Celeste

0/10 game TOO good dont play if you dislike 10/10 visuals 100/10 gameplay 10/10 replayability

Badeline.

Wife Material
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I haven't played much of it and I have not completed everything, but this game is truly amazing. The platforming is fun and the game has cool mechanics added to each different section of the game. The graphics are awesome! I highly recommend the game!

Entre más juegas más lo odias, eso es inmerción en el personaje, 10/10

The best platformer I own, with a great story too. I reccomend this game to anyone who likes a challenge.

quickly became one of my favorite games ever, difficult, good for speedrunning and challenges and nice community/modded community :3

peak. peak storytelling, peak gameplay, peak characters. absolute cinema.

This is an incredibly difficult game that i am not good at, but it also one of my favorite games. I've never played something that encouraged me so much. I genuinely recommend this to everyone to try.

One of my favourite games of all time.

10/10 gameplay
10/10 story
10/10 soundtrack
10/10 art
10/10 community

If you like platformers, "Celeste" is just the game for you.

This game is extremely OK. Haha, get it.

For real though, great game. Have a strawberry, you earned it. 🍓

farewell is the video game equivalent of dropping a cinder block on your nuts

good easy to learn hard to master game, can be raging at times but the cute artstyle makes it for it. 9/10

Celeste is a personal journey of resolve. It's a story about determination to climb a mountain in the face of depression, anxiety, and lost hope. I found playing through Celeste to be almost meditative. If you give it a chance, Celeste may even teach you things about yourself.

The gameplay can be very challenging, and at times punishing. But, always in the end, rewarding. I had never played a precision platformer before, and I was glad to see that the game ramps-up difficulty in a natural way.

The story and gameplay are accompanied by beautiful pixel art, an overall great visual theme, and enjoyable music. I did personally have to turn down screen shake and foreground effects opacity using the "Extended Variant Mode" mod so I could play without significant distractions, but I don't think most people will need this.

I don't think I can explain assist mode any better than the in-game explanation:
"Assist Mode allows you to modify the game's rules to fit your specific needs. This includes options such as slowing the game speed, granting yourself invincibility or infinite stamina, and skipping chapters entirely. Celeste is intended to be a challenging and rewarding experience. If the default game proves inaccessible to you, we hope that you can still find that experience with Assist Mode."

At the time of writing, I have died 22,708 times while playing Celeste. I'm proud of that number, because it represents 22,708 times I've refused to give up.

You can do this.

Now that I've played the game for a day (like 24h) and i can say that this is a solid 5/5 (especially with mods) (I haven't played that much (like some 3000+h) of it but i can safely say that its a good game)

this game is actually way too good
idc if i suck ass at the platforming
i really like the art and character interactions and all that
i bet if i were better i could enjoy it more
but still an amazing game

This game caused me pain and suffering. This game makes me want to kill someone. This is really the Dark Souls of platformer games. This game makes me want to kill someone and causes pain in a deep way. I love this game. Now i have to serve 20 years

awesome creative platformer with rewarding movement and awesome music, not a babys first platformer though. very hard.

this game makes you want to kill yourself, however its satisfying when you are able to breeze through a room like a pro in only like 10 seconds after youve died like 50 times. if you like challenging games then get celeste. while the main story isnt too hard, the B and C side versions of the chapters are extremely tough and make you say all swear words written in the dictionary. overall story and art is good and the soundtrack and level design is a masterpiece.

CHAPTER 2 MUSIC I JAM TO YOU EVERY TIME I HEAR YOU

also has mod support so you can play even harder levels than the main campaign has to offer

First real platformer I ever played and I don't regret paying full price at all
Use of metaphors is 10/10
Fun af even after struggling on a single room and having my hand hurting like hell after playing a chapter

This game is insanely hard, but the game makes it easy to keep trying, keep practicing, and eventually you end up beating the challenges that seemed impossible when you first tried them.

Although steam says I ONLY have 170 hours in Celeste (at time of writing this) I have actually played more like 400. This game helped me start exploring my own mental health and has helped me greatly when I felt really down. My very first play through of Celeste took me 11 hours and I used assist mode for some of it. This game really is designed for everyone to experience the story and joy of over coming the mountain.

Pros,
Very polished
Sound track is a BANGER
Impacting story that still is with me to this day
Feel good movement
Great for speed running
accessibility settings for its difficulty that is not just random labels like "easy" or "hard"
Overall really fun!

