Celeste

 Xbox One
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 442 Ratings

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  1. Xbox_Alive
    Jan 27, 2018
    9
    Retro platformers is a genre that I’ve been interested in ever since I was a child and there have certainly been some classics over the year’s, but in my opinion this genre has lost its way in recent years. Thankfully Celeste has reminded me why I love this particular genre so much and for me it’s pretty much perfect in every single way. Obviously the most important thing about aRetro platformers is a genre that I’ve been interested in ever since I was a child and there have certainly been some classics over the year’s, but in my opinion this genre has lost its way in recent years. Thankfully Celeste has reminded me why I love this particular genre so much and for me it’s pretty much perfect in every single way. Obviously the most important thing about a platformer is the platforming itself and thankfully everything here has been done to perfection. Each little movement feels great and the amount of immersion the platforming creates is simply wonderful. The controls definitely play a part in making the platforming play great, and they’ve done a great job of keeping things very tight and responsive throughout. Throughout your time with the game you will notice a number of different mechanics in play at the same time and each different mechanic plays a part in creating a unique adventure. Another very important aspect in a game like this is the level design, and thankfully I can say the levels are superb. Each level plays differently from each other and there are a lot of clever concepts in each level and this without a doubt keeps things fresh and makes you want to carry on, which is very important. This is very important because the game can be extremely difficult and you will die a lot of times, so there is a little frustration but it wasn’t enough to stop me from playing and that’s great because in terms of content the game offers you a decent amount and you will enjoy this game for multiple hours. The presentation side of the game created a lot of fond memories for me and it’s certainly packed with a lot of charm. Visually the game screams retro and when you combine that with the excellent sound design then you get a game that takes you down memory lane, but it also has a modern feel to it at the same time which is awesome. At the end of the day I expected a lot from Celeste and it’s managed to reach my lofty expectations and some, which is very impressive to say the least. Everything about the game just clicks and I can see it being on a lot of people’s game’s of the year list come the end of the year. If you love old-school platformers then this is an absolute must buy and it should definitely be included on the best platformers of all time list.… Expand
  2. vintagegamer16
    Mar 30, 2019
    10
    Best platformer ive had the experience of playing in years. Amazing how its able to incorporate is platforming with its story telling.
  3. Joellemm
    Jan 6, 2019
    9
    Celeste is the type of game I rarely play, as i often find the frustration of navigating tight, intricately designed platformers as too off-putting. Frustration usually comes from a dissatisfaction in failure, but in Celeste, the gameplay is so well designed, so varied, that the nagging feeling to keep persist and improve always keeps you enjoying yourself. This fact is beautifullyCeleste is the type of game I rarely play, as i often find the frustration of navigating tight, intricately designed platformers as too off-putting. Frustration usually comes from a dissatisfaction in failure, but in Celeste, the gameplay is so well designed, so varied, that the nagging feeling to keep persist and improve always keeps you enjoying yourself. This fact is beautifully mirrored the in main character's own progression. I feel the success of the game's narrative have been a little overstated, as i feel its simplicity could have been flattered by greater subtlety. Nonetheless, the game holds up as an impressive achievement, with obvious replay-ability, nice musical score and fantastic visuals.… Expand
  4. camcom
    Jun 4, 2019
    8
    Excellent platforming, very enjoyable level design. Story was stupid and over dramatic, I did not like the writing and would have preferred it be more abstract at the least.
  5. GatorPrime
    Jan 23, 2019
    8
    The beauty comes from it's simplicity, difficulty, and extremely personal story about overcoming depression, anxiety, and other negative emotions. Although it is immensely difficult, it is very fair by only making you replay the screen. It is an excellent game, and I would recommend it to people who love platformers.
  6. Alec81395
    Sep 10, 2019
    10
    Hands down the best platformer I've ever played! Love the story, art style, music, and the challenge! Try it out!
