One More Go

Silksong, as was Hollow Knight, a difficult and playful game, often prompting chuckles alongside the face palms. It’s so precisely designed that the occasional spikes in difficulty, usually an awkward run back or challenge arena feel intentionally vindictive. More often than not, though, Silksong is a joy to play, with smooth animations, crisp controls, and impeccable sound design. Cute character barks add joy to a world made eerie by its haunting soundtrack, while battle tracks punctuate the hard fought victories, crescendoing in a final boss encounter that ranks as one of my favourites of all time.