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Hollow Knight

Xbox · PlayStation · PC · Switch

A hand-drawn metroidvania set in Hallownest, a vast underground kingdom of insects. Precise combat, demanding bosses and a large interconnected map reward exploration, and new abilities open up earlier areas. The world is told mostly through atmosphere rather than cutscenes.

The benchmark for modern metroidvanias.

MetroidvaniaHand-drawnTough bossesExploration

IGDB

92%

2,247 ratings

Steam:

96%

502,960 reviews

Fits you if

you want a tough, atmospheric adventure with lots to discover.

Skip it if

you dislike getting lost or losing progress when you die.

Availability

Where to play

Steam

$14.99

Buy

Facts

Platforms
Xbox · PlayStation · PC · Switch
Release date
February 24, 2017
Length
About 36 hours
Difficulty
5/5 (estimated)
Modes
Solo only
Text in your language
Yes
Steam Deck
Verified
Microtransactions
None

Frequently asked questions

How long is Hollow Knight?
About 36 hours to finish the main story.
Which platforms is Hollow Knight on?
Hollow Knight is available on Xbox · PlayStation · PC · Switch.
Does Hollow Knight have co-op?
No, Hollow Knight is single-player only.
Does Hollow Knight run on Steam Deck?
Verified
What does Hollow Knight cost?
$14.99 on Steam.

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