Celeste

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User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 889 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 744 out of 889
  2. Mixed: 72 out of 889
  3. Negative: 73 out of 889

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  1. Piero2606
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece of a game in terms of raw skillful gameplay. If you choose to play only for the story mode you are just sratching the surface. B-sides, C-sides and the free DLC that came out a while ago make up for the game itself. The difficulty and therefore satisfaction one gets after clearing the hard levels are beautiful. Easily one of the best games i have ever played
  2. Sanguis_Baronem
    Sep 3, 2023
    8
    A fun, challenging platformer with a small story about depression. What do you want more ?
  3. stesproject
    Sep 1, 2023
    9
    Celeste is a very nice platformer, challenging at the right point.
    Lovely game with a lovely story.
  4. GustaPff
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    I f*cking love this game, this game is hard, but It has a beautiful story...
  5. Imgudcritic
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    I have never played such a good platformer since pizza tower and I believe this game tops that. This game is so perfect, it's like when you die you don t feel upset or angry you just get more determination to continue.
    Very good game would recomend
  6. LambdaLocator
    Jul 21, 2023
    9
    A very good platforming game with a touching story, the gameplay itself can be very frustrating so definetly not for everyone.
  7. Squaredash
    Jul 19, 2023
    8
    A fun platformer experience that’s definitely challenging, but makes you feel incredible when you’re finally able to zip through some of the more difficult sections. The story is pretty good but made me feel like I’d need to watch a lore video to understand the game’s symbolism (apparently it’s a trans allegory, but as a trans person I never understood that interpretation). There’s alsoA fun platformer experience that’s definitely challenging, but makes you feel incredible when you’re finally able to zip through some of the more difficult sections. The story is pretty good but made me feel like I’d need to watch a lore video to understand the game’s symbolism (apparently it’s a trans allegory, but as a trans person I never understood that interpretation). There’s also some sections where I wasn’t sure what to do even though the rest of the game clearly isn’t a puzzle platformer, but aside from those few issues, it’s overall a very fun game that isn’t too long but has a myriad of challenges for those who want that.… Expand
  8. Tushka
    Jul 18, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Listen to me here, those 2/10 reviews are lying. They really haven't finished the game yet, but I ashore you, this is great in every direction. There even is an assist mode so you can focus more on the story. Just buy the game already or look at a Youtube review what are you doing here… Expand
  9. turgaysenturk
    Jul 13, 2023
    10
    Over 5 years ago, I completed this game using a keyboard, and I recall struggling and failing multiple times on each level. Despite my frustration and exhaustion, the game's engaging gameplay and captivating storyline kept me going. The music still resonates in my ears. This platform game holds a special place among my favorites.
  10. MAgaming24
    Jul 13, 2023
    10
    this game is perfect,nothing is bad,I think this game deserve a little bit of respect
  11. parsymovies
    Jul 2, 2023
    10
    a beautiful platformer that you enjoy every moment of it beautiful story and narrative .just in one word perfect
  12. Davidnotavailab
    Jul 1, 2023
    9
    This game has such a great atmosphere, the music is nice, the difficulty is very fair and the learning curve is incredibly well done.
  13. APolChrome
    Jun 28, 2023
    9
    (Reseña sacada de mi cuenta de Steam: APolChrome)

    ¿Celeste está sobrevalorado? Sí. ¿Es un juegazo? También. Seamos sinceros, Celeste es un juegazo en toda regla. Entiende su género y pule sus simples y tan buenas mecánicas en una experiencia más o menos corta y desafiante. Jugablemente, es sublime. Los controles son híper fluidos (incluso para un plataformas) y sus mecánicas giran    (Reseña sacada de mi cuenta de Steam: APolChrome)

    ¿Celeste está sobrevalorado? Sí. ¿Es un juegazo? También.

    Seamos sinceros, Celeste es un juegazo en toda regla. Entiende su género y pule sus simples y tan buenas mecánicas en una experiencia más o menos corta y desafiante.