  7. kvnd
    Dec 15, 2019
    8
    Celeste is one of the most well made video games I've ever played. I suck at ultra hard 2D platformers but even I was able to fully finish this game because it's so expertly designed. When you fail, you instantly get another chance to try again and learn from your mistakes until you nail the level perfectly. The level design here is insane, the music is on point, the art style is dope, theCeleste is one of the most well made video games I've ever played. I suck at ultra hard 2D platformers but even I was able to fully finish this game because it's so expertly designed. When you fail, you instantly get another chance to try again and learn from your mistakes until you nail the level perfectly. The level design here is insane, the music is on point, the art style is dope, the accessibility options are rich, I think everyone should give this game a try.… Expand
  8. yxckson
    Dec 1, 2020
    10
    Celeste was a game so intriguing, beautiful, exciting, and heartwarming that it topped the nostalgia I had for my past-favorite game of all-time, Super Mario Sunshine. It is just simply an adventure that I will never be able to forget. Even with how frustrating and challenging this game can get, this was the first time I've experienced frustration while playing a game, and actually enjoyedCeleste was a game so intriguing, beautiful, exciting, and heartwarming that it topped the nostalgia I had for my past-favorite game of all-time, Super Mario Sunshine. It is just simply an adventure that I will never be able to forget. Even with how frustrating and challenging this game can get, this was the first time I've experienced frustration while playing a game, and actually enjoyed the feeling of it. To the pleasant and beautiful retro visuals, the superb soundtrack, the all-to-loveable characters, and the simple but heavily impactful message and story, Celeste was able to create something so difficult and challenging, yet also so fueling and motivating that it was able to interpret its simple message on paper into something that can change the way you think and live your everyday life. If I haven't made it obvious enough already, it is a must play for anyone; and I mean anyone.… Expand
  9. 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 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 craftedOne 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
  10. Marcussgames
    Mar 30, 2018
    10
    FUN and CHALLENGE the heck of you but in chapter 4 is confused but is OK
    The story is good but OK but i have not finish chapter 4 ahh well
    Yeah guys is good buy it
  11. OPTCKID
    Dec 13, 2018
    9
    This game is hard! I really enjoy a challenge! It takes some practice to get used to the controls, but once you do they work perfectly. The dialogue is worth reading, it made me laugh quit a bit. If you hate challenges don't bother playing this game. It seems to be aimed at older players who don't suck. There is even a white block that looks like it came from Mario 3, and if you hold downThis game is hard! I really enjoy a challenge! It takes some practice to get used to the controls, but once you do they work perfectly. The dialogue is worth reading, it made me laugh quit a bit. If you hate challenges don't bother playing this game. It seems to be aimed at older players who don't suck. There is even a white block that looks like it came from Mario 3, and if you hold down while standing on it you fall behind it and interact with the background! Young gamers who haven't played Mario 3 wouldn't have made the connection. Also, it appears that many young gamers just cry a lot when a game is too hard. If you don't want to listen to your kids having meltdowns, don't get them this game. I imagine that most of the negative reviews come from people who can't even beat a feel good adventure platformer like Ori and the Blind Forest. I must say though, I'm surprised this game is getting better reviews than Hollow Knight and Ori! It's not THAT amazing.… Expand
  12. 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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  13. starsi360
    Jan 3, 2019
    10
    Absolutley brilliant game, only about 4-5 hours long for the main campaign but oh so sweet! I'm normally not great at HARD games, but this one is so FAIR while its being hard. It feels so difficult but at the same time you feel like if you concentrate and think, you can do it. This is because the controls are so precise and tight that you can't blame anyone else for smashing into thatAbsolutley brilliant game, only about 4-5 hours long for the main campaign but oh so sweet! I'm normally not great at HARD games, but this one is so FAIR while its being hard. It feels so difficult but at the same time you feel like if you concentrate and think, you can do it. This is because the controls are so precise and tight that you can't blame anyone else for smashing into that killer wall. Take a breath and focus, and you move on. Sit down and play the first 10 minutes. You'll know if it's for you at that point. The game is emotional, beautiful, difficult... but the sense of satisfation when you complete a really difficult part is unparalleled. Sweaty palm game!… Expand
  14. lightswitch
    Mar 9, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. played only an hour , found it to be fun !!
    controls was not that great but ok    … Expand
  15. rjb86
    Feb 19, 2018
    8
    Excelente trabajo, un juego casual en el que encuentras diversión, retos y una simple pero bonita historia. La dificultad que tantos mencionan la están exagerando, si, tiene sus momentos, pero nada que te lleve a la frustración ya que el respawn es inmediato, felicidades a Matt Makes Games Inc.
