Hollow Knight

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9.1

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  1. Theobaer
    Jun 13, 2020
    10
    Absolute masterpiece. Can't recommend it enough. It's selling price is insanely low too (currently around 15 Euros). Money well spend!

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

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

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

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

    In a nutshell, a beautiful game.    … Expand
  3. ABGamer
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    I just find this game really fun. While it has some really difficult bosses and platforming sections it, the fun game play and feeling of satisfaction I get after beating them is more than enough to have kept me going throughout my journey.
  4. captainsnake
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    Hollow Knight is one of the best games ever created. I finished the game with the "true" ending yesterday (which took about 40 hours for me). Hollow Knight has an amazing atmosphere around every corner, a story that made me want to learn everything I could about the world. Combat is fast-paced and satisfying, with each boss fight feeling different but still great. The world was expertlyHollow Knight is one of the best games ever created. I finished the game with the "true" ending yesterday (which took about 40 hours for me). Hollow Knight has an amazing atmosphere around every corner, a story that made me want to learn everything I could about the world. Combat is fast-paced and satisfying, with each boss fight feeling different but still great. The world was expertly crafted in a sense where no matter what I was doing, or where I was going, I always found something interesting. Whether it was an exciting boss fight, more health, or a bit of lore, there always something to see. The only thing that I think was a problem is how some bosses are located far away from benches (save spots) so every time you die you have to take a long trek back. This is especially bad if the route to the boss is populated with enemies. However, the few instances of that were not enough to sour this game for me and was small enough that the game is still a 10/10.… Expand
  5. JeffGramarley
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    Juegazo simplemente espectacular para los escenarios el soundtrack los dibujos y por sobre todo la historia no esperaba menos desde que empecé el juego pero es una obra de arte no puedo decir menos y se complementa bien con la buena compatibilidad que tiene con los mandos de la switch simplemente deben de jugar este juego
  6. illumi3602
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    this is my first metroidvania type game, i was thinking of playing the metroid series before this but i decided to play this instead and i couldn't be much happier. this is my most played game on the switch, i spend about 140 hours in total for 112 percent completion and i feel like i scammed the developers because of the fact that the game cost 15 dollars and it has four free DLC packs, ithis is my first metroidvania type game, i was thinking of playing the metroid series before this but i decided to play this instead and i couldn't be much happier. this is my most played game on the switch, i spend about 140 hours in total for 112 percent completion and i feel like i scammed the developers because of the fact that the game cost 15 dollars and it has four free DLC packs, i just hoping that the developers increase the price of the sequel.… Expand
  7. MlloRevlews
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. God damn this is a masterpiece.

    Game-play: Feels great, combat and spells are amazingly controlled.
    Art: y e s
    Music: Every music track in the game makes you feel something. Even small tracks like the fake bench in Deepnest, it makes you feel calm, yet at unease at the same time.

    Overall: 15/10 best game I've ever played    … Expand
  8. The-Phoenix
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    I fell in love with the games art style immediately. The world is so mysterious and fascinating. I loved the way the World of the game toll a story with its art and locations which felt liked left out key details as to its history that lead to speculations lore theories that i can't get tired of. The game play was simple yet fun at the beginning it feels lacking, but picks up soon afterI fell in love with the games art style immediately. The world is so mysterious and fascinating. I loved the way the World of the game toll a story with its art and locations which felt liked left out key details as to its history that lead to speculations lore theories that i can't get tired of. The game play was simple yet fun at the beginning it feels lacking, but picks up soon after and all i can say is that the lead the way to some interesting fighting. Further on. I have never played a metroidvania but this is on another level. I recommend this game to people how have played metroidvanias before and new comers to the genre. 10/10 a masterpiece.… Expand
  9. Pedro_Pablo
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Es un juego realmente sorprendente, visualmente tiene un estilo hermoso y espléndido, además de una jugabilidad que, a pesar de no ser agradable para todo el mundo, está muy bien estructurada y es extremadamente divertida. También cuenta con una historia muy destacable a pesar de no estar presente de forma explícita en el juego; posee personajes muy carismáticos y eventos muy impactantes eEs un juego realmente sorprendente, visualmente tiene un estilo hermoso y espléndido, además de una jugabilidad que, a pesar de no ser agradable para todo el mundo, está muy bien estructurada y es extremadamente divertida. También cuenta con una historia muy destacable a pesar de no estar presente de forma explícita en el juego; posee personajes muy carismáticos y eventos muy impactantes e incluso emotivos. El juego posee una gran calidad en todos los aspectos y es comparable con juegos de mayor presupuesto, es una de las mayores obras Indies y personalmente uno de los mejores juegos de la industria creados hasta ahora. También es de resaltar que su durabilidad puede llegar a ser muy extensa a partir de cuánto se explore el gigantesco mapa que posee y el contenido descargable que es totalmente gratuito.
    En pocas palabras, es una joya de principio a fin y posiblemente uno de los juegos más importantes para aquellos que lo han disfrutado    … Expand
  10. EatMyMayo
    Jul 29, 2020
    10
    God must be real seeing that this world gets to know the amazing game that is Hollow Knight. The best 15 dollars that I ever spent in my life was for this game..I have passed the 120 hour mark in this game and I would give anything to relive the first experience with this game all over again. I truly took for granted how magnificent this game is and I can not wait for the successor forGod must be real seeing that this world gets to know the amazing game that is Hollow Knight. The best 15 dollars that I ever spent in my life was for this game..I have passed the 120 hour mark in this game and I would give anything to relive the first experience with this game all over again. I truly took for granted how magnificent this game is and I can not wait for the successor for this game to come out. Buy the game people.… Expand
  11. HKolomar
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    i dont know was witch craft did the developer did to make this but omfg a must play, hated it initially but after around 9 hours turt me you wont put it down. the one game i will never sell and i cant wait for silksong defo day one buy
  12. watch3ye
    May 25, 2021
    4
    The art is great. That's it. As beautiful as the art itself can be, when you spend more time enjoying the scenery than the gameplay itself then there's a big problem as its not a point click exploration and relaxation simulator. Mind that I'm a huge fan of both Metroid and Castlevania series, I enjoy a lot when people inspire themselves on these titles but sometimes it just goes deathlyThe art is great. That's it. As beautiful as the art itself can be, when you spend more time enjoying the scenery than the gameplay itself then there's a big problem as its not a point click exploration and relaxation simulator. Mind that I'm a huge fan of both Metroid and Castlevania series, I enjoy a lot when people inspire themselves on these titles but sometimes it just goes deathly wrong.
    Hollow Knight here is just a mix of badly executed stuff put into a Castlevania skeleton - besides visual design, as I mentioned before. But let's be honest: for a game that cheap, what one should expect of great, right?
    Your character is incapable of doing the basics any other character would in the same conditions/other titles, consequently making the combat system a big pain fest: a genuine showcase of how one should not develop a metroidvania game. Things get worse when you see every hit landed turning out as a big fireworks performance, thus affecting negatively your view by occluding important details and delaying key actions players should take.
    Because wow, designing a great and slow-going fireworks performance every hit is the ideal when you deal with an ARPG. Why not? Why they should fight under a fluid combat system with modest effects and decent movements? Meh. Unfortunately, as combat is a core mechanic that's a big letdown, making this side of the game feel both tedious and a painful experience. Dealing with bosses? Good luck, I can't see how worse then could design some of them.
    But well, lore is kinda interesting (just that, kinda) with some good elements but nothing you will ever care or keep grinding and searching for more, seeking to turn on your Switch every morning in thirst for nice puzzle resolutions, big and epic fights, potentially awesome re-playability... To be honest, for a game said to be metroidvania Hollow Knight is just sad and disappointing. Ah, the music is also GREAT, but once you finish the title you wanna ask yourself why you wasted that many hours in your life when they could be well spent avoiding this and doing anything else that crosses your mind.
    If you're curious about it, go ahead but you have been warned. At least turn the volume up and enjoy both the music and the view, as it's all it got to offer.    … Expand
  13. YaBoiArj
    Sep 21, 2021
    0
    The world and the lore are just amazing! Not to mention the hundreds of secret areas and meaningful upgrades.
  14. Was_
    Nov 17, 2021
    0
    I played this game for an hour and I found it boring and annoying. People who like this game just have no taste.
  15. Bigcheese171
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    This game is just incredible, I’ve played it 3 times and still never bored with its incredible enemy design and world that’s one of the biggest I’ve ever seen for a 2D game,also the music and artwork is spectacular
  16. Vareenkelly
    Mar 24, 2022
    2
    A gorgeous game that I absolutely would not recommend. I get the idea of being hard, but after all the difficult games, this game is punishes you in such asinine ways. Immediate spike death traps, god play dark souls for a better time that does difficulty better
  17. nicktheguy
    Sep 22, 2022
    0
    It's boring but I understand why people like it. It's just not my cup of tea.
  18. jiaw
    May 14, 2023
    0
    i cant killllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll the **** boss i cant kill manthis lord plz help me my menthal health is very bad becouse of schol
  19. Zelda_fan
    Jun 9, 2023
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA hello… Expand
  20. doodlerman
    Jan 24, 2021
    10
    Hollow Knight is the gift that keeps on giving. I beat it at nearly 56 hours in my save file and I've only completed 79% of the game - and I'm not sure if that includes DLC. This is a $15 game. What's more, is its been 55+ hours of top quality game design that's challenging in all the best ways, and there's still so much more to uncover. It offers more bang for your buck than most AAAHollow Knight is the gift that keeps on giving. I beat it at nearly 56 hours in my save file and I've only completed 79% of the game - and I'm not sure if that includes DLC. This is a $15 game. What's more, is its been 55+ hours of top quality game design that's challenging in all the best ways, and there's still so much more to uncover. It offers more bang for your buck than most AAA games; and is just flat out better than most AAA games. I'm genuinely looking forward to diving back in to uncover the rest of the game's secrets.… Expand
  21. MrTusks
    Jan 12, 2021
    9
    A glorious Metroidvania. The hand-drawn aesthetic is beautiful.

