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wallmasterz
01/04/20 9:50:18 AM
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I was inspired by @Nelson_Mandela s ongoing thread to play Celeste. Since B8 clearly loves this game, heres another Celeste playthrough topic

Ill be playing on PS4. The game just finished downloading, about to boot it up for the first time!

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wallmasterz
01/04/20 9:57:45 AM
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default options
not renaming Madeline
assist mode off

Ill go for 100% in this game and only abandon the most difficult challenges if they crush my spirit. Im pretty persistent though so well see

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banananor
01/04/20 10:18:03 AM
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Good luck

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Nelson_Mandela
01/04/20 11:08:45 AM
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wallmasterz
01/04/20 11:09:00 AM
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Prologue

Wow, this really sucks you in right off the bat. Immediately I was grabbed by the games great art style, the fluidity of the controls, and the soundtrack - its really good. I usually play with headphones and Im enjoying it a lot.

I appreciated the exchange with the old woman. For its simplicity, the game really does a nice job establishing climbing Celeste as a daunting task. I wonder if we ever find out why Madeline is trying to climb it? (Dont answer that)

Chapter 1 - Forsaken City

Strawberries: 11/20
Deaths: 73
Time: 45:56:006

This mightve been a mistake - Celeste and also me thinking about how I said Id go for 100%

Im not sure if the timer also counts time with the game paused as I had to step away a couple times. Most of my deaths came from trying to get strawberries. I had to collect every strawberry I saw, and I cant believe I only got half of them! Where were the others hiding >_> I also wonder if I get any new power ups or abilities as the game goes on that are required for all strawberries?

I debated between going back to chapter 1 for clean up or moving on. I think Ive decided just to play through all chapters first, collect what I can, then go back for the other strawberries when Im done.

A handful of deaths came from falling down to see if there were any hidden areas. I didnt discover any this way so maybe Ill stop trying for now. Also, at first I thought the winged strawberries disappeared in a set amount of time, but I realized for one of them that it stayed so long as I didnt dash. Im not yet sure if all of them behave this way or if some of the others have different conditions in which they fly away.

Movement in this game is great, the controls are fluid and fun. Man Im going to die a lot going forward >_>

Celeste Mountain - this memorial dedicated to those who perished on the climb

The simple world building touches, like this memorial, are nice.

Trophy 1/31 - Forsaken - Complete Chapter 1

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Nelson_Mandela
01/04/20 11:10:02 AM
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wallmasterz posted...
This mightve been a mistake - Celeste and also me thinking about how I said Id go for 100%
Wait till you see what you have to do for golden strawberries

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wallmasterz
01/04/20 11:12:04 AM
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I think I remember reading that you have to complete entire chapters without dying? >_> Lets see if I remember correctly.

If thats the condition, maybe Ill just go for all strawberries and skip the golden ones. Well see what my sanity can take.

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transcience
01/04/20 11:16:24 AM
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you have the ability to get every strawberry and secret the first time you enter a level. one small hint I can give is to look for unnatural terrain. the rest is up to you! good luck!

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wallmasterz
01/04/20 11:32:06 AM
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transcience posted...
you have the ability to get every strawberry and secret the first time you enter a level. one small hint I can give is to look for unnatural terrain. the rest is up to you! good luck!

Thank you! I appreciate this tip. Now Im inclined to go back and explore chapter 1 a bit more thoroughly. Ive had to take a break until later today so Ill see which option Im feeling (revisit 1 vs. moving on to 2) once Im able to play more.

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Nelson_Mandela
01/04/20 11:46:43 AM
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I enjoyed playing through all of the A-sides first without getting hung up on any of the collecting. It made the narrative a bit more seamless and connected, if that's important to you.

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wallmasterz
01/04/20 12:05:23 PM
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Yeah, upon thinking more thats what Im going to do. Ill just play through the story then go back through the levels to collect whatever strawberries I missed. The level select makes that option more appealing than it would be in games where a load of backtracking would be required to go back and collect stuff I miss.

Im excited to get back to Celeste. Maybe Ill finish my first run of all the chapters this weekend if Im able to play a lot tomorrow morning. This afternoon Im doing a very belated Christmas dinner and gift exchange with my in-laws, and I know Ill want to watch as much of NFL wildcard football as I can. But Ill get through chapter 2 today at a minimum.

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wallmasterz
01/04/20 3:05:09 PM
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Wtf chapter 2?

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wallmasterz
01/04/20 7:07:44 PM
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Chapter 2 - Old Site

Strawberries: 1/18 (lol)
Deaths: 62
Time: 1:15:54.436 (Yeah, it counts time paused)

Spoiler warning for all chapters as I go from this point out.

