The Grimm Troupe – Hollow Knight Content Pack Announced for Halloween
Hollow Knight is an incredible indie game from Team Cherry, and one of the best things about it is the developers’ continued support. Through free content packs, they’ve expanded the game with new quests, bosses, and more.
Over the summer, players received the Hidden Dreams content pack, and now, just in time for Halloween, The Grimm Troupe has arrived. Let’s take a look at what this expansion brings to Hollow Knight.
UPDATE: The Grimm Troupe is Now Available!
Wondering how to access the new content? Read our guide for full details.
The Grimm Troupe Teaser Trailer
What’s in The Grimm Troupe DLC?
On September 14th, Team Cherry revealed this chilling expansion, and it delivers plenty of exciting new content. Here’s what’s included:
New Major Quest – The Grimm Troupe
- Light the Nightmare Lantern to summon the mysterious Grimm Troupe to Hallownest.
- Take part in a dark ritual that spans the entire kingdom.
- Gain a powerful new ally—if you dare to complete the quest.
Boss Fights
- No Hollow Knight update is complete without tough new battles.
- Prepare to face a twisted scarlet specter and other powerful foes.
- Who are they, and what do they want? You’ll have to find out for yourself.
Four New Charms
- Expand your arsenal with four brand-new charms.
- Each charm grants unique abilities—can you discover their secrets?
Enemies
- Alongside new bosses, smaller but deadly enemies will test your skills.
- Expect new additions to your Hunter’s Journal as you fight them all.
NPCs and Services
- Not all members of the Grimm Troupe are hostile.
- Meet an unusual NPC who offers a special service in exchange for Geo.
Music
- Composer Christopher Larkin delivers eerie, spine-tingling tracks to set the mood.
Map Markers – A Game-Changing Feature
- With a world as massive as Hallownest, navigation is key.
- Use custom map markers to remember important locations, tough enemies, or unreachable items.
As a huge Hollow Knight fan, it’s incredible to see Team Cherry continue expanding the game with free DLC. With a new major quest, new bosses, charms, enemies, and more, The Grimm Troupe is shaping up to be one of the best updates yet.
Are you excited to face Grimm and his eerie Troupe? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