    Very hard, sometimes too hard.
  22. valrond
    May 15, 2021
    1
    Boring AF. You know, I have loved what now are called Metroidvanias since Symphony of the Night. I have finished that game in every system it has come out, then the 3 on GBA, 3 on DS, and Bloodstained, made by IGA himself. I was playing Bloodstained again, so I decided go give Hollow Knight a go. What a joke of a "game" this is. Graphics are boring, everything looks exactly the same, theBoring AF. You know, I have loved what now are called Metroidvanias since Symphony of the Night. I have finished that game in every system it has come out, then the 3 on GBA, 3 on DS, and Bloodstained, made by IGA himself. I was playing Bloodstained again, so I decided go give Hollow Knight a go. What a joke of a "game" this is. Graphics are boring, everything looks exactly the same, the "music" is barely a thing here, compare that to the awesome OST made by Michiru Yamane.
    Then the "combat". You have ONE attack (two if you count down) and a jump. That's it. Even the original NES Castlevania was more varied that this.    … Expand
  23. x2FingerTuesday
    May 15, 2021
    2
    So drab and boring. I honestly have no idea what people see in this game. Game seems aimless, pointless, and you only use like 2 buttons for AN ETERNITY
  24. I3AH9I
    Jun 11, 2022
    10
    This game is a masterpiece.
    It starts a bit slow but after getting ~3 abilities you are free to roam and explore most of the map.
  25. thryce3
    Mar 4, 2021
    9
    So it's another Metroidvania with great art direction and sound design and well refined gameplay and story. It has a reputation as one of the best, which I think is mostly well deserved.
    There are a couple of design choices that irritate me. You shouldn't have to spend $ and charm slots for a compass and to fill in your map as you go. Even when you do, it only fills in when you save at a    So it's another Metroidvania with great art direction and sound design and well refined gameplay and story. It has a reputation as one of the best, which I think is mostly well deserved.
    There are a couple of design choices that irritate me. You shouldn't have to spend $ and charm slots for a compass and to fill in your map as you go. Even when you do, it only fills in when you save at a bench and if you already have a map of the area. On top of that, I only found a few of the charms useful as many took too many slots to be worthwhile.
    That aside, I rarely had to look at a FAQ (which is rare for metroidvanias) and thoroughly enjoyed my time. It's also much bigger than expected.    … Expand
  26. TheRedFern
    Jul 8, 2023
    9
    I can't believe I am raiting a game a 10 without beating it. I just couldn't! But I loved it and have since gotten into extremely difficult games. It is beautiful, its gameplay is flawless, and the animations are so wonderful to watch.
  27. seferpd
    Jun 3, 2023
    5
    I really don't get it.

    I don't want to be that guy, but I am sure this is the one and only one metroidvania (or even 2D game) of most of these 9-10. If you have played any other before, Hollow Knight is ridiculously straightforward. Many of the highly praised features of Hollow Knight didn't existed before just because gamers would not accept such an easy design. I mean, it it superb    I really don't get it.

