Celeste

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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1137 Ratings

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  1. shoryukennl
    Mar 9, 2020
    9
    I didn't expect it but it really is a good and fun game. Difficult but fun. Would highly recommend the game. Bought it in sale for 7 euro's and having a blast with it.
  2. CatJordan
    Nov 27, 2019
    9
    One of the best platforming experiences I've had in my short gaming history. The aesthetics, the soundtrack and especially the plot kept me engaged until the very end of the main story. Needless to say, there are tons of additional content one can engage in after finishing the core game. Very challenging tho, but there is a possibility to manually make the game easier if one desires so.One of the best platforming experiences I've had in my short gaming history. The aesthetics, the soundtrack and especially the plot kept me engaged until the very end of the main story. Needless to say, there are tons of additional content one can engage in after finishing the core game. Very challenging tho, but there is a possibility to manually make the game easier if one desires so.

    P.S. I want to marry Theo    … Expand
  3. n4g1b4t0r3000
    Mar 22, 2020
    9
    Как же у меня жопа горела когда я ее проходил, но когда ты проходил какой-то уровень, ты кайфовал от потного платформера.

    Плюсы, - Персонажи и сюжет - музон - геймплей минусы - нужно перепройти локации и найти секретики если вы хотите все открыть но я лично пас)    Как же у меня жопа горела когда я ее проходил, но когда ты проходил какой-то уровень, ты кайфовал от потного платформера.

    Плюсы,
    - Персонажи и сюжет
    - музон
    - геймплей

    минусы
    - нужно перепройти локации и найти секретики если вы хотите все открыть но я лично пас)
  4. Twiggy21
    Feb 14, 2020
    9
    Amazing game, so intuitive and peacfull to play even dying thousands of times
  5. spencerplewe
    Mar 12, 2020
    9
    Fast paced, challenging, and emotionally satisfying in equal measure, Celeste certainly fits the category of "must be played to be believed."
  6. Radix7
    Mar 22, 2020
    9
    This game gets challenging really fast, but the controls are easy to learn. It looks nice and it's fun to try and overcome the challenges. If you like difficult platformers, this one is definitely for you.
  7. Denvers
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    Celeste is a beautiful 2D platformer in which Madeline has to reach the top of the mountain while fighting her demons. Challenging, yet rewarding, Celeste's platforming is very unique and fun. The game controls very well, and the portablility of the Switch makes this experience that much better. I generally don't like platformers, but this game did something for me. This very well may beCeleste is a beautiful 2D platformer in which Madeline has to reach the top of the mountain while fighting her demons. Challenging, yet rewarding, Celeste's platforming is very unique and fun. The game controls very well, and the portablility of the Switch makes this experience that much better. I generally don't like platformers, but this game did something for me. This very well may be the best 2D platformer ever made.… Expand
  8. C_Starstache
    Apr 1, 2020
    9
    The platforming in the game is very satisfying, great challenging segments with tight and simple controls. The story is also touching and compelling. If you are an avid fan of platforming games, this is a must have. As a warning, if you are the type of person to stop playing a game once you "beat" it, theres probably not enough content here to make it worth it. However, there is a *lot* ofThe platforming in the game is very satisfying, great challenging segments with tight and simple controls. The story is also touching and compelling. If you are an avid fan of platforming games, this is a must have. As a warning, if you are the type of person to stop playing a game once you "beat" it, theres probably not enough content here to make it worth it. However, there is a *lot* of extra challenges and content, not to mention the replay-ability of the main story itself. Overall a great platformer that provides a thoroughly enjoyable experience.… Expand
  9. Jacklg
    Apr 29, 2020
    9
    Fun and fair, yet tough and demanding. The music rules, the mechanics feel so forgiving and smooth which makes each death feel less annoying, and its visually beautiful. Just a great time
  10. vocvoc
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    Tl;dr : top tier 2D PLATFORMER, remember the part that this game’s a 2d platformer

    First of all, this is not a hidden gems. It’s sold million, on many top games pick by critics and reviewers, top 10 rated metacritic games for switch. It’s a very good game but stop saying it’s hidden gems, it’s not. The controls are simple, precise, but not really simple because you have to understand    Tl;dr : top tier 2D PLATFORMER, remember the part that this game’s a 2d platformer

    First of all, this is not a hidden gems. It’s sold million, on many top games pick by critics and reviewers, top 10 rated metacritic games for switch. It’s a very good game but stop saying it’s hidden gems, it’s not.