    Jugablemente, es sublime. Los controles son híper fluidos (incluso para un plataformas) y sus mecánicas giran en torno al dash, que lo aprovechan de maneras muy curiosas. El diseño de niveles es increíble, se adecúa a los dashes y a los saltos milimétricos para avanzar o conseguir fresas (el mayor coleccionable del juego), ofreciendo una dificultad que si bien es muy alta, no llega a frustrar y de hecho motiva a seguir jugando. Además, los niveles tienen muchas rutas secretas o no son 100% lineales, por lo que no se siente como un plataformas genérico.

    Visualmente, es bastante bonito y el soundtrack es de locos. Me gustaría encontrar alguna de sus canciones en Youtube y ponerla en mi playlist.

    Pero sin duda lo que más me ha sorprendido gratamente es su historia y sus personajes. Empatizas muchísimo con todos y presenta una historia profunda para un juego de su género. A mí parecer, la protagonista acaba entendiendo que tiene que convivir con su parte mala y que puede hacerla más fuerte. Tiene momentos bastante cómicos, que te sacarán una sonrisa a la vez que momentos impactantes que nos dejarán pensando sobre los personajes.

    Celeste no me ha parecido esa obra maestra de la que todo el mundo habla, pero me ha parecido un muy buen juego que se entiende a sí mismo. Recomendadísimo.    … Expand
  14. Ameer-x
    May 27, 2023
    8
    من افضل العاب القفز على المنصات تتميز اللعبه بطريقه لعب جميله وسلسه من ناحيه الميكانيكيه في القفز ومراحل مصممه بطريقه جميله وقصه دراميه مع شخصيات جميله ونهايه رائعه من افضل العاب 2018
  15. Niltrio
    May 5, 2023
    10
    i was nearly crying in my room for an hour, hopelessly repeating the same endgame level until i managed to achieve the perfect run which allowed me to progress to the next and harder endgame level.
    the satisfaction felt on that moment was undescribable
    10/10 game, must play.
  16. noncepunch
    Apr 25, 2023
    9
    Very few things would make this game better, it's definitely better than everhood.
  17. Emerald3ME
    Apr 9, 2023
    8
    Fantastic exploration of dynamic platforming and mental health. If you want a game that'll test your skill as well as give you an insight into the struggles of mental health then this game is for you. Also the visuals and soundtrack are beautiful.
  18. 3ls0ul
    Mar 6, 2023
    9
    Este juego aún no lo eh jugado o completado, así que pondré una reseña y nota diferentes cuando lo haga.
  19. Smg7
    Feb 19, 2023
    9
    One of the best platformer games i have ever played. the platforming is phenomenal. the visuals are pretty nice to look at, nothing amazing but i like the 8/16 bit style. and the soundtrack is also amazing. my biggest complaint with this game would be the secrets. sometimes its like you HAVE to search up a walkthrough online especially for the crystal hearts. but besides that its anOne of the best platformer games i have ever played. the platforming is phenomenal. the visuals are pretty nice to look at, nothing amazing but i like the 8/16 bit style. and the soundtrack is also amazing. my biggest complaint with this game would be the secrets. sometimes its like you HAVE to search up a walkthrough online especially for the crystal hearts. but besides that its an amazing platformer… Expand
  20. ArmaniBax
    Feb 5, 2023
    8
    Почему эта девка транс? Ну тупые американцы
  21. I-ReviewStuff
    Feb 3, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Simply amazing. If it weren’t for the modding capabilities, this review would be an 8. Celeste is a great platformer that can still be fun at low skill levels(except the 9th chapter, but we don’t talk about that). I found this to be great fun. The community’s mods are just amazing. I hope more games this kind of quality are made in the future.… Expand
  22. ssj4rit
    Jan 29, 2023
    9
    Incredible game. Perfect platforming and love the difficulty.