  16. SirHawke
    Mar 28, 2018
    10
    penispenispenispenispenispenispenispenispenispenispenispenispenispenispenis
  17. ADHDanny
    Dec 30, 2018
    10
    A touching and challenging little platformed with a lot of heart. A tittle worthy of GOTY
  18. Dodoegg
    Sep 8, 2018
    10
    Incredible, my 2018 GOTY easily. Haven't enjoyed many 2D platformers outside of the all-time classics e.g. Mario, Sonic, DKC, but Celeste manages to astound me with tough but manageable levels, great characters and an important story.
  19. SuperkenGaming
    Jul 16, 2018
    8
    Celeste
    A great game, just not for me
    Celeste is one of those ultra frustrating platformers where you play a girl named madeline trying to climb mount celeste for reasons unknown to her, the story focuses primarily on depression, anxiety, and will power… the latter 2 will definitely be tested if you choose to play celeste the way it was intedned to be played.. And in its intended state,    Celeste
    A great game, just not for me
    Celeste is one of those ultra frustrating platformers where you play a girl named madeline trying to climb mount celeste for reasons unknown to her, the story focuses primarily on depression, anxiety, and will power… the latter 2 will definitely be tested if you choose to play celeste the way it was intedned to be played..
    And in its intended state, I just don’t like it.. im not one of those people that enjoy dying 1 million times in a video game, I want to relax and enjoy my games, not be on the brink of going mad…
    Thankfully this game offers an assist mode to deal with this..
    I gave the game a shot for how it was meant to be, you get a single dash though crystals and strawberries will refill this gash, you can climb walls and it’s a bunch of dashing and doging spikes supermeat boy style..
    it didn’t take long for me to be like nah, im not doing this.. and played the rest of the game with assists on…
    at first with just infinite dodges, but this game my character some super saiyan pink hair to give the visual of clearly im cheating right now, so I thought might as well turn damage off too..
    so whats meant to be some ultra hard game for sadomasochists for me was an exploration game and I feel no shame in that, I got the story, I got to see every inch of celeste, collecting the baries, the crystal hearts, the cassetes to unlock the side b version of a chapter and better yet playing with assist doesn’t turn trophies off, and this trophy list is full of silver trophies for finding these collectables…
    Needless to say playing with assists does take away the satisfaction of completing chapters and areas..
    I got to get a feel for the games intention the most while trying to get a trophy for completing celeste on pico-8, that’s right, the devolopers are evil jerks.. I got to level 27 out of 30 before I gave up on the trophy and the platinum, so don’t think with assist mode this is all of a sudden some easy platinum trophy because it isn’t… mount celeste is going to be in your way of it one way or another..
    somehow nearly 25% of players have this trophy though, I don’t see how. The game must have only sold like 4 copies and the one person that got it is a developer or their parents just didn’t love them.
    jokes, im kidding..
    im just not one of those people that think, you know what would be fun?
    dying over and over and over and over and over and over until muscle memory and luck prevent me from doing so,
    Its not my thing…
    that being said I do again still see the greatness in this game, the brilliant level design, the brutal difficulty, the option to skip the difficulty and just explore, a great trophy list aside from the pico 8 bit..
