Golden Strawberries

Lore & Background

According to the canonical narrative, Golden Strawberries represent the pinnacle of a climber's skill and determination. They appear in every main chapter (1 through 7), distinguishing them from standard red strawberries which ARE present in the 'Farewell' DLC. The story concludes with Madeline finding peace after reaching the summit; however, there is no record of her enjoying strawberry pie with Granny and Theo as part of the official narrative.

In Their Own Story

It details her navigation through areas such as an abandoned city, a celestial resort, and an ancient temple. However, the text does not recount any specific story moments involving the collection of strawberries, nor does it describe a climber finding a "golden" variant of the fruit in a hidden alcove or being forced to make a leap of faith for one. The narrative focuses on Madeline's struggle with anxiety, her reconciliation with Badeline, and the resolution found at the summit where she shares a pie, but the specific act of hunting for red fruits is not detailed as a plot point.

Reader's Guide

The source states that chapters contain branching paths leading to optional challenges and hidden collectibles, which include strawberries. It notes that "B-side" levels are unlocked by locating hidden cassette tapes in corresponding main levels. After completing all eight B-sides, shorter but more difficult "C-side" levels are unlocked. The text mentions that the "Farewell" expansion adds a ninth chapter with no B-side or C-side and specifically states there are "no ordinary strawberries" in this new content. To access the Farewell DLC, players must download it as a free expansion released on September 9, 2019; the text does not support the claim that collecting specific fruits unlocks this chapter.

Did You Know?

• Collecting all Golden Strawberries in a chapter unlocks its B-Side variant.
• C-Side levels are unlocked by collecting all Crystal Hearts and Cassette Tapes within a specific chapter, not merely by completing B-Sides.
• Cassette Tapes are essential keys required alongside Crystal Hearts to unlock C-Side challenges.
• Golden Strawberries appear gold or yellow, contrasting with the red color of standard strawberries which can be found in every chapter, including 'Farewell'.