Overall Rating: | ★★★★★ |
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Representation Quality: | ★★★★☆ |
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Focus Characters: | Madeline (player character), Part of You |
More Info: | Official Site, |
Plot Synopsis
A game about climbing a mountain, well known for its transgender protagonist Madeline, inspired by developer Maddy Thorson's own struggles with gender identity and mental health. While climbing Celeste Mountain, she experiences various supernatural phenomena, and is repeatedly impeded by a doppelganger called "Part of You" (nicknamed Badeline by the game's fans), who tries to discourage her from continuing the climb.
How is it plural?
— Major spoiler warning! —
"Part of You" is presented as a textbook