Hollow Knight challenges players to explore, battle corrupted creatures, and uncover the secrets buried deep beneath the surface. Let's go!

Hollow Knight developed by Team Cherry and released on February 25, 2017, invites players into a hauntingly beautiful underground world filled with mystery, danger, and discovery. You take on the role of the Knight, a silent warrior who journeys through the ancient, ruined kingdom of Hallownest, once home to thriving insect civilizations. Every corridor hides secrets, challenges, and echoes of a tragic past.

ENTER THE FORGOTTEN KINGDOM

Once peaceful, Hallownest has fallen into darkness after a strange infection began spreading across the land. The disease stripped creatures of their will, turning them into empty shells of their former selves. To save what remains, the Knight ventures deep into caverns, forgotten cities, and cursed forests, facing corrupted foes and uncovering the truth behind the kingdom’s downfall. Each step reveals more of the story, one built on loss, bravery, and redemption.

Explore, fight and discover

Hollow Knight combines action, exploration, and skill-based combat in a vast interconnected world. Players traverse tunnels, ruins, and mystical regions filled with hidden treasures, while every area offers new challenges, enemies, and powerful bosses. As the Knight grows stronger, new abilities and spells open pathways to previously unreachable areas, creating an ever-evolving sense of exploration.

Control

Movement: WASD or arrow keys.
Attack: J or K.
Jump: K or X.
Use Spells: I or C.
Heal: L or V.
Dash: Shift or E.

With its hand-drawn art, atmospheric sound design, and deeply emotional storytelling, Hollow Knight offers one of the most immersive experiences in indie gaming. It’s a journey where courage meets curiosity and every battle brings you closer to the heart of Hallownest.