The Nintendo Switch has rapidly proven itself to be a wonderful ecosystem for indies to bring their games to, as its easy to develop for, still has a modestly sized games library, and has a rapidly growing userbase. There’s plenty of exciting indie games, both old and new, to look forward to throughout this year, and one such game is Hollow Knight, a dark Metroidvania that launched earlier this year. While we still don’t know exactly when to expect it to pop up on the hybrid, a recent update from the game’s developers suggests that it’s not too far off.
In a blog post on its site, Team Cherry explained that the Switch port is now feature complete, and that testing and optimization is all that’s left to do. The post also explained that the upcoming Hidden Dreams DLC, which launches in July, will be included for free with the Switch version. The new DLC will be adding in two new boss fights, two new music tracks to accompany them, a new upgrade, and a new Stag Station.
What do you think? Will you be picking this up for your Switch? If you’ve played it before, what did you think? Drop us a comment in the section below.
[source teamcherry.com.au]
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I honestly thought this was a surprise new Shovel Knight DLC announced O___O
Haven't played this anywhere else... After watching the video though, Hollow Knight looks like the next great indie release for the Switch. I need this in my life.
This had completely passed me by, but after watching the video and reading reviews of it on PS4 I've got to say this looks immense!
Impressions are broadly positive, and it looks fun.
Count me in!
If this is half as good as Ori, it will be wonderful. Definite purchase.
I'm sold, this looks great. It passed by me up until now, as well.
After not hearing anything about it in forever, I wondered if it'd ever reach a Nintendo console. Hope it's good. I'm interested.
I'm a sucker for traditional 2D art. Will be waiting for it come out on Switch, though.
Was planning on getting this on Steam after a friend recommended it, but I guess I'll get it on Switch now!
Destructoid gave this a 10/10 ,and Gamepot gave it a 9/10.Quality wise,it sounds like it's an indie game on par with the likes of Guacamelee and Shovel Knight.
Cannot wait for this, so many great indie games coming to the Switch, the eshop is gonna be loaded by the year's end.
Day One! Looks ace
This looks great. At least graphicwise this the way i want indis to go.
Away from the retro graphics to beautiful 2d.
But the gameplay looks also nice. Reminds me a little bit of ori and the blind forest which i loved.
Finally! I wish Nintendo would (more actively) help indie devs to get games to the Switch faster!
I've been needing something to scratch that Metroidvania itch lately. Thank goodness. Hope it's not too far off.
I've never played this game but I sure as hell want to on my Switch!!
And holy crap the devs are from Adelaide!? Sign me up!!
Completely forgot about this game, BRING IT ON!
Was not aware of this, but sounds like I'll be enjoying something new to play soon.
I am guessing the Stag Station is that Train Station like element that's featured in the trailer. Guess that might seem normal and good for the DLC, if I played it.
Haven't played it because I was waiting for a switch release. Looks bloody awesome. Day one for me.
Great definitely pick it up when I eventually get a switch
I honestly can't keep up with all the top-class 2D platformers on Switch now. This and Shantae are going on my watchlist for now - but I'm really really happy with the Switch's growing library.
Looks surprisingly fun! Count me in!
Don't usually go for metroidvania but I like the look of this. I'll wait for the Switch version.
It's fun how these games gets 9 and ARMS gets below 80 in Gamerankings. Well it's not, not at all. Can't trust reviews these days... too much amateurs in the field.
P.S.: The game looks decent anyway.
I'll buy it as soon as I'm done with Shovel Knight (I put 45h into it but I'm still far from done...).
Can't say I have heard of the game, so it could have passed me by. Having watched the trailer, I think it will be worth the investment. My wallet is definitely feeling the strain right now
Been on my radar for months now. The PC version is tempting me, but I'm sure playing it on Switch will be worth the wait.
Backed this game, it's fantastic - multiple endings, loads of secrets, solid gameplay and beautiful soundtrack but VERY backtrack heavy.
This is definitely on my radar. It looks to be fantastic Metroidvania with a gorgeous artstyle. The only nitpick I have from that trailer is that the sound effects seem a bit weak? It all just sounds a little bit generic, closer to a flash game than a polished indie release. That really is just a tiny tiny nitpick though, and I only bring it up because it's an area of game design that's oft overlooked.
@Tibob 45 hours into Shovel Knight?! Is that just the first one, or do you mean all three? I've got about six hours into part 1, and I'm on the final stage (I think), though I've got loads of music sheets left to get and have only about a quarter or a third of the achievements. Great game!
@Krillin 45 hours for the three of them.
But I'm trying to do "the whole thing" and get all achievements. Some stuff like finishing the game sub 90min. or without buying anything or getting any relic is quite hardcore !
can't freakin wait for this.
@Tibob I did 100% on shovel knight campaing and the hardest thing was the 90min run. and just to realize that this achivement is in specter knight and plague knight campaings as well, not doing it. but the shovel knight one is worth it. you feel great after it haha.
Looks good and like other comments here, it passed me by too. Shows that as the library grows, clever marketing will be become increasingly important. for smaller developers this means being as smart and tenacious as possible in order to compete with the big shops.
Wasn't interested until watching that trailer. Will pick it up if it's priced well.
If it's a good price I'll buy it. I like what I saw in the trailer, wasn't interested before it.
How many exciting indie announcements can we squeeze into one morning?! Can't wait for this one either!
EVERYONE SHOULD GET THIS GAME!
It's amazing. Just be aware it's very challenging, both in combat and the exploration. The map is non-linear and massive.
I'm holding off with the Steam version because I know it's gonna come out on the Switch. This is the thing with the new Nintendo system - it spoiled me. I wanna have all of my games on the Switch. So yeah ,as soon as it arrives I'm gonna buy it and play the poop out of it.
This is easily one of the best games I've ever played. Ori and Hollow Knight both represent the very best of the Metroidvania genre, IMO--both artistically and from a gameplay perspective. Hollow Knight in particular is my favorite 2D combat I've ever experienced. It's not overly complicated but it's polished to a sheen.
@sketchturner Ori was fantastic and this feels like similar vibes. Lets hope the port is great and good price too.
@gloom When I read the headline I thought the same thing LoL., This title looks amazing love the art style and game design reminds me of a cartoon version of a Tim Burton stop motion film love it .. DAY ONE BUY.
But...I don't like bugs.
I have been waiting for so long for this. I was super close of buying it on PS4, the wait is just killing me.
@8itmap_k1d Have Ori and Hollow Knight, and I can honestly say Hollow Knight is leagues beyond Ori as far as gameplay is concerned. Not quite as pretty, but much more satisfying.
I hate the art style and the drab color scheme, but otherwise this looks pretty interesting.
I will definetly be grabbing this. Hopefully will get a physical release
I wish this was also on 3DS. This would look awesome in stereo 3D.
I want this badly, I hope they partner with Limited Run for a physical release. I collect Metroidvanias.
Played several hours of this game on my PC and then stopped so I could wait for the Switch version. This is easily my GOTY. I could not be more excited for this to come to the switch. First day buy and I recommend everyone else do the same. You will not regret it.
So is it out to Nintendo Switch yet?
Oh my God I'm so sick of waiting😤
Not that rapidly it seems...
Hmmm not out yet ?
Still sick of waiting... What’s this “rapidly nearing release” jazz?
Been waiting for this since the very beginning of it's announcement.
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