Where Does Hollow Knight Store Mods?
Where Hollow Knight keeps Scarab mods and charm saves on Windows and Linux for backup and moves.
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Hollow Knight mods live in a Mods folder inside the Managed data tree through Scarab: one directory per mod with manifests and configs. Save files with charms and completion sit apart in user data, so back up both halves.
The Modding API version pairs with game builds, so update Scarab before the mod list after patches. Linux through Proton mirrors the same install relative layout under compatdata for app 367520. Copy with the game closed for clean restores.
Where Hollow Knight stores this, by platform
C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Hollow Knight\hollow_knight_Data\Managed\Mods
One folder per mod in Managed Mods with API configs beside them. Saves live in user data apart. Match API versions before copying sets.
~/.steam/steam/steamapps/compatdata/367520/pfx/drive_c/Program Files (x86)/Steam/steamapps/common/Hollow Knight/hollow_knight_Data/Managed/Mods
Same install relative layout under Proton for app 367520. Replace the library parent with your own path. Mac installs keep Mods inside the app bundle.
Frequently asked questions
How do I install Hollow Knight mods?
Install Scarab and let it drop mods into the Managed Mods folder. Each mod sits in its own directory with a manifest. Restart and read the mod log for errors after game updates.
How do I move a modded Hollow Knight to a new PC?
Copy the Managed Mods folder with the game closed, plus your save files for charms and completion. Mods travel in Mods, progress in saves. Match API versions on the new machine.
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