    I don't want to be that guy, but I am sure this is the one and only one metroidvania (or even 2D game) of most of these 9-10.

    If you have played any other before, Hollow Knight is ridiculously straightforward. Many of the highly praised features of Hollow Knight didn't existed before just because gamers would not accept such an easy design.
    I mean, it it superb obvious where you should use your double jump (I mean, it is obvious there will be a double jump in the latter game to beging with). It is superb obvious where you should use that horizontal jump, it is obvious where to use that shadow dodge. And even if it wasn't already very obvious, another "feature" is that there are many ways to complete the game. This means basically that it doesn't matter in what order you do the things, that means you will never get loss. And a Metroidvania where you don't get lost is like a platformer without pits.
    Yeah, I know, there are a whole bunch of people out there talking about how a big of a maze is Hallownest, but I insist. If they think that way, these people clearly didn't even tried the very first Metroid, or any metroid at all (maybe Metroid Fuzion is on par with Hollow Knight on terms of ease of exploration). Or barely any metroidvania at all.

    However, while the navigation is trivial, Hollow Knight has some pretty good boss battles that make you fell you are actually playing a somewhat challenging game. Unfortunately, boss battles are like 5% of the full game. And the good ones are the dlc/secret bosses. Other than that, it is just about spamming dodge until you get a place where you need a new power, pin it in the map, move to any other direction, repeat until you complete it. Oh, and a bunch of shiny collectibles.

    In my experience, it is pretty good to introduce 2D game to a kid with a decent knowledge of games in general. It has that Casino effect in which it is good rewarding you with nice sounds and upgrades whenever you do virtually any thing.

    The visuals are great.    … Expand
  28. dzbnkx
    Aug 3, 2023
    10
    This indie metroidvania stands on exploration. The lore in this 40-hour game is surprisingly deep and engaging. The difficulty ("Dark Souls of metroidvanias") could be discouraging for some, but gives a lot of satisfation!
    + difficulty
    + exploration
    + details/lore
  29. ConsoleArgonaut
    Oct 13, 2020
    10
    I absolutely lost myself in this world for multiple months.
    This is one of the greatest games I've ever played.
    Give it a try. You won't be disappointed. Verdict: An absolute must play. Rating: Gameplay: 5/5 - Smooth AF. Exploration is absolutely great. There's nothing I'd want change. Level Design: 5/5 - Legendary. You'll absolutely loose yourself in this world. Soundtrack: 5/5    I absolutely lost myself in this world for multiple months.
    This is one of the greatest games I've ever played.
    Give it a try. You won't be disappointed.

    Verdict: An absolute must play.

    Rating:
    Gameplay: 5/5 - Smooth AF. Exploration is absolutely great. There's nothing I'd want change.
    Level Design: 5/5 - Legendary. You'll absolutely loose yourself in this world.
    Soundtrack: 5/5 - Very atmospheric. You won't listen to the soundtrack in your free time, but it absolutely works here.
    Story: 4/5 - Simple Dark Souls-like storytelling with some very emotional moments
    Graphics: 5/5 - Perfect for what it wants to do
    Length: 5/5 - 30-60 hours depending on your completion criteria
    Replay Value: 5/5 - Boss rush, achievements, challenge runs. Just great.
    Enjoyment: 5/5 - Fantastic!

    Overall rating: 39/40 => 10/10    … Expand
  30. iRaidius916
    Sep 1, 2020
    10
    Exploration 10/10
    Combat 10/10
    Music 10/10
    Art 10/10
    Characters 10/10
    Story 8/10
    Lore 9.5/10
    Pacing 9.5/10
    Bosses 10/10
  31. danathayde
    Oct 17, 2021
    10
    One of the easiest 10/10 ever. Awesome Metroidvania, with incredible level design, lore, characters, combat, exploration and platform! It would worth the full price of 60 bucks, but it is way cheaper than that. Masterpiece!
  32. SenDji
    Apr 12, 2021
    10
    Wonderful gameplay, wonderful music, wonderful characters, wonderful visuals, wonderful game
  33. puchinho
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    Le pongo un 9,5 de nota, pero no me deja poner decimales.
    Es un juego increíble, con una bso espectacular y con una historia muy buena. No entiendo como este juego puede costar tan poco y como lo pudieron hacer tan pocas personas.
    Bebe mucho de Dark Souls pero en algunas cosas es mejor, es increíble que pueda decir esto. La única pega que tiene y por eso no le pongo un 10 es porque a    Le pongo un 9,5 de nota, pero no me deja poner decimales.
    Es un juego increíble, con una bso espectacular y con una historia muy buena. No entiendo como este juego puede costar tan poco y como lo pudieron hacer tan pocas personas.
    Bebe mucho de Dark Souls pero en algunas cosas es mejor, es increíble que pueda decir esto.

    La única pega que tiene y por eso no le pongo un 10 es porque a veces se hace tedioso tener que volver a la zona de viaje rápido y recorrer varias pantallas, que luego medio se soluciona con una habilidad, pero sigue siendo un poco tedioso.

    Este juego pasará a la historia de los videojuegos como un gran juego.    … Expand
  34. andrew9
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    Good game .
  35. vodkaffee
    Dec 12, 2019
    10
    I do not give a 10 so easily, im giving it right now for this game and also Shovel knight, and there is a thing in common with this games, prepare for the cringe, the thing has "love".
    Both games had an amazing support from their developers years after thei release, Hollow Knight was heavily retouched with minor details but adding a lot to the experience (and that's not even mentioning    I do not give a 10 so easily, im giving it right now for this game and also Shovel knight, and there is a thing in common with this games, prepare for the cringe, the thing has "love".
    Both games had an amazing support from their developers years after thei release, Hollow Knight was heavily retouched with minor details but adding a lot to the experience (and that's not even mentioning the 4 free DLCs that add a lot of hours, powers, bosses, maps, extras, charms, monsters).
    A completeley must play if you like metroidvanias.    … Expand
  36. HDRip
    Nov 15, 2022
    3
    I will not write anything about the game. I'll write about the port for the Nintendo Switch. Everything is very small! The spikes on the floor/walls/ceiling are often not visible, they are too small on a small screen. Coins not only are they as gray as the rest of the environment, they are also very small. The fonts are small and hard to read unless you're in ideal conditions. In addition,I will not write anything about the game. I'll write about the port for the Nintendo Switch. Everything is very small! The spikes on the floor/walls/ceiling are often not visible, they are too small on a small screen. Coins not only are they as gray as the rest of the environment, they are also very small. The fonts are small and hard to read unless you're in ideal conditions. In addition, the game has delays and lags, and the gamepad seems to react late to any click. This is especially noticeable in the stationary mode.

