Progress Tracking

Silksong Map includes comprehensive progress tracking features that help you monitor your exploration progress, mark completed areas, and identify remaining objectives in your Hollow Knight: Silksong journey.

Overview of Progress Tracking

What Gets Tracked

• Areas Explored: Major regions and zones you've discovered
• POIs Discovered: Bosses defeated, NPCs met, items collected
• Secrets Found: Hidden areas and special locations uncovered
• Overall Completion: Percentage of total content discovered

How Progress is Saved

• Local Storage: All progress saved in your browser automatically
• No Account Required: Progress tracking works without registration
• Privacy First: Data stays on your device, never sent to servers
• Cross-Session: Progress persists between browsing sessions

Marking Progress

Manual Progress Marking

• Click to Mark: Click any POI to mark it as discovered/completed
• Visual Indicators: Completed items show with different colors/icons
• Batch Operations: Mark multiple items in an area simultaneously
• Undo Option: Accidentally marked items can be unmarked

Progress States

• Undiscovered: Default state for all content
• Discovered: Found but not necessarily completed
• Completed: Fully explored or collected
• In Progress: Partially completed (for complex areas)

Area Progress

• Area Completion: Track which major regions you've fully explored
• Sub-Area Progress: Monitor progress in smaller zones within regions
• POI Density: See how many points of interest remain in each area
• Completion Percentage: Visual progress bars for each region

Visual Progress Indicators

Map Display

• Color Coding: Different colors for discovered, completed, and remaining content
• Icon States: Checkmarks, progress indicators, and completion symbols
• Transparency: Completed items can be shown with reduced opacity
• Filtering: Option to hide completed items to focus on remaining objectives

Progress Bars and Counters

• Overall Progress: Master progress bar showing total completion
• Category Progress: Separate tracking for bosses, collectibles, NPCs, etc.
• Area Progress: Individual progress indicators for each region
• Numerical Counters: "X out of Y" completion statistics

Advanced Progress Features

Completion Statistics

• Detailed Breakdown: Comprehensive stats by category and area
• Time Tracking: When items were first discovered (session-based)
• Discovery Rate: Track your exploration efficiency
• Milestone Achievements: Recognition for major completion milestones

Progress Filtering

• Show Remaining: Filter to display only undiscovered content
• Completion Status: Filter by progress state (completed, in-progress, etc.)
• Area-Specific: View progress for specific regions only
• Category Focus: Track progress for specific types of content

Import/Export Progress

• Backup Progress: Export your progress data for safekeeping
• Share Progress: Share completion status with friends
• Multiple Playthroughs: Maintain separate progress for different game saves
• Progress Migration: Move progress between devices (manual export/import)

Progress Management

Bulk Progress Operations

• Mark All in Area: Complete entire regions at once
• Category Completion: Mark all items of a specific type as completed
• Reset Options: Clear progress for areas or categories
• Selective Reset: Choose specific items to reset

Progress Verification

• Completion Check: Verify your in-game progress matches map progress
• Missing Items: Identify discrepancies between game and map
• Progress Audit: Review your completion history
• Error Correction: Fix accidentally marked or missed items

Mobile Progress Tracking

Touch Interface

• Tap to Toggle: Simple tap to mark items as completed
• Visual Feedback: Clear confirmation when items are marked
• Progress Gestures: Swipe gestures for quick progress operations
• Mobile Optimization: Progress indicators sized for touch interaction

Mobile-Specific Features

• Offline Progress: Mark progress even when offline
• Quick Actions: Fast access to common progress operations
• Progress Sync: Automatic save when switching between tabs/apps
• Battery Efficiency: Optimized to minimize battery usage

Progress Analytics

Completion Insights

• Discovery Patterns: Understand how you explore the game world
• Efficiency Metrics: Track how quickly you complete different content types
• Area Preferences: See which regions you explore most thoroughly
• Completion Trends: Monitor your progress over time

Helpful Statistics

• Estimated Remaining Time: Based on your current completion rate
• Difficulty Analysis: Identify which types of content take longer to complete
• Exploration Suggestions: Recommendations for areas to explore next
• Completion Comparison: See how your progress compares to typical completion rates

Troubleshooting Progress Issues

Common Problems

• Progress Not Saving: Ensure browser local storage is enabled
• Lost Progress: Check browser settings and clear cache carefully
• Sync Issues: Progress is device-specific and doesn't sync across devices
• Marking Errors: Use undo feature or manually correct progress

Data Recovery

• Browser Recovery: Check browser recovery options if data is lost
• Export Backup: Regular exports prevent total progress loss
• Session Recovery: Some progress may be recoverable from browser session data
• Manual Reconstruction: Use screenshots or notes to rebuild progress

Tips for Effective Progress Tracking

Best Practices

• Regular Updates: Mark progress immediately after discoveries
• Consistent Method: Develop a personal system for marking progress
• Regular Backups: Export progress data periodically
• Verification: Periodically check map progress against game progress

Strategic Use

• Focus Areas: Use progress tracking to identify areas needing attention
• Completion Planning: Plan exploration routes based on remaining content
• Achievement Hunting: Track specific achievements or completion goals
• Replay Value: Use progress tracking for multiple playthroughs

Integration with Gameplay

• Real-Time Updates: Mark progress as you play, not after sessions
• Screenshot Reference: Take screenshots of important discoveries
• Note Taking: Use external notes alongside map progress
• Community Sharing: Share progress milestones with the community

Next Steps

Enhance your experience with related features:

• Search & Filtering: Find remaining objectives efficiently
• Map Navigation: Navigate to undiscovered areas quickly
• Community Features: Share your progress and discoveries with others