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Celeste
Ultra-challenging pixel perfect platformer Celeste is a modern classic, bridging the gap between challenge and frustration with the deftest of clever game designs. See, player-character Madeleine’s attempts to scale the titular mountain is fraught with repeated death, but it’s rapid death-to-rebirth cycle ensures gameplay is always encouraging whilst supporting the narrative’s overarching theme of overcoming hardship through adversity. If you’ve never played Celeste and are put off by its difficultly, don’t be. It’s charm with disarm you; you’ll enjoy persevering.
