I never thought I’d become so obsessed with a laundry list of digital achievements, but Hollow Knight: Silksong had me hooked from the moment I stepped into the mossy depths of Pharloom. By 2026, Team Cherry had polished this sequel into a gleaming gem, and the trophy list felt less like a checklist and more like a love letter to those of us who live for the grind. Let me walk you through my personal highlights, the ones that made me laugh, cry, and occasionally throw my controller across the room.

Right out of the gate, Silksong wastes no time nudging you toward its extensive tool system. I remember snagging the Equipped achievement almost by accident—I picked up the Druid’s Eye and the little notification popped up. It’s a small moment, but it signaled that this game would reward every tiny step forward. That’s the beauty of this achievement list: even casual players get those dopamine hits early on, while completionists like me are already eyeing the monstrous goals down the line. The true charm lies in how naturally the trophies fold into the world’s narrative. Binding my first Silk Skill, the Silkspear, unlocked Bound, and suddenly I felt like a proper huntress. No hand-holding, just pure discovery.

The boss battles are where Silksong truly shines, and the trophies behind them are absolute bangers. Defeating the Bell Beast for Liberated was my first real test; that rhythmic clanging still haunts me. But facing Lace in Deep Docks? That’s the moment I knew this game meant business. I almost missed Pharloom’s Welcome because I wandered off to Bone Bottom first—thank goodness for community tips. The fight itself was a dance of needle and thread, and nailing that trophy felt like earning my stripes. Later, the Last Dance against the Cogwork Dancers in Cogwork Cove had me grinning ear to ear. They twirled, I dodged, and when the achievement popped, I literally shouted “Yes!” loud enough to startle my cat.

What really sets Silksong apart is how it hides entire storylines behind side quests and wishes. The Moss Druid’s first task handed me Granted, but that was just the appetizer. I dove headfirst into every wish I could find—Threadspun, Nuu’s quest in the Halway Home, the Green Prince’s wild storyline—each one unlocking achievements like Fanatic, Keen Hunter, and the heart-wrenching Tragedian after facing Trobbio. The wish system is genius because it makes NPCs feel alive. Completing the Wishboard tasks to earn my own Bellhome and the Resident trophy? That was a genuine slice of cozy horror, chatting with Pavo while the world crumbled around us.

I won’t sugarcoat it, though: some trophies are straight-up brutal. Flea Finder and its big sibling Fleafriend sent me scouring every nook of Pharloom for those tiny critters. Thirty fleas. Thirty! By the end, I was dreaming of their chirps. And the Crest hunt for Consumed? All seven of them, scattered across the kingdom like breadcrumbs. It pushed my patience to the limit, but when I finally returned to Eva in Weavenest Atla and popped Entwined, I felt a lump in my throat. That’s Silksong for you—punishing, yet weirdly emotional.

Then there are the endings, and boy, do they demand commitment. Achieving Weaver Queen by defeating Grand Mother Silk was my first clear; I thought I’d seen it all. Little did I know the rabbit hole went deeper. The twisted beauty of Snared Silk, where you trap her with Soul Snares after the Silk and Soul quest, gave me chills. And Twisted Child? Playing the entire endgame while cursed—no thanks to those Greyroot rites—was an exercise in masochism that I completed only after a dozen cups of coffee and some very colorful language. The alternative endings turn the trophy hunt into a full-blown obsession.

For the speed demons out there, the Speedrunner trophy (under five hours) and Speed Completion (100% in under 30) are no joke. I clocked my first speed run at 4 hours and 52 minutes, heart pounding in my throat during the final boss. Steel Soul mode? That’s a whole other beast. Steel Soul, Steel Heart—these trophies require nerves of steel, literally. One slip in Steel Soul mode and your save is toast. I still remember the near-death experience in the Citadel that almost cost me the entire run; my hands were shaking for ten minutes afterward.

Ultimately, chasing Pharloom’s Heart—the hidden trophy for acquiring every last achievement—taught me that Silksong is more than a game; it’s a beautifully sprawling puzzle. Whether I was binding all six Silk Skills for Woven, collecting 65 tools for Arsenal, or memorizing the Citadel’s Threefold song for Harmonious, each step felt meaningful. I’m not the same player I was when I first picked up that Druid’s Eye. If you’re diving into Pharloom, take it from me: savor the small victories, because every trophy tells a story, and this kingdom’s got plenty to say.