Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy is a gripping climbing game that aims to push its players beyond their limits. The game is a tribute to Jazzuo's 2002 B-Game classic 'Sexy Hiking'. The plot has you ascend a behemoth of a mountain with nothing but a hammer and a pot. It's an embodiment of hard work, patience, and the sheer determination to conquer the unconquerable. The premise is as intriguing as it is maddening, designed to both captivate and torment its audience. The game is like a mountaineer's voyage, regaling stories of hope, despair, elation, anger, and finally, the thrilling sense of achievement upon reaching the top.
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Your only tools for this trying journey are a hammer and a pot. Use the mouse to control movements and maneuver your way to the top.
Developer Bennett Foddy provides philosophical commentary, casting a unique light on the frustrations and challenges you are about to face.
The gameplay is an agonizing experience varying between 2 and infinity hours. This suggests that the game is far from easy, and you may lose all your progress, multiple times, only to start again from square one.
It's not just about frustration though. Master hikers who can overcome the various obstacles and reach the top of the mountain will unlock mysterious rewards and a sense of accomplishment that few games can match.
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Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy is a gem for the passionate and patient, providing an enthralling and infuriating experience in equal measure. If you enjoy pushing your limits, this game is perfect for you.
Other players have compared the adrenaline rush of finally making some solid progress in the game to summiting the Everest. One thing is for sure, it's a game that will keep you coming back, no matter how many times you fall.
