for 200 hours, and not one second of it felt wasted. The gameplay is a blast, the atmosphere is the best I’ve ever seen, this metroidvania is a must-play for anyone with the means to do so.
  17. NinjaJim6969
    Jun 10, 2022
    10
    An incredibly beautiful and fun game at a great price. I've put 116 hours into this game and still haven't explored it in it's entirety. Music, environments, and boss fights all get a 10/10 from me. Especially the Nightmare King Grimm fight. It took me 140 tries and every time the music started I got hyped.
  18. OnlyKeKo
    Jun 11, 2022
    10
    Hayatımda bayaa oyun oynadım ama en iyisi buydu.Müzkler,görsel tararım,hikaye aşşırı iyi.En iyi yönü bu diyemem her yönü çok iyi.Hikayesi çok derin*
  19. Pozzu
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    This game is intresting. At first I really didn't know what was happening or what to do. But when playing it forward I really started to like it. New abilities are so cool and the player movement is very satisfying. The environment is so mysterious and there is always something new to find. Music is awesome and boss fights fun and challenging. Story is good but I would not have understoodThis game is intresting. At first I really didn't know what was happening or what to do. But when playing it forward I really started to like it. New abilities are so cool and the player movement is very satisfying. The environment is so mysterious and there is always something new to find. Music is awesome and boss fights fun and challenging. Story is good but I would not have understood anything of it without Mossbag.… Expand
  20. stupidopinion
    Jun 20, 2022
    10
    Just incredible. Off the bat I'll say I haven't played many metroidvania games, namely Ori and the Will of the Wisps, Metroid Dread, and Super Metroid, but of these I would say HK is the king. Its brilliant combat system, gorgeous art and music, and engrossing world will suck you in like no other game can. I've never experienced a game where I was so utterly captivated by the worldbuildingJust incredible. Off the bat I'll say I haven't played many metroidvania games, namely Ori and the Will of the Wisps, Metroid Dread, and Super Metroid, but of these I would say HK is the king. Its brilliant combat system, gorgeous art and music, and engrossing world will suck you in like no other game can. I've never experienced a game where I was so utterly captivated by the worldbuilding and story, to the point that I wanted to continue exploring every nook and cranny just for the smallest piece of lore to better explain the complex world it develops. Every question Hallownest poses has an answer if your willing to dig, and no other game out there will provide such a high quality experience for such a cheap price. The game is quite difficult and can be quite punishing, so I understand why this may not be for everyone, but to me this is firmly placed as my 2nd favorite game of all time. If Team Cherry can make a game this good on their first try I can't wait for what's in store for SilkSong.