Cons:
Normally really hard (try assist mode if you struggle with it, no shame!!)
You will be glued to this game until you beat the main story... or until you 100% it..

Overall, Really good, changed my life for the better!!! 20/10 must play!!

I 100% the game and I'm still not better than the average player probably. Now I play modded and I am still learning new tech and mechanics.

Incredible game unironically.

Im obsessed with the pixel art in this game and the difficulty makes me want to go insane sometimes. Although the JOY you feel when you complete a difficult area is unmatched. Also nice post game content and for completonist.

Amazing game, beautiful mechanics, makes me want to smash my monitor sometimes though.

There are two games that I have cried at in my life, Portal Two, a masterpiece that has some of the best story and gameplay ever, and Celeste. This game, means so much to me, it was one of my first introductions to gaming, with my older sister letting me play it on her computer during quarantine, and when I was older and finally got the game, it was some of the most fun i have ever had. The addictive mechanics that flow into each other as the levels progress, with each previous one adding on to the next, and the story about overcoming your fears and self doubts, this game was addictive. But after a few weeks of playing, when I finally reached the last stage, I cried at the ending, this game has such a good resolution, and with all that this game meant to me, I was sad to have to finish it. This game, is one of the best games I have ever played, and I would highly recommend playing it, 11/10, just get the game already.

It's vey hard so if you are looking for a game that you won't scream at than maybe not this, but if you are than i very much recommend this game the story and gameplay are very good.

I played this on gamepass a while ago and eventually got it here.
Having climbed the mountain twice I can say that it will test you in all of the best ways and maybe even teach you somethings you never knew about yourself.

The game is solid and any mistake is on the player for poor execution or just not quite understanding the gimmick yet.

I will say that the post game is where the game loses some point however, the leap in difficulty will leave you with cramped hands and regret, but it'll still be there when you are ready to finish it.


This game is for people that need a challenge, and more people should be willing to accept it.

After 100%ing the game (moonberry, hearts, B sides and C sides; just no golden strawberries). This game is simply the best platformer game I have ever played. The dash mechanic completely transforms level design to add so much more precision and agility that feels so damn satisfying. Not only that, but the devs constantly push the limits of the mechanics in each map that require you to constantly think about positioning, grabbing walls, jumping and using your dash. The game constantly ramps the challenge until you feel like an absolute beast in accomplishing levels. The devs have thought about every minute detail that makes you feel rewarded when playing the game.

The game can be frustratingly hard at times but never feels unfair for you to want to quit. The OST is genuinely so good that honestly you could just sit there and listen to the music. It is just so damn good. It is a must buy game for any platformer enthusiast and is SO CHEAP for how much gameplay you can get out of it. Why are you still reading this? BUY THE GAME!

Yes, the tags of super-tight, ultra-precise, and difficult are true. Do not be fooled by the cute sprites for this game will challenge your mind and specifically your trigger finger. I would advise anyone who wishes to enter monkhood in the future to finish this game as your patience and discipline will be unmatched. Also can someone find a Lena song that doesn't slap because I'm struggling.

Very well made character controller, level design, story, and basically everything else! Very hard and not for the faint of heart

Never played a precision platformer before since I don't usually like games that demand tight timing. And now when I've tried other ones like ori, I feel spoiled by the masterpiece that is celeste. The movement just feels so good and you have such tight control of the character. Even something as simple as jumping, the height that you jump depends on how long you press the key. The story is also cute and kind. Definitely recommend

Best game I've ever played. I never get tired of playing it. The movement is smooth as butter and the platforming design is unparalleled. It cleverly weaves the gameplay into the storytelling, further elevating the already beautiful narrative. The visual aesthetic is charming, and the detail never fails to impress me. The music composed by Lena Raine is irreplaceable, and is a defining part of the experience. Simply put, I have never seen a better game. No other title manages to do it all. Nothing is like Celeste.

Often referred to as "the hardest game that anyone can beat," it's one of the best platformers out there. Good luck.

This is one of the greatest games I've played.

I am not even gonna make a funny review like "haha game hard"

The only precision platformer that didn't make me rage quit after a couple of hours.
I can't think of anything bad about Celeste, mayyybe that's it painful on my wrists because of constant tension lol.

Art

and cute pixel graphics are stunning, everywhere you look is drawn with love. The game is fresh, but doesn't fatigue your eyes. You would want to play through the game just to see scenery and awesome backgrounds.

