Hollow Knight

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  1. VTL
    Nov 20, 2019
    8
    Genial juego de plataformas 2D Metroidvania que hace las delicias de cualquier persona que le guste el genero. Dificil, artisticamente imponente y largo de narices... Mencion especial la version definitiva de NS que encima la juegas donde quieras....
  2. captaint
    Nov 19, 2019
    10
    Definitely MUST PLAY. Apart from the beautiful design, vibrant orchestral score and tons of diferent kinds enemies, Hollow Knight 's action / level / boss design is surprising good. 30 hours to finish the basic game and another 30 hours to beat the hidden boss! Thank you dev so much for the beautiful work!
  3. 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.
  4. 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€.
  5. 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
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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
  9. naolux
    Oct 24, 2019
    0
    Bad Switch port, the lightning is set so low and the graphics resolution is so bad compared to the other versions of the game...
  10. kevisiu
    Oct 24, 2019
    9
    Price-quality relation 10/10, it has at least 40 hours of game and lots of more apart from the story. The map is also incredible, must play indie game
  11. SwitchItUp
    Oct 23, 2019
    7
    Fair warning - this game is massive, and takes an average of 30 to 40 hours to complete. If you're looking for a game that is moderately difficult and has a reasonable number of checkpoints - Hollow Knight is not for you. If you're looking for a game which gives you a map, clear instructions, and quick upgrades - Hollow Knight is not for you. If you're looking for a game where you can getFair warning - this game is massive, and takes an average of 30 to 40 hours to complete. If you're looking for a game that is moderately difficult and has a reasonable number of checkpoints - Hollow Knight is not for you. If you're looking for a game which gives you a map, clear instructions, and quick upgrades - Hollow Knight is not for you. If you're looking for a game where you can get lost in the world, enjoy a haunting orchestral soundtrack, and fight your estranged soul for gold - Congratulations! This is the game for you.

    Mechanics-wise, the bug protagonist handles reasonably well. He can turn on a dime, attack in the four cardinal directions, and eventually gain other skills such as dash. My only complaints are that his reach is sadly short and his jump is floaty. While there are upgrades to increase his reach, they are found a few hours into the game, meaning that most fights up until that point are hit and runs. As for his jump, the floaty quality only becomes a problem when attempting to attack aerial enemies. As soon as the jump button is released in favor of the attack button, he begins to fall.

    All in all, this is a game that requires commitment. While I still haven't finished it and it isn't on my top five list, I have to admire all of the work that went into making it.    … Expand
  12. GValls15
    Oct 21, 2019
    9
    Best indie game i have played. I didnt know about indie games but i decided to play Hollow Knight and it was a perfect experience on switch. I will continue playing these kind of games. Pd: Sorry for my poor english
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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
  16. jleonardobp
    Sep 27, 2019
    9
    Este es uno de mis juegos favoritos de todos los tiempos, adictivo, nivel de dificultad alto, en especial con los jefes finales.
    La música y el arte son increíbles, la historia es buena pero recomiendo ver vídeos para entender más, ya que mucha de la historia se adquiere atravez de la ambientación, objetos y pláticas con NPC.
    Parte del juego lo jugue con exploración personal y parte    Este es uno de mis juegos favoritos de todos los tiempos, adictivo, nivel de dificultad alto, en especial con los jefes finales.
    La música y el arte son increíbles, la historia es buena pero recomiendo ver vídeos para entender más, ya que mucha de la historia se adquiere atravez de la ambientación, objetos y pláticas con NPC.
    Parte del juego lo jugue con exploración personal y parte utilizando una guia.
    Lo único que no me gustó y por lo cual le pongo un nueve es que para poder completar este juego en su totalidad requiere de demasiado trabajo, y el nivel de dificultad se escala a un punto que en lo personal ya no disfruto, en especial el DLC "God Master".    … Expand
  17. wemelchor
    Sep 24, 2019
    1
    Game too hard and atmosphere too shallow to keep my interest. Nothing about the game's theme, story, atmosphere, or setting inspires me to keep playing. Even when I constantly die, the save point is often far far away from the area I am stuck on. I end up getting stuck in one area too often, the game mechanics are too stiff to allow for any room for improving. The game will punish you forGame too hard and atmosphere too shallow to keep my interest. Nothing about the game's theme, story, atmosphere, or setting inspires me to keep playing. Even when I constantly die, the save point is often far far away from the area I am stuck on. I end up getting stuck in one area too often, the game mechanics are too stiff to allow for any room for improving. The game will punish you for even existing or being around. dull forgetable soundtrack, graphics are an eyesore.… Expand
  18. 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
  19. sinantos
    Sep 23, 2019
    10
    I am about to %100 finish the game having put more than 150 hours into it. It surprises me almost in every corner I turn in the game. Lots of hidden places and collectibles to explore. Amazing sound, music and 2D art. Story telling is similar to Dark Souls, you gain information piece by piece. Game-play could be very difficult sometimes but it gives incredible satisfaction at the end.
  20. 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.
  21. Mizuiro
    Sep 11, 2019
    8
    Very fun and well designed game. Recommended. But the difficulty can be crazy stupid in a lot of bosses... I think it should have an option to choose difficult ... I want to enjoy the DLCs but the crazy difficult levels make it impossible to enjoy, only for very hardcore gamers with tons of time and patience.
  22. Nevermorenights
    Sep 9, 2019
    4
    Hollow Knight is an amazing game for its story and its narrative, but if you are a casual player and you want to experience all the game has to offer in terms of art, enemies, bosses, and endings, expect to see the game less as an enjoyable experience, and more as a chore with some bosses and locations easily taking hours just to overcome. I'm all for a challenge, but not if it takes awayHollow Knight is an amazing game for its story and its narrative, but if you are a casual player and you want to experience all the game has to offer in terms of art, enemies, bosses, and endings, expect to see the game less as an enjoyable experience, and more as a chore with some bosses and locations easily taking hours just to overcome. I'm all for a challenge, but not if it takes away from the enjoyment of the game itself.… Expand
  23. RdeRuben
    Sep 5, 2019
    3
    OVERRATED THIS GAME.

