Hollow Knight is a 2D action-adventure video game developed and published by Team Cherry. The game was released in 2017 for Microsoft Windows, macOS, and Nintendo Switch. The game takes place in the insect kingdom of Hallownest, where the player takes on the role of a small, silent knight on a journey to uncover the mysteries of the kingdom and the plague that is consuming it. The game features a non-linear open world, with players able to explore various areas and fight bosses to unlock new abilities and progress through the story. The game received widespread critical acclaim for its tight gameplay, hand-drawn art style, and memorable world and characters.