Hollow Knight

About Hollow Knight

In Hollow Knight, you control a small, silent being of unknown origin. This character acts as an adventurer and a seeker of truth. The Knight journeys into the ancient and forgotten insect kingdom of Hallownest. You will find answers to the mystery of the kingdom's sudden collapse.

How to PlayHollow Knight

Core Skills and Combat

Your main character is The Knight. The Knight is a small, determined figure. Your basic weapon is the Nail (attack with X). This is used for close-range combat. Your secondary resource is Soul. You collect Soul by hitting enemies. This Soul is necessary to focus and heal yourself (A key). You also use Soul to Cast Spells for powerful attacks.

Movement and Support Items

Progression requires finding key abilities. You must unlock movement skills like the Dash (C key) and the ability to Double Jump (unlocked later). You will also find Charms. These are special support items. They provide passive bonuses, such as faster healing or greater damage. Always focus on upgrading your Nail damage first. 

Explore the Interconnected World

You must travel through huge, interconnected zones. These include eerie caverns and ancient cities. Finding hidden paths is vital for uncovering all secrets. You need to buy map items to use the Quick Map (Tab key). This helps you navigate the challenging landscape.

Controls

• Arrow Keys: Move the Knight.
• Z: Jump.
• X: Attack (Nail).
• C: Dash.
• A: Focus Soul / Cast Spells.
• Tab: Quick Map.

Hollow Knight is a 2D adventure game. The game has stunning hand-drawn visuals. You can equip Charms to customize your playstyle. Combat involves over 150 unique enemies.