Surprise! Team Cherry has just released a new patch for the original Hollow Knight, which came out nine years ago. This patch focuses on a key mechanic in the game’s final boss fight, making it less frustrating for players.
At first glance, most of the changes seem minor. One of the highlights is the introduction of Traditional Chinese to the language options. However, a key fix addresses the “Radiance’s orb attack hitbox,” which was lingering longer than intended. This adjustment will significantly help players during that tough final battle.
The Radiance is the ultimate challenge in Hollow Knight, and after nearly a decade, Team Cherry has acknowledged that the orb attacks were more punishing than they should be. This tweak will make a big difference for anyone who struggles with that final fight.
Patch Notes:
- Added Traditional Chinese translation
- Fixed low audio volume in the inventory
- Improved text alignment for better readability
- Fixed an issue where overcharmed notches were removed incorrectly
- Adjusted Radiance’s orb hitbox
- Corrected interactions with Mawlurks and Infected Balloons
- Made Mantis Traitors properly invulnerable
- Resolved issues with journal icons
- Addressed multiple minor bugs
- Made various performance improvements
Recently, Team Cherry mentioned their plans for a significant update before the release of Hollow Knight: Silksong’s Sea of Sorrows expansion. They have worked hard with translators to ensure accuracy in both Traditional and Simplified Chinese versions. The German translation also received some changes to improve clarity.
The Sea of Sorrows expansion aims to introduce new areas, bosses, and tools. It has a nautical theme and is scheduled to be a free update later this year.
Hollow Knight has received positive feedback over the years. It holds a special place in the hearts of gamers, and this update shows Team Cherry’s commitment to improving the player experience. As Eurogamer said in their review of Silksong, it’s a game filled with charm and personality—qualities that resonate with its fans.
