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Hollow Knight
First release on record 24 Feb 2017 · Metroidvania, video with LGBT character
Hollow Knight is a hand-drawn 2D action-adventure and Metroidvania from Adelaide studio Team Cherry. You explore Hallownest, an interconnected insect kingdom, using melee attacks, spells, movement abilities and equippable Charms while uncovering its history. The Windows version launched on February 24, 2017; Mac and Linux followed on April 11, 2017; Nintendo Switch arrived on June 12, 2018; PlayStation 4 and Xbox One received Voidheart Edition on September 25, 2018. Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X|S versions launched on February 5, 2026, while the PlayStation listing dates its PS5 version February 6, 2026. The standard game costs $14.99 on Steam, GOG, PlayStation and Xbox, or $15.00 on Nintendo Switch. It suits solo players who enjoy exploration, demanding combat, atmospheric art and optional challenge content.
Researched from the official pages · Updated
| First release | February 24, 2017 (Windows) |
|---|---|
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S |
| Developer / publisher | Team Cherry / Team Cherry |
| US price | $14.99 on Steam, GOG, PlayStation and Xbox; $15.00 on Nintendo Switch · checked 28 Oct 2026 |
| Mode | Single-player; one player |
| Age ratings | ESRB E10+ (Fantasy Violence, Mild Blood); USK 12 |
| PC minimum | 64-bit Windows 10 21H1 build 19043; Core i3-3240 or FX-4300; 4 GB RAM; GTX 560 Ti or Radeon HD 7750 with 1 GB; DirectX 10; 9 GB storage |
| Steam Deck | Verified |
Which versions and platforms are available?
The game first appeared on Windows on February 24, 2017. Mac and Linux followed on April 11, 2017; Nintendo Switch launched June 12, 2018; PlayStation 4 and Xbox One launched September 25, 2018 as Voidheart Edition. Team Cherry announced Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X|S availability on February 5, 2026, while PlayStation's US page gives February 6, 2026 for PS5.
Does Hollow Knight have multiplayer or crossplay?
Hollow Knight is built for solo play. Steam, Nintendo, PlayStation and Xbox all identify one-player or single-player play, and no official store page lists online multiplayer, local co-op, split-screen, crossplay or cross-progression.
What PC requirements should I check?
The Windows minimum is a 64-bit Windows 10 21H1 build 19043 or newer, an Intel Core i3-3240 or AMD FX-4300, 4 GB RAM, a GTX 560 Ti or Radeon HD 7750 with 1 GB, DirectX 10 and 9 GB of storage. Recommended is a Core i5-3470, 8 GB RAM and a GTX 1050 or Radeon R9 380 with 2 GB; macOS and Linux requirements are also listed on Steam.
How much does Hollow Knight cost?
The standard US price is $14.99 on Steam, GOG, PlayStation and Xbox, and $15.00 on Nintendo Switch. PlayStation's Voidheart Edition includes the original game and four content packs; Xbox lists the same edition at $14.99.
Are the expansions free?
Hidden Dreams, The Grimm Troupe, Lifeblood and Godmaster are free playable packs. They add quests, bosses, upgrades, Charms, enemies, music and refinements, and are built into Voidheart Edition.
What age rating does it have?
ESRB gives it E10+ for Fantasy Violence and Mild Blood. USK's Nintendo Switch record gives it 12 and older.
Release dates by platform
| Platform | Date | Region | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows | 24 Feb 2017 | worldwide | Released |
| macOS | 11 Apr 2017 | worldwide | Released |
| Linux | 11 Apr 2017 | worldwide | Released |
| Nintendo Switch | 12 Jun 2018 | worldwide | Released |
| PlayStation 4 | 25 Sep 2018 | worldwide | Released |
| Xbox One | 25 Sep 2018 | worldwide | Released |
| Nintendo Switch 2 | 05 Feb 2026 | worldwide | Released |
| Xbox Series X|S | 05 Feb 2026 | worldwide | Released |
| PlayStation 5 | 06 Feb 2026 | US | Released |
Prices and editions
| Store | Edition | Price | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam (US) | Standard | $14.99 | 28 Oct 2026 |
| GOG (US) | Standard | $14.99 | 28 Oct 2026 |
| PlayStation Store (US) | Voidheart Edition | $14.99 | 28 Oct 2026 |
| Xbox Store (US) | Voidheart Edition | $14.99 | 28 Oct 2026 |
| Nintendo eShop (US) | Digital | $15.00 | 28 Oct 2026 |
Prices change often; each is the store's own price on the day shown.
PC requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 version 21H1 build 19043 or newer, 64-bit | Windows 10 version 21H1 build 19043 or newer, 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i3-3240 or AMD FX-4300 | Intel Core i5-3470 |
| Memory | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Graphics | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 1GB or Radeon HD 7750 1GB | GeForce GTX 1050 2GB or Radeon R9 380 2GB |
| Video memory | 1 GB | 2 GB |
| Storage | 9 GB | 9 GB |
| DirectX | 10 | 10 |
From the game's official store page, read 28 Oct 2026; summarised in our own words.