    Good things:
    - good gameplay - good bosses - Good dessign draw
    Bad things:
    - The map, the save points, the rute,
    This things take me out of the game about 30 times in all the experience.
  24. PannacottaFugo
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    Hollow Knight tries to be a modern Metroidvania and exceeds greatly at it. Simple but very fun gameplay, extremely expansive lore, and amazing boss fights, huge areas that are intriguing to explore, and many different enemies to fight. One thing I don't like much however is the lack of many weapons and ways to attack. Unlike Casltlevania: Symphony of the Night or even Metroid. You got aHollow Knight tries to be a modern Metroidvania and exceeds greatly at it. Simple but very fun gameplay, extremely expansive lore, and amazing boss fights, huge areas that are intriguing to explore, and many different enemies to fight. One thing I don't like much however is the lack of many weapons and ways to attack. Unlike Casltlevania: Symphony of the Night or even Metroid. You got a standard sword that goes in many directions that's length you can extend and that's about it. No sub-weapons or entirely new weapons. Other than that it's an excellent experience.… Expand
  25. bmdemora
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    Es bonito, imprescindible, supone un reto y engancha de principio a fin por su ambientación única y jugabilidad.
  26. 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!!!!
  27. ENERGONX
    Sep 2, 2019
    9
    Me encanta este juego , esta muy bien echo .La ambientación, el armado artístico , la jugabilidad y la re jugabilidad , son una obra maestra para ser un indie.
  28. 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
  29. vs17
    Aug 28, 2019
    10
    Amazing game with pretty scenarios. Exquisite gameplay that engages in non-stop play.
  30. nightbengal
    Aug 23, 2019
    7
    Excellent gameplay, fine-tuned handling, a great soundtrack and effects, and the animation is smooth and precise, with only a couple occasional 'camera jumps' that do not affect play or movement. The game has a huge world that is fun to explore, which is where most of the enjoyment came for me. If I could rate the game based on these factors alone, it would be a 10.

    The plot, however,    Excellent gameplay, fine-tuned handling, a great soundtrack and effects, and the animation is smooth and precise, with only a couple occasional 'camera jumps' that do not affect play or movement. The game has a huge world that is fun to explore, which is where most of the enjoyment came for me. If I could rate the game based on these factors alone, it would be a 10.

    The plot, however, was unfortunately and obviously an afterthought (admitted by Team Cherry). It is dark and gets darker, sparse in the beginning and really picking up speed toward the end of the game. There are multiple endings, most of which are behind a very serious difficulty ramp late-game that has seen many a player rage-quit and none of which, in my opinion, turn out well for the Knight that is attempting to clean up the mess others left behind. Also, one of the many random NPCs is a character that is obviously meant to be disabled and is busy poking her young with a sharp stick, which some may find disturbing or even triggering.

    This was a fun play until the difficulty got to be too much and the plot issues overwhelmed any remaining sense of achievement. I can only hope the upcoming Silksong pays closer attention to this. Still worth a play, though.    … Expand
  31. YanChugunov
    Aug 21, 2019
    10
    Best Game , in this game, interestno explore the world and there are many memorable characters. Im from Russian
  32. LordDecky
    Aug 6, 2019
    10
    This is the best Metroidvania out there hands down. This has perfected the genre with environmental, dark souls-Esque storytelling with brutally challenging combat that is completely addicting after the first few minutes. Do yourself a favor and buy this game
  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. alexbudke
    Jul 22, 2019
    8
    A great metroidvannia game that will have you exploring beautiful worlds. My only hang up on this game is the lack of story. There was nothing there that would initially hook you to continue playing it.
  35. bl1rt
    Jul 13, 2019
    2
    A lot of folks like it, and that's great. I didn't though:
    To me, the game looks very distinct, but it doesn't bring much else to the table. Particularly the fighting system felt uninspired and blunt - hop, prick, hop, repeat.
    Repetition overall became a huge annoyance quickly, as the game makes you do the exact same thing again and again, for example when you have to learn the moves of    A lot of folks like it, and that's great. I didn't though:
    To me, the game looks very distinct, but it doesn't bring much else to the table. Particularly the fighting system felt uninspired and blunt - hop, prick, hop, repeat.
    Repetition overall became a huge annoyance quickly, as the game makes you do the exact same thing again and again, for example when you have to learn the moves of a boss to beat him (i.e. when he let's you do the hop prick hop), and you need to go ten times through the same five or so screens to get to him.
    I like challenging games a lot, but with HK, it felt artificial and unrewarding to me - more of a cop-out to justify the very limited battle system.

    Played it for about 10 hours and then realized how the game feels like menial labor and overall annoys me, and that I have no interest in exploring it further, so I deleted it. To me, it felt like a very average game with an above-average look.    … Expand
  36. 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
  37. 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!
  38. he110me
    Jul 9, 2019
    10
    Stellar metroidvania that pulls off the genre flawlessly, while improving on the formula significantly.

    Everything from pacing, environments, level design, enemy design, boss design, characters, and music feels finely tuned. It starts off slow and empty, but builds into a deep and dynamic world full of mystery as the player progresses. There are challenges to be had, most of them    Stellar metroidvania that pulls off the genre flawlessly, while improving on the formula significantly.

    Everything from pacing, environments, level design, enemy design, boss design, characters, and music feels finely tuned. It starts off slow and empty, but builds into a deep and dynamic world full of mystery as the player progresses. There are challenges to be had, most of them optional, but none of them meaningless.