    70 hours in the game    … Expand
  21. grandmaslayer
    Jun 22, 2022
    10
    This game is incredible. Specially if you have it on a portable platform like switch, since you don't want to stop playing it once you start making progress.
  22. Triggerma
    Jun 23, 2022
    10
    It's one of those games that you can't forget a single thing about, nothing, and i mean nothing is this game is out of place, unfair or just "bad" in general. The soundtrack, the game-play and the lore are terrific, and i can't see why anybody should dislike this game, truly a masterpiece.
  23. AnnaLynxy33
    Jun 27, 2022
    10
    Such a masterpiece. Everything in the game is made with an idea. Background, music, gameplay - everything. You can even see how many videos on YouTube with titles like "X secrets of HK you didn't know". So you can play for hundred of hours and still find something you haven't noticed. It's such a rare case in gamedev industry when developers contribute to things that most of the playersSuch a masterpiece. Everything in the game is made with an idea. Background, music, gameplay - everything. You can even see how many videos on YouTube with titles like "X secrets of HK you didn't know". So you can play for hundred of hours and still find something you haven't noticed. It's such a rare case in gamedev industry when developers contribute to things that most of the players even won't notice. But all these small details make this game so rich, that you believe that it's not a bunch of pixels, but a world with its own rules and history.… Expand
  24. Eoek
    Jun 30, 2022
    10
    Hollow knight literally changed my life.The game is awesome, the colors, difficulty, everything!!
  25. Joschi_030108
    Jul 8, 2022
    10
    For me personally the best game ever made, it's perfect and I love it. I'd recommend it to everyone who likes hard and frustrating games.
  26. Kinkaka
    Aug 7, 2022
    10
    áaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaáaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaáaa
  27. TheChalous
    Jul 23, 2022
    10
    Simplemente espectacular, todo es maravilloso, ambientación, banda sonora, jugabilidad, historia, todo es increíble y muy hermoso.
  28. Ceok17
    Aug 16, 2022
    10
    Hollow Knight is as close as you can get to a perfect "Metroidvania", purely satisfying to discover new parts of the map and new Npc´s, beautiful design and scenario, awesome movement, it feels like you are always in control of the knight, every pixel it moves. If you like a beautiful challenge, this is your game.
  29. sassomagico
    Aug 24, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A **** masterpiece! I beat the game a month ago and I want to re-play it again… Expand
  30. oLonely
    Sep 11, 2022
    10
    Radiance is annoying, Apart from that 10/10 game, one of the best i've ever played
  31. Nurax
    Sep 14, 2022
    10
    Hollow Knight is an amazing metroidvania and one of the best games i have ever played. It has a great world, lore, gameplay, characters, enemies and so much more. Truly a masterpiece.
  32. ELYS1UM
    Sep 20, 2022
    10
    This game was made by 3 people, and yet I have spent longer in the world of Hallownest than I have in many others. The gameplay is impeccable, the music is incredible, the story is engaging, the world building is next level. I love the feeling of natural progression, as on top of upgrading your skills and weapon, you can feel yourself improving as time passes. Bosses like False Knight thatThis game was made by 3 people, and yet I have spent longer in the world of Hallownest than I have in many others. The gameplay is impeccable, the music is incredible, the story is engaging, the world building is next level. I love the feeling of natural progression, as on top of upgrading your skills and weapon, you can feel yourself improving as time passes. Bosses like False Knight that may have once felt lake an impassable wall become nothing more than a warmup as time passes. The movement is silky smooth, and the game is incredible at creating atmosphere. Deepnest was genuinely terrifying, but City of Tears was beautiful and serene. Each location is so memorable in track and design I can't even begin to stress how great they are. The bosses are so much fun and so creative. Never before have I had favourite bosses in games based on gameplay, but Mantis Lords and Nightmare King Grimm always come to mind as fun and challenging fights that I may never forget conquering. And the world and its residents just OOZE this crazy amount of character. Of course, you don't meet many people in this deserted world, but the few you do run into are unforgettable. This game is truly a standout. Please, play Hollow Knight. Any amount of popularity it has now is not enough.… Expand
  33. KianKTheFirst
    Sep 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's great, its amazing, its my perfect game. the start of the game starts off really slow and is kind of a snore fest for most, but when you find the next area, its hard to put the screen down. you have to Earn abilities to basically show you have the guts to play the game. would it be fun if it was easy? sure, its frustrating at the start, but once you get more and more things, you're hooked! I couldn't stop exploring after I beat hornet in greenpath. its absolutely amazing, but its pretty slow at the start and not many people know that. I ended up uninstalling the game because of this, but i gave it another shot, found the next area, and now I'm at 100% completion with 60 hours on the clock of the game. its a great game. I hope people figure that out themselves. especially for 15 bucks.… Expand
  34. OpticMaster56
    Sep 19, 2022
    10
    Very good game. I would recommend it to anyone that wants a challenging game.
  35. AlbertoGramsci
    Jan 8, 2023
    10
    El juego que redefinió el género. Un título que pasará a la historia como el metroidvania definitivo. Por favor háganse un favor y juegenlo.
  36. Grass_watcher
    Feb 23, 2023
    10
    It’s the best 2d metroidvania since Metroid turned 3d. It’s got great music and world design, the secrets are well hidden but not impossible to find without a guide and it has a good difficulty curb that you can adjust depending on where you go when
  37. thedill
    Oct 14, 2022
    10
    Hollow Knight sucked me in as no other game has done in a while, but in the end, I was left with a void unfulfilled. With Metroidvanias being one of my favorite genres, I was excited to play Hollow Knight. Entering an unfamiliar world open to be explored however I wanted to explore it, immediately sucked me into the vast world of Hollow Knight. The little to no handholding that didn'tHollow Knight sucked me in as no other game has done in a while, but in the end, I was left with a void unfulfilled. With Metroidvanias being one of my favorite genres, I was excited to play Hollow Knight. Entering an unfamiliar world open to be explored however I wanted to explore it, immediately sucked me into the vast world of Hollow Knight. The little to no handholding that didn't force me down a linear path was an amazing experience. This isn't found enough in games today. As Hollow Knight, I could explore as far as I dared. This often time brought about challenging situations that were greatly enjoyed.

    World: The vastness of Hollow Knight, accompanied by an explore as much as you dare feel, was by far my favorite part of Hollow Knight. I kept challenging myself to explore deeper into Hollow Knight, even though my Knight was often unprepared for the challenge. Traversing the world can be very challenging at times, but almost always enjoyable!

    Combat: Hollow Knight's combat was fun, simple, challenging, and very enjoyable. I enjoyed the simplicity and versatility of the charm system provided. I was able to constantly change my builds to fine-tune my Knight's abilities to best prepare for the situation at hand.