    The port could be better. In some games, when porting them from a PC or from older consoles, interface elements and fonts are enlarged to make it comfortable to play on a small screen. About the performance in a two-dimensional game, I generally keep quiet!    … Expand
  37. mocochang
    Sep 6, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. It's simply hard to come to terms with the fact that this game was created by an indie team of 3 people. From the stunning art design and phenomenal sound track, to the tight and excellent controls and mechanics, to the sheer amount of content available (this game is massive), this game is beyond impressive in it's own right, but when you combine it with howThis game is a masterpiece. It's simply hard to come to terms with the fact that this game was created by an indie team of 3 people. From the stunning art design and phenomenal sound track, to the tight and excellent controls and mechanics, to the sheer amount of content available (this game is massive), this game is beyond impressive in it's own right, but when you combine it with how small the team who created it is, it's just mind blowing. Every since I first played it I keep finding myself going back to this game and replaying it. It has easily become one of my absolute favorite games.… Expand
  38. claykennedy
    Jan 3, 2021
    10
    The game is hard as **** which I kinda like even though I can’t beat the final boss, the gameplay is good, bosses are good. Map design is good. It’s a crime to not play this game. *sigh* bahfanada.
  39. mondomarsupial
    Mar 24, 2023
    3
    Beautiful art and sound design don't do much to hide a buggy (no, not in the obvious way) and lackluster example of the metroidvania formula. Progression is miniscule and largely involves abilities that act as contrived keys for nonstandard locks placed carelessly about the world rather than typically offering much in the way of new or useful traversal and combat potential. You knowBeautiful art and sound design don't do much to hide a buggy (no, not in the obvious way) and lackluster example of the metroidvania formula. Progression is miniscule and largely involves abilities that act as contrived keys for nonstandard locks placed carelessly about the world rather than typically offering much in the way of new or useful traversal and combat potential. You know something has gone wrong in your metroidvania when the response to getting a new ability is "Oh, bother. Now I have to go rub this against a half dozen points on the map that I half remember if I want to beat this game."… Expand
  40. AlexKidd
    Oct 2, 2020
    9
    I can't believe it took me this long to play the game. What a blast! I absolutely love the atmosphere, the characters and the smooth platforming/combat.

    Can be confusing sometimes where to go next, but that also adds to the experience.
  41. lqstuart
    Dec 28, 2020
    8
    I generally avoid 2D platformers, because most of them are low-effort garbage. Hollow Knight is not, and absolutely lives up to the hype. The stylistic and design choices are impeccable, and Hollow Knight is bafflingly one of the most immersive and memorable games I've ever played, packaged in a format that I normally avoid specifically because it's generally so boring and forgettable.
  42. giannis2001
    Jul 16, 2021
    10
    Best 2D platformer, best indie and one of the best games on Switch. I have no words about how polished this game is.

    It's world is astounding, the gameplay is incredibly smooth and well designed, the characters are great and the visuals are excellent. Also, the lore is incredibly rich. This game also offers a great challenge with trial and error bosses. A must-play game for sure.
  43. 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
  44. 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.
  45. Yoy
    Jun 13, 2020
    5
    First and middle game are interesting but after it is getting tedious and too long, you want to finish it but it eventually becomes a drag.
  46. Arrayxrd
    Aug 27, 2020
    10
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  47. Bnois
    Apr 15, 2021
    9
    The father of all Indie games, Hollow knight requires from you a little bit of trust. You might give up on the game after several hours of playing as I did, but on my 3rd attempt (the last one I said to myself) I was consumed by it's atmosphere and mechanics.
  48. BenjaRPG
    Aug 14, 2020
    8
    Hollow Knight es un juego de plataformas del llamado subgénero metroidvania, el cual se encuentra ambientado en un mundo de fantasía poblado por distintas razas de insectos, de hecho el protagonista es un insecto y el objetivo del juego es explorar las diversas zonas que posee, descubrir una serie de hechizos y habilidades que podemos desbloquear para acceder a lugares secretos y porHollow Knight es un juego de plataformas del llamado subgénero metroidvania, el cual se encuentra ambientado en un mundo de fantasía poblado por distintas razas de insectos, de hecho el protagonista es un insecto y el objetivo del juego es explorar las diversas zonas que posee, descubrir una serie de hechizos y habilidades que podemos desbloquear para acceder a lugares secretos y por supuesto matar a todo enemigo que se encuentre en nuestro paso.
    La atmósfera de Hollow Kight se caracteriza por un sentimiento de nostalgia muy bien logrado por su música suave y agradable, así como los gráficos y texturas que son de colores más bien oscuros, pero profundamente detallados. Es realmente destacable la dedicación que se le dio a los gráficos en este juego; son preciosos, muy bien logrados y diversos, a pesar de lo larguísimo que es el juego. Y ése es precisamente otro punto que destaca, Hollow Knight es un juego bastante largo para su género. En mi caso, le dediqué un total de 50 horas y es que este juego es profundamente adictivo, el sistema de progresión te obliga a seguir avanzando entregando horas y horas de entretención.
    Sin embargo, como todo juego también existen puntos negativos, los cuales me impiden otorgarle la calificación máxima. Particularmente, la sensación de no saber qué hacer me persiguió durante toda la experiencia, en un punto del juego me vi obligado a leer guías para saber cómo seguir avanzando. El juego te da ciertas libertades en términos del orden de las zonas que visitas, pero muy poca información, de hecho los diálogos e historia son mínimos. El contexto del juego es algo que debemos inferir de los personajes que nos encontramos o el estado de los mapas que visitamos. Para un juego tan bello como Hollow Knight, realmente no se entiende la falta de contenido en cuanto a la historia. Ocurre lo mismo con la dificultad, desde mi punto de vista la curva de dificultad es muy alta, lo que podría provocar que jugadores no asiduos al género terminen dejando de lado este título, porque realmente existen niveles que son muy complejos para los que se debe tener bastante coordinación y habilidad.
    A pesar de estos dos puntos, Hollow Knight es un tremendo juego, que destaca por sobre otros de su género y probablemente se convierta en un clásico. Muchas horas de juego, gráfica hermosa, música agradable y jugabilidad profunda. Recomendable al 100% para cualquier jugador!    … Expand
  49. Casual_gamer10
    Nov 15, 2020
    10
    What can I say that already hasn't been said?

