Hollow Knight
News, coverage and analysis tracking Hollow Knight across the outlets.
Mel the Pyramid Cat Review | TheXboxHubMel the Pyramid Cat is a precision platformer that falls short of genre expectations due to its simplistic gameplay mechanics and uninspired stage design. While the game features a distinct desert aesthetic and some challenging enemy combinations, its core traversal abilities and forty stages lack the depth and intentionality found in similar titles. Despite being an improvement over its predecessor, this entry leaves the series stagnating.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 30, 2026 – Mina the Hollower, Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5, LumenTale all debutThe latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 30, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream remaining at #1. New releases Mina the Hollower, Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5, and LumenTale: Memories of Trey all debuted in the top rankings.
Hollow Knight Silksong fans convinced Sea of Sorrow's release window was just confirmed, with evidence so compelling they can't agree on what that window isFans of Hollow Knight: Silksong are interpreting a physical edition listing as confirmation of a release window for the "Sea of Sorrow" DLC. While some believe the DLC will be available before the October 16th release of the physical edition, others suggest it will launch after that date, leading to divided speculation within the community.
Hollow Knight: Silksong physical edition announcedFangamer has announced a physical edition for Hollow Knight: Silksong, releasing on October 16th for Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. The physical release includes the game, a manual, and a poster, but does not include the upcoming 'Sea of Sorrow' DLC, which will be a free download.
Hollow Knight: Silksong And Hollow Knight Switch 2 Physical Editions Announced, Pre-Orders LiveTeam Cherry and Fangamer have announced physical editions for Hollow Knight: Silksong and Hollow Knight on the Nintendo Switch 2, which are also playable on the Nintendo Switch. Pre-orders are now live for both titles, with Hollow Knight: Silksong priced at $45 and Hollow Knight at $39, both expected to ship on October 16, 2026.
Hollow Knight: Silksong, Hollow Knight Nintendo Switch 2 physical releases revealedFangamer has announced physical releases for Hollow Knight: Silksong and Hollow Knight on Nintendo Switch. Both editions, playable on Switch 1 and Switch 2, will include manuals and posters illustrated by Rubén Molina, with Hollow Knight: Silksong also receiving its first physical release. The physical editions are scheduled for release on October 16, 2026.
Nintendo goes live with indie sale for Switch 2 and Switch – Hollow Knight: Silksong and moreNintendo has launched a new indie game sale on the Nintendo eShop for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. The sale includes popular titles such as Hollow Knight: Silksong, No Man's Sky, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, and Slay the Spire, with various discounts available. Specific end dates for the sale vary per title.
Switch spring 2026 sale includes Silksong and more favoritesNintendo is holding an Indie Sale offering discounts on numerous titles for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Notable games on sale include Hollow Knight: Silksong, Hollow Knight, UFO 50, Untitled Goose Game, Cuphead, Disco Elysium: The Final Cut, Balatro, Slay the Spire, and No Man's Sky. The sale runs until June 7.- Silksong Parent Guide: Finishing Between School Runs | TAGThis guide offers strategies for parents to play Silksong by breaking down gameplay into short, manageable sessions around school and nap schedules. It emphasizes prioritizing bench saves, planning sessions around available time windows, and managing boss attempts to accommodate limited playtime. The article also discusses the benefits of handheld gaming platforms like the Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch for parents and provides advice on resuming the game after breaks.
Billbil-kun: Physical edition of Hollow Knight: Silksong coming October full game on cartridgeRetail leaker Billbil-kun has revealed details about the physical edition of Hollow Knight: Silksong, which is set to release on October 16th. The Nintendo Switch version will include the full game on the cartridge and will cost $45, with a similar release expected in Europe. A re-release of the original Hollow Knight for Nintendo Switch will also be available on the same date for $40.
Funding sources for UK studios in 2026: what's on offer, and the requirements developers need to be aware ofThis guide outlines various funding sources available to UK game developers in 2026, including the Video Games Expenditure Credit (VGEC) tax relief, development grants from sources like the UK Games Fund and Epic MegaGrant, and incubator/accelerator programs. It also touches on private funding through venture capital and crowdfunding, emphasizing the importance of understanding terms related to IP ownership, exclusivity, and government funding caps.
Comedian Alasdair Beckett-King was a die-hard adventure gamer until he discovered Morrowind: 'The first time I loaded it up, I walked straight into a little pond and was killed by a fish'Comedian and adventure game designer Alasdair Beckett-King discusses his gaming history, from playing Dizzy on a ZX Spectrum to his love for Morrowind and point-and-click adventures like Broken Sword. He shares his current playthroughs of Tainted Grail: Conquest and his enduring affection for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, while also admitting to being stuck on Hollow Knight: Silksong.
A game developer compared Godot and Unity by making the same game in both engines, and he's found a clear winnerGame developer Thomas Grové conducted a side-by-side comparison of Unity and Godot by building the same survival horror game in both engines. While both engines performed similarly in functionality, Godot proved significantly more efficient in loading, exporting, and compiling, leading Grové to conclude it's the preferred engine for his project despite Unity's slightly higher final output FPS.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 24, 2026 – Yoshi holds off Pokemon Pokopia, Tales of Arise debutsThe latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 24, 2026, show Yoshi and the Mysterious Book holding the top spot, followed by Pokemon Pokopia. Tales of Arise debuted with two editions in the top ten, while other notable titles like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza also charted.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 23, 2026 – Tomodachi Life is unbeatableThe Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 23, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. New releases like Rune Dice and Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection also appeared on the download-only list. The article provides a comprehensive ranking of the top 30 games and download-only titles.
"Entire nations will hate you": Steam expert warns devs to use good regional pricing and localization if they don't want Silksong-style review bombsAn expert warns game developers that ignoring regional pricing and proper localization can lead to negative reviews and player backlash, citing examples like Hollow Knight: Silksong and Slay the Spire 2. Tom Kaczmarczyk of IndieBI emphasized that failing to adapt prices and provide good localization, especially for markets like China, can significantly suppress sales and damage a game's reputation.
The new Bubsy is better than I expected, but its hackneyed '90s nostalgia is exhaustingThe new Bubsy 4D game from Fabraz and Atari offers surprisingly robust 3D platforming mechanics, allowing for complex aerial maneuvers. However, the game is heavily weighed down by its exhausting and cringeworthy '90s nostalgia, particularly its hackneyed humor and nonsensical level design, making it difficult to recommend despite its gameplay potential.
Proton 11 Beta 5 released with more regression fixesValve has released Proton 11 Beta 5, focusing on regression fixes and improving compatibility for various games on Linux. This update addresses controller input issues, performance problems, and ensures games like BattleBit Remastered and Assassin's Creed Shadows are playable. The release also includes updates to underlying components like vkd3d-proton and dxvk.- Cut the Exploration, Crave the Combat! Hardcore Action Title "Die Deep" Demo Drops—Headed to Japan for BitSummit PUNCHTaiwanese indie developer PINIX announced that the demo for their hardcore action game, Die Deep, will launch on May 18, 2026, for PC via Steam. The demo focuses purely on combat, featuring a tutorial, the first stage, and a boss challenge, with no exploration or puzzles. PINIX will also showcase Die Deep at the BitSummit indie game festival in Japan.
- 20 Must-Play Games on Steam Deck in 2026 (Verified and Optimized) | TAGThis guide highlights 20 games that perform exceptionally well on the Steam Deck, focusing on session-friendliness and battery life. It categorizes games into quick sessions, hour-long sessions, and deep dives, while also noting AAA titles that are playable with adjustments. The article also details Valve's 'Steam Deck Verified' system and lists games that did not make the cut due to performance issues.