    Bosses: Hollow Knight's bosses are amazing. I was impressed by the vast amount of bosses and how unique each boss was. Each boss challenged me in very different ways and forced me to hone my skills in all areas of combat (nail, spells, mobility, charm load outs, etc.).

    Story: I have a love-hate relationship with Hollow Knight's story. The game provides little explanation of what is going on/happened in Hollow Knight. There are hints scattered throughout the game, but there is nothing concrete. As I played, the lack of understanding was something that drew me into the game. I wanted to explore every corner of the world and experience everything there was to experience. But, as the game concluded, I was left with an unfilled void. It felt like the game did very little to answer my many many questions. Therefore, leaving me disappointed and unfulfilled at the end of the game. I hope the next game brings more depth and clarity to the Hollow Knight story.

    Overall, Hollow Knight is one of my favorite games. The gameplay, world, combat, bosses, and story all work together to provide a fun and challenging experience. Hollow Knight is a must-play game. I am excited to see what Team Cherry does next.    … Expand
  38. Pale_king
    Oct 16, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ok I'll give you a review for the best experience with a game I've ever had in my life.
    You go there, start watching an amazing cutsene and you already realize that the boss fights are going to be sensational when you realize that it has a great soundtrack (I only saw it better in undertale) And you realize that until the Hornet part you don't know anything about the story but after a while talking to npcs, dream dialogue and lore tablets everything falls into place.    … Expand
  39. HollowMoth
    Sep 3, 2023
    10
    This game is absolutely perfect. The combat is amazing, the story is engaging, and characters are lovable, and there are so many secrets to find. I would say that you shouldn't get this game for the platforming though. It is great, but the game isn't really focused on it. More so on the combat. But if you know what it is and what you're getting into and it seems fun, then you shouldThis game is absolutely perfect. The combat is amazing, the story is engaging, and characters are lovable, and there are so many secrets to find. I would say that you shouldn't get this game for the platforming though. It is great, but the game isn't really focused on it. More so on the combat. But if you know what it is and what you're getting into and it seems fun, then you should definitely play it.… Expand
  40. Tornad
    Nov 1, 2022
    10
    Sin duda unas de las mejores obras indie de estos últimos años. Su ambientación, historia, gameplay y otros factores lo hacen un excelente juego
  41. zapacher
    Nov 4, 2022
    10
    400+ hours played, my first gold game on steam, every achievement made, very cool game. Music, atmosphere everything is excellent.
  42. Bkillinm
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Possibly the best game I have ever played, once the light bulb moment happens it only gets better.
  43. Screenhero
    Nov 11, 2022
    10
    An incredible metroidvania with amazing art and combat. The fast-paced bost-fights offer an impressive level of challenge while the DLC can provide extra difficulty for those that desire it.
  44. Emperator_444
    Nov 19, 2022
    10
    El mejor metroidvania. La jugabilidad se siente muy bien y muy fluida. Ha sido de las mejores experiencias que he tenido en mucho tiempo.
  45. batjuanos
    Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Hollow knight is a metroidvania game developed by team cherry. From start to finish, this game repeatedly exceeded my expectations on what 2D exploration games can be. Hollow knight uses preexisting metroidvania concepts such as backtracking and non-linearity to their fullest potential. Other than the perfect map progression and exploration, the cleanest aspect of hollow knight isHollow knight is a metroidvania game developed by team cherry. From start to finish, this game repeatedly exceeded my expectations on what 2D exploration games can be. Hollow knight uses preexisting metroidvania concepts such as backtracking and non-linearity to their fullest potential. Other than the perfect map progression and exploration, the cleanest aspect of hollow knight is definitely the combat. Every attack and ability has a satisfying weight to it. To complement the fights, hollow knights movement is nothing short of silky smooth. The jump is floaty, but not unresponsive. The dash is a joy to use, and I frequently found myself jumping and dashing around a room just because it was fun. I don't want to get into spoilers as everyone should experience this game for themselves, but every boss or mob is refreshing. Hollow knight doesn't fall into the trap of reskinning enemies with minor changes, which allows for more unique and vivid areas. The story of hollow knight is subtle but effective. It doesn't force your attention, but rewards it instead. Lore is strewn about, and it is up to the player to make sense of the world and its inhabitants. To conclude, Hollow knight is nothing short of a masterpiece. It's length is about 40+ plus hours if you want the true ending (yes it has multiple endings). If you enjoy 2D platformers, then theres no reason for you not to play this game. 10/10… Expand
  46. vara17
    Dec 19, 2022
    10
    Metroidvania precioso, visualmente y excelente en jugabilidad.

    Hollow Knight enamora desde el primer momento. Tiene parte visual muy suave, sin grandes explosiones de color, pero a su vez, que enamora la ambientación de las diferentes zonas y como comparten los colores con los peligros a su alrededor. El típico juego que no entiendes la historia hasta prácticamente el final, y ni    Metroidvania precioso, visualmente y excelente en jugabilidad.

