Hollow Knight: Silksong

Pros

• Exceptional value at a $20 price point, often described as an 'undercharge' for the quality.
• High level of polish and 'shiny' visual improvements over the original.
• Day-one availability on services like Xbox Game Pass.
• Retains the deep, genre-defining mechanics of the first game.

Cons

• Extremely long development period (seven years) has caused significant community frustration.
• History of poor or 'annoying' communication from the small development team.
• High difficulty curve can make progress slow for players with limited gaming time.

Caveats

• Expectations are so high that some users worry the final product may struggle to meet them.
• The game requires a significant 'get good' time investment that may not suit short play sessions.
• While some see the long dev time as a sign of quality, others have expressed concerns about potential rushing or lack of updates.

Best for

• Fans of the original Hollow Knight and the metroidvania genre.
• Budget-conscious gamers looking for high-quality indie titles.
• Players who enjoy challenging, high-skill combat and exploration.

Avoid if

• You are frustrated by developers who do not provide frequent status updates.
• You prefer easier games or have very limited time to master complex mechanics.
• You are looking for a short, casual experience.