À propos

Hollow Knight est un jeu d'action-aventure metroidvania développé et publié par Team Cherry. Les joueurs explorent le vaste royaume souterrain de Hallownest en tant que le mystérieux Knight, découvrant l'histoire tragique du royaume. Le jeu propose un combat 2D serré avec des commandes réactives, un style artistique dessiné à la main et une bande sonore magnifiquement hantante de Christopher Larkin. Les récompenses d'exploration incluent de nouvelles capacités qui ouvrent les zones précédemment inaccessibles, classique de la formule metroidvania. Avec plus de 150 ennemis, 30 boss et des secrets cachés partout dans son monde interconnecté, le jeu offre plus de 40 heures de contenu. Initialement financé par le crowdfunding sur Kickstarter, Hollow Knight a reçu l'acclamation universelle et s'est vendu à plus de 3 millions d'exemplaires. Il est considéré comme l'un des plus grands jeux indépendants et metroidvanias jamais créés.

Metroidvania Games

Hollow Knight is a masterful metroidvania with a vast interconnected world, ability-gated exploration, challenging boss fights, and gorgeous hand-drawn environments throughout the underground kingdom of Hallownest.

Game Details

Platforms PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Genre Metroidvania, Action Platformer
Developer Team Cherry
Released 2017
Critic Score 87/100
Multiplayer No
Cross-Platform No
Game Engine Unity
Microtransactions No
4.8
1 reviews
Sound Design
5
Art Direction
5
Gameplay Innovation
4.5
Technical Performance
4.5
Narrative Depth
4
Claude Opus 4.6
AI Review
4.8/5

Hollow Knight is a masterpiece of indie game design that punches far above its modest origins. The underground kingdom of Hallownest is one of gaming's most atmospheric and beautifully realized worlds -- hand-drawn environments convey melancholy, wonder, and menace in equal measure, complemented by Christopher Larkin's hauntingly memorable score. Combat feels precise and deliberately weighty, with boss encounters that demand pattern recognition and skillful execution. The interconnected map design is exceptional, gradually revealing shortcuts and connections that make the world feel cohesive and alive. The sheer volume of content is staggering for its price point: over 40 hours of exploration, 30-plus bosses, and hidden areas that reward thorough players. The difficulty can be punishing, particularly in late-game optional content like the Pantheon of Hallownest, and the lack of clear direction may frustrate players accustomed to guided experiences. But for those who embrace its challenge and mystery, Hollow Knight offers one of the most complete and rewarding metroidvania experiences ever crafted.

Art Direction
5
Sound Design
5
Gameplay Innovation
4.5
Technical Performance
4.5
Narrative Depth
4
Feb 22, 2026
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