    Hollow Knight enamora desde el primer momento. Tiene parte visual muy suave, sin grandes explosiones de color, pero a su vez, que enamora la ambientación de las diferentes zonas y como comparten los colores con los peligros a su alrededor.

    El típico juego que no entiendes la historia hasta prácticamente el final, y ni ahí. Pero que no es imprescindible para que te enganche y para seguir explorando y buscando nuevas habilidades para poder acceder a zonas que en ciertos momentos ves inaccesibles, pero que sabes que en algún momento podrás llegar.

    Tiene un combate muy completo gracias a los diferentes beneficios que te dan los amuletos que vas encontrando por el mundo, los cuales no son imprescindibles para poder acabar con un enemigo y seguir avanzando.

    Un juego increíble para disfrutar de la exploración en un mundo bastante grande y con muchos secretos ocultos. 10/10    … Expand
  47. tiago1243
    Dec 22, 2022
    10
    llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll
  48. heybranny
    Jan 6, 2023
    10
    Best game ever made. An absolute masterpiece. The lore! The music! The artwork! The combat! The exploration! Everything is exceptional
  49. Odengod
    Jan 7, 2023
    10
    Un increíble juego. Es muy completo y divertido, además de su complicación
  50. mayconeislay
    Feb 4, 2023
    10
    Melhor jogo estilo metroid de todos os tempos. Parabens por essa obra prima :)
  51. Allux31
    Jan 18, 2023
    10
    Hollowknight is an amazing game with one of the best soundtracks in all of gaming
  52. FrogWithATopHat
    Jan 23, 2023
    10
    Gameplay - 10/10, super crisp and tight, difficult, rewarding platforming challenges.
    Graphics - 10/10, absolute mastahpeece, particle and foreground effects were amazing
    Audio - 10/10, super immersive Music - 100/10, this game hits you absolute banger after banger, right off the bat it goes from dirtmouth to false knight to greenpath to hornet to fungal wastes to mantis lords to city    Gameplay - 10/10, super crisp and tight, difficult, rewarding platforming challenges.
    Graphics - 10/10, absolute mastahpeece, particle and foreground effects were amazing
    Audio - 10/10, super immersive
    Music - 100/10, this game hits you absolute banger after banger, right off the bat it goes from dirtmouth to false knight to greenpath to hornet to fungal wastes to mantis lords to city of tears, WOW
    Price - Only $15? Now that's what I call a mastahpeece for your wallet.
    Story - 8/10, very minimalistic but still great anyhow! a lot of it is loredumps, however.
    Audience - 12+, this game is very challenging
    Difficulty - This game is aggressive, extremely difficult, unforgiving, and brutal, yet there is almost never any cheap or artificial difficulty. That's what makes it so fun!
    Grinding - Only near the beginning, when you have to collect about 400 Geo to buy cartography supplies.
    Length - Wow, this game is packed to the brim with content. You have the main story, 48(ish) bosses, a super hard platforming gauntlet, 10+ gigantic areas to explore, 46 grubs to rescue, 45 charms to collect, a colosseum with 3 challenges, 5 gargantuan boss rushes, and lots more side content!
    Characters - Hollow Knight has an amazing cast of lovable characters, and also Zote.
    10/10 W Game, 3rd best game of 2017.    … Expand
  53. Scocco95
    Jan 27, 2023
    10
    Gioco eccezionale, da provare assolutamente, longevo divertente e completo!
  54. Louisie
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Best game I've ever played. Perfect. Exquisite. Top-notch. Masterpiece. finely detailed
  55. specter187
    Feb 2, 2023
    10
    the best game ever the 55 people who wrote a bad review will perish by a n64 flavord fish
  56. Tibaw
    Feb 16, 2023
    10
    Hollow knight is an amazing game, it is hard but fair. I loved it as much as I hated it. But in the end, it is one of my favorite games of all time.
  57. Jerg4n
    Feb 18, 2023
    10
    Hollow Knight is a game that finds beauty in being lost and finding your way. The only driving force behind your actions is your own curiosity and desire to see more of the world. And boy is there a lot to see! The gorgeous handdrawn environments, the wacky and unique npcs, the serenely beautiful soundtrack, the difficult bossfights, the intriguing lore, this game has it all!

    Originally    Hollow Knight is a game that finds beauty in being lost and finding your way. The only driving force behind your actions is your own curiosity and desire to see more of the world. And boy is there a lot to see! The gorgeous handdrawn environments, the wacky and unique npcs, the serenely beautiful soundtrack, the difficult bossfights, the intriguing lore, this game has it all!

