Hollow Knight

Hollow Knight

Platform • Adventure • Indie
2017

Hollow Knight is an upcoming Platform/Adventure/Indie game releasing on PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows). Scheduled to launch on February 24, 2017.

Developed by Team Cherry and published by Team Cherry.

Release Date: 02/25/2017

Released
Hollow Knight cover
trailer

Story

A 2D metroidvania with an emphasis on close combat and exploration in which the player enters the once-prosperous now-bleak insect kingdom of Hallownest, travels through its various districts, meets friendly inhabitants, fights hostile ones and uncovers the kingdom's history while improving their combat abilities and movement arsenal by fighting bosses and accessing out-of-the-way areas.

Screenshots

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Game Information

Platforms

PlayStation 4LinuxPC (Microsoft Windows)MacWii UXbox OneNintendo Switch

Genres

PlatformAdventureIndie

Developer

  • Team Cherry

Publisher

  • Team Cherry

Age Rating

ESRB: Unknown

Player Perspective

Side view

Ratings & Reviews

91%
Critic Score
8 reviews
92%
User Score
1686 ratings

Features & Details

Themes & Elements

ActionFantasy

Game Modes

Single player

Key Features

darkswordskill-based2dmetroidvaniainsectsaction-adventuresteam

Game Engine

Built with Unity

Release Information

Primary Release Date

February 24, 2017

✅ Already released

Platform Release Dates

Nintendo Switch

June 12, 2018
Worldwide

Wii U

December 31, 2017
Worldwide

Linux

February 24, 2017
Worldwide

Mac

April 11, 2017
Worldwide

PC (Microsoft Windows)

February 24, 2017
Worldwide

Xbox One

September 25, 2018
Worldwide

PlayStation 4

September 25, 2018
Worldwide

Release Notes

  • Release dates may vary by region and platform
  • Pre-orders may be available before the official release date
  • Digital releases typically go live at 00:00 local time
  • Physical releases may arrive a few days earlier or later depending on shipping

System Requirements

Estimated system requirements for Hollow Knight on PC

Minimum Requirements

os:Windows 10 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
memory:16 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD RX 6600 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:50 GB available space (SSD recommended)

Recommended Requirements

✨ Recommended
os:Windows 11 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
memory:32 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 3080 / AMD RX 6800 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:100 GB available space (NVMe SSD recommended)

Important Notes

  • These are estimated requirements based on game analysis and industry standards
  • Official system requirements will be announced closer to release date
  • SSD storage highly recommended for reduced loading times
  • Requirements may vary for different graphics settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra)
  • VR games may have additional requirements if VR support is included

💡Performance Tips

For the best experience with Hollow Knight, consider upgrading to an SSD, ensuring your graphics drivers are up to date, and closing unnecessary background applications before playing.

Frequently Asked Questions about Hollow Knight