When dealing with files like "Hollow.Knight.Update.v1.5.78.11833-CODEX.rar," users should exercise caution:

Files from third-party "scene" sources often carry risks of malware or unwanted scripts. It is always recommended to verify such files through tools like VirusTotal .

Enhanced native controller support was a primary focus, reducing the need for external remapping software.

The 1.5 branch moved the game to Unity 2020.2.2f1, which provided better support for modern hardware and fixed long-standing physics bugs.