Ultimately, Getting Over It is a test of your own limits. Whether you reach the top or stay at the bottom, the game is designed to leave you with a different perspective on "getting over" the digital and physical hurdles in your life.
: Unlike most modern games that reward every small action, Getting Over It provides a "subtle taunt" through its difficulty. When you fall, Bennett Foddy’s recorded voiceover muses on the nature of disappointment, quoting philosophers and discussing his own design choices. Ultimately, Getting Over It is a test of your own limits
: The most active parts of the community, including those who use Giant Hammer mods or speedrun timers, typically require the official Steam directory to function correctly. Ultimately, Getting Over It is a test of your own limits