Im playing this blind and it was a really cool moment finally getting to the mirror, and everything that happened following that. Knowing nothing about this games narrative coming in made this chapter a cool experience. Most of my deaths came during the sequence where you have to escape from what Ill call some of Madelines inner demons. I didnt feel compelled to worry about damn strawberries while I was being chased by Dark Madelines.

During the first part before interacting with the mirror, I really scratched my head trying to figure out how I could get through the stuff that changes consistency once you interact with the mirror. In chapter one I didnt really interact much with the green gems that recharge your dash, so I didnt even realize thats what they do. Obviously they became very necessary here!

I got a partial answer to my question of why Madeline is climbing the mountain- shes trying to prove something to herself. Madelines mom referring to panic attacks made me think of anxiety, naturally, but Im left wondering if (and assuming yes) theres more to Madelines story.

I enjoyed my interactions with Theo and exhausted conversation with him before completing the chapter. The letters of the memorial being scattered made a lot more sense once Madeline woke up. I was a bit proud of locating the crystal heart, but I couldnt figure out how to get it. I saw nowhere near 17 other strawberries, so Ill have a lot of searching to do when I revisit chapter 2.

Trophy 2/31 - Archaeology - Complete Chapter 2

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VintageGin
01/04/20 8:44:24 PM
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Strawberries are just for impressing your friends

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wallmasterz
01/04/20 8:53:45 PM
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You dont have to collect strawberries to impress your friends

*points at forehead*

if you dont have any friends

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transcience
01/04/20 9:49:16 PM
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im surprised you only found 1 in chapter 2. I guess the light distracted you!

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wallmasterz
01/04/20 9:59:59 PM
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I definitely saw more than one strawberry, Id estimate I saw 6-7 total. Still not a lot! But unlike chapter 1 where I collected every strawberry I saw, in chapter 2 I figured ah screw it Ill come back later.

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wallmasterz
01/05/20 9:44:47 AM
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Celeste - Pico-8

Strawberries: 6
Deaths: 213
Time: 00:26:57

I wasnt expecting this detour but here we are

Trophy 3/31 - Real Gamer - Complete Celeste for PICO-8

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wallmasterz
01/05/20 11:44:07 AM
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Chapter 3 - Celestial Resort

Strawberries: 14/25
Deaths: 418
Time: 2:26:29.000

Damn, this chapter was definitely a difficulty increase. All of the screens and strawberries involving the terrain that becomes lethal once you touch it once, accounted for about 75% of my deaths. Id guess one third of my deaths came from about two strawberries in particular. But I enjoyed the challenge. Chapters 2 and 3 have both been memorable, this one particularly memorable for its Metroid-esque (at least I thought so) soundtrack and the character of Mr. Oshiro. The final segment of the level was more unforgiving than usual, with multiple screens needing to be cleared in one run just like the end of chapter 2. I guess this is a boss thing in this game?

In addition to finding the Pico-8 and playing that, I found my first cassette tape. I think Ill find a lot of areas I missed in the first two chapters just by searching for tiny cracks Madeline can slip through.

Anyway, great chapter and some hard-earned strawberries. This game is going to kick my ass soon, isnt it?

Trophy 4/31 - Gateway - Collect a Cassette
Trophy 5/31 - Checking Out - Complete Chapter 3

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Nelson_Mandela
01/05/20 11:45:20 AM
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Chapter 3 best chapter

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wallmasterz
01/05/20 11:46:54 AM
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Yeah man, I loved the vibe. Chapter 3 is my favorite so far. Lets see how it goes with the others!

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transcience
01/05/20 2:25:42 PM
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yeah 1 and 2 are the warmup for 3+. get ready.

I think most people think 3s clouds are the worst gimmick of all the levels, but not you two!

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wallmasterz
01/05/20 7:14:51 PM
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transcience posted...
I think most people think 3s clouds are the worst gimmick of all the levels, but not you two!

The clouds were a bit irritating at times for sure, but I loved the atmosphere and soundtrack of chapter 3. Id be happy to hear they dont make a comeback in later chapters. I cant really say what I think is the worst gimmick yet. Did chapter 1 and 2 even have gimmicks? If so, Ive already forgotten >_>

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transcience
01/05/20 7:24:24 PM
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yeah, chapter 1 has those things you grab on to that move and give you momentum and chapter 2 has the dream blocks (the ones you can dash through)

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wallmasterz
01/05/20 8:00:25 PM
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Ahh yes thats right. As you can see my memory isnt great

Im playing chapter 4 now

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wallmasterz
01/06/20 11:15:49 PM
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Chapter 4 - Golden Ridge

Strawberries: 17/29
Deaths: 335
Time: 5:04:47.988 (continuing to post this although it doesnt really reflect time spent at all, meh)

So I had to break this chapter up in a couple sittings. Im still really liking this game a lot. The wind got frustrating at times, but fighting that resistance for much of the final third of the chapter made for kind of a fun end where the wind is at your back and theres really no way to stop yourself from moving forward.