    The game very much takes a "git gud" approach to it's challenges, but the difficulty curve isn't too steep. If you find yourself stuck on a section, you would be wise to put a pin in it and explore other sections (in true metroidvania fashion).    … Expand
  39. Artbit
    Jul 8, 2019
    9
    Hollow Knight è un titolo che sa come catturare il giocatore e che non assomiglia affatto ad un prodotto amatoriale anzi, la produzione del Team Cherry è in grado di far invidia a gran parte dell'universo dei giochi tripla a, insegnando che la passione è fondamentale per la realizzazione di un buon titolo.
    Il titolo ci metterà nei panni di un cavaliere anonimo e silenzioso, che come molti    Hollow Knight è un titolo che sa come catturare il giocatore e che non assomiglia affatto ad un prodotto amatoriale anzi, la produzione del Team Cherry è in grado di far invidia a gran parte dell'universo dei giochi tripla a, insegnando che la passione è fondamentale per la realizzazione di un buon titolo.
    Il titolo ci metterà nei panni di un cavaliere anonimo e silenzioso, che come molti altri avventurieri si cala nelle profondità della terra, a Nidosacro, reame ormai in rovina e che sembra nascondere non pochi segreti, attorno a questi segreti si districherà una trama interessante, ma niente di più. Hollow Knight infatti giocherà le sue carte migliori durante l'esplorazione delle varie aree che compongono Nidosacro, queste zone saranno infatti estremamente caratterizzate da uno stile grafico unico. Sebbene nelle prime ore di gioco sarà percepibile una sensazione di grande oppressione, dato che è chiaro sin da subito che la mappa è enorme, ma (da buon metroidvania) serviranno le abilità giuste per poter esplorare a piacimento le aree di gioco; però nelle fasi più avanzate di gioco proverete una stupenda soddisfazione nel trovare segreti e nuove aree. Ovviamente nei tunnel sotterranei del reame avremo modo di trovare una grande varietà di nemici pronti a farci la pelle e boss sempre estremamente diversi, ma sempre spietati, su cui perderemo parecchie vite; infatti il titolo indie è parecchio difficile, sarà quindi necessario apprendere al meglio il sistema di combattimento, che col progredire del gioco diventa sempre più difficile; oltre ai movimenti (quasi) impeccabili che la produzione australiana ci richiederà (soprattutto durante le boss fight) porteranno a molteplici morti, dopo ognuna di queste, saremo privati del nostro denaro e di parte delle nostre anime (utili per attaccare e per curarsi), potremo poi recuperarle tornando sul luogo del decesso e sconfiggendo il nostro fantasma, fortunatamente non lo troveremo esattamente dove siamo morti, così ci permetterà di affrontare prima lui, per poi vendicarci dei nostri assassini, dopo ogni morte verremo portati direttamente all'ultima panchina su cui ci siamo seduti, le panchine sono dei check point, che aggiorneranno la mappa (tra l'altro molto funzionale), faranno respownare i nemici e ci cureranno, un po' come i falò di Dark Souls. Dopo ogni morte sarà essenziale capire perché siamo stati sconfitti, se per un nostro errore o per un equipaggiamento non adatto, si potranno infatti indossare alcuni amuleti, tutti con effetti diversi e dato che non potremo usarli tutti in contemporanea, dovremo scegliere i migliori e dovremo stare attenti anche al fatto che i gingilli avranno effetti cumulabili, questo aggiunge una componente strategica di spessore, anche perché potremo cambiare amuleti solo mentre siamo seduti sulle panchine. La colonna sonora sarà in grado di accompagnare la nostra solitaria avventura, rendendo ancor più magico questa perla, che fa della cura nel dettaglio il suo maggior pregio, fermandoci qualche secondo in più ad ammirare le varie schermate, ognuna di loro infatti nasconde chicche fantastiche. La sessa cura è stata riposta nel level disign a dir poco perfetto, anche se qualche volta una panchina in più non sarebbe guastata. Indubbiamente epico il titolo sviluppato dal team Cherry rapisce il giocatore e lo stupisce per tutta la sua durata, costuendo un racconto solido, un gameplay impegnativo, ambientandoli in un mondo davvero grande. È un gioco che dovete avere se siete avvezzi al mondo dei metroidvania o dei souls-like.    … Expand
  40. Wences
    Jul 7, 2019
    10
    This game is absolutely perfect, there isn't nothing wrong in it. Hollow Knight is the best metroidvania game that I've played in years. Their dark and artistic designs, hard and fair mechanics, unforgettable music... all their features are simply perfect. The most relevant stuffs are its story and difficulty. You will spend over 20 hours to complete it and after that you've a lot ofThis game is absolutely perfect, there isn't nothing wrong in it. Hollow Knight is the best metroidvania game that I've played in years. Their dark and artistic designs, hard and fair mechanics, unforgettable music... all their features are simply perfect. The most relevant stuffs are its story and difficulty. You will spend over 20 hours to complete it and after that you've a lot of interesting contents ahead (for instance, there are three DLC for free). If you like challenging video games such as Dark Souls, indie video games or you want to prove one that you'll never forget, you must play it.… Expand
  41. 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.
  42. Roadkill9804
    Jun 30, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Game is **** Lost entire games worth of money cause random areas seal up. Don't buy.… Expand
  43. juanlobo
    Jun 28, 2019
    7
    Well the game isn't bad, I like the graphics, the level design, the atmosphere, the gameplay etc ... but jezz the difficulty is horrendous, is cheap and is a chore that when you die in a boss (you are going to die, die, die, die, die, die, DIIIEEEEE!!! A LOT in every boss) you respawn in a checkpoint that almost always are faaar away and you have to walk a lot to try and die again, andWell the game isn't bad, I like the graphics, the level design, the atmosphere, the gameplay etc ... but jezz the difficulty is horrendous, is cheap and is a chore that when you die in a boss (you are going to die, die, die, die, die, die, DIIIEEEEE!!! A LOT in every boss) you respawn in a checkpoint that almost always are faaar away and you have to walk a lot to try and die again, and again, and again ...… Expand
  44. Collaps666
    Jun 27, 2019
    10
    Офигительная игра, лучше чем серия Соулс (более дружелюбная к игроку). Приятнее играть на Свиче.
  45. 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 :/
  46. 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
  47. 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
  48. 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
  49. 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.
  50. bskierys
    May 31, 2019
    10
    This is the game I will compare all 2D platformers to in upcoming years.
    Hollow Knight is not just yet another Metroidvania. It is more like an open-world game of 2D platformers. And it is so much fun to explore Hollownest and unveil its history. Moving around the levels is fluent thanks to perfectly designed responsive controls, stunning visuals, and beautiful music. Every area is    This is the game I will compare all 2D platformers to in upcoming years.
    Hollow Knight is not just yet another Metroidvania. It is more like an open-world game of 2D platformers. And it is so much fun to explore Hollownest and unveil its history. Moving around the levels is fluent thanks to perfectly designed responsive controls, stunning visuals, and beautiful music. Every area is different and has a unique purpose in this mysterious world.
    The game is challenging. It is not an easy title but it is also not super hard. If you find that one particular enemy or boss fight is too hard for you, you can go back to explore the world, find some charms or upgrades and come back stronger than before.
    The game is very much focused around combat. Oh, and it does the job well. The bosses in this game are one of the best-designed bosses I ever faced (with Nightmare King Grimm being the best boss fight I ever had). Each of their attacks is dangerous but telegraphed perfectly and your character controls are as responsive as they can be. When you die - you know that it was your fault and you want to improve. When you win, after this couple of unsuccessful trials, you have this great feeling that you won with tough enemy thanks to your skills.
    The story of the game is told through the environment. You will land in a mysterious world after the fall of the civilization of the Hollownest. You will find characters that will tell you about its past glory, find some items, scrolls, and forgotten places. There will be almost no cutscenes. This method of storytelling led me to browsing through the web in search of answers. I wanted to know every bit of information about the game lore that I could find. I was thinking about the game even when I wasn't playing.
    Exploration in this game is thrilling as you never know where you should be going. Each time you enter a new area, you have no map for it. This is the feeling of being lost on the adventure that you won't be getting from modern triple-A games with the minimap constantly in the corner.
    Although I gave a 10/10 score, there are some issues with the game I would like to mention. Sometimes the game feels unbalanced. Some end-game bosses are so much easier to defeat than some of the early ones (e.g Marmu). Some of the challenges feel more like a test for your patience than your skills (e.g. trial of the fool). The checkpoint system is also a bit irritating, as it often requires you to travel long distances to get back to the boss fight once you died.
    But these problems will not change my mind, that this game is a 2D platforming masterpiece. Looking forward to Silksong.    … Expand
  51. Hugodrummer
    May 31, 2019
    10
    Wonderful game with a beautiful soundtrack. Can't go wrong with this game.
  52. 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.
  53. Frikiseta
    May 22, 2019
    10
    El mejor Metroidvania no solo de 2017, sino quizá de todos los tiempos, pudiendo hacer frente a gigantes del género como Castlevania Shimphony of the night o Super Metroid. Una maravilla audiovisual, con composiciones extraordinarias y un estilo gráfico de infarto. Absolutamente recomendado, nunca un juego ha encajado tan bien en Switch.
  54. KatRat
    May 20, 2019
    1
    Why people enjoy this game has become something that intrigues me and cannot understand yet. This monotonous, everlasting loop of a game made want to scream for a refund. I ultimately decided to eliminate any traces of this game in mi console. Best decision I´ve made.
  55. AlphaMale
    May 19, 2019
    9
    I have to say this is my favorite game to this day, I normally play first person shooters so this genre of gaming is new to me. When i started playing i couldn't even jump and attack at the same time, but towards the end of the game I felt as if my attacks where so smooth that i could finish the Colosseum of Fools without dying. The sound track is amazing but i missed out on most of itI have to say this is my favorite game to this day, I normally play first person shooters so this genre of gaming is new to me. When i started playing i couldn't even jump and attack at the same time, but towards the end of the game I felt as if my attacks where so smooth that i could finish the Colosseum of Fools without dying. The sound track is amazing but i missed out on most of it because i got too scared when i was exploring Deepnest, so i put on Time to Say Goodbye on a constant re loop. This game is worth 50 yours of you life but if your me it'll last 150 hours.… Expand
  56. 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.
  57. 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
  58. Lucky1010101
    Apr 15, 2019
    9
    You know what I never wished that I could be? A bug. But I played Hollow Knight. And I loved every second of it. If you're looking for a negative review of this game, look elsewhere. However, I will be attempting to be fair in my assessment, so let's dig in.

