Hollow Knight: Silksong vs Pinstripe
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Hollow Knight: Silksong vs Pinstripe — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Hollow Knight: Silksong Team Cherry | Pinstripe Serenity Forge, Armor Games, Armor Games Studios, Atmos Games |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | September 4, 2025 | April 24, 2017 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Developer | Team Cherry | Armor Games, Thomas Brush, Atmos Games |
| Publisher | Team Cherry | Serenity Forge, Armor Games, Armor Games Studios, Atmos Games |
| Official Site | http://hollowknightsilksong.com/ | http://atmosgames.com |
| Age Rating | — | Teen |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Indie, Platformer | Adventure, Casual, Indie, Puzzle, Platformer |
| Game Modes | Single-player | Single-player |
| Perspective | 2D | 2D |
| Average Playtime | 24 hours | 4 hours |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Apple Macintosh, Linux, Nintendo | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, iOS, Apple Macintosh, Linux, Nintendo |
| Available On | Steam, GOG | Steam, GOG, Xbox Store, PlayStation Store, Nintendo eShop, App Store |
| PC Requirements | ||
| Minimum Requirements | OS: Windows 7 Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo E5200 Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce 9800GTX+ (1GB) DirectX: Version 10 Storage: 9 GB available space Additional Notes: 1080p, 16:9 recommended | OS: Windows 7 or higher Processor: 1.7 GHz Dual Core CPU Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260, ATI Radeon 4870 HD, or equivalent card with at least 512 MB VRAM Storage: 1 GB available space |
| Recommended Requirements | OS: Windows 10 Processor: Intel Core i5 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 560+ DirectX: Version 10 Storage: 9 GB available space Additional Notes: 1080p, 16:9 recommended | — |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Community Rating | 4.4 / 5 (237 ratings) | 3.4 / 5 (82 ratings) |
| Metacritic | — | 70 / 100 |
Hollow Knight: Silksong vs Pinstripe: which should you buy?
For Filipino buyers, Hollow Knight: Silksong is the clear recommendation based on available data. It boasts a much higher community rating (4.4/5 vs. 3.4/5) and significantly longer average playtime (24 hours vs. 4 hours), offering far more content and likely better value for money. However, no Philippine peso prices are provided, so cost comparisons cannot be made. Silksong is a single-player 2D action-adventure platformer, while Pinstripe is a more casual puzzle-platformer. Both are available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Mac, Linux, and Nintendo platforms, but Pinstripe is also on iOS and the App Store. If you prefer a short, narrative-driven experience, Pinstripe might suffice, but Silksong delivers higher quality and quantity. Without price data, Silksong's superior ratings and length make it the safer bet for most gamers.
Frequently asked questions
Which game is cheaper?
No pricing data is provided for either game in Philippine pesos, so a direct cost comparison cannot be made.
Which game has longer playtime?
Hollow Knight: Silksong has an average playtime of 24 hours, significantly longer than Pinstripe's 4 hours.
Which game has higher ratings?
Hollow Knight: Silksong has a community rating of 4.4/5, while Pinstripe has 3.4/5 and a Metacritic score of 70/100.
Which game is available on more platforms?
Both are available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Mac, Linux, and Nintendo platforms, but Pinstripe also offers iOS and Apple App Store support.