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

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

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

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

    In all, this is easily my favorite games of all time, and if you haven't picked it up yet, I highly recommend you do. It's on pretty much every platform and it's about 15 dollars, sometimes even less (it's free on Playstation for November!) If you don't pick it up, you're missing out on one of the greatest indie games (or video games in general) of all time, and I cannot wait to see what they do with the sequel.    … Expand
  50. Pete112
    Jan 20, 2021
    9
    I am rubbish at games and still no where near finishing hollow knight but the gameplay is so addictive.

    With practice and grinding to upgrade it is possible to beat seemingly indestructible bosses once you get the timing right and learn the attack patterns. I wish that the checkpoints were a bit closer together as you often have to fight your way through many levels to get back to the    I am rubbish at games and still no where near finishing hollow knight but the gameplay is so addictive.

    With practice and grinding to upgrade it is possible to beat seemingly indestructible bosses once you get the timing right and learn the attack patterns.

    I wish that the checkpoints were a bit closer together as you often have to fight your way through many levels to get back to the point where you die.

    That said, I have so far put 50 hours into this game and loved every minute of it.    … Expand
  51. Ender7887
    Aug 7, 2021
    9
    Excellent game overall. I love the soundtrack, characters, animations and all of the lore. This game feels very closed off when you first start but as you progress you become more mobile and it really helps open up a lot of areas. My only criticism of this game is that the platforming can be tedious and some of the bosses can feel unforgiving. However I expected that in a metroidvania.
  52. Mazokie
    Sep 27, 2020
    10
    If you love video games, one of the best games ever is this one. Everything in this game is awesome, graphics, music, difficulty, duration.

    It’s an absolute challenge but it deserves it, don’t think about it, play Hollow Knight as soon as possible.
  53. jens76
    Jun 13, 2023
    9
    Ein armer Ritter, der nicht mehr kann, immer auf denselben Stellen aufwachen, die schmerzen, ich denke an dich.
  54. blablof
    Jun 12, 2021
    10
    Ok, is a 10, what else can I say? Everything is almost perfect in this game, one of my favourites ever.
  55. Kacak321
    May 22, 2021
    10
    Awsome game!!!!!!!?!?? %!!! =+6+!!!(!=6=55=5)5)5)5&5&3&3&3&3)2)5)5=4%4:4:++
  56. Arfon
    Dec 4, 2020
    10
    This game is Indie-Metroidvania perfection, the moment I started playing I knew I was going into something big. The soundtrack, the gameplay and story. Everything is great about this game, which has an enourmous map filled with challenges and secrets to discover. You will lost track of time for hours and still feeling like you're only scratching the surface. In a time filled withThis game is Indie-Metroidvania perfection, the moment I started playing I knew I was going into something big. The soundtrack, the gameplay and story. Everything is great about this game, which has an enourmous map filled with challenges and secrets to discover. You will lost track of time for hours and still feeling like you're only scratching the surface. In a time filled with incomplete games and tons of DLC, Hollow Knight comes and gives you over 40 hours and even more when you consider the free DLCs. In my opinion, most indie games are the new AAA in some cases. This is one of them. You must play it.… Expand
  57. fanmadeendings
    Jun 19, 2022
    10
    I'm just at the start and I already love everything about this. I love the dark, moody atmosphere, I love that it is challenging but not unfair, I love how the controls feel, I love the insane amount of content for the price, and, most of all, I love Metroid.
  58. seethemorning02
    Sep 3, 2022
    10
    From a platforming perspective, this game is as good as it gets. It has easily become my favorite game of all time.

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

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

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

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

    My only “gripes” about the game are:

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

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

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

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

    Overall, I cannot recommend this game enough. If you enjoy long-form games that involve deep exploration within a challenging platforming style (including epic boss fights), then you HAVE to give this game a fair shake.    … Expand
  59. bigchocolate69
    Jun 28, 2022
    9
    The first 2-3 hours of the game are fairly bland. Once you get past that you have a phenomenal game packed with some incredible areas to explore, a variety of enemies and fun platforming!
  60. Stemat91
    Dec 28, 2020
    10
    Miglior Metroidvania mai prodotto.
    Must have assoluto del genere, assolutamente consigliato per bellezza e longevità.
  61. jo_ll
    Jun 11, 2020
    9
    One of the greatest games I ever played.
    I loved just exploring the world, and finding secrets, and listening to the amazing soundtrack by mr. Cristopher Larkin. It's a unique gaming experience.
    Only thing I would complain is about some bosses difficulty. I think more people would be able to enjoy the game if it had an "assist mode", like Celeste. I couldn't get to the ending myself and    One of the greatest games I ever played.
    I loved just exploring the world, and finding secrets, and listening to the amazing soundtrack by mr. Cristopher Larkin. It's a unique gaming experience.
    Only thing I would complain is about some bosses difficulty. I think more people would be able to enjoy the game if it had an "assist mode", like Celeste. I couldn't get to the ending myself and had to watch it on youtube.
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    Funny it was the first game i bought for my switch, as I had already played both Mario and Zelda.    … Expand
  62. ayoung
    Nov 10, 2020
    10
    One of the best 2D platformers I've ever played. Any gripes I had while playing was my own fault. Games like these need more attention.
  63. Daisuk
    Aug 10, 2020
    10
    What a fantastic game Hollow Knight is! I went into this not expecting much, and came out a different gamer (this was my first ever metroidvania). Wow! Everything in it is just sublime - the atmosphere, the music, the progression system, the charms, the lore, the artwork, gameplay is sharp as a needle - it's just superb. One of the best games I've ever played.
  64. hoanns
    Jan 31, 2021
    8
    A great metroidvania with an atmospheric world. There are lots of areas to discover and abilities to gain and the whole game is very polished.

    A lot of the somehow interesting lore complety passed by me though, and I only learned about if from reading about it on the internet.
  65. Xavikun
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    Uno de juegos que mas me ha enganchado de switch.
    Un metroidvania con una ambientacion fantastica, una buena historia y un mundo subterraneo extenso que no te cansaras de explorar.
    Con una dificultad elevada, sobretodo en ciertos jefes y en alguna zona plataformera del juego, pero bastante justo en general.
    Un must play.
  66. vocvoc
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    Tl;dr : You shouldn’t play this game if don’t like exploration or/and you only play 3d games exclusively, you can play mario tennis instead. Otherwise, try it.