    Only con is it's way too short. Wish it was double the length.
  23. BugOnDesk
    Jan 15, 2023
    9
    Incredibly hard, incredibly well-designed, incredible. If you are a game designer and want to learn how to improve the "teaching" design in your game, try Celeste.
  24. GDChrome
    Dec 31, 2022
    9
    Talk about a fantastic experience, this game excels in every facet. Smooth and fun to master controls, phenomenal soundtrack, both charming and beautiful writing, incredible level design...minus core. Core and a couple of b-sides are really the only reason this game isn't a 10/10 for me. but besides those, nearly everything about this game is done to perfection. and the art, holy hell! theTalk about a fantastic experience, this game excels in every facet. Smooth and fun to master controls, phenomenal soundtrack, both charming and beautiful writing, incredible level design...minus core. Core and a couple of b-sides are really the only reason this game isn't a 10/10 for me. but besides those, nearly everything about this game is done to perfection. and the art, holy hell! the art of this game is damn-near perfection, the pixel art of the actual game play merges so well with the non-pixel art UI, the map looks absolutely great. GOD! this game is fantastic, it's a hard game, like: really really hard at some points, but is so rewarding and I love nearly everything about it.… Expand
  25. Kogerix
    Dec 6, 2022
    10
    This game its a true 10/10 It history simple but deep, his graphics are beautifull and the mechanics are the most strong point of the game
    Farewell has the Best music and one of the Best dlc ever created
  26. Aidelweiss
    Dec 5, 2022
    8
    A stylish pixelated platformer that is easy to learn but hard to master, control is very responsive and good story. you will died a lot tho, and no shame in that. The best part is there almost zero second death screen, making it very unpunishing.

    The free DLC is almost only for hardcore player and speedrunner, so dont pull your hair out if you cant beat it, just have fun. but also dont give up
  27. Thyarlison
    Nov 30, 2022
    10
    Criativity, nice gameplay, good control . The soundtrack is wonderful, and the difficulty is challenging, but fair.Except the additional stages, 8 and 9, B and C parts, that´s a challenge, one of the hardest challenge in a game, but perfect.
  28. TheIndexPlayer
    Nov 25, 2022
    10
    Celeste is the definition of a must-try game.

    This platformer has some of the best controls out there, if you die once or a thousand times you know it's your fault and not the game being unfair. The graphics are pixelated and beautifully done with a recognizable style to them. The levels are fantastic and the story is very interesting as it doesn't just talk about Madeline    Celeste is the definition of a must-try game.

    This platformer has some of the best controls out there, if you die once or a thousand times you know it's your fault and not the game being unfair.

    The graphics are pixelated and beautifully done with a recognizable style to them.

    The levels are fantastic and the story is very interesting as it doesn't just talk about Madeline climbing a mountain but also fighting her inner demons as she suffers from panic attacks and depression. The main story plus DLC are something that everyone should try.

    But one cannot review this game without talking about the SOUNDTRACK.
    The music in this game, composed by Lena Raine, is so good I can't even describe how good it is. Track such as "Reach for the summit" and especially "Joy of remembrance" made me totally lose myself in the game, almost crying,    … Expand
  29. Code__Red
    Nov 23, 2022
    10
    The story is awesome and the level of difficulty is very demanding but you can make it easier with the help menu
  30. yourstupidmon
    Nov 20, 2022
    10
    Best platformer there is, gameplay, sountrack and level design are amazing. It feels so good to beat harder and harder obstacles on the way.
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#6 Best PC Game of 2018
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#13 Most Discussed PC Game of 2018
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#67 Most Shared PC Game of 2018

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Metascore
88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. GameGrin
    Mar 29, 2022
    100
    A charming precision platformer with a pleasant story about mental health. Gorgeous graphics, beautiful music, and fantastic platforming had me coming back for more despite my thousand deaths.
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  2. CD-Action
    May 16, 2018
    90
    Celeste has a lot going for it: virtuoso level design, top notch pixel art, fantastic chiptune soundtrack, an overall smart design, huge speedrunning potential and some deeper meaning (climbing the mountain as a metaphor of overcoming depression). Be aware though that it requires flawless precision and you will count your deaths in thousands. [04/2018, p.53]
  3. PC Games
    Mar 21, 2018
    90
    Along with its charming 2D retro look and awesome soundtrack the game cast a spell on me with its authentic characters.
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