    Celeste is a really great package for people that love retro games, stress, or trophies
    I give Celeste an 8/10    … Expand
  20. Sutton
    Feb 16, 2019
    8
    The simplicity, difficulty and charm of Celeste had me coming back long after I had initially expected. The game mechanics are setup in such a way that dying doesn't feel punishing, but still is so satisfying to overcome each roadblock you encounter. The way the game introduces new mechanics into the gameplay using storytelling can feel magical at times, and the pacing that they'reThe simplicity, difficulty and charm of Celeste had me coming back long after I had initially expected. The game mechanics are setup in such a way that dying doesn't feel punishing, but still is so satisfying to overcome each roadblock you encounter. The way the game introduces new mechanics into the gameplay using storytelling can feel magical at times, and the pacing that they're introduced felt nearly perfect. The music is fantastic, compliments the gameplay and story beautifully and I found myself getting lost in it at times. Most importantly, the controls are tight and every death was unquestionably within my control. Celeste is a solid precision platformer that was clearly made with a lot of love, and it deserves all the positive critical recognition. While the narrative wasn't anything groundbreaking, its visual and gameplay-based representations of anxiety and depression were truly something special. It's certainly not perfect, but it has undoubtedly had a positive impression on me as well as given me a new perspective on how people live and deal with these illnesses. I'm proud to add Celeste to my game collection and I'm excited to see what the development team behind Matt Makes Games is working on next!… Expand
  21. aljirik1992
    Mar 14, 2019
    9
    Умный в гору не пойдёт? (CELESTE)

    Пытаясь найти особенности в "CELESTE", рискуешь заблудиться точно также, как и главная героиня игры, что потерялась в своих собственных размышлениях и пришла к подножью горы, дабы собрать воедино весь тот бардак, творящийся у неё в голове. Концентрация - вот что объединит игрока и пиксельнорыжую девочку на экране, внутри сплошного геймдизайнерского    Умный в гору не пойдёт? (CELESTE)

    Пытаясь найти особенности в "CELESTE", рискуешь заблудиться точно также, как и главная героиня игры, что потерялась в своих собственных размышлениях и пришла к подножью горы, дабы собрать воедино весь тот бардак, творящийся у неё в голове. Концентрация - вот что объединит игрока и пиксельнорыжую девочку на экране, внутри сплошного геймдизайнерского чуда, где за простотой обыденных по своей сути механик, сокрыт глубокий простор для действий. Маневрируя между препятствиями, сложность будет только возрастать, но казнить за ошибки никого не собираются, а просто в конце каждой главы ткнут в табличку с общим счётом собранных трофеев и количеством неминуемых смертей, при этом как-будто издалека разработчики говорят мягонько: "У тебя получится",- и украдко, с издёвкой: "Ты могёшь лучше". Последней фразе также сопутствует режим "на время", но преднамеренно убивать играющих в хламину, ни кто не собирается, что хорошо и для хардкор геймеров, и для более "расслабленной" аудитории.    … Expand
  22. RafaelBarrera
    Feb 21, 2019
    9
    Celeste was one of the games with gold in january 2019 , I didn't hesitate to download it and it was such a good decision to have xbox live gold in january. It is difficult but fair, the story has a final lesson about anxiety which is precious, the retro graphics are incredible... I'm not platform lover, but still I think it's a must-have video game, and give it a 9/10.
  23. Claudiosartal
    Jan 20, 2019
    10
    Um jogo que entrega aquilo que você esperar receber dele.
    Celeste ficou conhecido na mídia pela sua história tocante, abordando temas importantes como depressão e auto aceitação. Apesar de sem dúvida o seu grande foco ser na narrativa, o jogo não peca em nenhum quesito. É um jogo de plataforma excelente e muito desafiador, que poderia frustrar alguns pela sua dificuldade, mas o jogo    Um jogo que entrega aquilo que você esperar receber dele.
    Celeste ficou conhecido na mídia pela sua história tocante, abordando temas importantes como depressão e auto aceitação. Apesar de sem dúvida o seu grande foco ser na narrativa, o jogo não peca em nenhum quesito. É um jogo de plataforma excelente e muito desafiador, que poderia frustrar alguns pela sua dificuldade, mas o jogo acerta até no ponto de inclusão dos jogadores, permitindo que todos desfrutem de sua história incrível. O jogo tem a excelente solução de deixar o jogador escolher quais habilidades a personagem pode ter, desde o primeiro momento no jogo. Com essa escolha dada ao usuário o jogo pode ir do nível apenas história, onde o jogo pode ser completado por qualquer pessoa, mesmo jogadores extremamente casuais, até no nível mais desafiador do game.
    Celeste também acerta em cheio com a sua arte, e ainda mais com sua música, que são uma obra prima a parte.
    Não foi à toa que esse jogo ficou ao lado de gigantes com produções multimilionárias no Games awards de 2018.    … Expand
  24. Djans
    Jan 1, 2021
    10
    A beautiful and captivating story with strong characters and a great gameplay that works well with the storytelling. Celeste will crush you and make you scream sometimes, but it won't allow you to loose interest in the game and it's story.
