Celeste

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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 442 Ratings

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  • Summary: Help Madeline survive her journey to the top of Celeste Mountain in this super-tight, hand-crafted platformer from the creators of TowerFall.

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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. TheXboxHub
    Aug 29, 2019
    100
    Celeste is undoubtedly a modern masterpiece. Its mix of reactionary platforming and problem solving is a breath of fresh air. Its Assist Mode is ahead of the curb in an industry constantly discussing accessibility. The way it masterfully weaves its emotional story about mental health with its brutal difficulty is astounding. Hours of extra content, one of the best soundtracks of all time and neat art is only the icing on the cake for this indie gem.
  2. TrueAchievements
    Feb 8, 2018
    100
    The frustration of dying for the thousandth time finds its counterweight in the gorgeously fluid ballet of a perfect run. With a wonderfully evocative soundtrack and a whole host of creative ideas and plenty of additional challenges beyond the main campaign, Celeste manages to cram in a whole lot of goodness without ever missing a step. Fans of tricky platformers will find much to love in the game's design, but it's also a perfect starting point for anyone new to the genre — perhaps even those actively averse to it. In short, it's a bit of a masterpiece.
  3. IGN
    Jan 25, 2018
    100
    The greatest triumph of Celeste is that its best-in-class jumping and dashing is blended beautifully with an important and sincere story and an incredible soundtrack that make it a genuinely emotional game, even when your feet are planted firmly on the ground.
  4. SomosXbox
    Feb 9, 2018
    100
    Celeste is ... like heaven. The level design is fantastic, artistically takes your breath away and playability is perfect. It's highly complicated, especially after the first round, but very satisfying. Celeste itself explains why "indie games" exist.
  5. Metro GameCentral
    Jan 30, 2018
    90
    The best indie platformer since Super Meat Boy, but also one of the best storytelling experiences of recent years – with an incisive and thoughtful portrayal of mental illness.
  6. Game Informer
    Feb 6, 2018
    90
    Developer Matt Makes Games’ previous release was TowerFall, the archery-themed four-player battle royale. With its single-player focus and touching narrative, Celeste might seem like an odd follow-up. However, like TowerFall, Celeste features polished and intense action that makes it easy to love and hard to put down.
  7. MondoXbox
    Feb 11, 2018
    82
    Celeste surprised us with its tight and challenging but very rewarding gameplay, coupled with a deep story and great level design. Sometimes you can feel lost in the game's vast areas and it could have used a more diversified gameplay, but it's definitely a game to have for lovers of 2D platform games.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 63 out of 75
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 75
  3. Negative: 4 out of 75
  1. CL4P-TP
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    One of the best games I've played in my life. It just seems like everything is perfect in Celeste. From the tight controls and gameplay alwaysOne of the best games I've played in my life. It just seems like everything is perfect in Celeste. From the tight controls and gameplay always reinforced with new interesting concepts to the characters which are likable and feel real and the story which is nothing too special but still interesting and well executed to a beautiful soundtrack combined with a breathtaking pixel look crafted with great attention to detail.

    But one of the most crucial aspects that make this game great is the difficulty. It's always hard and rewarding but doesn't force itself to be overly hard like other games of the genre like The End is Nigh or Super Meat Boy. There are always harder versions of the levels and many collectibles which make those loving death or exploring happy. Overall the developers have found a great balance between easy and difficult and for those that still find it too hard to enjoy there's always the really well done Assist Mode that makes the game easier the way you like and is completely customizable.    … Expand
  2. NUMERONOVE99
    Apr 26, 2021
    10
    Esse jogo é mais do que um jogo pra mim, é a história que me define e o que me representa
  4. JackRobu
    Oct 3, 2022
    10
    A game that touched my soul, its challenging platforming, the soundtrack that is so beautiful and cheerful, everything in general about theA game that touched my soul, its challenging platforming, the soundtrack that is so beautiful and cheerful, everything in general about the game is perfect, I can't see a bad point no matter how hard I try, A game that everyone should enjoy at least once in their life, because this game helped me in many things with its endearing characters and positivity, a perfect game without hesitation.… Expand
  5. GdanskTermos
    Apr 26, 2021
    9
    Beautiful artstyle, great soundtrack and amazing but simple gameplay. These are the three elements of Celeste. If you are a fan ofBeautiful artstyle, great soundtrack and amazing but simple gameplay. These are the three elements of Celeste. If you are a fan of platformers, this is a must play. The only minus is the fact that you need to find and finish a few secret levels to go forward with the story.… Expand
  6. HaikuReview
    Mar 21, 2018
    9
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    So much death and fun
    Conquer fears with frustration
    Get dem strawberries
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  7. SamAxe00
    Sep 10, 2023
    8
    Fun but difficult game. I really enjoyed the story. Difficult gameplay but achievable.
  8. JordanJohnstone
    Dec 17, 2018
    0
    I didn’t pay hundreds of dollars for a superior game system to have graphics that look like they were developed in the 1800’s. There isI didn’t pay hundreds of dollars for a superior game system to have graphics that look like they were developed in the 1800’s. There is *nothing* charming or innovative about a boring platform game with a horrible retro look. I also believe that Metacritic is getting far too political in their reviews. I rarely read or rely on them any longer.… Expand

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#2 Best Xbox One Game of 2018
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#17 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2018
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#27 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2018