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Hollow Knight Guides

Every guide our team has written for Hollow Knight — quests, builds, and battle-tested tactics.

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The Radiance boss in Hollow Knight floats with glowing wings and a crown above a dark shadowy figure.
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How to Unlock and Beat The Radiance in Hollow Knight

How to beat The Radiance in Hollow Knight. Learn how to get the Void Heart, unlock the true final boss, and master every phase with our expert charm builds.

Jul 2920 min read
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Map of Greenpath in Hollow Knight showing the location of the Hornet Protector boss encounter.
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How to Beat Hornet Protector in Hollow Knight Boss Guide

Hollow Knight Hornet Protector boss guide. Master attack patterns, find the best healing windows, and unlock the Mothwing Cloak in Greenpath.

Jul 2911 min read
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The Knight faces the massive False Knight boss in a dark arena during a Hollow Knight combat encounter.
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How to Beat the False Knight in Hollow Knight: Boss Strategy Guide

Master the False Knight boss fight in Hollow Knight with our move-by-move strategy guide. Learn how to find the arena, manage SOUL, and defeat the Failed Champion.

Jul 2920 min read
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The Knight sits on a bench in Hollow Knight surrounded by mystical charms and a spectral vendor interface.
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Hollow Knight Charm System Guide: Best Builds and Notch Locations

Hollow Knight Charm system guide. Learn how to increase Notch capacity, manage Overcharming, and use the best builds for exploration and boss fights.

Jul 2912 min read
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The Knight encounters Cornifer in the Forgotten Crossroads, the first location to find the map maker in Hollow Knight.
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Hollow Knight Map Guide: How to Find Cornifer and Iselda

Hollow Knight map guide for finding Cornifer in every region. Learn to use Iselda's shop in Dirtmouth for the Quill, Wayward Compass, and missed maps.

Jul 2915 min read
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The Knight looks up at the Nailsmith in his City of Tears hut to begin nail upgrades in Hollow Knight.
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Hollow Knight Nailsmith Location and All Pale Ore Upgrades

Hollow Knight Nailsmith guide. Find the City of Tears smithy and collect all 6 Pale Ore locations to forge the Pure Nail and maximize your damage.

Jul 2915 min read
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The Knight stands on a platform in a misty landscape, representing the atmospheric world of Hollow Knight.
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Hollow Knight Shade Recovery Guide: Reclaim Your Geo and Soul

Hollow Knight Shade recovery guide. Learn how to find your Shade, defeat it to reclaim lost Geo, and use Confessor Jiji to restore your Soul meter safely.

Jul 2911 min read
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The Knight stands in a dark cavern in Hollow Knight, showcasing the white Soul vessel UI in the top left corner.
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How to Master Soul Management and Spells in Hollow Knight

Master Hollow Knight Soul management with our guide on healing, spells, and upgrades. Learn how to balance Focus and offensive magic to survive Hallownest.

Jul 2914 min read
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The Knight encounters Cornifer the cartographer in Hollow Knight to purchase a map, an essential beginner tip.
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Hollow Knight Beginner's Guide: Essential Tips for Hallownest

Hollow Knight beginner's guide covering Soul management, Shade recovery, and how to buy maps from Cornifer. Master the core mechanics of Hallownest today.

Jul 2922 min read
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