Modes and features
| Feature | On record | Platforms |
|---|---|---|
| Single-player | Yes; one player | Windows, macOS, Linux, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S |
| Online multiplayer | Not listed | — |
| Local or split-screen | Not listed | — |
| Crossplay | Not listed | — |
| Cross-progression | Not listed | — |
| Controller support | Full controller support; Xbox controllers listed | Windows |
| Steam Deck rating | Verified | Steam |
| Cloud saves | Steam Cloud, Nintendo Save Data Cloud and Xbox cloud saves listed | Steam, Nintendo Switch, Xbox |
| Supported languages | 11 with interface, audio and subtitles | Steam |
DLC and expansions
| Name | Released | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Hidden Dreams | — | Free · checked 28 Oct 2026 |
| The Grimm Troupe | — | Free · checked 28 Oct 2026 |
| Lifeblood | — | Free · checked 28 Oct 2026 |
| Godmaster | — | Free · checked 28 Oct 2026 |
| Official Soundtrack | 24 Feb 2017 | $9.99 · checked 28 Oct 2026 |
| Gods & Nightmares soundtrack | 09 Aug 2018 | $4.99 · checked 28 Oct 2026 |
Age ratings
| Board | Rating | Content descriptors |
|---|---|---|
| ESRB | E10+ | Fantasy Violence, Mild Blood |
| USK | 12 | — |
FAQ
Is Hollow Knight suitable for Steam Deck?
Steam marks Hollow Knight Verified for Steam Deck, and the store lists full controller support.
Can two people play together?
No. The official listings describe a single-player game, with one player on Nintendo, PlayStation and Xbox pages.
What extra content is included?
The four playable content packs are included free in the game or Voidheart Edition. The paid Steam add-ons are the Official Soundtrack at $9.99 and Gods & Nightmares at $4.99.
Can I play it offline?
Nintendo Switch supports TV, tabletop and handheld modes, while PlayStation lists offline play and Xbox lists cloud saves.
Our take
Pick Steam if you want the clearest PC feature set: it is $14.99, supports full controller input, includes Steam Cloud, lists 11 languages and is Steam Deck Verified. GOG also costs $14.99 and states that no activation or online connection is required to play. On consoles, the $14.99 Voidheart Edition on PlayStation or Xbox already includes the four free content packs, while Nintendo Switch costs $15.00 and supports TV, tabletop and handheld play. Check your operating system, processor, graphics card, RAM and 9 GB storage before buying on PC. The official listings describe solo, offline-capable play, and they do not advertise multiplayer, crossplay or cross-progression.
Best for: solo players; exploration-focused players; players who like demanding 2D combat; players who want a hand-drawn gothic setting.
Not for: players seeking multiplayer or crossplay; players who require online co-op; players whose PC misses the listed Windows requirements.
Which version: Steam for PC or Steam Deck; PlayStation or Xbox Voidheart Edition for console; Nintendo Switch for handheld, tabletop or TV play
Built only from the official facts above. We don't review games we haven't played, and nothing here is paid.
Sources
- Valve / Team Cherry read 28 Oct 2026
- Team Cherry read 28 Oct 2026
- GOG / Team Cherry read 28 Oct 2026
- Microsoft / Team Cherry read 28 Oct 2026
- Sony Interactive Entertainment / Team Cherry read 28 Oct 2026
- Team Cherry read 28 Oct 2026
- ESRB read 28 Oct 2026
- USK read 28 Oct 2026
- Valve / Team Cherry read 28 Oct 2026
- Team Cherry read 28 Oct 2026
- Team Cherry read 28 Oct 2026
- Nintendo / Team Cherry read 28 Oct 2026
- Team Cherry read 28 Oct 2026
The record
Every line has its source and the day it was read- Dates on record
- 24 Feb 2017 Wikidata · read 26 Oct 2026
- Developer
- Team CherryWikidata · role not verified
- Publishers on record
- Team Cherry Wikidata
- Genres
- Metroidvania, video game with LGBT character, 2D platform game, soulsvania Wikidata
- Modes
- single-player Wikidata
- Age ratings on record
- Wikidata
- Series
- Hollow Knight Wikidata
- Engine
- Unity Wikidata
- Platforms on record
- WindowsmacOSLinuxPS5PS4Xbox Series X|SXbox OneSwitch 2Switch on Wikidata · on Wikidata without a reference. A platform missing here is not proof it is absent.
Facts: Wikidata Q29300592 (CC0), revision 2555967304, read 26 Oct 2026, researched by VGKami Games Research (VGK-WIKIDATA-CENTRE-20261028-V3d). Spotted a wrong fact? Tell us.
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