Topic: game difficulty
Hollow Knight: Silksong Update Makes Game Easier After Fan Feedback
Team Cherry has released an update to address player feedback on Hollow Knight: Silksong's difficulty, aiming to balance challenge and accessibility. Specific early-game bosses, Moorwing and Sister Splinter, have been adjusted to be more manageable while retaining their unique mechanics. The upda...
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9 Metroidvanias to Play Instead of Hollow Knight: Silksong
Hollow Knight: Silksong's long development has led players to seek similar exploration and challenge in other metroidvania games. Various alternatives are recommended based on player preferences, such as Astalon for pixel art, Islets for easier difficulty, and La-Mulana for extreme challenge. Oth...
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Hollow Knight: Silksong's "Cheat Code" You Should Avoid
Hollow Knight: Silksong features a challenging Steel Soul Mode, unlocked via a D-pad code, where death is permanent and ends the run immediately. An upcoming patch will reduce the difficulty of early bosses, and PC players can use mods or online guides to adjust their gameplay experience. The gam...
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Silksong's Secret Permadeath Mode: The Ultimate Challenge Awaits
A hidden permadeath mode called Steel Soul is accessible from the start in *Hollow Knight: Silksong* by entering the Konami code in the Extras menu. Steel Soul mode is extremely challenging, as a single death results in permanent game over, offering an option for players seeking a tougher experie...
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Donkey Kong Country Still a Brutal Challenge on Switch 2
Donkey Kong Country remains a challenging platformer with timeless design, now available on Nintendo Switch Online, showcasing brutal difficulty and pure gameplay fundamentals. The game's merciless design features pixel-perfect jumps, hidden hazards, and a one-hit-kill system, creating intense te...
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Take Your Time: Why You Shouldn't Rush Hollow Knight: Silksong
The author is taking a slow, deliberate approach to exploring Hollow Knight: Silksong's vast world, contrasting with players who rush to finish it. A primary reason for this cautious pace is a fear of getting lost and the anxiety associated with navigating the game's large, labyrinthine map. The ...
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How Hollow Knight: Silksong Fans Made Waiting for Release a Game
Hollow Knight: Silksong has generated immense anticipation, with a dedicated fan creating daily updates and a website tracking its release status. Developed by a small three-person team, the sequel follows the highly successful Hollow Knight, which sold over 15 million copies and won numerous awa...
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NHL 26 Review: A Fan's Dream, A Beginner's Nightmare
NHL 26 is an exceptionally authentic and immersive ice hockey simulation, featuring realistic player movements and arena atmosphere, though it presents a steep learning curve for newcomers. The game utilizes the ICE-Q 2.0 engine and real-world data for lifelike player performances and strategic d...
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Haunting PS5 Shooter Saros Arrives This March
The PlayStation 5 exclusive game *Saros* from Housemarque is set to release on March 20th, 2026, as announced during Sony's September State of Play event. Gameplay will be similar to *Returnal*, featuring fast-paced action, bullet-hell combat, and a new dynamic shield system that converts absorbe...
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Final Fantasy 7 Remake Adds Easy Mode on Switch 2 and Xbox Series X|S
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade is coming to Xbox Series X|S and Switch 2 in early 2026, introducing a new "Streamlined Progression" mode that simplifies combat for a more narrative-focused experience. Preorders for the game include a free digital copy of the original Final Fantasy 7 for digita...
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