Hollow Knight: Silksong vs Hollow Knight: Which Should You Play in 2025?

Quick Summary

Hollow Knight: Silksong (Metroidvania) — Score: 6.2/10. A strong metroidvania pick. Beautiful art outweighs high expectations. 6.2/10.
Hollow Knight (Metroidvania) — Score: 6.7/10. Recommended: Hollow Knight excels at vast interconnected world despite can get lost. Score: 6.7/10.

Head-to-Head Comparison

| Dimension | Hollow Knight: Silksong | Hollow Knight | |---|---|---| | Overall Score | 6.2/10 | 6.7/10 | | Price | $19.99 | $19.99 | | Main Story | 30h | 27h | | Beginner Friendly | 4/10 | 4/10 | | Replayability | 6/10 | 6/10 |

Who Should Play Which?

Choose Hollow Knight: Silksong if you are:

Hardcore Players
Office Workers
Commuters

Choose Hollow Knight if you are:

Hardcore Players
Office Workers
Commuters

Our Take

These two games are closely matched. Your choice should come down to personal preference — Hollow Knight: Silksong excels in story, while Hollow Knight shines in replayability.

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