    Almost all of the positive opinion from other person was true, but here just some insight : - the game was good for 100% completion, 112% completion was trash and only there so you have something to beat while wait for the    Tl;dr : You shouldn’t play this game if don’t like exploration or/and you only play 3d games exclusively, you can play mario tennis instead. Otherwise, try it.

    Almost all of the positive opinion from other person was true, but here just some insight :

    - the game was good for 100% completion, 112% completion was trash and only there so you have something to beat while wait for the silksong, with the exception of the new boss. What makes this game special was the exploration, repeating boss battle for nothing wasn’t it’s strength - the story was generic. what’s good wasn’t the story itself but how the story was told to you as you progressing. - if you can’t read map, you will feel lost, don’t know where to go and give 0 rating for the game. You will like mario tennis ace because you can’t get lost in a tennis court.
    - when i think about it, the music was one of the best i heard in games in a few years.

    For $15 and free additional content, i don’t have complain. Except primal aspids, watch out for that, it’s a flying satan turd from hell    … Expand
  67. KMike25
    Nov 23, 2022
    9
    How did 3 people make this? This game has interesting enemies, great lore that kept me watching it on Youtube for hours to explain what just happened, and tight combat.
  68. Bwnez0
    Dec 26, 2020
    10
    I don’t have a favourite game of all time, but this game is certainly my favourite of recent memory. I won’t say anything else because the game really has to be seen to be believed. The low price is a true bargain as I would buy this game for full retail price. Yes it’s that good, now go out and get it.
  69. Wilfrido
    Jun 10, 2021
    10
    Este juego es perfecto, tiene un extenso y entretenido lore, jefes y enemigos variados, buena dificultad, muy buen precio, contenido de sobra, incluso hasta sus 4 dlc incluidos con el mismo juego que vale muy poco, etc.
  70. Keitan
    Dec 16, 2020
    10
    Un estilo grafico único, personajes misteriosos pero carismaticos, un Soundtrack simplemente maravilloso y un reino arruinado con cientos de enemigos y desafiantes jefes hacen de Hollow Knight un juego que todo mundo deberia de jugar.

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

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

    El trabajo que hizo Team Cherry con Hollow Knight es sin lugar a dudas algo admirable, no nos dio a nosotros los backers el juego que mereciamos, nos dio mas de lo que alguna vez pudimos haber imaginado tener en un juego y es por eso que sin lugar a dudas Hollow Knight se ha ganado un lugar entre los mejores Metroidvania de la historia.    … Expand
  71. EmCza
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    Best metroidvania I've ever played and I think it's also the longest one. This game fit perfectly to Switch (for me it's the best non-exclusive game on this platform).
  72. Shend
    Jan 24, 2023
    10
    The best Metroid-Vania ever made, which is ironic because it wasn't made by Nintendo or Capcom. This is a detailed, winding and intertwining world filled with secrets, lore, and amazing moments. It's the kind of game you keep playing because you just can't wait to unravel the entire world, and see what you'll find. The nonlinear nature of the game is truly remarkable, and adds so muchThe best Metroid-Vania ever made, which is ironic because it wasn't made by Nintendo or Capcom. This is a detailed, winding and intertwining world filled with secrets, lore, and amazing moments. It's the kind of game you keep playing because you just can't wait to unravel the entire world, and see what you'll find. The nonlinear nature of the game is truly remarkable, and adds so much value to the experience. It always feels like you're going in the right direction.

    The combat is simple, skill based, and very satisfying. There's a lot of challenge in this game, and the shade system is a bit annoying, but it teaches you to be cautious and gives a lot of weight to death. The charms allow for a lot of customization, the powerups are all awesome and useful in tons of contexts. The platforming is great, and often times infuriating. There's so much to love about the moment to moment gameplay.

    The world design and aesthetics deserves a mention. The art style is beautiful, the soundtrack is amazing, and the lore is surprisingly deep, and gives great context for the events in an otherwise understated story.

    If this was a full priced game, I would say you should only play this if you've enjoyed a Metroid-Vania before. But its like 15 bucks, and goes on sale often. Just play this game. You wont regret it.    … Expand
  73. LBrennan92
    Apr 26, 2021
    10
    I was off work for 5 months last year, and played around 60 games in that time. The Last Of Us 2, The Witcher 3, Papers Please, MGS Sons of Liberty...all incredible games which I enjoyed immensely.

    Hollow Knight was the best of the lot. This game is the definition of a masterpiece. I was given it for free and once I'd finished, paid for a second copy as I felt like I had robbed the    I was off work for 5 months last year, and played around 60 games in that time. The Last Of Us 2, The Witcher 3, Papers Please, MGS Sons of Liberty...all incredible games which I enjoyed immensely.

    Hollow Knight was the best of the lot. This game is the definition of a masterpiece. I was given it for free and once I'd finished, paid for a second copy as I felt like I had robbed the developers of what they had earned.

    The gameplay is perfect. The music is perfect. The characters are perfect.. The story is beautiful. I played it for around 120 hours, and unlike some games previously mentioned, every hour felt new and rewarding.

    It's also one of the hardest games I've ever played, but this just adds to the spark. Your character becomes faster and stronger as you find new powerups and upgrades. but it is you, the player, who improves the most. For one DLC boss I had to literally go away and train for a day.

    Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant game. Team Cherry if you are reading this...I don't think you realise how loved your game is. And also hurry uppppppppppppp.    … Expand
  74. MartinNorin
    May 21, 2022
    10
    Hollow Knight "has a little something for everyone" as the timeless meme goes. I feel like that is beyond true for this game. It manages to be epic yet charming, stylish yet mysterious. The combat is perfect in its simplicity, situated in a fictive world that has captured my fascination in a way very few others have been able to.
  75. Leon_D
    Apr 25, 2022
    9
    One of the best metroidvanias i've ever played. A gigantic world with tons to explore, with good gameplay, good challenge, beautiful art and amazing soundtrack.
  76. schatwal96
    Sep 18, 2020
    8
    It is a truly great game, with great music and great art, but you get really confused about playing it, and if you don't like metroidvanias, buy it on sale. it goes for pretty cheap
  77. BeeBoss
    Sep 4, 2020
    10
    I love this game. IMHO the best 2D Switch game and after LoZ:BotW the second best game on this system.
  78. KaS36
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Straight up peak, and a must play for any Metroidvania fan. Great difficulty, great visuals, great music, and impeccable controls. Lots of secrets hidden if you look well.
  79. Strendwolf
    Aug 17, 2020
    10
    If you like Metroid and Darksouls this is definitely must buys, Packed whit beautiful artstyle, music and feel. you can see its been made whit love. i can*t wait to get my hands on silks song
  80. Roigo-conT
    Dec 17, 2020
    9
    hollow knigth es de los metriodvania mas relevantes de esta generación y estoy de acuerdo con esto ya que es visualmente es hermoso su soundtrack es de los mejores y en cuanto al gameplay es parecido a dark souls ya que no tienes a alguien que te guía y todo radica en la exploración y en practica y error ya que la dificultad es alta y esto puede llegar a frustrar a muchas personas y suhollow knigth es de los metriodvania mas relevantes de esta generación y estoy de acuerdo con esto ya que es visualmente es hermoso su soundtrack es de los mejores y en cuanto al gameplay es parecido a dark souls ya que no tienes a alguien que te guía y todo radica en la exploración y en practica y error ya que la dificultad es alta y esto puede llegar a frustrar a muchas personas y su historia díficil de entender pero con una evolución excelente… Expand
  81. reipupunha
    Sep 3, 2020
    9
    Fantastic. Makes me want to explore and gave me back the feeling of being lost. Does everything other metroidvanias do well and do it better. I only disliked the abilities and collection dreams in late game was exhausting and repetitive, specially because of the backtrack.
  82. CARB0
    Sep 10, 2020
    10
    One if not the best gaming experience I have ever had. The feeling of immersion is so great that when I played Hollow knight I wasn't me in my couch, I was exploring the eternal kingdom of Hallownest.
  83. ProjectPeete
    Sep 20, 2020
    10
    One of the best games ever. Huge map, great enemy variety, perfect and simple controls, awesome sound and music design, great replayability, ... i could go on and on. just play it.
  84. alan2pc
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    Every one should own this game. If it sold for $60, it would be one of the best games at that price. At, $15, it is perhaps the most no-brained purchase on the Nintendo Switch. It’s the best Metroidvania I’ve ever played. The world design, story, and art are mesmerizing. The gameplay is sharp and flawless. The bosses are challenging. The progression is great. I can’t say enoughEvery one should own this game. If it sold for $60, it would be one of the best games at that price. At, $15, it is perhaps the most no-brained purchase on the Nintendo Switch. It’s the best Metroidvania I’ve ever played. The world design, story, and art are mesmerizing. The gameplay is sharp and flawless. The bosses are challenging. The progression is great. I can’t say enough about this game. Just buy it!!!… Expand
  85. Zoreda
    Oct 21, 2020
    10
    Este juego es una obra maestra, fue hecho por 3 personas y tiene mucha más calidad que algunos juegos hechos por estudios de mucha gente. La música, el diseño de arte, variedad y diseño de enemigos, combate, mecánicas e historia son realmente magistrales.

    Compra obligada si te gustan los juegos indie, pero sobretodo si te gustan los buenos juegos, las obras maestras, aún no entiendo    Este juego es una obra maestra, fue hecho por 3 personas y tiene mucha más calidad que algunos juegos hechos por estudios de mucha gente. La música, el diseño de arte, variedad y diseño de enemigos, combate, mecánicas e historia son realmente magistrales.

    Compra obligada si te gustan los juegos indie, pero sobretodo si te gustan los buenos juegos, las obras maestras, aún no entiendo como éste juego puede tener malas críticas, entiendo que a algunos nos guste más que a otros, pero este juego es de 8.5 para arriba, yo le pongo 10/10, denle una oportunidad.    … Expand
  86. danialv4
    Nov 3, 2020
    10
    It is impossible that you find a better game for that prize. It plays great in the Lite, precise and challenging platforming, great bosses, tons of content... If you like gaming, just buy it
  87. Cadmmo
    Oct 28, 2020
    9
    Da un poco de pena terminar el juego ya que entrega a lo largo de las horas jugadas una sensación de haber aprovechado mas, con ganas de rejugarlo (en lo personal no hay muchas), eso si los logros bien puestos así como la curva de dificultad, el precio es un regalo para lo que ofrece. La música majestuosa y el diseño de ambiente y personajes, entrañable.
  88. PrimeBandet
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Hollow Knight is a game that mixes beautiful art, sound and level design with challenging boss fights, amazing exploration and hours of content. It is for a price that is way to low for it's quality so there is no excuse to not buying it. Go in blind (like I did) and you will truly have a 10/10 experience
  89. Retrospective
    Nov 5, 2020
    10
    RETROspective

    Super Metroid, Castlevania, Ori, Axiom Verge, Dead Cells, Blasphemous, all these games are, frankly, amazing. All of them provide hours of entertainment, open level design, and a overall great experience. Yet one game succeeds them all. This game combines every tiny little detail of these games and packs them into one package. Hollow Knight is the best metroidvania ever    RETROspective

    Super Metroid, Castlevania, Ori, Axiom Verge, Dead Cells, Blasphemous, all these games are, frankly, amazing. All of them provide hours of entertainment, open level design, and a overall great experience.
    Yet one game succeeds them all. This game combines every tiny little detail of these games and packs them into one package. Hollow Knight is the best metroidvania ever made. This game is the culmination of a few small developers and one composer who, through a few game jams, made a masterpiece. Hollow Knight almost never loses its footing on its 20-40 hour adventure. The game is more polished than marble. The game has very little areas it lacks in, and even in the ones it does lack in they are usually not glaring enough to take away from it. Games have never ever, come so close to perfection in every possible aspect as this game. Like “God of War” this game isn’t nessecarly amazing because it’s good in one are, but it’s great in almost every area. This game is worth every cent, buy it.

    10/10
    “Hollow Knight manages to be one of the first games that may be entirely flawless to the normal player, in terms of value, it is untouchable.”

    -Retrospective    … Expand
  90. HKKnight
    May 26, 2021
    10
    ¡Este juego es fantástico!

    En tan solo unos días este juego consiguió convertirse en mi juego favorito, por encima incluso de juegos como The Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild, Mario Odyssey y otros juegos muy buenos de Nintendo switch. Sus controles se sienten muy fluidos, sobre todo en nintendo switch, la historia es fantástica, aunque difícil de descifrar, lo que lo hace aún mejor.    ¡Este juego es fantástico!

