// Hollow Knight(2017)

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About Hollow Knight

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.

Release Date

Feb 24, 2017

Developer

Team Cherry

Publisher

Team Cherry

Hollow Knight FAQ & buying guide

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Is Hollow Knight worth buying?

CriticalPixel community

91/100

1 review

Steam

97.04% positive

'Overwhelmingly Positive', 415,946 reviews

Critics (IGDB)

91/100

8 critics

What Steam players say about Hollow Knight91/100

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What is Hollow Knight about?

Beneath the fading town of Dirtmouth sleeps a vast, ancient kingdom. Many are drawn beneath the surface, searching for riches, or glory, or answers to old secrets. As the enigmatic Knight, you’ll traverse the depths, unravel its mysteries and conquer its evils.

MetroidvaniaSouls-likePlatformerGreat Soundtrack2DDifficultIndieSingleplayer

Game modes: Single player

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What is the cheapest place to buy Hollow Knight?

Right now the lowest price for Hollow Knight we're tracking is $7.50 at Green Man Gaming — 50% below Steam's $14.99. We compare 6 stores and prices refresh every few minutes.

What is the lowest price Hollow Knight has ever been?

The lowest price we've recorded for Hollow Knight is $3.99 at Gamivo on June 9, 2026. The current best price is about 88% above that low.

Is Hollow Knight worth buying?

Based on 1 community review on CriticalPixel, Hollow Knight has an average score of 91.0/100. Read the individual reviews on this page to see what players liked and disliked.

When was Hollow Knight released?

Hollow Knight released on February 24, 2017, developed by Team Cherry and published by Team Cherry.

What platforms is Hollow Knight available on?

Hollow Knight is available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Linux, Nintendo Switch 2, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Mac, Wii U, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch. It supports single player.

When do Hollow Knight prices drop?

Hollow Knight last hit a new low of $3.99 on June 9, 2026 at Gamivo. Current best price is $7.50. Prices on this page refresh every few minutes, so check back around seasonal sales for new lows.

Where's the cheapest place to buy Hollow Knight?

The cheapest Hollow Knight price right now is $7.50 at Green Man Gaming, 50% below the Steam price.

Hollow Knight price comparison across stores
Store	Edition / Region	Discount	Price	Buy link
Green Man GamingBest price	Steam · North America	-50%	$7.50	Buy Hollow Knight at Green Man Gaming
Kinguin	Steam · Global	—	$8.49	Buy Hollow Knight at Kinguin
Gamivo	Steam · Global	—	$8.58	Buy Hollow Knight at Gamivo
Instant Gaming	Steam · Global	-48%	$8.75	Buy Hollow Knight at Instant Gaming
YuPlay	Steam · Global	-47%	$9.08	Buy Hollow Knight at YuPlay
Steam	Steam	—	$14.99	Buy Hollow Knight at Steam

All-time low: $3.99 at Gamivo on Jun 9, 2026 — the current best price is 88% above it.

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