Hollow Knight
by Team Cherry
Released February 24, 2017 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Mac, Linux, and Wii U.
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.
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.
Release dates by platform
Reviews & players
PC system requirements
Official specs from Steam
Minimum
| OS | Windows 10 version 21H1 (build 19043) or newer |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i3-3240, AMD FX-4300 |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics | GeForce GTX 560 Ti (1GB), Radeon HD 7750 (1GB) |
| DirectX | Version 10 |
| Storage | 9 GB available space |
Recommended
| OS | Windows 10 version 21H1 (build 19043) or newer |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-3470 |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | GeForce GTX 1050 (2GB), Radeon R9 380 (2GB) |
| DirectX | Version 10 |
| Storage | 9 GB available space |
Hollow Knight FAQ
When did Hollow Knight come out?
Hollow Knight was released on February 24, 2017 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Mac, Linux, and Wii U.
Is Hollow Knight on PlayStation 5?
Yes. Hollow Knight launched on PlayStation 5 on February 5, 2026.
Is Hollow Knight on Xbox Series X|S?
Yes. Hollow Knight launched on Xbox Series X|S on February 5, 2026.
Is Hollow Knight on Nintendo Switch 2?
Yes. Hollow Knight launched on Nintendo Switch 2 on February 5, 2026.
Who is making Hollow Knight?
Hollow Knight is developed by Team Cherry.
Is Hollow Knight multiplayer?
No. Hollow Knight is single player only.
How much does Hollow Knight cost?
Hollow Knight costs $14.99 on Steam. Prices checked October 9, 2026.
Is Hollow Knight good?
Steam players rate it "Overwhelmingly Positive" — 97% of 564,414 reviews are positive. Critics average 91/100.
What are the minimum PC requirements for Hollow Knight?
The minimum GPU is GeForce GTX 560 Ti (1GB), Radeon HD 7750 (1GB). See the full minimum and recommended specs on our Hollow Knight system requirements page.
Hollow Knight series
3 games in release order