    The controls are simple, precise, but not really simple because you have to understand advanced movement if you want 100% completion, especially in chapter 9.

    Level design was very good, and it introduces new mechanics in new chapter so it doesn’t feel boring. The combination of control, mechanics and level design makes the game hard, you will die thousand times. Some people tend to say the game was bad because it’s hard, we call these people a **** NOOB. Some people the story was good. It’s not. It’s unique, but the presentation and progression of the story wasn’t. But it still better than a guy need to saved a kidnapped princess. Point plus for uniqueness, point minus for people don’t know anxiety is a thing.

    Music was good but not memorable. Recommended for people who likes 2d platformer, otherwise you will feel stuck replaying that one part over and over again with no way to progress otherwise. Pro tips : you **** NOOB can use assist mode    … Expand
  11. Bwnez0
    Mar 17, 2021
    9
    Hands down the best 2D platformer I’ve played to date. The narrative, music, controls and level design all flourish with great value for money with a more than generous amount of content. My only real complaint is that I wish the optional strawberry collectibles lead to something extra as they took a long time to get and simply don’t seem worth the effort due to a lack of extrinsicHands down the best 2D platformer I’ve played to date. The narrative, music, controls and level design all flourish with great value for money with a more than generous amount of content. My only real complaint is that I wish the optional strawberry collectibles lead to something extra as they took a long time to get and simply don’t seem worth the effort due to a lack of extrinsic incentive. Otherwise, if you’re a fan of tough platformers there’s simply no reason to not pick up this game.… Expand
  12. Wisping_06
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    This is honestly one of the best 2D platformers I've ever played, and it only costed me €10 (on sale).
    Great value for it's price and with tight controls and an amazing soundtrack it really disserves all the praise that it gets. Whenever I died (witch I did ALOT) it always felt like my fault and there is also no punishment for dying, you simply restart that small section of the level.    This is honestly one of the best 2D platformers I've ever played, and it only costed me €10 (on sale).
    Great value for it's price and with tight controls and an amazing soundtrack it really disserves all the praise that it gets. Whenever I died (witch I did ALOT) it always felt like my fault and there is also no punishment for dying, you simply restart that small section of the level. Difficulty can be extremely hard if you go for every collectable and 100% the game or can be easier if you just try to beat the story.
    I personally tried to gather as much collectables as I could but it's ok if you don't because you can easily go back into any section of a level after you beat it, making it extremely easy to try to gather them later if you like.
    Also don't worry the story is great but like all stories it's better not spoiled.
    My only real complaints about the game are that in one section to progress to the post game it can be quite confusing and I needed to look up a guide (I won't say what it is for spoiler reasons). This is an extremely minor complaint.
    I think if you want a good 2d Indie platformer and have about $15 you can't go wrong with Celeste.    … Expand
  13. Ita_JM
    Jan 8, 2021
    9
    A challenging game with a great message and addicting gameplay. The soundtrack is incredible and involving. I Loved it
  14. illumi3602
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    this game is pretty good, it feels good on the Nintendo switch controller and run well
  15. Tspeed
    Jun 16, 2021
    9
    Not gonna lie, took me a while to get into this one. It didn’t grab me in the way I expected it to after hearing all the hype. But after pushing through that stage I fully appreciate the singular vision of the gameplay and got to the top of the mountain. Now it’s something I revisit to get more strawberries, do b-sides etc and can see myself playing on and off in the future. It can beNot gonna lie, took me a while to get into this one. It didn’t grab me in the way I expected it to after hearing all the hype. But after pushing through that stage I fully appreciate the singular vision of the gameplay and got to the top of the mountain. Now it’s something I revisit to get more strawberries, do b-sides etc and can see myself playing on and off in the future. It can be aggravating AF when you’re stuck on a hard section, and some parts feel insurmountable at the time. Some of the b-sides are just boringly difficult which prevent me from giving it a perfect 10, but I appreciate the level design and physics of the main game too much to score it any lower.… Expand
  16. 86Mayo
    Mar 10, 2023
    9
    Fantastic thought and clever design makes this tough as nails platformer undeniably enjoyable. A beautiful game that kept me trying over and over and OVER to get those strawberries. Couldn’t put it down! A must play!
  17. mtkf
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    One of the best 2d games on the switch. Super unique gameplay and great story
  18. Raoko
    Sep 18, 2020
    9
    Frustratingly hard at times, yet impossible to put down, with a genuinely touching story; this game is an indie masterpiece. Whilst not perhaps for everyone, I would recommend everyone give it atleast give it a try.
  19. Gontrand00
    Dec 8, 2020
    9
    This game has a really good balance between a good story (but not too present), good learning curve, good challenge and, most important of all, good controls.