    Originally bought the game on a whim back in 2019, but it has grown to be my favorite game of all time, and the gold standard for a good videogame in my eyes.    … Expand
  58. Wozalawena
    Feb 24, 2023
    10
    Probably my favorite game of all time. It single-handedly revived an entire genre. I really can’t over exaggerate how much I love this title. This has my favorite learning curve, combat system, art direction, and an absolutely stunning soundtrack by Christopher Larkin. This is one of the few games that there are no parts that I’m annoyed by whenever I replay it. The storytelling is alsoProbably my favorite game of all time. It single-handedly revived an entire genre. I really can’t over exaggerate how much I love this title. This has my favorite learning curve, combat system, art direction, and an absolutely stunning soundtrack by Christopher Larkin. This is one of the few games that there are no parts that I’m annoyed by whenever I replay it. The storytelling is also amazing, as you slowly piece together a tragic tale of your own creation, and the fall of a civilization.

    There are a few negative reviews that I eat to address, as they are made by two year olds trying to compare it to a Souls game. The learning curve is made so you have to adapt to bosses, instead of just throwing yourself at them over and over again. Also, complaining about difficulty or the few save locations across the map is dumb, because that is by design. It is made to challenge you to find faster routes, memorize the map, and locate hidden passages. The bosses themselves are creative and fluid, sometimes making you feel genius after you defeat one. Fighting in this game feels more like a dance, weaving through attacks and finding opportunities to strike.

    All in all, a must-play even if you haven’t played a metroidvania before.    … Expand
  59. Puggoh
    Mar 15, 2023
    10
    This is the best video game ever made, and I’ll tell you why. First, it’s really cheap. 15 dollars for this beautiful game. The characters are great, and you will love most of them. It has so much content, and a big world that you love to get lost in. So many fun upgrades. So many ways to play, you can focus on spells, melee, healing or just making jokes. There is literally a charm thatThis is the best video game ever made, and I’ll tell you why. First, it’s really cheap. 15 dollars for this beautiful game. The characters are great, and you will love most of them. It has so much content, and a big world that you love to get lost in. So many fun upgrades. So many ways to play, you can focus on spells, melee, healing or just making jokes. There is literally a charm that turns you into a snail! Please, play this game. It’s so hard and difficult, but it’s worth it. My only complaints: 1. Corpse Runs (when you die from a boss and have to travel back towards the arena) can be annoying, such as Soul Sanctum or Traitor Lord, but it’s mostly fine. 2. I wish I had to pay more money for this game. That’s a joke,15 dollars? Wtf? Also, WHEN SILKSONG???????????????… Expand
  60. Ronvall876
    Mar 18, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game play of this game is amazing and difficult. It starts out easy as all good games do, but the late game is much harder. It has a very great atmosphere, and the landscape is amazing. From Greenpath being full of life, to almost nothing in Deepnest. The story/lore of this game is amazing, thousands of people still try to piece it together.

    Me personally, the game was a little boring at first, but as you progress further into it, it becomes a lot of fun. Unlocking new abilities, charms, areas, and boss fights.    … Expand
  61. Chileoz
    Apr 28, 2023
    10
    The game looks so simple but actually, it is very difficult to master. The map and the story are very deep. The Godmaster DLC is where you practice your skills. A great 2D side-scrolling Metroidvania game.
  62. Radpandabear
    Apr 9, 2023
    10
    This is one of my favorite games ever. I didn’t know much about this game at first, but once I saw it was on sale I took a chance and bought it, and my gosh. I’ve logged in near 80 hours and I still have some godhome stuff to do. This game captivated me almost instantly. The combat, the bosses, the vast world to explore, almost everything. Now the lore is very present and if you’re notThis is one of my favorite games ever. I didn’t know much about this game at first, but once I saw it was on sale I took a chance and bought it, and my gosh. I’ve logged in near 80 hours and I still have some godhome stuff to do. This game captivated me almost instantly. The combat, the bosses, the vast world to explore, almost everything. Now the lore is very present and if you’re not into lore it’s not a problem cause it’s not shoved down your throat like other games might do. Every day I check daily silksong news just for the chance that its sequel has gotten closer to releasing, that’s how much more hollow knight I need in my life. Hollow knight surprised me every corner I turned and introduced me to metroidvanias. I’ll never be the same after playing this game, in a good way, and I hope silksong continues the greatness.… Expand
  63. juniorsrs
    Apr 13, 2023
    10
    One of the best games I ever played, the gameplay, the music, the graphics, everything come's together and make a game that have a spectacular narrative that you can have fun on.
  64. Gigante_Praiano
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Não inova em nada, porém não é necessário pois eleva o nível dos metroidvania já feitos, com certeza irá virar um clássico no futuro.
  65. AirborneSafe190
    May 13, 2023
    10
    Un juego inmersivo y desafiante, único y satisfactorio. Un juego que todos deberían jugar en su vida
  66. redfoxfive
    May 15, 2023
    10
    This game is amazing. I played it based of my friend, and enjoyed it so much. The bosses are challenging but not unfair, and the exploration is fun. There is no reason you should not buy this game.
  67. blayedd
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Unironically one of the greatest games ever made, Team Cherry hit it out of the park with this one. So much better than the legendary series’ that inspired it
  68. brunox_99
    May 15, 2023
    10
    esse jogo é sensacional, zerei ele no switch no ps4 e no ps5. é muito bom explorar cada centimetro desse mapa quase infinito e cheio de misterios.
  69. UnrealByBladee
    May 24, 2023
    10
    From world-building to lore...everything is just perfect. It takes Metroidvania and Souls-like elements and combines them amazingly. The concept of the game is great and the art style and boss fights are very unique as well. The only game ever I'll rate a 10/10!
  70. Paradox2
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    My scores:

