"Transcending Boundaries: A Life-Changing Journey Through Celeste"

Genevieve DeSola, a 21-year-old trans woman, shares how playing the indie game Celeste helped her realize her own transgender identity. Initially drawn to the game for its speedrunning community, Genevieve decided to pay attention to the story after a computer mishap forced her to start from scratch. She connected with the protagonist's journey of self-acceptance and saw parallels to her own experiences. Inspired by the game and the creator's own trans identity, Genevieve came out as a trans woman and began hormone replacement therapy. She encourages others to embrace and explore the emotions games can evoke, as they may lead to personal growth and self-discovery.