    Even if it's a lot of hard work, every platforming game should have controls that are as slick as Celeste. Period. This game is difficult but is totally doable if you keep practicing, and the controls are so smooth that it never    This game has a really good balance between a good story (but not too present), good learning curve, good challenge and, most important of all, good controls.

    Even if it's a lot of hard work, every platforming game should have controls that are as slick as Celeste. Period. This game is difficult but is totally doable if you keep practicing, and the controls are so smooth that it never really feels as a chore to beat a level (it is difficult because the game design is based to be challenging).

    The music is good and also I really enjoyed the fact that the berries are optional. It really helps to know that they are there to impress your friends or if you wanna beat your own personnal high score.

    For people who want a even more challenging game, they have the B-C sides and all the heart stuff to do (I didn't because I am not a masochist lol). It's too bad that those side quest are insanely hard because I would have love to be able to do some of them, but I am not fond of dying 1000 times just to understand how works some insanely precise mechanics, but that's really just me.

    All in all, it's a great game that really deserves the praises. If you love fair platform challenges, it is here for you.    … Expand
  20. da_one23
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    Celeste is one of my favourite npcs in animal crossing. The use of an owl for a space focused npc is simply genius storytelling, as the night is black as well space and the darkness that envelopes my soul
  21. hotdogcoder
    Jan 8, 2022
    9
    Fantastic game and EXTREMELY challenging. Probably the most difficult game I have ever played. It tracks how many times you die and cumulatively I'm at 2000+ deaths now. Somehow the quick reset of the screen when you die keeps you retrying the same screen for 20, 30 or even 50 times to get past it. Even with the insane difficulty you can make just enough progress that you can eke your wayFantastic game and EXTREMELY challenging. Probably the most difficult game I have ever played. It tracks how many times you die and cumulatively I'm at 2000+ deaths now. Somehow the quick reset of the screen when you die keeps you retrying the same screen for 20, 30 or even 50 times to get past it. Even with the insane difficulty you can make just enough progress that you can eke your way to the top of the mountain.

    For some people I think this extreme level of challenge is going to kill their joy of the game but for others it will light them up and be satisfying & rewarding.    … Expand
  22. awagam34
    Jun 23, 2021
    9
    SYSTEM PORUSZANIA
    Gra jest pod tym względem dość wymagająca, aczkolwiek bardzo precyzyjna co minimalizuje frustrację. Posiadamy możliwość skakania, przyczepiania się ścian, z kolejnymi etapami dostajemy coraz więcej ruchów bądź interakcji z przedmiotami, podłogami, ścianami których możemy użyć na własną korzyść. Sama gra wprowadza mechaniki w bardzo przyjemny i przystępny sposób, nigdy    SYSTEM PORUSZANIA
    Gra jest pod tym względem dość wymagająca, aczkolwiek bardzo precyzyjna co minimalizuje frustrację. Posiadamy możliwość skakania, przyczepiania się ścian, z kolejnymi etapami dostajemy coraz więcej ruchów bądź interakcji z przedmiotami, podłogami, ścianami których możemy użyć na własną korzyść. Sama gra wprowadza mechaniki w bardzo przyjemny i przystępny sposób, nigdy nie czujemy się zagubieni lub zdezorientowani.
    MUYZKA ORAZ GRAFIKA
    Jak w przypadku wielu indie gierek Celeste stawia na minimalistyczną pixel-artową grafikę, oraz bardzo prostą 8bitową muzykę. Całość daje bardzo arcadowe wrażenie i idealnie pasuje do tego typu platformera.
    HISTORIA
    Historia jest tak bardzo infantylna jak tylko może być, prosta z miłym przesłaniem, nie ma się tutaj nad czym zastanawiać, wystarczy podziwiać oprawę audiowizualną oraz skupić się na skakaniu    … Expand
  23. oldhorse
    Feb 27, 2021
    9
    One of the best games I've ever played. Challenging but do-able. While it might be intimidating at first you learn that it's okay to die repeatedly and the payoff is that much better when you do succeed. At first I thought I would never complete this game but the bright design, tight controls, and the little inspirational message at the beginning of the game kept me coming back until I wasOne of the best games I've ever played. Challenging but do-able. While it might be intimidating at first you learn that it's okay to die repeatedly and the payoff is that much better when you do succeed. At first I thought I would never complete this game but the bright design, tight controls, and the little inspirational message at the beginning of the game kept me coming back until I was glued and I had to complete it. There's a lot of content post game, b-sides, c-sides, and strawberries + the two bonus levels. The puzzles really had me perplexed at times and it was all the more satisfying to figure them out because of that. It took a while to sink in, but visually the game is just gorgeous. You can really tell this game was a labor of love to make. And the music, oh my god the music, Lena Raine really pulled out all the stops on this project. It perfectly fits and is a mirror image to the gameplay. Beautiful compositions. It feels like the music is almost encouraging you on with inspirational melodies and friendly vibes. In fact every aspect of this game seems to encourage you from the music to the story, to the visuals, to the mechanics, it all just feels encouraging no matter how many times you die. And that is brilliant game design. I would give it a 10 but I've been rating games on the Anthony Fantano scale where 10 is pure perfection and virtually nothing reaches that height. Sue me. And with the money you get from the settlement buy this game. You won't regret it.… Expand
  24. cfc1998
    Feb 19, 2021
    9
    One of the best 2D platformers of all time, with excellent level design, creative and fun mechanics. The game is hard yes, but it always gives you a fair challenge and that feeling of accomplishment when you finish it. Play it with patient and in time you would make it. Tottaly recommended.
  25. ophone
    Apr 14, 2021
    9
    A very nice precision platformer in which the antiquated and basic style of the in-game sprites stands in perfect opposition to the magnificent backgrounds and the beautiful music which intensifies during the playthrough of the different chapters. For once the goal isn't to rescue a kidnapped person or to save the world, a most refreshing aspect in a platformer.
  26. MaddoxWhite
    Apr 24, 2021
    9
    The controls are flawless. The graphics are amazing. The music is really beautiful. The levels are HARD though, man.