  25. Tn_Dev
    Mar 13, 2019
    8
    This is a quality indie game. Without a doubt in my mind this is one of the best platformers since Odyssey (that I have yet to play be gentle.) The narrative isn't particularly special, however the elements about anxiety and doubt hit close to home, Dialogue between characters is charming and surprisingly interesting. Celeste is a short game if you do one play-through like I did. aroundThis is a quality indie game. Without a doubt in my mind this is one of the best platformers since Odyssey (that I have yet to play be gentle.) The narrative isn't particularly special, however the elements about anxiety and doubt hit close to home, Dialogue between characters is charming and surprisingly interesting. Celeste is a short game if you do one play-through like I did. around 4-5ish hours long. The art style is lovely, however the combination of 2d drawing, 2d pixel art, and 3d low poly is a bit of a deal breaker for some people, I personally didn't like the mix of art styles and found that only the pixel art was truly special. This game is surprisingly difficult despite there being infinite lives, it reminds me of getting over it in terms of having infinite tries but still having a hard time. This game is screen based and so when you die you will only reset at a screen or section, not at a checkpoint or level. I strongly recommend this game for just it's soundtrack alone, the soundtrack is wonderful. There is extra side content for those interested but I never got the chance to try it because of the intense difficulty. However I heard that this side content is the better part of the game.… Expand
  26. realcritic1
    May 21, 2019
    10
    I think Celeste one of the best games for someone who complete it. for me Celeste is really different game because have strange world. when you want pass a chapter, maybe a hundred time you die but you continue because meaning of the die is different in the Celeste. Celeste wants to die for knowing how to live. I should explain about music of the Celeste. in a word masterpiece. I thinkI think Celeste one of the best games for someone who complete it. for me Celeste is really different game because have strange world. when you want pass a chapter, maybe a hundred time you die but you continue because meaning of the die is different in the Celeste. Celeste wants to die for knowing how to live. I should explain about music of the Celeste. in a word masterpiece. I think one of the reason for pass chapter is listen music of the new chapter. graphic and drawing is really good. so Celeste is a great game we should respect to the best game of 2018… Expand
  27. calebrausch
    May 13, 2019
    10
    Easily one of my favorite games. I played through the whole game in about two days and it always had me on edge. The game is hard for sure but for the most part it's fair. The controls are smooth as butter and play like a dream while the music keeps you locked in place and wants to make you keep playing no matter how many times you die. The art style is wonderful and anyone saying thatEasily one of my favorite games. I played through the whole game in about two days and it always had me on edge. The game is hard for sure but for the most part it's fair. The controls are smooth as butter and play like a dream while the music keeps you locked in place and wants to make you keep playing no matter how many times you die. The art style is wonderful and anyone saying that "they didn't buy a $400 gaming system to play a game that looks like it was made in the '80's" clearly thinks Anthem is a good game solely because the visual effects. The game doesn't need high rendered 4k graphics to be a good game. The game has a style that's its own and runs with it. The narrative is well written and oozes passion from the makers. Easily a must play.… Expand
  28. Lalfred
    Jun 19, 2019
    9
    This game, while it is very hard, and I suck at it, is fun the whole way. The low user score is just people complaining about how the game is hard.
  29. neoarkron
    Nov 16, 2019
    10
    Celeste is one of the best platforms games ever giving a good story for the characters with the reasons to go to climb Celeste mountain. This game is so touching with the problems of Madeline and how she can overcome her problems with anxiety and depression. By the way, most of the people giving a low score is because they were bad players and didn't know the real commands to play theCeleste is one of the best platforms games ever giving a good story for the characters with the reasons to go to climb Celeste mountain. This game is so touching with the problems of Madeline and how she can overcome her problems with anxiety and depression. By the way, most of the people giving a low score is because they were bad players and didn't know the real commands to play the game. I know this is a retro game, giving more difficulty than many actual games. People nowadays are used to play easy games and I am a little upset with that.I am disappointed with the casual players who tried the game and did not learn to play it. Same with those who do not appreciate pixel art. It seems they never knew the true difficulty of the games that were years ago. I think that's a reason for giving a low score. Celeste is unique with the mechanics and I like the mechanics are different in other chapters. That makes the game less repetitive. On the other hand, Music is hilarious and majestic, love every song of the game.… Expand
  30. Games_Are_Art
    Feb 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Definitely a huge throwback to the og platform era like Mario. This game has a tough but fair platform style that puts shame to Metroid and Castlevania while maintaining a beautiful storyline that sparks joy to the players.… Expand
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Universal acclaim - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 10
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  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.
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  2. 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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  3. 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.
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