Hollow Knight Silksong Deep Docks Locked Door Guide | How to Open It
One of the most confusing spots in Hollow Knight Silksong is the locked door in the Deep Docks. Many players stumble on it early, only to realize they don’t have the right item to open it. Like other sealed doors in Pharloom, this one requires a Simple Key, and getting there also demands the Swift Step ability. If you’re looking to unlock the Deep Docks door and grab what’s inside, here’s exactly how to do it.
How to Unlock the Deep Docks Locked Door
To reach the locked door in Deep Docks, start from the Bellway station. Head right and follow the signs to a bench marker. Hit the switch on the ground to drop into the lower section. If it’s your first time here, ride the elevator down and clear the enemy ambush in the next room. After the waves are defeated, continue to the right.
Eventually, you’ll find a pool of lava with a platform sitting just out of reach. This is where the Swift Step ability is required. Jump and dash to the platform, then interact with the locked door using one Simple Key. Inside, you’ll gain access to one of the hidden side areas tied to completion and rewards.
Where to Find Simple Keys
There are four Simple Keys in Silksong, and any of them can be used here:
Purchase from Pebb in Bone Bottom for 500 Rosaries.
Dropped by a Roachkeeper in Sinner’s Road.
Purchase from Jubliana at the First Shrine for 650 Rosaries.
Found on the rightmost bench in the Sands of Karak.
If you’re stuck without a key, make sure to backtrack to these areas before trying again.
Final Blurb
The locked door in Deep Docks is easy to miss but simple to open once you know what to bring. With Swift Step equipped and a Simple Key in hand, you’ll gain access to another hidden section of Pharloom and move one step closer to 100 percent completion. This door is one of several across the map that rewards exploring the map.
FAQ
What ability do you need for the Deep Docks locked door
You need the Swift Step ability to dash across the lava gap before the door.
What item unlocks the Deep Docks door
The door requires a Simple Key, just like other locked doors in Pharloom.
Can I get stuck if I miss this door early
No, you can always return once you have a Simple Key and the Swift Step ability.
How many locked doors are there in Silksong
There are four total Simple Key doors, including the one in Deep Docks, each leading to unique rewards.
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