Story

is incredible. It's one of those times where after playing you actually continue thinking about the game and the characters. It's kind of clear from the beginning, so I wouldn't qualify it as I spoiler, but mark it as one anyway:
The climb on the mountain is an allegory on overcoming mental struggles such as depression. Throughout the game you IRL start thinking about your problems and actually sympathizing with Madeline. This cute little game taught me that with enough dedication and determination/stubbornness ;) I can achieve anything really. You would want to play through the game just to experience the story.

Music

is ethereal. There is literally not a single "meh" track, all of them are beautifully crafted by Lena Raine which I started to respect a lot more after playing this game. Celeste is one of the few games where I don't put my music over the game, it's just that good. You would want to play through the game just to listen to the OST.

Gameplay

is a masterclass. I already said that the game doesn't induce rage (ok maybe a little bit on some specific moments), even though it's a precision platformer. That's insane to me because I am that person that screams at their laptop when I die repeatedly. The game literally teaches you how to approach such inconceivable task as "climbing a mountain" or "completing the game". "Take your time" and "You can do this" are forever remembered by me. (Almost) every mechanic is fair, simple for the time it's introduced and fun to play with. Completing short rooms where you respawn quickly feels like a simple muscle memory, but somehow you become better anyway. When returning to the starting chapters you feel like they are way easier that you remember. The game tricks you into improving. That's also insane to me. You would want to play through the game just to experience fun gameplay.

If any of you fear that you don't have the time to "grind" the game:
Firstly, you wouldn't need to grind. It feels more like patiently cutting bread.
Secondly, breaks are helpful. I took a huge break for a couple of months before the last and hard chapters. I thought I would need to learn the game again, but came back more confident than I was before.
Thirdly, if you really don't want any struggle, there is an incredible Assist mode. No shame in using it when the game literally tries to teach you that it's okay to ask for help.

Buy the game and play it through. You would want it. You can do this.

Started the game and reached the summit in one sitting. Amazing story!

This is the best platformer game ever made. Period.

Every jump, dash and grab has been so intricately thought out, from design down to the code itself, to make this game satisfying. It is the only platformer game I have ever seen successfully remove the feeling of frustration completely, and just leave the raw, unbridled achievement and dedication that we are all yearning for.

Please, I beg you,
Play this game.

This game is my favorite indie game by far, a very detailed story, satisfying gameplay, and amazing level design. If you want a good challenge but a great story this game is for you :celeste_strawberry:

Celeste is not only one of the best 2D platformers but also one of the best games I have ever played. Great replay value if someone wants to get all the collectibles. It has an amazing soundtrack, an inspiring story, and a great vibe overall. The levels get really difficult at the end, but overcoming them gives you a sense of euphoric victory. It feels like you actually achieved something. The soundtrack for this game is truly a masterpiece. I will play this again in the future even though I got all the achievements and played it to the point of exhaustion.

It's difficult, but not in a frustrating way, but in a fun and satisfying way. The game also lets you choose your own difficulty by what optional content you go for. And after you're done there are a lot of really good custom modded maps to play. This game and it's mods (most of all Stramberry Jam) brought me all the way from being very bad at platformers to beating grandmaster levels, with a very nice difficulty curve where every step is always just a little bit harder than the last one.

My first experience with Celeste, was 6 years ago when it became free on Epic Games Launcher. I climbed Mount Celeste, got around 30 strawberries and called it quits, as I was for then, satisfied. Little did I know...

Funny how we get attached to the struggle

I purchased Celeste on Steam, after all these years, a new me, with different ambitious. After 100%'ing the game's achievements, I can say that Celeste is one of the greatest if the greatest 2D platformer. This game will always have a spot in my heart, for the message it tells, and how well it does it.

An incredible indie platformer that, while incredibly difficult at times, feels so rewarding to play and overcome each obstacle even after 1000+ deaths. The story is incredible and the gameplay matches it amazingly.

I highly recommend everyone to climb mount Celeste with Madeline because it's one of the best indie games available.

I would recommend this game, for players that are okay with dying a bunch, and I mean A TON.
I reached over 16 thousand deaths before beating the final chapter, and that's not even that bad.
Definitely a game that requires patience, and focus.
If you're a player that loves absurdly difficult games, then it's a 10/10.
If you're more of a casual, then try the game, and see what you think.
Overall, a fantastic game, with fantastic music (props to Lena Raine, and others).
You can tell a lot has been put into this game, and the pixel art animation is incredible.
It can get frustrating at times, but in general, this game is very enjoyable :)
Would recommend.