    Let's start with the thing that will hit you immediately when you pick up the game- presentation. The opening cutscene sets the    You know what I never wished that I could be? A bug. But I played Hollow Knight. And I loved every second of it. If you're looking for a negative review of this game, look elsewhere. However, I will be attempting to be fair in my assessment, so let's dig in.

    Let's start with the thing that will hit you immediately when you pick up the game- presentation. The opening cutscene sets the dark yet loveable tone that haunts you throughout. Once your character (who has no name, but I will refer to as ‘the Knight’) drops into the opening area, you get to see the game’s art style, and it’s fantastic. The game looks like a cartoon. Every NPC, enemy and boss you’ll encounter (and you’ll encounter a lot) stands out well from the background, but still feels like part of the same cohesive whole. You’ll never find something that feels out of place; the spiders in Deepnest match the grim and dark caverns they reside in, for example. Those backgrounds are beautiful as well; the lighting is subtle but effective and the backdrops give the world and areas a sense of scale and wonder. Almost all of the areas feel very distinct (except from Greenpath and Queen’s Gardens, which feel rather similar) and some are simply breathtaking. The monotonous rain in City of Tears, the falling corpses of Kingdom’s Edge and the intense darkness of the Abyss (to name a few) are simply astonishing. Ari Gibson’s illustrations really were something to behold but they hardly hold a candle to the brilliance of Christopher Larkin’s soundtrack. Some tracks are beautiful but with a hidden menace to them, while others are exhilarating. The world is brought alive through the combination of these factors.

    And what a world it is! By my count, there are 19 areas containing over 150 enemies and 46 bosses. Almost all the areas are visually distinct and the world is huge. Don’t fancy anything too taxing? Just go for a stroll and you’ll probably find something exciting to do or see. The world is at the forefront of this game (in much the same was as it was in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild) and it’s the world that provides most of the experience. For example: after reaching the Mantis Village and claiming the Mantis Claw, I challenged the Mantis Lords and died very quickly. I had a base level nail and was definitely not adept at the game yet, so it’s no surprise… Quirrel showed up and told me to try the city, but I ignored him and pressed onwards. In fact, I only found out where you use the city crest after finishing the game! Eventually, I defeated the Mantis Lords and pressed past them into Deepnest, which is easily the most creepy and overwhelming area in the whole game. I couldn’t find Cornifer anywhere and was constantly being ambushed by spiders. It took me at least 3 hours to find my way up to the Forgotten Crossroads and it’s experiences like these that make Hollow Knight special. The game can make you feel like you really are lost in a huge Kingdom. The enemies only reinforce this- there’re so many that the world feels diverse, and they’re so different from one another. Some are similar, and many are just fodder for you to smack through, but every single one feels manufactured to fit the experience.

    So how do we take down these enemies? Let’s switch over to talking about the combat system and user interface. At the start of the game, the Knight can only jump, swing his nail and move. You gain the heal ability and learn about the importance of soul within the first couple of minutes of playing the game (which makes me wonder why it wasn’t just implemented into your base move set). Over the course of the game, you’ll gain a dash ability, a wall jump, a double jump, 3 nail arts, 4 nail upgrades, 3 spells (and void upgrades to all 3), a super dash and a dash upgrade that gives you dash invincibility on a short cool down. As the game progresses, the Knight does too, making you feel every empowered. Your charm collection (a system wherein you equip different charms with a variety of effects) also expands rapidly, so that by the end of the game you feel not like a stranger to Hallownest, but rather it’s ruler. My issue, however, is that it takes too long to advance far enough in the game that combat feels awesome. I feel like the base move set could’ve been upgraded and new moves could’ve been placed closer to the start of the game, allowing the player to progress quickly. Then, some more extreme, game-breaking abilities could’ve been placed for the endgame as a final twist.

