Beneath the quiet town lies a vast, ruined realm where the knight awakens, drawn into the depths of Hallownest. Ancient bugs, powerful bosses and a creeping infection stretch the kingdom into darkness. As the nameless warrior you learn new abilities, face deadly foes, and piece together a tainted past. With each swing of the Nail, each dash and each charm chosen, the adventure intensifies. Begin your journey into the darkness!
HOW TO PLAY HOLLOW KNIGHT
Exploration and combat weave tightly in this expansive Metroidvania. The player wields a Nail to strike close-range foes and unlocks spells for ranged attacks, while gathering Soul and Geo to fuel growth. Masks represent health and dying summons a Shade to recover lost currency and restore flow. Movement abilities like wall-cling, dash, and double-jump open previously unreachable areas and reward curiosity. Charms allow customization of stats and playstyle, requiring strategy for slot selection. Huge bosses block progression but defeat grants new powers and access deeper paths. Every area connects to create a huge, interconnected world brimming with secrets and challenges.
Controls Guide
- Move: WASD or Arrow keys
- Attack: J or Z
- Jump: K or X
- Cast Spells: I or C
- Heal: L or V
- Dash: Shift or E
How to Master This Action-Paced Adventure
- Prioritize exploration to unlock movement skills that reveal new zones easily.
- Choose charms thoughtfully to suit your preferred combat style and build.
- Learn boss patterns thoroughly to dodge attacks and retaliate safely.
- Use benches to save progress, regenerate health, and mark your map.
