Team Cherry continues to polish Hollow Knight: Silksong with a brand-new update that is already available for many players and will reach all platforms shortly. After its long-awaited launch on September 4, the game impressed fans, but a few technical details still needed refinement. Fortunately, the developers haven’t slowed down and are dedicated to delivering the smoothest possible experience.
This latest patch pushes Silksong to version 1.0.29242, bringing gameplay fixes, control improvements, visual options, and much-requested translation upgrades. Let’s take a closer look at what’s new.
Better Comfort, Better Control
One of the biggest highlights of Patch 4 is a technical overhaul that significantly improves controller compatibility on PC, with console support coming soon. Thanks to a transition to Unity’s input system, Silksong now better recognizes a wider range of controllers. Even vibration support is more consistent across different devices. While some minor issues may remain, this update is a major win for players who prefer gamepads.
New Visual Options for a Richer Atmosphere
Team Cherry also introduced new graphic features that let players fine-tune the game’s mood. Silksong now includes additional texture filtering levels and an optional film-grain effect, giving fans more control over the presentation.
These additions blend beautifully with the game’s melancholic underground world and help players tailor the aesthetic to their liking.
Fixes to Equipment, Combat, and Exploration
The update tackles several equipment-related problems. Druid Eyes will now equip correctly every time you obtain them, and the Purity Crown has been reinforced with greater durability.
Hornet’s interactions—whether mid-fight or during exploration—have also been refined to eliminate lingering bugs. Certain attacks behave more consistently, hit detection has been corrected, and fights now feel more dynamic overall.
Boss encounters have seen improvements as well: Gurr the Exiled now uses a spinning throw instead of a static attack, and various emblem and rune mechanics have been rebalanced.
A Stronger, More Accessible Localization
One of the community’s biggest requests has finally been addressed: a more complete translation, particularly in simplified Chinese. Menus, dialog, and in-game text have been updated for better coherence and improved readability. This is a big step toward making Silksong more accessible to a global audience.
Detailed Patch Notes (1.0.29242)
(Rewritten in a clean, summarized, original format)
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Major update to simplified Chinese translation using Team Cart Fix’s work
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Transition to Unity’s input system for wider controller support and better vibration handling
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New texture filtering levels (default: low)
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New optional film-grain effect (default: off)
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Localization improvements across all languages
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Fix for Styx not delivering prayer beads after the Queen’s Egg delivery
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Fix for Druid Eyes sometimes failing to equip on first acquisition
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Correction for downward-attack collision bugs
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Fix for Hornet’s plasmified state disappearing unexpectedly
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Fix for plasmium-related state triggers
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Adjustments to Multibinder behaviors based on community feedback
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Increased Purity Crown durability
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Fixes to electricity-related environmental interactions
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Updated Gurr the Exiled’s attack behavior
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Adjustments to Beast Emblem’s piercing attacks
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Corrected scaling for Rune Rage damage
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Fixed damage drop-off on Thread Storm
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Rare fixes for spectral capture control issues
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Messenger delivery repetition fixed
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Fix for Hornet pushing certain enemies through the ground
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Harpoon interaction fixes for specific bosses
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Fix for fractured masks not blocking electrical hazards
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Numerous other small improvements and bug fixes
Silksong Keeps Getting Better—And the Community Feels It
With every update, Team Cherry demonstrates a genuine commitment to long-term quality and player satisfaction. Patch 4 doesn’t just fix issues—it deepens the overall experience, refines combat and exploration, and makes the world of Pharloom feel even more polished.
And if you’re excited by Silksong’s evolution and want to celebrate the Hollow Knight universe, you can find official-style merchandise, apparel, and collectibles at hollowknight-merch.com. It’s the perfect way to show your love for Hornet, the Knight, and the entire world of Hallownest.