Celeste

Difficult 2D precision platformer about climbing a mountain and persevering

Maddy Makes Games Inc., Extremely OK Games, Ltd. · Published by Maddy Makes Games Inc. · Released Jan 25, 2018

Reviews: Overwhelmingly Positive; 97% of 148K
Recent reviews: Overwhelmingly Positive; 96% of 1,599 in 30 days
Playing now: 1,242; right now
Steam Deck: Verified
Last update: 5 years ago; Mar 29, 2021

What is Celeste?

A single-player 2D precision platformer in which Madeline climbs Celeste Mountain while confronting her inner demons. You jump, air-dash, and climb through hundreds of challenge screens, with secrets and unlockable, harder B-side chapters.

For you if...

+you enjoy demanding platforming built around repeated attempts
+you value pixel art, music, and a personal story
+you want simple movement controls with depth to master

Not for you if...

−you prefer relaxed platforming with generous room for error
−you dislike replaying sections after frequent deaths
−you want multiplayer rather than a solo adventure

What players say

97% of 147,606 reviews are positive · 96% of 1,599 in the last 30 days

Players praise the story and themes, pixel art, soundtrack, and the satisfaction of mastering the movement. The most common complaint is the punishing repetition of precise jumps, with some players saying later challenges demand too much time and near-perfect execution.