Best sim pedals for Hollow Knight Silksong in SA

Quick Answer

Hollow Knight: Silksong does not use sim pedals — it is a 2D Metroidvania platformer, not a racing or driving game. SA players should use the 8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G (R1,200 at Evetech) or DualSense (R1,500) for Silksong's precise platforming. Sim pedals have no supported or usable bindings in Silksong. For actual sim pedal use in SA, Assetto Corsa Competizione and Forza Motorsport are the correct titles.

Silksong's Input Requirements

Hollow Knight: Silksong requires: jump, attack in 8 directions, dash, focus/heal, quick-cast, and navigate menus. These are all face button and D-pad inputs on a controller, or keyboard key inputs — no throttle axis, brake pedal, or clutch has any relevant mapping. A sim pedal set connected to your PC will register as a USB gamepad axis, but Silksong has no input system that uses analogue pressure pedal axes.

For the most precise Silksong experience: a controller with a quality disc D-pad (8BitDo Ultimate, DualSense) and hall-effect sticks for drift resistance during the 100–300 hour playthrough is the correct peripheral investment.

Best Controllers for Silksong in SA

8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G (~R1,200 at Evetech): Hall-effect magnetic sticks, disc D-pad with excellent 2D directional response, 2.4G wireless at ~8 ms. Top Silksong controller pick.

DualSense (~R1,500): Strong 4-way D-pad, good face buttons, basic rumble for Silksong. R300 more than 8BitDo for marginal benefit in a 2D platformer.

Xbox Wireless Controller (~R1,350): Works well, though its D-pad is less ideal for 2D platform games than the 8BitDo or DualSense alternatives.

FAQ

What SA sim racing titles justify buying load-cell pedals?

Load-cell pedals (Fanatec ClubSport V3, ~R9,500 at Evetech) are worthwhile investments for Assetto Corsa Competizione (the most realistic force feedback and pedal simulation), Forza Motorsport, F1 25, and iRacing. SA sim racing communities in Johannesburg and Cape Town hold online leagues for these titles — load-cell pedals provide meaningful lap-time improvement at club competitive level.

What is the price difference between spring pedals and load-cell pedals in SA?

Basic spring pedals (included with Thrustmaster T300RS, R6,500 at Evetech) use spring tension for throttle and brake. Upgrade load-cell pedals: Fanatec ClubSport V3 (R9,500), Heusinkveld Sprint (~R15,000+). The Fanatec V3 is the standard SA upgrade recommendation for sim racers who've outgrown their spring pedals.

When will Hollow Knight: Silksong release in SA?

Team Cherry has not announced a specific release date for Silksong. SA players should wishlist on Steam and follow Team Cherry's social channels. The game will be available on PC (Steam) at a minimum, likely alongside Nintendo Switch. Wishlisting on Steam ensures you get the release notification when announced.