It took me a bit to figure out how to manipulate the moving blocks. Chapter 4 lacks the atmosphere of 3 but theres really some clever level design happening. There were a few moments where I said aloud, how the hell do I this? And every subsequent a-ha moment was among the most fun Ive had playing Celeste so far. Theres some real satisfaction in getting some of the tougher strawberries this probably sounds adorably naive coming from someone who doesnt know what this game still has in store.

I collected 17 strawberries which I felt pretty good about, thinking there were 20 or 25 strawberries. Theres 29 LOL oh well. Ive only found one cassette and one crystal heart location (and I couldnt even figure out how to get it), but Im going to continue avoiding the use of a guide to find collectibles. Ill have a lot of searching to do when I revisit these chapters.

Trophy 6/31 - Strawberry Badge - Collect 30 Strawberries
Trophy 7/31 - Breathe - Complete Chapter 4

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Nelson_Mandela
01/09/20 6:55:12 PM
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4 is probably my least favorite. 5-7 are pretty fucking phenomenal though (especially 6).

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th3l3fty
01/09/20 8:07:59 PM
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chapter 4 is great

wind is a way more fun mechanic than 3's stupid meatballs
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wallmasterz
01/09/20 10:16:53 PM
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Chapter 3s atmosphere and soundtrack is soooo good though. I think its possible to like 3 despite the meatballs (lol). Chapter 4, the wind is so pervasive.

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Nelson_Mandela
01/09/20 10:33:28 PM
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The meatballs were just a timing exercise though. Not super compelling but I'm confused as to why anyone would really dislike it.

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wallmasterz
01/09/20 10:38:58 PM
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Ive had an aversion to wind levels in platformers ever since I played SMB: The Lost Levels.

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wallmasterz
01/12/20 8:28:41 PM
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bump

I finished chapter 5. Thoughts to come!

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wallmasterz
01/13/20 8:49:00 PM
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Chapter 5 - Mirror Temple

Strawberries: 22/31
Deaths: 311
Time: 2:57:52.583

I really, really liked this chapter. Let me start by saying the music is gorgeous. It stood out to me in a game that has had consistently great music so far.

It will sound silly for me to say this chapter felt more relaxed since I still died 311 times, but it felt more relaxed and considerably easier for the most part. Still great level design, but a bit of a breather for me compared to chapters 3 and 4. The vast majority of my deaths came during the final 25% of the chapter with the homing eyeball. Which lets face it, you knew it was coming as the boss of this chapter well beforehand.

It got slightly frustrating at times carrying Theo, but it was still a fun chapter. I just enjoyed the chiller vibe that was present prior to the last segment.

I managed to find the cassette tape. Meanwhile, Ive only located one crystal heart and I couldnt figure out how to get it. Ill have my work cut out for me later.

Trophy 8/31 - In the Mirror - Complete Chapter 5

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wallmasterz
01/13/20 9:23:45 PM
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I drink, mostly. And get mad at people on the internet.

Relatable.

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Nelson_Mandela
01/14/20 1:29:27 AM
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I have no idea how people find the A-side hearts without a guide. Some are insanely esoteric.

Also prepare for one of the best boss battles in gaming history soon!

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wallmasterz
01/15/20 7:52:44 PM
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Chapter 6 - Reflection

Strawberries: n/a
Deaths: 172
Time: 1:37:20:044

I think this is the last screen of the boss fight! - me, approximately 7 screens away from the end of the boss fight

Yeah, that boss fight was really good. Im not sure it would achieve best ever status for me, but there definitely was nothing wrong with it and my biggest takeaway was how damn fun it was.

I knew there were no strawberries in this level and honestly, I think I felt a bit more relaxed not worrying about strawberries. Maybe I shouldve just cruised through all the chapters at first since clearly Id have to revisit them all for various things Id missed anyway.

DOUBLE DASH GET. Er, or whatever that is. Pink hair Madeline is too powerful for you fools. I wonder if Ill get to keep this power when I go back to earlier chapters? Im guessing no.

As usual, really dug the art style and music in this chapter. As far as chapters go, this game doesnt have a clunker in the bunch. Im hoping that continues with a strong finish.

