If this is your first time diving into the depths of Dirtmouth, remember that getting lost is part of the experience.

Better memory management for smoother performance.

Adds two optional boss encounters and the Dreamgate ability.

Introduces a major questline, new charms, and the nightmare-fueled Grimm boss fight.

Visit Iselda’s shop in Dirtmouth as soon as possible.

Hollow Knight remains one of the most beloved indie titles ever made, known for its tight controls, haunting atmosphere, and deep lore. If you are looking at the v1.5.78.11833 build, you are engaging with the modern, most stable version of the game. This version includes all the major content updates that expanded Hallownest into the masterpiece it is today. What is Included in This Version?

The v1.5 updates were primarily focused on optimization, engine upgrades, and bug fixes to ensure the game runs smoothly on modern hardware. By this point in the game's lifecycle, all four major DLC packs—referred to as "Content Packs"—are baked directly into the base game:

File: Hollow.knight.v1.5.78.11833.zip ... May 2026

If this is your first time diving into the depths of Dirtmouth, remember that getting lost is part of the experience.

Better memory management for smoother performance. File: Hollow.Knight.v1.5.78.11833.zip ...

Adds two optional boss encounters and the Dreamgate ability. If this is your first time diving into

Introduces a major questline, new charms, and the nightmare-fueled Grimm boss fight. Introduces a major questline, new charms, and the

Visit Iselda’s shop in Dirtmouth as soon as possible.

Hollow Knight remains one of the most beloved indie titles ever made, known for its tight controls, haunting atmosphere, and deep lore. If you are looking at the v1.5.78.11833 build, you are engaging with the modern, most stable version of the game. This version includes all the major content updates that expanded Hallownest into the masterpiece it is today. What is Included in This Version?

The v1.5 updates were primarily focused on optimization, engine upgrades, and bug fixes to ensure the game runs smoothly on modern hardware. By this point in the game's lifecycle, all four major DLC packs—referred to as "Content Packs"—are baked directly into the base game: