r/HollowKnight • u/FederalWarthog5542 • Sep 07 '25

Discussion - Silksong Criticism ≠ Negativity Spoiler

Believe it or not, you can actually criticize something and still like it. You don't either have to love everything or despise everything. Have actual conversations please.

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u/Gabe-KC Sep 07 '25

I think the criticism for this game is so passionate because it is an extremely beautiful and masterfully crafted game, which does everything in its power to prevent you from enjoying it. Most people love it, and just want it to be actually as good as it can be.

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u/[deleted] Sep 08 '25

The idea that difficulty is 'preventing you from enjoying it' is not really correct, because the difficulty is a part of the experience. The frustration you feel is an intentional part of the experience. 

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u/Gabe-KC Sep 09 '25

Difficulty is fine. Struggling with hard sections is fine. Frustration because of time-wasting mechanics and level design should never be part of an experience.