What kind of exploration does Hollow Knight emphasize?
The publisher describes a two-dimensional action adventure across interconnected caverns and ruins, with routes and discoveries throughout the kingdom.
Based on source 1.
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Hollow Knight
By Team Cherry · Windows · macOS · Linux
ReleasedForge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.
DESCRIPTION SUPPLIED BY THE DEVELOPER THROUGH STEAMInside the game.
Screenshots supplied by Team Cherry through Steam.
Before you play.
- Game style
- Action · Adventure · Indie
- Platforms
- Windows · macOS · Linux
Check the official page for current availability, supported devices and any in-game purchases.
Hollow Knight gameplay guide and player questions
Steam edition · Researched Oct 29, 2026 · Guide updated Oct 29, 2026.
What should I do when an immediate route feels blocked?
Reconsider nearby paths and discoveries before repeating the same obstacle. Exploration is part of the game’s structure, alongside combat.
Based on source 1.
How can I make a difficult fight a useful practice session?
Observe one enemy action and test a deliberate response. Learn an opening before changing several movement or equipment decisions.
Based on source 1.
Sources & scope
- Publisher description on Steam ↗Checked Oct 29, 2026
Source research prepared for Good Game Daily. Good Game Daily organizes publisher information into practical answers. Guidance is an editorial interpretation of those sources. These notes are based on source research rather than a firsthand playtest; editions and later updates may differ.
Check the fit before you install
For Hollow Knight · Steam edition.
- Compare your device with the listed Windows, macOS, Linux requirements. Full controller support is listed.
- Steam lists single-player support. Read the developer’s requirements if you need to play without an internet connection; single-player does not by itself establish offline access.
- The full-game US price snapshot is 14.99 USD; check the current price in your region.
Decision guide updated 2026-10-29. Based on the publisher listing checked 2026-10-29; this is not a firsthand review.
Choose how you play.
- Platforms
- Windows · macOS · Linux
- Play modes
- Single-player
- Controller support
- Full
- Languages
- English*, French*, German*, Spanish - Spain*, Korean*, Simplified Chinese*, Italian*, Portuguese - Brazil*, Russian*, Japanese*, Traditional Chinese* *languages with full audio support
- Release date / window
- Feb 24, 2017
- Full game price · US
- 14.99 USD
The full game and its demo may have different availability. Prices are a US storefront snapshot. DLC and in-game purchases may cost extra.
Steam source ↗ · Checked Oct 29, 2026. Platform editions may differ in features, prices and save compatibility.
▶ Watch the official trailer on Steam ↗Windows minimum requirements
Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 version 21H1 (build 19043) or newer Processor: Intel Core i3-3240, AMD FX-4300 Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 560 Ti (1GB), Radeon HD 7750 (1GB) DirectX: Version 10 Storage: 9 GB available space
macOS minimum requirements
Minimum: OS: Big Sur 11 or newer Processor: Intel Core i3 Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Metal capable Intel and AMD GPUs Storage: 9 GB available space
Linux minimum requirements
Minimum: OS: Ubuntu 22.04, Ubuntu 24.04 (64bit) Processor: Intel Core i3-3240, AMD FX-4300 Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 560 Ti (1GB), Radeon HD 7750 (1GB) Storage: 9 GB available space
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