    Graphics: 10
    Sound: 10
    History: 10
    Gameplay: 10
    Worldbuilding: 10
    Innovation: 10
    Characters: 10
  71. OuTeyR
    Jun 2, 2023
    10
    Un juego maravilloso con una ambientación mágica y melancólica. No puedo expresar el amor que siento por este juego; literalmente me cambió la vida. Yo estaba pasando por un periodo de mi vida muy triste y casi depresivo. Hollow Knight fué como una terapia, plasma de forma perfecta la depresión y la gama de colores sumada al diseño de personajes lo convierten en uno de los mejores juegosUn juego maravilloso con una ambientación mágica y melancólica. No puedo expresar el amor que siento por este juego; literalmente me cambió la vida. Yo estaba pasando por un periodo de mi vida muy triste y casi depresivo. Hollow Knight fué como una terapia, plasma de forma perfecta la depresión y la gama de colores sumada al diseño de personajes lo convierten en uno de los mejores juegos que han existido. Si pudiera le daría 500/10… Expand
  72. HydrophobikFish
    Jun 9, 2023
    10
    My favorite metroidvania. Lots of build variety. Atmosphere and settiing is top notch. Character design and art style is evocative and creative. Insane content for value, and boss design is super fun. Worth it for any fan of metroidvanias.
  73. Akakenbu
    Jun 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El mejor indie que he jugado en mi vida, simplemente todo es perfecto y tan bien conectado que es mágico, saquen SKILSONG!!!!!!!… Expand
  74. Pilest
    Jul 3, 2023
    10
    I believe that games like every other thing in the world are experiences. We live through experiences all the time and they shape who we become. This game is far more than just what it is. It is a core part of my life that helped shape me beyond gaming. It’s pretty good. 8/10
  75. SunricesS
    Jul 5, 2023
    10
    Hollow Knight is the game that made me love metroidvania. Its world, lore, mechanics, graphics, and challenging structure have made me addicted. I've completed the game multiple times, even achieving 112% completion, and I still haven't gotten bored of playing it. I recommend this game to everyone
  76. siell2001
    Jul 11, 2023
    10
    this game is Dark souls of course with its own story and with a great design, beautiful and great story 100/100
  77. HollowKing
    Jul 12, 2023
    10
    Provavelmente um dos melhores indies games já feito, o jogo tem diversas DLCs e muito, mas muito mesmo a se fazer, sem contar o fato do capricho e dedicação do pessoal da Cherry na sua criação. Um primor.
  78. MBproGam3r
    Jul 13, 2023
    10
    Hollow Knight is widely regarded as the pinnacle of the metroidvania genre, offering an unparalleled blend of atmospheric exploration, tight gameplay mechanics, and a captivating world to uncover. Its sprawling, interconnected map is a masterclass in level design, filled with secrets, hidden paths, and diverse environments that never cease to amaze. The game's intricate lore and richHollow Knight is widely regarded as the pinnacle of the metroidvania genre, offering an unparalleled blend of atmospheric exploration, tight gameplay mechanics, and a captivating world to uncover. Its sprawling, interconnected map is a masterclass in level design, filled with secrets, hidden paths, and diverse environments that never cease to amaze. The game's intricate lore and rich storytelling, conveyed through subtle environmental cues and cryptic NPCs, immerse players in a hauntingly beautiful world. The combat in Hollow Knight is precise and challenging, rewarding players for their mastery of various weapon and spell combinations. With its exceptional attention to detail and the sheer depth of its content, Hollow Knight stands as a testament to what a metroidvania game can achieve.… Expand
  79. leopardosss
    Jul 20, 2023
    10
    Just perfect! My favorite game i had ever played before. It can be difficult in multiple ways but is so satisfying at the same time!
  80. voiceofreason69
    Jul 22, 2023
    10
    It's Perfect, no truer words have ever come out of my keyboard, Hollow knight is a perfect game, beautiful graphics, Excellent Gameplay, Responsive controls, a great story, Challenging but rewarding, and filled to the brim with content. When I reached ending 1 i was at about 47%, when I reached ending 3 I was at 84%, And now, trying to beat Pantheon of hollownest in order to gain endings 4It's Perfect, no truer words have ever come out of my keyboard, Hollow knight is a perfect game, beautiful graphics, Excellent Gameplay, Responsive controls, a great story, Challenging but rewarding, and filled to the brim with content. When I reached ending 1 i was at about 47%, when I reached ending 3 I was at 84%, And now, trying to beat Pantheon of hollownest in order to gain endings 4 and 5, I am at 107%, Im at somewhere between 140-200 Hours in the game, I completely adore this game, And the best thing of all for you money conscient people, its only $20ish, while most amazing games are $60-70… Expand
  81. silverr17
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    Para mí, uno de los pocos juegos que me a ayudado a dejar atrás el vicio de juegos online como FIFA o Rocket Leage. Me encanta su estética y su jugabilidad y se lo recomendaría a todos aquellos q estuviesen en mi situación y que aunque el inicio sea algo costoso y te apetezca dejarlo, le des una oportunidad que no te defraudará.
  82. mehh5
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    I adore this games characters and the story is intresting plus its one of the best metroidvania ever
  83. Cementite
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    This game is by far my favourite game I have ever played. Graphics and world is great. However, music I think is the best, it made my experience much much better.
  84. humansoul
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    when first i downloaded
    I did not know what master peace it was
    I was like why this is not famous
    but checked and it was
  85. drdavidow
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Everything to say about this game has been said. It's a masterpiece that deserves to be played.
  86. Salex12
    Aug 21, 2023
    10
    Esse jogo raramente decepciona, impossível não gostar desse jogo, a história é muito boa combate tudo muito bom
  87. Massraider
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    This is the greatest work of the digital gaming industry. The game has a wonderful atmosphere, an interesting plot and combat mechanics. I'm really looking forward to continuing... I hope Silksong won't keep you waiting long!
  88. Alarchou
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    La DA est magnifique, on a l'impression de jouer au sein d'un tableau et les OST sont sublimes. Le gameplay et la difficulté du jeu est addictive, me poussant à accomplir des prouesses que je pensais impossible en battant certains boss. L'histoire est super intéressante et le fait qu'elle ne soit pas explicite la rend encore meilleure.
  89. Lukart59
    Aug 30, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is without a doubt one of the best metroidvanias I’ve ever played. Amazing lore, challenging and well designed fights, and rewarding exploration. The true ending was great, and radiance was a really hard but rewarding boss fight.… Expand
  90. Aquilex
    Sep 4, 2023
    10
    Hollow knight for switch is a masterpiece, the controls are very good the fps is very good, and the game is a one of the best games in the world of games
  91. Kawibou
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Un must have !
    On apparait, là, dans le corps d’une sorte d’insecte, perdu. Puis on prend un malin plaisir à parcourir ce vaste monde sous-terrain, à en découvrir ou redécouvrir ses multiples recoins et secrets, à maîtriser le maniement de notre personnage, à mourir et recommencer maintes fois des boss coriaces avec des designs variés. Et puis on commence à comprendre l’histoire de ce    Un must have !
    On apparait, là, dans le corps d’une sorte d’insecte, perdu. Puis on prend un malin plaisir à parcourir ce vaste monde sous-terrain, à en découvrir ou redécouvrir ses multiples recoins et secrets, à maîtriser le maniement de notre personnage, à mourir et recommencer maintes fois des boss coriaces avec des designs variés. Et puis on commence à comprendre l’histoire de ce monde, et le rôle qu’on peut choisir d’y jouer. Vraiment une pépite du jeu vidéo, à mettre entre toutes les mains.    … Expand
  92. SamAxe00
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    Didn't expect it to be so good. Very challenging but so much fun and the world and art is very creative. Frame rate on the Switch struggled a little bit in some of the optional extra difficult areas.
  93. ShiverinEskimo
    Jul 2, 2018
    9
    While the initial hours you put into the game are punishing, there is just enough feeling of progression and achievement to get you to the point where it clicks and suddenly the abilities and map progression drive you onward and the addiction sets in. There is zero hand-holding, the punishment for failure can be high and there's a constant feeling that everything in the game is gearedWhile the initial hours you put into the game are punishing, there is just enough feeling of progression and achievement to get you to the point where it clicks and suddenly the abilities and map progression drive you onward and the addiction sets in. There is zero hand-holding, the punishment for failure can be high and there's a constant feeling that everything in the game is geared against you, but beating the maps and its bosses brings greater amounts of satisfaction and relief because of it. Highly recommended.… Expand
  94. MrTusks
    Jan 12, 2021
    9
    A glorious Metroidvania. The hand-drawn aesthetic is beautiful.

