Hollow Knight is a masterpiece of the metroidvania genre, known for its challenging combat, deep lore, and sprawling underground kingdom. For players aiming for the ultimate completionist run, the "1031 full" route has become a legendary benchmark. This refers to achieving 112% game completion while collecting all 1031 Essence from ghosts, bosses, and Whispering Roots.

What to Do

If you're stuck or looking for information on progressing or optimizing your playthrough:

Whispering Roots: There are 482 Essence points hidden within the red trees scattered across the map. You must navigate environmental puzzles to collect every orb.Dream Warriors: Spirits like Elder Hu, Marmu, and Galien provide a significant chunk of the total. Mastering their patterns is essential for survival.Dream Bosses: Rematches with Failed Champion, Soul Tyrant, and Lost Kin provide the largest Essence drops, testing your reaction times and build optimization. Essential Gear for Completionists

Version 1.031 Specific Features:

  1. Hidden Dreams (Version 1.1.0.0)
  2. The Grimm Troupe (Version 1.2.0.0)
  3. Lifeblood (Version 1.3.0.0)
  4. Godmaster (Version 1.4.0.0 – later updated to 1.4.3.2)

If you're interested in the soundtrack for "Hollow Knight," there are several ways to explore the music:

: Fixed a notorious bug where the "double-jump" (Monarch Wings) would accidentally fire instead of a normal jump. Combat Adjustments