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Is Cuphead hard? Our beginner verdict

Cuphead is level 5 of 5 on our beginner scale (Tough), which makes it very hard for someone who has never played. The hardest part for a newcomer is split-second timing.

Why it is hard

• Fast boss patterns and bullet dodging.

Learning the controls

3 of 5

Moving the camera

1 of 5

Need for quick reactions

5 of 5

Consequences of mistakes

4 of 5

Amount of reading

1 of 5

Lower numbers mean fewer demands on the player. Reviews and popularity: Proven favorite.

You are probably ready when

You've finished Celeste without Assist Mode.

Games that could help you get comfortable

If you are new, these build the skills Cuphead asks for, one step at a time. You don't need to finish them all.

1. Super Mario Bros. WonderLevel 2 · Easy
2. CelesteLevel 4 · Challenging
3. CupheadLevel 5 · Tough

Settings and tips that help

'Simple' mode; play 2-player.

Where it plays

Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, PlayStation, Xbox, PC. Players: Solo or 2-player.

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