    There are many more things that I could talk about; the bosses are great (though some feel more like fodder), the story is phenomenal, the 3 free DLCs greatly expand the game and everything feels cohesive and whole. Hollow Knight is a must play on Switch. If not for a too slow progression to a complete move set, this gam would be a 10.    … Expand
  59. 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
  60. 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
  61. tuanis
    Apr 1, 2019
    5
    One of the most frustrating games I've ever played. No direction or assistance at all. You never know if you're in the right area, if you have the right skills, or if you're even making progress. This game is a great example of the power of hype.

    Thought the visuals and soundtrack were great. Would have loved it if the game helped me more.
  62. Rancisco
    Mar 31, 2019
    9
    Absolute piece of art. Amazing in all it's senses, I just kept playing for more than 100 hours and still remain things to do. It is an authentic gem everybody should play at least once if you haven't already.
    And finally a brief mention to the extremely beautiful, balanced and powerful score. Hollow Knight is everything but hollow.
  63. nusco
    Mar 23, 2019
    10
    It's hard to review Hollow Knight and not repeat everything that everybody else has been saying: it's a fantastic metroidvania game, it's beautiful to look at, it's hard, it's vast... But ultimately, all you can give is a short list of the reasons why it's worth sinking dozens of hours (hundreds, in my case) into this game.

    Yes, Hollow Knight is Dark Souls-hard. Sometimes, it asks you    It's hard to review Hollow Knight and not repeat everything that everybody else has been saying: it's a fantastic metroidvania game, it's beautiful to look at, it's hard, it's vast... But ultimately, all you can give is a short list of the reasons why it's worth sinking dozens of hours (hundreds, in my case) into this game.

    Yes, Hollow Knight is Dark Souls-hard. Sometimes, it asks you to do things that are way beyond your league as a gamer–no matter how good a gamer you are, this game will eventually push you to your limits. And yet, you'll stretch for those limits and eventually surpass them, because the game makes it feel like every victory is rightfully earned.

    For me, the depressingly dark atmosphere of Dark Souls was always a put-off. Hollow Knight is also dark in its own way, but its graphics is also cute and crisp, and the mood verges more towards melancholy and reflective. It's impossible not to be consistently sucked in by the gorgeous art style of this game.

    Another thing that kept me playing is the awareness that this amazingly vast game was produced by a tiny team of young indie developers. For me, Hollow Knight redefines what is possible to do in gaming. Not ever since the early '80s and the works of Ultimate I've been staring at a screen and wondering how a team of two or three people could ever produce something this amazingly refined. Hollow Knight challenges most 300-people-team AAA titles on their own ground (the sheer amount of content) and puts them to shame in a way that looks effortless.

    In conclusion, Hollow Knight is a game to respect. It sucks you in gently, and then locks you up and asks you to achieve impossible feats–and then keeps a stern eye on you and you struggle to comply. Nobody can guarantee that you won't hate Hollow Knight–but it could also be your favourite game ever. It's worth giving it a chance.    … Expand
  64. JayMike
    Mar 16, 2019
    10
    Español ;) Una joya que debía estar en la consola híbrida de Nintendo, port perfecto.
  65. Teirdalin
    Mar 16, 2019
    7
    The game is great from an artistic and controls perspective, but the difficulty is excessively unforgiving. Without any prior warning, dying twice will lose all of your collected money you made over the past day or so playing the game, encouraging heavy grinding to get it back. Wasted far too many hours trying to get back money lost from accidentally dying twice to some explosive plantsThe game is great from an artistic and controls perspective, but the difficulty is excessively unforgiving. Without any prior warning, dying twice will lose all of your collected money you made over the past day or so playing the game, encouraging heavy grinding to get it back. Wasted far too many hours trying to get back money lost from accidentally dying twice to some explosive plants and at this point am just getting sick of it. I read online that spending 1k at the shop you can get a key to unlock the crypt to the far right and get your money back~ but when going to there you discover that it's only previous death, which doesn't help at all and is a huge waste of a grind to unlock an waste your time on.

    The bosses are fun, the level design is fine, the world is easy to get lost in (in a bad way). I did enjoy the game up until the point I lost all my money; so you'll probably enjoy it too as long as you make sure to use the bank.

    And as much as I hate to call anything overhyped; the people saying it is overhyped are absolutely correct. It's a good game and all but definitely not a masterpiece.

    Also as an aside when looking up what peoples thoughts on the dying twice all your money penalty; people generally came to the consensus that the person should just "get good", which kind of hints at a very cancerous community.    … Expand
  66. Fortius
    Mar 14, 2019
    10
    Amazing game. I've loved every minute. I've played this much more than any of the $60 games I bought.
  67. 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
  68. 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
  69. Neatqt
    Feb 25, 2019
    9
    Cast: 9/10
    Story: 7/10
    Fun: 10/10
    Gameplay: 10/10

    MUST PLAY
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  70. RealmOTLostStar
    Feb 21, 2019
    10
    Great game, I didn't struggle much, and I can't wait to play Silksong. Highly recommend this game.
  71. 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.
  72. Grunty
    Feb 5, 2019
    7
    It is a bit funnier that Shovel knight (and more rewarding somehow) but still it is a hard game (dying repetitively on bosses is boring for me) but the ambiance/graphics and exploration are cool. It still annoy me that general tendency is to do hard games - or not putting the option of an easy game, here on bosses only: as a consumer, I try to avoid as soon as I am aware of it and onceIt is a bit funnier that Shovel knight (and more rewarding somehow) but still it is a hard game (dying repetitively on bosses is boring for me) but the ambiance/graphics and exploration are cool. It still annoy me that general tendency is to do hard games - or not putting the option of an easy game, here on bosses only: as a consumer, I try to avoid as soon as I am aware of it and once again I failed. Now I died 30 times on Hornet, trying to optimize everything (amulet with recovery, cocoon near to get 2 extra life each time...), I know what to do (I have the pattern of attacks) but still not managing to do it. I'm on the mode of opening the game for 10 death and close it to play something else. Maybe one day I will discover more of the game, which I found intriguing and interesting (I explored everything else possible with my limited options) and no I don't have the impression to personally learn something from this fight...
    Update: 20 hours later, I enjoy a bit more some part (collected 25 charms and starting to do combo with them), still avoiding as much as possible bosses (I only did false knight, hornet, dung defender and broken vessel), still facing a lot of death :)    … Expand
  73. gq_foine
    Jan 25, 2019
    4
    This is the MOST overrated game I have played on the Switch! I played a lot of games and poured hours into this one. I don't believe the critics or users because there are several major issues I have with this game.. I have cleared Bloodborne, Dark Souls, Salt and Sanctuary and lots of other hard games.. The difficulty isn't the problem I have with this game, but the entire gameplay.This is the MOST overrated game I have played on the Switch! I played a lot of games and poured hours into this one. I don't believe the critics or users because there are several major issues I have with this game.. I have cleared Bloodborne, Dark Souls, Salt and Sanctuary and lots of other hard games.. The difficulty isn't the problem I have with this game, but the entire gameplay. I feel like its work and NOT enjoyment.