    But the STORY. The story is what kept me trying. I usually don't care for the stories in games, but when I got to the breathing feather part...thing, I knew this game was special.
  27. briiiz
    Jul 10, 2022
    9
    这应该是我玩过最好的独立游戏，从第一章十分钟就展现了自己的过人之处，精心设计的关卡引导和谜题，对于自己创造的游戏玩法的深度理解，把平台跳跃变成一项资源的管理，还有这如此优秀的手感，在我看来甚至值得和马里奥去拼一拼，虽然是一个独立游戏但是他的设计实在是太精美了
  28. Lil_Caucasian
    Jan 29, 2022
    9
    Fantastic platformer with a perfect difficulty curve. One of the best games of 2018.
  29. foxabouttown
    Mar 9, 2022
    9
    A fun and challenging platformer, with a story that keeps you motivated, with very little amounts of time where it feels repetitive.
  30. poggomobile
    Jun 16, 2022
    9
    this game is not the best game in the world, but it is very cool. I like it a lot and come back to it over and over.

    it can be frustrating to get through some bits sure, and you will die a lot of times, but generally the hard aspects seem *fair* to me. I don't ever feel I missed a move because a problem with the game messed me up.... Just, you need to not get hung up on your character    this game is not the best game in the world, but it is very cool. I like it a lot and come back to it over and over.

    it can be frustrating to get through some bits sure, and you will die a lot of times, but generally the hard aspects seem *fair* to me. I don't ever feel I missed a move because a problem with the game messed me up.... Just, you need to not get hung up on your character dying and re-spawning all the time, I guess.

    Repetitiveness was never really an issue for me because I never played it obsessively for hours and hours in a row.. I have other games to play when I feel like a break from celeste.. :-)    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

3
#3 Best Switch Game of 2018
6
#6 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2018
9
#9 Most Shared Switch Game of 2018

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Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 36 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 36
  3. Negative: 0 out of 36
  1. COGconnected
    Oct 10, 2018
    93
    It tells a surprisingly deep and emotional story featuring a relatable main character and it all blends uniquely together to make one of the finest gaming experience of the year. Celeste might not look it but, just like the mountain Madeline is so determined to conquer, it towers above the rest quite easily.
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  2. Video Chums
    Aug 25, 2018
    80
    As most indie-keen gamers already know, Celeste is a phenomenal 2D platformer. Almost everything about it comes together to make a satisfying and challenging game that'll thoroughly put your skills to the test.
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  3. DarkZero
    Jun 12, 2018
    100
    My hands actually hurt from gripping the Switch but I couldn’t stop, and when I finally landed on the other side of one of the many gauntlets that Celeste wears like a medal, I felt both relief and curiosity as to what it would throw at me next. It’s a rewarding experience and a game that I’m honoured to issue a perfect score.
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