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Reviews

18 Sep 2026 · PICO-8 / Web Browser

Celeste Classic Review: Why the 30-Platformer PICO-8 Original Remains a Masterclass

Review of the original Celeste Classic developed for the PICO-8 fantasy console by Maddy Thorson and Noel Berry. Physics breakdown, dash mechanics, and speedrunning longevity.

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Reviews

18 Sep 2026 · Web Browser / Linux

Shattered Pixel Dungeon Review: The Gold Standard of Open-Source Web Roguelikes

A comprehensive review of Shattered Pixel Dungeon. Deep dive into turn-based mechanical clarity, zero pay-to-win design, and how to play it in your web browser.

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