    1) Gameplay - The little coins you pick up is sparse but more importantly you have to purchase everything, Map, other BS tedious stuff. Purchasing items becomes strange.. Its as though I have to purchase everything and work.. Its seems more like a chore than a game! Score 2

    2) Controls - complete BS - the Power shoot button is the same thing for healing! WTF! So i have accidentally hit the power shot button but wanted to heal - leaving it to be wasteful!*The jump is completely BS - I die more times sliding off the edge than I do with regular enemies. Someone said the controls are tight?? They are ABSOLUTELY NOT! When you jump the jump feels like there is an invisible wall and not a normal jump arc.. Score 3

    3)Graphics - People said visuals are great.. They are OK - they made it sound like this artwork is absolutely amazing.. The colors are nice but the actual artwork is ehhh.. Its basic stuff - 6

    4) Level designs are completely horrible. Some kid developed these level designs since they are NOT FLUID! Its gets tiresome and exhausting! I have to backtrack over and over trying to figure out where I can and can not go.. I spend countless hours trying to figure out oh can I get through here or not? Score 2

    5) Music and sound effects - 5. Its ok but this doesn't compete to Salt and Sanctuary..

    Overall, I paid and very disappointed in how I feel I was misled on this game. People said this is challenging.. I don't find it that bad.. What's bad is the level design, controls, and gameplay. The tedious management of changing out your pins for special abilities only at the REST stop is annoying. This game seems like the developer was trying to make you WORK for it rather than enjoy it! If I feel like am playing a game that requires me to do WORK WORK its no longer a game.. Its WORK! I love a great challenge and the bosses have been fun but that's about it!    … Expand
  74. 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
  75. epicboyblue
    Jan 18, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It was difficult not to give this game a ten, but there is reason for this. The game lacks a diagonal attack. It is inherently limiting. Also, we have been able to do diagonal shooting or attacking since the early nineties, if I remember correctly. I get it might be more animations, but it forces me to be in specific attack patterns when attacking enemies creating an illusion of difficulty. I say this because the only way I can attack enemies in a left/right/up/down format. The enemies have attack patterns that move in diagonals, which supports the illusion of difficulty because I can only attack in linear patterns forcing me to wait until there the attack is done in order to attack. The environment and level design is linear, even though Mega Man X started slopes. The best part of the game is the world and the lore surrounding this game. The combat isn't the best, but it does give the player a lot to do. That might sound hypocritical, but it does work well. I think the game doesn't do enough to feel like I'm in control, but diagonal attacks are finicky, much like Celeste with diagonal dashing. It is a phenomenal journey going through this game. it feels like an incredible adventure where every step is could lead to me being put in a more difficult situation. The lack of a map makes the journey more intense. It makes it worth the effort to get the map and a quill to write and fill in the map itself. I want to journey through every inch of the world and find the hidden treasures or bosses. I can't recommend this game enough for the price point. The combat is a little limiting, but not enough be detrimental to the game. I loved every second of this game.… Expand
  76. Loo_oo
    Jan 16, 2019
    10
    Et bien je lui mets 10 à ce petit metroidvania ! Franchement je n'ai rien à lui reprocher ... L'univers on aime ou on aime pas, mais en tant que fan de Tim Burton je suis tombé sous le charme.
    La direction artistique est totalement folle, l'ambiance sonore digne d'un bon film, la maniabilité parfaite, et la progression dans le jeu totalement libre. Vous pourrez faire évoluer les    Et bien je lui mets 10 à ce petit metroidvania ! Franchement je n'ai rien à lui reprocher ... L'univers on aime ou on aime pas, mais en tant que fan de Tim Burton je suis tombé sous le charme.
    La direction artistique est totalement folle, l'ambiance sonore digne d'un bon film, la maniabilité parfaite, et la progression dans le jeu totalement libre. Vous pourrez faire évoluer les compétences de votre petit héros pour passer les obstacles et avancer dans l'histoire qui vous promets plein de surprises. Un jeu qui a fait ses preuves sur d'autres supports et qui performe sur Switch en le rendant "mobile".
    Ce que j'ai aimé (+) :
    - Les graphismes, c'est simple mais tellement beau
    - La bande son
    - Une DA de folie, l'univers sombre du monde des insectes façon Tim Burton
    - La durée de vie, le jeu est très difficile sans être insurmontable. Vous passerez de nombreuses minutes sur certains passages.

    Ce que j'ai moins aimé (-) :
    - je cherche encore...    … Expand
  77. Rtheom
    Jan 16, 2019
    7
    A good metroidvania, but not great. It's fun, but repetitive and there are some questionable mechanics that seem to be there simply to pad out the run time of the game. The map mechanic is just annoying, needing to find an NPC in a maze of identical rooms with traps and pitfalls that you often can't see unless you've hit them once. Several of the broaches you collect that give youA good metroidvania, but not great. It's fun, but repetitive and there are some questionable mechanics that seem to be there simply to pad out the run time of the game. The map mechanic is just annoying, needing to find an NPC in a maze of identical rooms with traps and pitfalls that you often can't see unless you've hit them once. Several of the broaches you collect that give you "abilities" just end up making your character feel normal, instead of improved, like the broach that prevents you from bumping backward after a strike.

    The game does get more fun as you play, but the first several hours are a slog and it doesn't feel like it was a necessary one. It just feels like you start of lacking several basic abilities/characteristics that any standard metroidvania needs to make your character competent, and the only seeming explanation is "We needed a level up type system because all games have them now."

    The art style is interesting, but a little too bland for its own good as the novelty of it quickly wears off. The music is there, but doesn't really add anything. The controls are good, but could be a little bit tighter. The gameplay is fun, but its been done much better very recently.