    Very hard, sometimes too hard.
  95. hoppynsc
    Oct 14, 2019
    9
    Superb 'metrovania' game that has you playing as the Hollow Knight, a mysterious being exploring a twisted kingdom to unearth its secrets. A classic game in the genre that is simple to jump into but gets more complicated as you acquire new items and abilities to fully explore the world and battle its many enemies. While it can be challenging at first, with each new area discovered andSuperb 'metrovania' game that has you playing as the Hollow Knight, a mysterious being exploring a twisted kingdom to unearth its secrets. A classic game in the genre that is simple to jump into but gets more complicated as you acquire new items and abilities to fully explore the world and battle its many enemies. While it can be challenging at first, with each new area discovered and monster defeated, you get a nice level of accomplishment. The world itself if wonderfully unique and fun to explore in itself, with gorgeous graphic and sound design. A true, modern classic.… Expand
  96. thryce3
    Mar 4, 2021
    9
    So it's another Metroidvania with great art direction and sound design and well refined gameplay and story. It has a reputation as one of the best, which I think is mostly well deserved.
    There are a couple of design choices that irritate me. You shouldn't have to spend $ and charm slots for a compass and to fill in your map as you go. Even when you do, it only fills in when you save at a    So it's another Metroidvania with great art direction and sound design and well refined gameplay and story. It has a reputation as one of the best, which I think is mostly well deserved.
    There are a couple of design choices that irritate me. You shouldn't have to spend $ and charm slots for a compass and to fill in your map as you go. Even when you do, it only fills in when you save at a bench and if you already have a map of the area. On top of that, I only found a few of the charms useful as many took too many slots to be worthwhile.
    That aside, I rarely had to look at a FAQ (which is rare for metroidvanias) and thoroughly enjoyed my time. It's also much bigger than expected.    … Expand
  97. Bloodish
    Aug 4, 2018
    9
    I bought Hollow Knight on a whim as my first game on my recently aquired Nintendo Switch. I though it would just be something to keep me busy until I could buy some other main Nintendo titles like Breath of the Wild or Mario Odyssey. But before I knew it, the game had me sucked in, and I've now spent 55 hours on it and completed the game 105%.

