It’s no secret that Hollow Knight Silksong is a brutally challenging game. Many players, myself included, find its soulslike and Metroidvania elements incredibly tough, with some bosses even requiring patches to be made easier. Finishing the game is a monumental task in itself, but one dedicated player, YouTuber ‘HuntHussle,’ has taken difficulty to an entirely new level. They’ve seemingly accomplished the unthinkable: beating the entire game without taking a single hit of damage – a truly Herculean feat that boggles the mind.
Hollow Knight Silksong perfectly blends challenging soulslike combat with Metroidvania exploration and new abilities. But if you never actually take damage, effectively skipping the need for healing or respawn points, can it truly be called a soulslike anymore?
HuntHussle’s achievement isn’t just a ‘deathless’ run – which, while remarkable, isn’t unheard of. This player completed the entire game without receiving a single hit of damage. Think about that: no missteps, no overextensions, not a single mistimed jump. Meanwhile, many of us are still battling just to see the credits roll.
Perhaps you’re a gaming prodigy, or maybe you managed to finish Silksong before the allure of Hades 2 pulled you away. Regardless, how many times did you fall in battle? How many blows did you suffer while facing Nyleth or Lost Lace? For most of us, those numbers are astronomical. This isn’t to downplay your achievements – simply completing this game is a huge accomplishment – but to do it without taking a single point of damage? That’s truly awe-inspiring.
And then there’s the sheer speed of it all. HuntHussle wrapped up this incredible run in just over two hours, a timeframe many players might spend simply navigating the game’s initial zone. While it’s true they focused solely on the main objective, skipping optional content and avoiding unnecessary skirmishes, it undeniably showcases a level of skill that is almost unimaginable.
Watching the full video reveals two incredibly close calls against Trobbio, moments where the flawless run seemed destined to end. Yet, HuntHussle’s mastery of parrying and dashing shone through, allowing them to escape completely unharmed.
If you’re inspired to attempt this daunting challenge yourself, a good starting point would be to meticulously study every detail of the Silksong bosses. Investing in a top-tier gaming monitor might also give you a slight edge. Beyond that, the old adage applies: ‘git gud,’ I suppose.
So, how many hits did you endure during your own Silksong journey? Share your experiences with us in our community, where discussions about the latest gaming news and challenges thrive – and where, for many, the dream of a perfect Hollow Knight run might just remain a dream!