    TLDR: Skip Hollow Knight. It's fun, but there's better stuff out there.    … Expand
  78. 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
  79. 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
  80. SwitchReview
    Dec 30, 2018
    10
    Hollow Knight is a game that made me rage-quit within a few hours, return to it after a month, and then end up buying it for multiple consoles.

    Pros: +Graphics - Amazing. The graphics alone are a 10/10. +Gameplay - This game will make you cuss a lot but you get better each time and I think that's what makes the game so rewarding. +Content - there is a huge map to explore and even    Hollow Knight is a game that made me rage-quit within a few hours, return to it after a month, and then end up buying it for multiple consoles.

    Pros:
    +Graphics - Amazing. The graphics alone are a 10/10.
    +Gameplay - This game will make you cuss a lot but you get better each time and I think that's what makes the game so rewarding.
    +Content - there is a huge map to explore and even after beating the last boss I am still at 55% completion. Also, Team Cherry just recently put out a free DLC.
    +Music - beautiful, gets the job done right each time by setting the mood for each area without being too distracting.

    Cons:
    -Difficulty - maybe? It does give a sense of achievement but it can be really hard to get into at first.

    Overall score: 9.7/10    … Expand
  81. SebboBastian
    Dec 24, 2018
    10
    Hollow knight and Ori is the best games in my favourite genre metroidvania style of games. This one, gothic and gloomy with so much details. Perfect fast fighting and exciting explorations! So much secrets and so much unique events, you can really feel the love from the devs in this game. Great dlc!
  82. Kaeru
    Dec 19, 2018
    8
    Ce jeu indé développé par trois personnes démonte bien des productions AAA : une DA absolument sublime, la musique, les environnements, le design des personnages, l'ambiance,... Tout est si bon dans Hollow Knight. Le gameplay es vif, il faut savoir parfois agir vite et avec vélocité. L’univers mystique qui semble être un crossover des productions de Tim Burton et des Miyasaki nous tient enCe jeu indé développé par trois personnes démonte bien des productions AAA : une DA absolument sublime, la musique, les environnements, le design des personnages, l'ambiance,... Tout est si bon dans Hollow Knight. Le gameplay es vif, il faut savoir parfois agir vite et avec vélocité. L’univers mystique qui semble être un crossover des productions de Tim Burton et des Miyasaki nous tient en haleine tout au long de nos découvertes. Il n'y a quasiment pas de dialogues, de cinématiques ou éléments narratifs quelconque; dans Hollow Knight, c'est bien l’univers qui raconter l'histoire. On ne connait même pas le nom du héro ou sa destinée, on arrive en terrain hostile, prêt à explorer un vaste monde.
    Le plus gros défaut du jeu se trouve dans sa difficulté; le jeu n'est pas à mettre dans toutes les mai,ns. Le fait de devoir faire des aller retours incessants quand on meurt est beaucoup trop ch****. Les boss sont hyper durs, quand on meurt et qu'il faut les recommencer, on réapparait sur un banc (point de sauvegarde) et il faut refaire tout le chemin hostile (puisque les ennemis réapparaissent) jusqu’au dit boss en espérant ne pas mourir au risque de devoir tout recommencer. Cette difficulté, bien qu’elle soit voulue aurait du être mois punitive ou compensée .
    Bref, jouez à Hollow Knight si vous souhaitez rencontrer le poésie dans un jeu vidéo et si vous avez une petite quarantaine d'heure à occuper.    … Expand
  83. Skyfellow
    Dec 17, 2018
    9
    Let me preface this review by saying that I've easily spent more than 50 hours on hollow knight; I've finished the core game but still haven't done any content from the two major free expansions. There is a game here for the playing, and at a very palatable price.

    Hollow Knight is truly a masterpiece. It is artwork- every environment drawn by hand in a consistent style that has unique    Let me preface this review by saying that I've easily spent more than 50 hours on hollow knight; I've finished the core game but still haven't done any content from the two major free expansions. There is a game here for the playing, and at a very palatable price.

    Hollow Knight is truly a masterpiece. It is artwork- every environment drawn by hand in a consistent style that has unique flourishes for each local you visit. The music is subtle but effective, drawing you into the game's atmosphere, ever present, never overbearing- it brings to mind the haunting atmospheric music of "Super Metroid". And the game-play: this is a metroidvania to the bone, a refinement of the best entries in the genre, exuding far more personality from it's environments than any other comparable game, motivating me to backtrack and explore every nook and cranny.

    And that leads me into my next point, what hollow knight is not. It is not a souls game, as so many have mistakenly labeled it in a poor attempt to define it's difficulty. It is an exploration-focused metroidvania, and it leans decidedly towards the metroid side of that formula. The bosses are almost all optional, the map is an interconnected maze full of secret doors that lead to new areas and new abilities, many of the challenges come from precise platforming segments and tanky bosses with very learnable attacks.

    Hollow knight is a refinement of the best of the metroidvania genre. But, it still falls in some of the same traps that plauge even the greatest of these games. The controls are notoriously punishing for new players, and while hollow knight is better than the archaic and unintuitive super metroid, it fails it's new players by mysteriously mapping multiple seemingly important abilities to a single button while others are free, only to reveal later that some new ability will slot in there: Also, almost everyone who I have had try this game complains that the jumping feels "wrong" for the first while. this is because there is no momentum when you jump- (a classic metroid control feature, if you jump from a standstill) unlike in mario, where if the stick is released in the air, the player will continue to move forward, in hollow knight, the character must be precisely maneuvered while in the air and will stop dead in the horizontal if the stick is released. This is by no means bad, and it is in fact more precise than the "mario" style jumping, but will leave you frustrated if you don't realize why you keep falling in the spikes.

    Ironically, that frustration is probably hollow knight's biggest weakness. you might have noticed a few reviews or threads in forums that read something like "I PLAYED FOR THREE HOURS AND THIS BOSS IS DUMB AND THIS GAME IS DUMB AND IT'S NOT FAIR". This is indeed somewhat childish bellyaching, but it highlights a sentiment that you're likely to feel: frustrated. the beginning of the game sees you with the fewest abilities: you have yet to acquire the token dash, double jump, wall jump, ect. that are the bread and butter of "metroid" style games. This leaves the character controlling the worst out of the entire experience during the first two or three hours of gameplay. And while hornet, the first real boss, isn't anything next to some of the others in the game- you, the new player, also don't have any "charms" (items you can equip to give you small bonuses), or movement options. This is exacerbated by the "linear" early game. you can't progress without beating this particular boss, so it's easy to get frustrated.

