... was actually deserved. It is stable, beautiful, plays well, the controls are intuitive, no bugs, pun intended, and it is as smooth as butter. It is exactly what the sequel to Hollow Knight needed to be. It doesn't go out of its way to be different. This is a polished product that deserves attention and your time, if you are a fan of the original game. And if you haven't played it but love Metroidvanis with sufficient difficulty, this is the game you've been waiting for. It can be easy to fall victim to the ridiculous expectations placed upon this game, but after 7 years, Team Cherry, doesn't disappoint. And the fact that they put this Day 1 DRM-free is just the cherry on top of this delicious moss-covered cake. Play this game. The music is phenomenal, the art is once again incredible. This game is charming, it is hard, and it is, as the kids say, a vibe.