    The first couple of hours were a bit rough.    I bought Hollow Knight on a whim as my first game on my recently aquired Nintendo Switch. I though it would just be something to keep me busy until I could buy some other main Nintendo titles like Breath of the Wild or Mario Odyssey. But before I knew it, the game had me sucked in, and I've now spent 55 hours on it and completed the game 105%.

    The first couple of hours were a bit rough. You feel weighed down by the fact that you don't have much mobility and don't know where to go. But as soon as you get the compass and start having a sense of direction, the game picks up speed.

    I really, REALLY enjoyed this game. My only drawbacks are the slow start and the fact that most of the story is very vaguely told. The universe is interesting, and the journey throughout the game is
    very enjoyable, but it can be hard to put the pieces of the story together without reading a bit on the wiki for the game.    … Expand
  98. Ammer1981
    Oct 27, 2018
    9
    We live in a great gaming era where indies keep genre's alive and expand far beyond. Hollow Knight is such a case. It's an overwhelming and mesmerizing experience hard to let go. It sticks and tickles. The tone, aesthetics, gameplay and sound really suck you in. It gives you that drive to explore what's next, beyond that boss, era or challenge. For the price it is truly insane what you getWe live in a great gaming era where indies keep genre's alive and expand far beyond. Hollow Knight is such a case. It's an overwhelming and mesmerizing experience hard to let go. It sticks and tickles. The tone, aesthetics, gameplay and sound really suck you in. It gives you that drive to explore what's next, beyond that boss, era or challenge. For the price it is truly insane what you get and the game is perfect for the Nintendo Switch. A must own for all metroid-vania fans. With Hollow Knight you purchase something special. It breathes a special kind of love.… Expand
  99. TheRedFern
    Jul 8, 2023
    9
    I can't believe I am raiting a game a 10 without beating it. I just couldn't! But I loved it and have since gotten into extremely difficult games. It is beautiful, its gameplay is flawless, and the animations are so wonderful to watch.
  100. Greysteel
    Jun 13, 2018
    9
    It's as if the masterminds behind Metroid, Castlevania and Bloodbourne tied an entomologist to a chair, put a gun to thier head, and demanded a refreshing new idea for a charming, yet still challenging, platformer RPG. It's that damn good.
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Universal acclaim - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  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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