Trophy 9/31 - Reflection - Complete Chapter 6

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wallmasterz
01/17/20 9:40:41 PM
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I made it to the chapter 3 part of chapter 7 last time I played. Ill finish chapter 7 this weekend and start my 100% sweep of chapter 1.

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wallmasterz
01/18/20 10:06:31 AM
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I was a bit confused just now when I found a single hidden gem in the chapter 3 part of chapter 7. I looked it up out of curiosity and learned its purpose for chapter 7. Kind of spoiled that for myself but I didnt look at the locations or anything.

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Nelson_Mandela
01/18/20 10:35:23 AM
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wallmasterz posted...
I was a bit confused just now when I found a single hidden gem in the chapter 3 part of chapter 7. I looked it up out of curiosity and learned its purpose for chapter 7. Kind of spoiled that for myself but I didnt look at the locations or anything.
Yeah that one is a ridiculous gauntlet

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wallmasterz
01/18/20 1:14:10 PM
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Am I supposed to collect all those without dying to get what they lead to? >_>

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Nelson_Mandela
01/18/20 2:27:09 PM
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wallmasterz posted...
Am I supposed to collect all those without dying to get what they lead to? >_>
Haha no way, you can die. Only the golden strawberries really require that kind of flawlessness.

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wallmasterz
01/18/20 2:33:43 PM
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Thank god. Otherwise I wouldve been passing.

Im enjoying this game enough to do more content beyond the main story but I really doubt Ill pursue the golden strawberries. That seems more frustrating than fun.

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skullbone
01/18/20 4:14:44 PM
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Yeah thankfully the platinum trophy doesn't require the golden strawberries

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wallmasterz
01/19/20 11:33:41 AM
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Chapter 7 - The Summit

Strawberries: 22/47
Deaths: 534
Time: 5:03:54.693

Whew lads. The Summit is definitely a fitting final chapter*, due to length, difficulty and taking elements from all the previous chapters. Despite dying the most in this chapter I actually found it enjoyably challenging rather than annoyingly hard, which I realize may change as I delve into the post-game (if thats fair to say) content. But yeah, experiencing all the gameplay mechanics and chapter gimmicks in small bursts like that was a lot of fun. Nothing got old.

I found the narrative genuinely touching. The conclusion of Madelines story - I think? - was really satisfying. Im about to dive into the epilogue, poke around in chapter 8 until I cant proceed, then go back to chapter 1.

Edit: oh, the epilogue is just that cutscene. Never mind.

Trophy 10/31 - Strawberry Medal - Collect 80 Strawberries
Trophy 11/31 - Celeste - Climb Celeste Mountain

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wallmasterz
01/19/20 11:35:46 AM
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Totals thus far for anyone interested. Again, Im not sure the time total tells us much, but the deaths are certainly accurate.

Chapters 1-7 - First Run

Strawberries: 87
Deaths: 1905
Time: 19:14:46.815

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wallmasterz
01/19/20 11:46:44 AM
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Well I wanted to explore chapter 8 even though I knew I wouldnt get very far. It didnt take long to reach the four heart barrier.

Right now I have zero so

Back to chapter 1 I go!!

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wallmasterz
01/19/20 11:48:19 AM
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Oh my god theres mid-chapter checkpoints that show you how many strawberries youre missing and where the b-side cassettes are, yes

I was already feeling good but Im more excited to do this now.

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wallmasterz
01/19/20 12:13:12 PM
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White purple blue red purple yellow

These damn birds likely have some significance but touching them and dashing into them isnt doing much for me, that I can tell. I wouldnt be surprised if they have to do with the crystal heart in this level. Maybe Ill just come back.

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wallmasterz
01/19/20 12:55:32 PM
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Chapter 1 - A-Side - 100% Complete

Strawberries: 20/20
Deaths: 150
Time: 1:39:34.922

Random thoughts:

  • Ugh Im mad I looked up the solution to the crystal heart. Relatively simple! Im going to try to get the others on my own, lets see if I can. This was the first time I looked anything up.
  • Oh hi Theo. I totally missed that Theo sighting the first time around.
  • Im a lot better at finding strawberries now. I wasted time looking for the b-side cassette at the start of a segment before checking the map and realizing that the cassette is listed before strawberries for each chapter, and that doesnt mean it appears before any strawberries
Trophy 12/31 - Pointless Machines - Collect the Crystal Heart in Chapter 1

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skullbone
01/19/20 5:28:42 PM
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I wouldn't feel too ashamed about looking up crystal hearts, some of them are pretty tough

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