It emphasizes cleaner movement and boss mastery over exploiting game-breaking bugs. Key Mechanical Changes in v1.4.3.2

Here are several well-regarded features added or improved in Hollow Knight v1.4.32 (Hornet or other updates are commonly referenced); assuming you mean a recent patch in that range, a standout is improved bug fixes and stability—specifically reduced crashes and smoother performance on lower-end systems. Other notable features often highlighted:

This version ensures that there is an overwhelming amount of content. A standard playthrough takes 30-40 hours, and completionists can easily sink 60+ hours into the game, especially if they attempt the Pantheons in the Godmaster DLC.