Probably the best I've played in that genre. Even if my review comes a bit late, this game is still as excellent as it was when I first picked it up. It's a challenging and fun platformer, with a good story, interesting characters, and a banger soundtrack. On top of that, there are some insanely fun fanmade levels to check out (I'm mostly thinking of the Spring Collab and Strawberry Jam collections), so replayability is through the roof.

(Slight mechanical spoiler) Another really good point regarding the mechanics is that certain moves, like faster or higher jumps, will only be shown to you much later into the game, but are available from the start, rather than being power-ups of sorts. And when you revisit those older levels, their designs give you a huge amount of room to experiment with those new moves you've learned, to progress through levels either a little safer, or much, much faster. It makes the game's future playthroughs feel fresh as new!

Now that I've platinumed this game I can give my humble opinion

Damn good game, I've never been much into platform games so this was probably my first.

It's really worth it, if you're a more casual player there's the assistance mode to help you (I haven't tested it but apparently you can still get the achievements)

Great music, art, story... What happens on the mountain is interesting, but I don't know if it explains exactly what Celeste is and his magical thing...

Anyway, I'm going to take out my hatred and stress on this platinum: FUCKING FUCKED UP GAME, BURN IN HELL, I'LL PLAY THIS SHIT AGAIN ONLY WHEN SILKSONG COMES OUT

Buy the game, it's totally worth it HELLISH MECHANICS USED PERFECTLY TO SCREW THE PLAYER

This is my farewell

Very fun platforming. Nice visuals and good music. The final chapter Farewell is particularly good and probably one of the best finals levels of a game i've played

can confirm being trans does in fact make you better at the game, 10/10 would recommend
but if you're not trans don't worry it's still a really really really really fun game to play

Very moving story so far, and fun gameplay too!

Really cute, simple platformer with a great artstyle, tight gameplay/ control, and music that makes it a really cohesive little package (with a great deal of challenge if desired)

---{Graphics}---
☐ You forget what reality is!
☑ Beautiful
☐ Amazing for its age
☐ Good
☐ Decent
☐ Bad
☐ Paint.exe
☐ Don‘t look!

---{Gameplay}---
☐ Very good
☑ Good
☐ It‘s just gameplay
☐ Meh
☐ Staring at walls is better
☐ Just.. don‘t.

---{Audio}---
☐ Eargasm
☑ Very good
☐ Good
☐ Not too bad
☐ Bad
☐ Earrape

---{Audience}---
☑ Kids
☑ Teens
☑ Adults
☑ Human

---{PC Requirements}---
☐ Check if you can run paint
☑ Potato
☐ Decent
☐ Fast
☐ Rich boi
☐ Ask NASA for a spare computer

---{Difficulty}---
☐ Just press ‚A‘
☐ Easy
☐ Significant brain usage
☑ Easy to learn / Hard to master
☑ Difficult
☐ Dark Souls

---{Grind}---
☐ Nothing to grind
☑ Only if you care about leaderboards/ranks/achievements
☐ Isn't necessary to progress
☐ Average grind level
☐ Too much grind
☐ You‘ll need a second life for grinding

---{Story}---
☐ Story?
☐ Text or Audio floating around
☐ Average
☑ Good
☐ Lovely
☐ It‘ll replace your life

---{Game Time}---
☐ Extremely Short
☐ Short
☑ Average
☐ Long
☐ To infinity and beyond!

---{Price}---
☐ It’s free!
☑ Worth the price
☑ Wait for sales
☐ If you have some spare money left, I guess..
☐ Not recommended
☐ You could also just burn your money!

---{Bugs}---
☑ Never heard of
☐ Minor bugs
☐ Can get annoying
☐ ARK: Survival Evolved
☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs

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Celeste is my favourite platformer ever.

Few games are able to justify their difficulty to the player such as this one. You'll die a thousand times, again and again, hour after hour, but even after an unsuccesful attempt at beating a level you'll still get a tiny bit of satisfaction that keeps you craving for more. And once you do beat a level, you are going to realize that what you once though was impossible is achievable without many efforts with the required patience, perseverance and practive. To me, this is a great metaphore of how life works.

As I keep aging and engaging Real Life™ commitments I progressively get less time to play, keeping me from fully completing the game (I played for years and still have to do the C-Sides and the final part of the Farewell DLC), but I love this game so much that even a session a year is enough to fill me with joy. That's how much I appreciate it.