Celeste is simply splendid. This indie game emerged through a Jam, after its great initial success, years of development were necessary until we had this impressive work within this magnificent niche that includes indie games. Celeste's story revolves around Madeline, a young adult full of personal problems, trying to prove to herself that she is capable of doing something great. The game's narrative deals with various issues such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, attachment, abandonment, death, mourning and overcoming in a visceral and at the same time playful way, through the personification caused by the magical power of the Celeste mountain. The gameplay is simple and fluid, linked to an intimidating level design, and the wonderful art made by Brazilians (always good to highlight my country's participation in the indie scene). Furthermore, Celeste is a game that I recommend to everyone, I believe it is one of those games that we need to play at least once in our lives. Despite the difficulty, everything else is worth it and the irritation of getting stuck somewhere is rewarded soon after. I emphasize that I finished the game with a little more than 2500 deaths, managing to collect a measly 40 hearts.

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2024


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