    After that short segment, though, the game opens up with many different routes, largely solving that weakness, and you acquire the "dash" ability, making the player character much more fun to control. if you can be patient with it's steep early learning curve, there is a world of quirky bugs and menacing bosses waiting to be discovered! The game sucked me in, letting me get lost in the deep, winding caverns of hallownest for hours on end. For me, Hollow Knight was without question my favorite game in 2018. And did i mention it's 15CAD$? That's like, amazing. Take a chance on this one, you won't regret it.

    TL;DR:

    Hollow knight is beautiful and brimming with content, but has a steep learning curve, so be patient and you will be rewarded with a gem of a game that is worth every penny.    … Expand
  84. 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
  85. jerkface910
    Dec 13, 2018
    10
    When I first played this I kept thinking, "I wonder if this will be my pick for Game of the Year?" but then I'd remember Spider-Man and Red Dead were coming out and thought no way. Well, it's the end of the year, and I have to say this game is my pick for Game of the Year (I know it came out before this year, but for consoles). The design is just perfect. They give you the entire worldWhen I first played this I kept thinking, "I wonder if this will be my pick for Game of the Year?" but then I'd remember Spider-Man and Red Dead were coming out and thought no way. Well, it's the end of the year, and I have to say this game is my pick for Game of the Year (I know it came out before this year, but for consoles). The design is just perfect. They give you the entire world from the start, but you're limited to where you can venture due to abilities or just enemy difficulty. Exploration is key, but also risky, as you could end up losing your shade (and 4000) geo in a dangerous spot.
    I loved the unique areas, with their own enemies, and the overall art design and world is just spot-on. It's creepy as hell, but also plenty cute.
    And there are secrets EVERYWHERE. Just playing through the game is a meaty quest, but there are so many secrets to uncover and explore it's amazing. They also throw in some fun surprises, the likes of which I had never seen before.
    I really have no gripe with this game. Even the challenge level, which can get painful in some areas, never feels cheap. If you keep dying it's either because you aren't sufficiently powered up, or you're just not skilled enough to survive.    … Expand
  86. codymilo
    Dec 13, 2018
    8
    This game was a lot of fun to play. Some of the boss fights were very difficult, which I liked, but it is pretty annoying that you have to travel back to the boss from your last save point to try again. The final boss was too easy in my opinion, and I would have liked a little more storyline.
  87. StoneBio
    Dec 12, 2018
    9
    Hollo Knight have a impreessive art and game play. It´s precisaly difficult.
  88. 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
  89. Bashfulfruit
    Dec 8, 2018
    0
    Freaking INPUT LAG. Wish I had an option to refund this... As a Christmas gift...
  90. Frankyboy
    Dec 6, 2018
    10
    Excelente Metroidvania, mapa de buen tamaño, una dificultad mas alta a los juegos promedio actuales, música exquisita, un ambiente gráfico hermoso y la cereza del pastel, una historia interesante.
    Se agradece que te den los DLC gratis, dicho sea de paso, expanden la historia y te invita a recorrer el mata de una manera mas profunda.
    Es un "DEBES TENER" para tu Nintendo Switch.
  91. 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
  92. 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
  93. 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
  94. NemuiN
    Nov 26, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. *MINOR SPOILERS*
    The game is extremely fun, and the story is not only compelling, but beautiful told. The fighting is enjoyable and the bosses are challenging. Overall, this game has been one of the best games I've played this year, by far. So, why the 9 star review? Well, for some unknown reason, the developers thought to make one of the DLC the most unpleasant, repetitive, and uninspired "Jump Quest Challenges" ever made. It's frustrating, its far too difficult for the rigid movement of the game, and overall, it really ruined the experience for me. The Colosseum of Fools was a fun and difficult challenges, which pushed you to the limit to beat, but the White Palace is just not fun. It ruined the whole game for me. Sure, the area is optional, but if you are a completionist as myself, this will honestly ruin some of the beauty of the game. Very disappointing that the developers chose to make such an unpleasant and overall stale area.    … Expand
  95. 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
  96. EnriqueAcevedo
    Nov 22, 2018
    10
    I loved this game... very recommendable for everyone (in this game you have to love to suffer because you are going to die very often)... the price for all the content you receive is surprising... the best indie in the last year
  97. Urises
    Nov 19, 2018
    10
    Un gran juego, aunque sea Indie, pero la calidad que presenta es fantástica. Si te gusta los metroidvania este sin duda es para ti, llevo más de 30 hrs de juego y estoy seguro que me faltan muchas horas más. Hay muchas cosas por hacer y jefes únicos en todo el mapa, además de un estilo artistico único. Conforme avanzas vas conociendo la historia y hay lugares donde es más complicado. SinUn gran juego, aunque sea Indie, pero la calidad que presenta es fantástica. Si te gusta los metroidvania este sin duda es para ti, llevo más de 30 hrs de juego y estoy seguro que me faltan muchas horas más. Hay muchas cosas por hacer y jefes únicos en todo el mapa, además de un estilo artistico único. Conforme avanzas vas conociendo la historia y hay lugares donde es más complicado. Sin duda uno de mis juegos favoritos, me ha encantado!… Expand
  98. guatoman
    Nov 18, 2018
    8
    metroidvania style. everything is great except for the difficult level. very frustrating. play messenger instead
  99. caronte69
    Nov 17, 2018
    9
    de los mejores metroidvania que he podido jugar, muy recomendado, la musica del juego ha sido muy buena, me quede viciado con el juego y sus dlc no han defraudado.
  100. bobss
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    Clearly my personal GOTY of 2018.

    This game is brilliant and makes you want to surpass yourself in every way. It has a nice base gameplay with and incredible gamedesign that pushes the metroidvania to it's finest. The art direction is amazing and serve the gameplay by making you curious and by encouraging the exploration. The only downpoint is that the game is sometimes really    Clearly my personal GOTY of 2018.

    This game is brilliant and makes you want to surpass yourself in every way.
    It has a nice base gameplay with and incredible gamedesign that pushes the metroidvania to it's finest.

    The art direction is amazing and serve the gameplay by making you curious and by encouraging the exploration.

    The only downpoint is that the game is sometimes really brutal and some bosses are quite hard.

    Absolutely must-play if you own a Switch !    … Expand
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#8 Best Switch Game of 2018
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#3 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2018
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#15 Most Shared Switch Game of 2018

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90

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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