Build up
Build up verb - Form or accumulate steadily.
Progress
Progress verb - Form or accumulate steadily.
Both terms in one sentence
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However, as you progress through the game and collect Life Jewels, you'll build up so much health that spikes end up serving as a nuisance rather than a mortal threat.
Source: Spikes of Doom - In Sonic 1, you actually had to build up momentum to progress past obstacles.
Source: Sequel Difficulty Drop
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