Hollow Knight: Silksong Fans Defend Difficulty, Call It the Core of the Game’s Charm
Hollow Knight: Silksong has once again sparked heated debate around a classic topic in gaming: difficulty. Some players worry the new installment may be too hard and risk losing the charm of the original. Yet many fans have pushed back strongly, insisting that difficulty is not a weakness but instead an essential part of what makes the series memorable and beloved.
A Reddit user named radilee21 directly addressed these criticisms, pointing out that while Team Cherry is not beyond critique, the idea that the developers “don’t understand what made the first game successful” simply because Silksong appears more challenging is unfair. According to this player, Silksong introduces far more than just difficulty. The game showcases a brand-new protagonist, Hornet, stunning music, fresh environments, and a deeper, more refined gameplay system. Reducing all of that to complaints about challenge is, in their view, focusing on small flaws while ignoring the bigger picture of what makes the game extraordinary.
They further emphasized that Silksong’s difficulty is not unbalanced or impossible. On the contrary, the game includes new tools, combat mechanics, and varied pathways from the very start, giving players more room to adapt and overcome obstacles. If some players find it too tough, that is understandable, but to accuse the developers of misunderstanding their own success dismisses the careful design and vision behind the game.
Hollow Knight: Silksong originally began as planned DLC for Hollow Knight but grew into a full standalone sequel. Players step into the role of Hornet, who, after being captured, finds herself in a mysterious new kingdom woven with silk and song. This world brims with danger, puzzles, and ancient secrets. Players must climb toward the highest peaks of this realm while fighting fearsome enemies, uncovering hidden lore, and surviving in a vast Metroidvania-style map that pushes exploration and combat to their limits.
In the end, fans defending Silksong’s difficulty argue that challenge has always been at the heart of Hollow Knight’s identity. It creates tension, reward, and unforgettable triumphs that define the series. Rather than being a flaw, the demanding gameplay ensures Silksong will stand out even more in a gaming landscape filled with easy wins. If anything, difficulty is what makes Hollow Knight timeless, and Silksong seems poised to deliver on that promise again.
