Undertale

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  1. Fliff
    Jan 24, 2016
    10
    There are a lot of troll reviews, let that be a testament to how incredible this game is. Of the indie darlings it is easily the most unique in story and character.
  2. Sis
    Jan 15, 2016
    10
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  3. Ayvalon
    Nov 16, 2015
    8
    This game is a reminder of what's possible for an indie game. It demonstrated a lot of wit in its design, though its antique graphics and control scheme are still a detriment, though no more can be expected from an indie developer with such limited resources. A very interesting game to say the least with a lot of content and replay value.
  4. mkrabon
    Jan 17, 2016
    10
    I had very high expectations for Undertale when I first went into it, which is worrisome, because this usually results in disappointment. However, it turns out that the plot, music, environment, characters, metacommentary, combat, humor, and immersion of this game STILL exceeded my expectations. Honestly a masterpiece, and my most recommended game of all time.
  5. brightestabyss
    Jan 12, 2016
    10
    Undertale is a game you should buy. That's all I can say and it's best if you go completely blind.

    There's a minimum 150 character limit for these things so... just fulfilling it with this sentence.
  6. Rman336
    Jan 23, 2016
    10
    Phenomenal game all around. Everything from the characters, to the writing, to the art, to the soundtrack, it's all just unbelievably wonderful. A must play.
  7. Hatak3_Kitsun3
    Jan 8, 2016
    10
    When i had heard about it i was loving fnaf at the time.... i thought it was just some stupid old pc game, but when i went to check it out...I had never felt so wrong about a game. The story, the characters, it was amazing. The way you fight enemies and having the chance to show them mercy is amazing, and you act as well? im loving it, you can take different routes and side-steps alot ofWhen i had heard about it i was loving fnaf at the time.... i thought it was just some stupid old pc game, but when i went to check it out...I had never felt so wrong about a game. The story, the characters, it was amazing. The way you fight enemies and having the chance to show them mercy is amazing, and you act as well? im loving it, you can take different routes and side-steps alot of the stuff that holds rpgs back..Undertale is a masterpiece, and i hope Toby Fox will make a sequel.… Expand
  8. templar1998
    Jan 16, 2016
    10
    I Played many Tsukuru Game, But This Is The Best Tsukuru Game In The World. Certainty.
    I hope this great game is created, a lot of the future.
    E A Sports. Undertale!
  9. If91
    Jan 18, 2016
    10
    I will be simple and short. I have been playing games for sixteen years at least. But this is the only game that i can ever admit made me cry at the end.
  10. kakatua
    Feb 4, 2016
    10
    undertale is much more than a game, it is a beautiful experience to teach you many values, A MASTERPIECE, soundtrack, gameplay .
    maybe miss the graphics , but it does not matter anyway is an indie .
  11. Tonifero31
    Apr 12, 2016
    10
    I don,t have nothing to say about this game only if you have not played yet you deserve to get hit a stab in the back **** stupid Buy Now, why are you readind this? go !
  12. xacaco
    Feb 26, 2016
    10
    I think it's almost impossible to have played the game fully, and not be in love with it. The story is not the core of this game, but the way it's told and all the charismatic characters make together the most special game I've ever played. And the graphics perfectly fit the kind of game UNDERTALE is.
  13. PowerUnlimited
    May 9, 2017
    10
    i have never played a game this good before, i always dreamed of a comedic yet at the same time serious game. Undertale is a fantastic game that everyone has to play before they die. yes i am aware of the people that hate the game and/or the fanbase, but a fanbase is not part of the real gaming experience + those people who dislike the game and/or the fanbase are just jealous meani have never played a game this good before, i always dreamed of a comedic yet at the same time serious game. Undertale is a fantastic game that everyone has to play before they die. yes i am aware of the people that hate the game and/or the fanbase, but a fanbase is not part of the real gaming experience + those people who dislike the game and/or the fanbase are just jealous mean disgusting people. we here at PowerUnlimited think that those people should just go and **** themselves. if Undertale doesn't get the 10/10 on Metacritic that it deserves then there are just too many people that hate this game and are just teens that nut every hour of the day to overwatch hentai.… Expand
  14. Skorch
    Dec 5, 2015
    10
    When I first saw Undertale, I didn't care about it.
    I managed to completely avoid the hype.
    I managed to completely ignore everything related to it. - Up until 2 Days ago, when I stumbled over the game on Steam, gave myself a little boost and bought it. - Oh boy, did I miss something. - SKORCH'S VIEW ON STUFF - - TODAY: UNDERTALE - - Developer: tobyfox Price: 9,99€ / 9.99$ /    When I first saw Undertale, I didn't care about it.
    I managed to completely avoid the hype.
    I managed to completely ignore everything related to it.
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    Up until 2 Days ago, when I stumbled over the game on Steam, gave myself a little boost and bought it.
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    Oh boy, did I miss something.

    - SKORCH'S VIEW ON STUFF -
    - TODAY: UNDERTALE -

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    Developer: tobyfox
    Price: 9,99€ / 9.99$ / £6.99
    Platform: PC (Steam)
    Genre: JRPG
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    Before I start, please Note:
    Going into Undertale the only thing I knew in Advance was that in order to get the good Ending you needed to resolve every encounter in the game peacefully.
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    First impression:
    Well, at first the game just seemed rather average, although it's unique look appealed to me.
    The Combat was, of course, very easy at this point and I already got the impression that peacefully resolving everything in this game will be challenging, frustrating, but fun nonetheless.
    That impression changed when I got out of the "Tutorial" and met Sans and Papyrus.
    Suddenly the game threw fantastic, funny and, if you dig a bit, deep Characters at me.
    At this point in the game there is no big story arc yet, so you just take whatever the game delivers to you.
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    And let me tell you:
    What it delivers is nothing short of amazing.
    But....Sorry fellas, if you're you want to know more about the story, go buy the game.
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    So let's continue.
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    Some might say that this game is having minimalistic, even horrible Graphics, and you know what?
    That's true.
    Does it matter?
    Not at all.
    This game is so charming to just look at. The Character Models are all well made as well as all the environments in the game.
    The Sound design is really fitting too. Even though the Characters don't have actual voices, the tone that they make while speaking is giving you a good impression how it would sound like if they got Voice Actors.
    That way though, everyone is giving them they're own voice, which makes the experience more personal.
    Kudos also to the environmental sound design since it does it's job really well.
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    Talking about Kudos
    You know what else deserves Kudos? It's Soundtrack.
    It features over 100 (!) tunes and is nothing but amazingly well made.
    They match every situation in the game and can make you happy, angry or sad.
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    Let's get puzzled.
    This game has "puzzles."
    Quotations because most of the time it aren't really puzzles in the way a fully fledged puzzle game would present them to you, but in a way that is understandable for everyone.
    They even have an explanation to why there even are puzzles that is chained to the story in some way though, so not giving that away. - A quick look at the game's Inventory System. You can carry a certain amount of items, which can be found in the environment or be bought from traders. Other way around you can also sell stuff you found for gold, from which you buy more items etc. In some places in the world you can find boxes in which you can store said items. These boxes are all linked together so you have a lot of room for items. - These items also include: Weapons and Armour. Throughout the game you can find all sorts of these. All of them naturally serving a different purpose, with they're different stats. Even if you play peacefully, equipping a weapon can get you a nice bonus like an HP Regeneration every Round. - Fists up, let's talk combat! The combat is really fun. It's best to be compared to bullet hell games, where there is just a ton of **** trying to hurt you from every direction. Fear not though, it's far from being that hard or simple. Let me explain: When you run into a fight the game offers you four different options. - Fight - Act - Items - Mercy If you choose to fight, you damage will depend on you equipped weapon. The game will then flip into a sort of hit-the-button-at-the-right-time type of thing. Basically you have to hit one of three lines to deal damage, otherwise you miss. Act is where the peaceful part comes in. Depending on the enemy, you can persuade you enemy into not wanting to attack you anymore or to check it's stats. Items is pretty self-explanatory. From there you can view you Heal-Items. Mercy only applies to the peaceful players and after persuading. From here you can mercy your enemy and let them go which will result in no EXP gaining. After each action the bullet hell begins. You'll have to doge a wide variety of really creative things in order to not get killed. Whether you're flying while doing so, or jumping, it's really fun and challenging. (It can be frustrating sometimes though) - - I could talk about this game so much longer, but I'm running out of Characters ._. I'll close the review with a clear recommendation to buy this game. It has Charm. It has good Characters, It has a good Story which expands below it's surface and is actually very dark. It breaks the 4th Wall within the story. Is it flawless? No. Do these flaws disturb the experience? No. - That's why Undertale gets a 10/10 from me. - (First Review :3) -    … Expand
  15. PrimeProjectors
    Jan 15, 2016
    9
    This review has little to no spoilers but please, please go play the game, fair warning. This games explosion with audiences is similar to that of Portal. In fact the game themselves have some relation. A silent protagonist travels, solves puzzles, while being kept somewhere against his/ her will, and finding that an evil rules over.... Yeah I can't get the Portal connection out of myThis review has little to no spoilers but please, please go play the game, fair warning. This games explosion with audiences is similar to that of Portal. In fact the game themselves have some relation. A silent protagonist travels, solves puzzles, while being kept somewhere against his/ her will, and finding that an evil rules over.... Yeah I can't get the Portal connection out of my head. Looking even further at this we see Portal being incredibly innovative and creative with the standards of FPS's. And Undertale being incredibly innovative with RPG's. There is also a mimetic sequence in both games where a character talks about a food, and that sequence won't stop being talked about in real life. