20 Boss Fights That Actually Get Easier

After venturing throughout the dying kingdom of Hallownest, slaying the dozens of challenging bosses that lie within, the time comes for players to face the titular Hollow Knight and put an end to the infection spreading throughout the lands.

Beginning this fight with players destroying the chains holding this boss in place, the stage is set for this game's most demanding duel yet. With the knight's large stature, high aggression, and varied moveset, the fight lives up to its expectations.

However, the battle takes a surprising turn during its third phase when the boss unexpectedly begins to stab himself repeatedly in the chest. While the Hollow Knight gains some powerful new attacks at this point, he also slows down significantly and stumbles after attacking, giving players greater opportunities to attack or heal. By the time this climactic showdown enters its final phase, the boss can barely swing his sword without faltering.

With this moment being interpreted by fans as the Hollow Knight fighting back against the infection controlling him, the latter half of this fight becomes a sombre affair that's echoed by the mournful strings that take over the soundtrack.

It's moments like these that make Hollow Knight so incredible.