Overview
- Number of Players
- 1 (Single Player)
- Genre
- Release Date
Nintendo Switch 2
5th Feb 2026 — $15.00
5th Feb 2026 — £10.99
- Also Available On
- Series
- Upgrade Path
- Via Hollow Knight (Switch eShop)
- Free —
Free — Free
- Official Site
- nintendo.com
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Hollow Knight - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Guides
Guide Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase February 2026: Every Announcement, Game Reveal, Trailer
How would you rate it?
And there you have itm folks, the February 2026 Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase has come and gone, giving us 30 minutes of video game goodness for both Switch 2 and Switch 1. And it seems like third-parties are queueing up around the block to get their games on the newest system! If you happened to miss the Partner Showcase...
Hollow Knight - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition News
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (14th March)
Pokémanz
Hello everyone, and welcome to this newfangled concept called 'the weekend'. It's a strange one, but we're here for it. Before we dive into what we're playing, let's see what's been going on this week, hm? First of all, Nintendo joined hundreds of other companies in North America in suing the government for its extensive use of tariffs...
Poll So, Do You Prefer Hollow Knight Or Silksong?
Cast your Zote
Despite pledging that we'd take a break from games of this ilk when we finished pouring blood, sweat and tears into Silksong last year, Team Cherry has somehow found a way of dragging us back in with Hollow Knight - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. Yes, we put the halls of Hallownest behind us for good many years ago now, but the promise...
Nintendo Download 6th February (North America)
Dragon Quest VII! Super Bomberman Collection! Cool Borders!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. And blimey, that Partner Showcase added a handful of new releases to the pot, too. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with...
Hands On Does Hollow Knight's Free Upgrade Make A Difference On Switch 2?
Absolutely Radiant
"Oh no, not again..." I say as I boot up Hollow Knight - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, "Am I about to play through this game for a third time?" I didn't really need much to entice me back into the world of Hallownest, but after downloading the free upgrade within hours of it releasing, I somehow lost three hours of my life going...
News Hollow Knight's Latest Update Is Now Live On Switch 1 & 2, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Starting the Switch 2 Edition in style
Yesterday, Team Cherry surprised us all with the shadow drop release of Hollow Knight - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (at least, it would have been a surprise if its PEGI rating hadn't cropped up online before), and the studio snuck out a new update to mark the occasion. The ver. 1.5.12459 update isn't packed with...
Video Hollow Knight - Side-By-Side Graphics And Performance Comparison (Switch 2 & Switch)
Spot the difference
In case you missed it, Hollow Knight: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is now available. If you are wondering how the Switch 2 version holds up, the YouTube channel ElAnalistaDeBits has released a side-by-side graphics and performance comparison, showing it alongside the original Switch release. The Switch 2 Edition runs at 4K at 60fps...
News Surprise! Hollow Knight - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Launches Today
Who could have seen that coming?
Back in December, we learned that the original Hollow Knight would be getting a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of its own at some point in 2026. In true Team Cherry style, things have been radio silent ever since, but a newly-emerged PEGI rating may suggest that we're closer to release than we had initially expected...
News Hollow Knight: Silksong Expansion Coming 2026, Hollow Knight: Switch 2 Edition Also Announced
Free update and free upgrade confirmed
Before the talented developer Team Cherry signs off for 2025, it's got some exciting news to share. The "first big" Hollow Knight: Silksong expansion is already in the works and is scheduled to arrive in 2026. This new content, officially titled Hollow Knight: Silksong - Sea of Sorrow, will come packed with
Previews
Hands On Does Hollow Knight's Free Upgrade Make A Difference On Switch 2?
Absolutely Radiant
"Oh no, not again..." I say as I boot up Hollow Knight - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, "Am I about to play through this game for a third time?" I didn't really need much to entice me back into the world of Hallownest, but after downloading the free upgrade within hours of it releasing, I somehow lost three hours of my life going...
About The Game
Hollow Knight is a classically styled 2D action adventure across a vast interconnected world. Explore twisting caverns, ancient cities and deadly wastes; battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs; and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom's heart.
Includes free content packs! All new quests, boss battles and secrets!
- Hidden Dreams: Mighty new foes emerge! New Boss fights. New Upgrades. New Music.
- The Grimm Troupe: Light the Nightmare Lantern. Summon the Troupe. New Major Quest. New Boss Fights. New Charms. New Enemies. New Friends.
- Lifeblood: New mapping tools. New Boss fight. Upgraded Bosses. New Music. Hidden Extras!
- Godmaster: Take your place amongst the Gods. New Characters and Quests. New Boss Fights. Hidden Surprises!
Game Features
- Classic side-scrolling action, with all the modern trimmings.
- Forge your own path! The world of Hallownest is expansive and open. Choose which paths you take, which enemies you face and find your own way forward.
- Evolve with powerful new skills and abilities! Gain spells, strength and speed. Leap to new heights on ethereal wings. Dash forward in a blazing flash. Blast foes with fiery Soul!
- Equip Charms! Ancient relics that offer bizarre new powers and abilities. Choose your favourites and make your journey unique!
- An enormous cast of cute and creepy characters all brought to life with traditional 2D frame-by-frame animation.
- Over 140 enemies! 30 epic bosses! Face ferocious beasts and vanquish ancient knights on your quest through the kingdom.
- Chart your journey with extensive mapping tools. Buy compasses, quills, maps and pins to enhance your understanding of Hollow Knight’s many twisting landscapes.
- A haunting, intimate score accompanies the player on their journey, composed by Christopher Larkin.
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