How I Triggered and Finished the Dark Hearts Quest in Silksong

While pushing through Act 3 of Hollow Knight: Silksong, I noticed a new Hunt-type wish pinned to the Bellhart Wish Board. The citizens of Bellhart were clearly unsettled—they kept looking over their shoulders at dark, pulsing growths that had begun appearing in the surrounding areas.…

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The Heartbreaking Legacy of Seth, a Fan-Created Boss in Hollow Knight: Silksong

When Hollow Knight: Silksong finally arrived on September 4, 2025, it was more than just the end of a six-year wait. The long-anticipated sequel to Team Cherry’s beloved indie hit launched with record-breaking player counts, crashed digital storefronts, and even…

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How I Found Every Crest in Hollow Knight: Silksong

I never expected a simple badge to change how Hornet moves, attacks, and survives. But that is exactly what Crests do in Hollow Knight: Silksong. After too many hours wandering Pharloom in 2026, I finally tracked down all seven and earned that achievement. Here is my story.

Hunter Crest

This…

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Hollow Knight: Silksong Tops 92 On OpenCritic In Tight GOTY Race

I’ve kept a close eye on Hollow Knight: Silksong’s post-launch reception, and after nearly two weeks of reviews filtering in, the picture is remarkably clear. Team Cherry’s long-awaited Metroidvania sequel currently sits at a 92 on OpenCritic across 45 critic reviews, including our…

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How Hollow Knight Silksong’s 0.1% Achievements Broke and Rebuilt Me in 2026

I never thought a game about a tiny bug princess with a needle could make me question my existence. But here I am, deep into 2026, still replaying Hollow Knight: Silksong like it is a personal grudge. The latest balance patch has certainly softened some of the early…

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Silksong’s Shadow Drop and Its Ripple Effects on the Indie Game Scene

In September 2025, the long-awaited release of Hollow Knight: Silksong sent shockwaves through the gaming industry, igniting celebration among fans while simultaneously stirring frustration among some independent developers. The creative director of the action-adventure…

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How to Get the Fractured Mask in Silksong

In Hollow Knight: Silksong, Hornet can dodge, slash, and parkour through an entire kingdom, but even the nimblest protagonist occasionally eats a hit that feels like being swatted by a cathedral bell. That is where the Fractured Mask earns its keep. This blue Tool acts as a crunchy layer of insurance:…

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The Co-op Horizon Is Calling Me After Falling Hard for Split Fiction

I have spent a large portion of 2025 glued to my couch with a controller in hand, and I can honestly say that Split Fiction ruined me in the best possible way. It was that rare title where the split-screen action felt cinematic, the storytelling hit every emotional beat, and…

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How I Beat Lace the Second Time in Silksong

Let me paint you a picture: back in Hollow Knight, Hornet was the boss who made me hurl my controller across the room in Greenpath and later in Kingdom’s Edge. Now, in Silksong, I finally get to play as her. But the universe has a twisted sense of humor, because Lace has arrived to fill the vacant…

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Hollow Knight: Silksong Endings Guide: All 5 Finales I Unlocked

I’ve been deep in Pharloom since the 2026 release, and after multiple clean saves I’ve now seen every unique finale Hollow Knight: Silksong has to offer. Team Cherry kept the original’s habit: one default ending you’ll find naturally, plus several alternatives that demand…

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