    En tan solo unos días este juego consiguió convertirse en mi juego favorito, por encima incluso de juegos como The Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild, Mario Odyssey y otros juegos muy buenos de Nintendo switch. Sus controles se sienten muy fluidos, sobre todo en nintendo switch, la historia es fantástica, aunque difícil de descifrar, lo que lo hace aún mejor. Los personajes me parecen fantásticos y muy carismáticos, sobre todo los jefes, cada combate es único y tienes que aprenderte su patrón de movimientos para salir victorioso. La dificultad está muy bien, un juego difícil pero no injusto, las partes más complicadas están en los dlc's, de los cuales el juego tiene 4 y son totalmente gratis, lo que también es un punto a favor, la estética dibujada a mano me parece increíble, y todos los pequeños detalles que hay ocultos y no se ven a simple vista me fascinan. El juego te deja tomar tu propio camino, hay hay jefes que son obligatorios en el juego, pero hay varios que no, asi tu decides ir a por ellos o no. Este videojuego es muy barato para la cantidad de contenido que trae, solo 15€ para un juego de más de 60 horas de juego, o si te gusta obtenerlo todo, incluso más de 100 horas.

    Sinceramente este juego es buenísimo, me encanta todo de este juego, y me parece un muy buen reto para los jugadores que quieran juegos complicados.    … Expand
  91. Vovashashunov
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    Затянуло на 50 часов по итогу. Почитать сюжет можно уже после прохождения, во время самой игры некая недосказанность и намеки от NPC никак не портят впечатление. С некоторыми боссами придется повозиться но всё по кайфу. У Team Cherry получился один из лучших продуктов в жанре, если не самый лучший.Затянуло на 50 часов по итогу. Почитать сюжет можно уже после прохождения, во время самой игры некая недосказанность и намеки от NPC никак не портят впечатление. С некоторыми боссами придется повозиться но всё по кайфу. У Team Cherry получился один из лучших продуктов в жанре, если не самый лучший.
  92. SLiM1886
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    Easily one of my favorites! The music, the game play, the level design, the difficulty, the length, everything about this game is perfection.
  93. Gontrand00
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    A really smart (and difficult) game. A lot of nice choices for the lore, the world, the music and the art direction is beautiful. Everything works perfectly together. They are some small things I definitely would correct because sometimes it can ruins your fun for sure (benches really far from bosses which make you lose so much time to go back to the boss everytime you die (which willA really smart (and difficult) game. A lot of nice choices for the lore, the world, the music and the art direction is beautiful. Everything works perfectly together. They are some small things I definitely would correct because sometimes it can ruins your fun for sure (benches really far from bosses which make you lose so much time to go back to the boss everytime you die (which will happen a lot)). I feel this wasn't really thought of and it's kinda sad because after almost 10 hours of playing I almost stopped playing because I got discouraged by some unfair parts. Adding more benches would not have made the game more easier, just less frustrating. And what's the point of creating a game that is frustrating for no apparent reason.

    But outside of that, it's kinda incredible the amount of work put in that game, for such a small team, and such a small price.

    Big studios should get more inspired by indie devs because it's really rare that you have a 15$ game that have you spend 45h just to finish the game (not even completing it - you have to be a little masochist to do that).

    All in all it's a masterpiece and I hope the next one will be as good (with MORE BENCHES *wink wink*),    … Expand
  94. Burridios
    Dec 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es el mejor juego que he jugado en todo sentido. Muy buena banda sonora, historia y jugabiladad. sin dejar pasar sus hermosos graficos. Totalmente recomendado… Expand
  95. Rubbish
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    An absolute must-play for any fan of 2D platformers or Metroidvanias. I fell in love with the art, music and characters.
    Challenging in the best possible way. The controls took some time to get used to but once you do they feel great.
    This game doesn't coddle you or give clear instructions so pay attention for clues like signs that will lead to vendors and checkpoints, and when you get    An absolute must-play for any fan of 2D platformers or Metroidvanias. I fell in love with the art, music and characters.
    Challenging in the best possible way. The controls took some time to get used to but once you do they feel great.
    This game doesn't coddle you or give clear instructions so pay attention for clues like signs that will lead to vendors and checkpoints, and when you get stuck just go explore other areas. Personally, I did use guides for some of the harder to find buts, but that didn't take away from my enjoyment personally. I'd recommend going in blind and then decide if/when you need a guide or the wiki.    … Expand
  96. Tchno
    Dec 8, 2020
    10
    This is legitimately one of the best games I have ever played. I cannot explain it in words, you have to play it yourself.
  97. LunaresArienal
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    It took a couple of hours before I saw what was so good in Hollow Knight.

    The atmosphere is everything, melancholic, cute, menacing and mysterious. The gameplay is simple yet so efficient and precise. It is a die and retry though. It's hard and pretty unforgiving if you are careless or too fast. It can - probably will - get frustrating in some zones. But it's also incredibly    It took a couple of hours before I saw what was so good in Hollow Knight.

    The atmosphere is everything, melancholic, cute, menacing and mysterious. The gameplay is simple yet so efficient and precise.

    It is a die and retry though. It's hard and pretty unforgiving if you are careless or too fast. It can - probably will - get frustrating in some zones. But it's also incredibly rewarding when you finally understand the method to beat that boss, without even getting hit !

    The music is memorable. The NPCs that you meet are adorable and so enticing. You can even use a variety of builds thanks to the badges. The quality and quantity in that game is very impressive for a three-man team.    … Expand
  98. Otah
    Dec 18, 2020
    9
    It's as if the masterminds behind Metroid, Castlevania and Bloodbourne tied an entomologist to a chair, put a gun to thier head, and demanded a refreshing new idea for a charming, yet still challenging, platformer RPG.
  99. IrregularDBJ
    Mar 8, 2021
    10
    instant 10/10. beautiful art and an amazing soundtrack with fun and (almost)fair gameplay
  100. Manuelrz
    Dec 22, 2020
    10
    This is without a doubt the best metroidvania game ever made, it has a beautiful interconnected world, satisfying combat, great bosses, the platforming is challenging but never unfair and just the right level of personalisation with the charm system and all that on top of the beautiful art style and sound design of the game, overall I loved this game and for the price there no better gameThis is without a doubt the best metroidvania game ever made, it has a beautiful interconnected world, satisfying combat, great bosses, the platforming is challenging but never unfair and just the right level of personalisation with the charm system and all that on top of the beautiful art style and sound design of the game, overall I loved this game and for the price there no better game in my opinion.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

8
#8 Best Switch Game of 2018
3
#3 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2018
15
#15 Most Shared Switch Game of 2018

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Metascore
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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