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Play Overview
Hollow Knight (2018) is a game where you run, jump, and battle your way through the underground kingdom of Hallownest. It’s not uncommon for platform games to invest in the environments through which you pass, but the haunting depths in this game contain more than a veneer of ancient mysteries. Rendered in simple 2D visuals, the world bristles with lore and backstory to the point that this becomes as much as a driver for exploration as powering-up your abilities or defeating enemies. This simplicity also enables Hollow Knight to create a huge labyrinth of interconnected spaces, each with their own enemies, hazards, and history.
This over-delivery of world-building is more than any platform game requires, but it transforms the experience from a power fantasy to an investigation into this otherworldly civilization and alien history.
Our examiner, Andy Robertson, first checked Hollow Knight 5 years ago. It was re-examined by Jo Robertson and updated 7 weeks ago.
This over-delivery of world-building is more than any platform game requires, but it transforms the experience from a power fantasy to an investigation into this otherworldly civilization and alien history.
Our examiner, Andy Robertson, first checked Hollow Knight 5 years ago. It was re-examined by Jo Robertson and updated 7 weeks ago.
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Play Style
Duration
Play Time: This game will take between 20 hours and 30 hours to complete. You can finish the main campaign of the game in 20 hours, but more than other games this varies depending on ability and how focused you are. Many people play the game for over 70 hours before they are finished.
Benefits
Age Ratings
Content Rating
Skill Level
12+ year-olds usually have the required skill to enjoy this game. Still, it’s important for parents and guardians to ensure they understand in-game purchases and have spending limits set-up. Although the content is fine for younger players, this is a difficult game that requires considerable skill and perseverance. Some younger players may find the exacting challenges too frustrating.
Costs
Hollow Knight usually costs £10.99 to £12.79.
You can purchase "Godmaster", "Lifeblood", "The Grimm Troupe" and "Hidden Dreams" content that extends the experience. These are included for free in the PlayStation and Switch versions of the game.
It's important to set up your accounts and devices appropriately. More information is on our Financial Resources page.
Hollow Knight
There are the following additional costs associated with this game:
- In-Game Purchases: Additional in-game purchases are offered for items that enhance the experience.
You can purchase "Godmaster", "Lifeblood", "The Grimm Troupe" and "Hidden Dreams" content that extends the experience. These are included for free in the PlayStation and Switch versions of the game.
It's important to set up your accounts and devices appropriately. More information is on our Financial Resources page.
Game Details
Release Date: 12/06/2018, updated in 2019
Out Now: Mac, PC and Switch
Skill Rating: 12+ year-olds
Players: 1
Genres: Action, Platform (Adventure, Fighting, Narrative and Traversal)
Accessibility: 19 features
Components: 2D Side-On and Cartoon
Developer: Team Cherry Games (@TeamCherryGames)
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