Play it if
You want a big, challenging adventure with exceptional value.
Skip it if
You want a short, relaxed platformer.
Fact sheet
- Players
- Single-player
- Online play
- No
- Cross-play
- No
- Solo
- Single-player only
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Typical playtime
- ~45 hours
- Steam Deck
- Verified
1The pitch
Hornet, princess-protector of Hallownest, wakes in Pharloom, a kingdom ruled by silk and song. She sets off on a pilgrimage up to its peak.
2How it plays
Combat is fast and acrobatic, with tools and crests that change how you fight. Exploration is vast, with quests, secrets and challenging bosses. It is hard and expects patience.
3Where it beats its rival
Against Ori and the Will of the Wisps it wins on depth, length and value. It is the better choice if you love exploration and difficult fights.
4Look & sound
Hand-drawn art and a superb orchestral soundtrack create a world with a strong mood.
5Setup & value
It lists at only $19.99, runs on Windows, macOS and Linux, and is Verified on Steam Deck.
Best bits
- Huge, detailed world
- Excellent combat
- Outstanding value
Watch out
- Very demanding difficulty
- Some long runbacks
Score sheet
- Depth 25%
- 94
- Feel 25%
- 94
- Easy to start 15%
- 78
- Replay 20%
- 92
- Value 15%
- 98
94 × 25% + 94 × 25% + 78 × 15% + 92 × 20% + 98 × 15% = 91.80 → 92
The judges' verdict
Verdict
“Hollow Knight: Silksong was worth the wait. It wins this rematch on depth and value.”
By the Bet Compare Guide editorial desk · Updated 20 Oct 2026 · How we score · Report an error
