A Journey to 112% Completion: A Guide to Every Hollow Knight Achievement & Trophy

  Hollow Knight, a game celebrated for its rich world, challenging combat, and intricate lore, also offers a daunting yet incredibly rewarding list of achievements and trophies. Completing the game is one thing, but achieving 100% or, for the truly dedicated, the full 112% completion, requires a deep understanding of every mechanic, secret, and hidden boss in the world of Hallownest. This comprehensive guide breaks down every single achievement and trophy available in the game, including those from the free content packs like Hidden Dreams, The Grimm Troupe, Lifeblood, and the final, brutal Godmaster update. Prepare to venture deep into the Forgotten Crossroads, face off against the most terrifying of foes, and truly master the world of the Knight.

The Core Game: Main Story & Exploration

Many of Hollow Knight‘s achievements are tied to the main progression, whether it’s defeating a key boss, acquiring a critical item, or reaching a certain milestone in the story. These are the trophies you’ll likely earn on a standard playthrough.

• Falsehood: Defeat the False Knight.
• Test of Resolve: Defeat Hornet in Greenpath.
• Proof of Resolve: Defeat Hornet in Kingdom’s Edge.
• Watcher: Destroy Lurien the Watcher.
• Beast: Destroy Herrah the Beast.
• Teacher: Destroy Monomon the Teacher.
• The Hollow Knight: Defeat the Hollow Knight and complete the game. (Note: This is one of three possible endings.)

The Collector’s Journey: Finding Every Secret

Hallownest is a world of secrets, and many achievements are dedicated to finding and collecting everything the game has to offer. This is where the completionist journey truly begins.

• Charmed: Acquire your first Charm.
• Enchanted: Acquire half of Hallownest’s Charms (over 20).
• Blessed: Acquire all Charms and receive Salubra’s blessing.
• Protected: Acquire 4 Mask Shards.
• Masked: Acquire all 16 Mask Shards.
• Soulful: Acquire 3 Vessel Fragments.
• Worldsoul: Acquire all 9 Vessel Fragments.
• Grubfriend: Rescue half of the imprisoned Grubs (23 total).
• Metamorphosis: Rescue all 46 Grubs.
• Cartographer: Acquire a map of each area from Cornifer.
• Connection: Open half of Hallownest’s Stag Stations.
• Hope: Open all Stag Stations and discover the Stag Nest.

The Path of the Warrior: Bosses & Combat Challenges

The combat system in Hollow Knight is a masterclass in precision and skill, and many of the game’s achievements are a testament to your ability to overcome its most difficult enemies.

• Honour: Defeat the Dung Defender.
• Release: Defeat the Broken Vessel.
• Peace: Defeat the Lost Kin (dream version of the Broken Vessel).
• Illumination: Defeat the Soul Master.
• Mortality: Defeat the Soul Tyrant (dream version of the Soul Master).
• Respect: Defeat the Mantis Lords.
• Strength: Defeat the Failed Champion (dream version of the False Knight).
• Obsession: Defeat the Collector.
• Rivalry: Defeat Zote the Mighty in the Colosseum of Fools.
• Execution: Defeat the Traitor Lord.
• Warrior: Complete the Trial of the Warrior.
• Conqueror: Complete the Trial of the Conqueror.
• Fool: Complete the Trial of the Fool.

The Dream Realm & Unique Quests

These achievements require players to dive into the hidden lore of Hallownest, using the Dream Nail and completing specific quest lines to uncover some of the game’s deepest secrets.

• Attunement: Collect 600 Essence.
• Awakening: Collect 1800 Essence and awaken the Dream Nail.
• Ascension: Collect 2400 Essence and hear the Seer’s final words.
• Solace: Bring peace to the Grey Mourner by completing the Delicate Flower quest.
• Purity: Slay the Nailsmith with the Pure Nail.
• Happy Couple: Allow the Nailsmith to find a new calling (by not killing him).
• Neglect: Leave Zote to die.
• Witness: Spend a final moment with Quirrel.
• Passing of the Age: Aid Mr. Mushroom in moving on.

The Four DLCs & The Path to 112%

The free content packs add new bosses, quests, and challenges that are required for 112% game completion. These are some of the most difficult and rewarding achievements in the game.

Hidden Dreams Update

• Memory: Defeat the White Defender (dream version of the Dung Defender).
• Dark Romance: Defeat Grey Prince Zote (dream version of Zote).

The Grimm Troupe Update

• Grand Performance: Defeat Troupe Leader Grimm.
• Nightmare’s End: Complete the tale of the Grimm Troupe (by defeating the Nightmare King).
• Banishment: Banish the Grimm Troupe from Hallownest.

Godmaster Update

The Godmaster update introduced the Godhome and the brutal Pantheons, a series of boss rush challenges that will test even the most experienced players.

• Soul & Shade: Complete the Pantheon of the Knight.
• Embrace the Void: Ascend the Pantheon of Hallownest and take your place at its peak (by defeating Absolute Radiance).
• Pure Completion: Achieve 112% game completion and finish the game.

The Ultimate Challenges: Speedrunning & Steel Soul

The final set of achievements are for players who want to test their skills in the most extreme ways possible. These achievements are separate from the completion percentage and are a true test of a player’s mastery.

• Speedrun 1: Complete the game in under 10 hours.
• Speedrun 2: Complete the game in under 5 hours.
• Completion: Achieve 100% game completion and finish the game.
• Speed Completion: Achieve 100% game completion and finish the game in under 20 hours.
• Steel Soul: Finish the game in Steel Soul mode (permadeath).
• Steel Heart: Achieve 100% game completion and finish the game in Steel Soul mode.

Whether you’re a new player just starting your journey or a veteran returning to finish what you started, this guide serves as a complete roadmap to unlocking every single achievement and trophy in Hollow Knight. The path to 112% is long and arduous, filled with moments of both triumph and despair. But with patience, skill, and a lot of practice, you can prove yourself to be the true master of Hallownest.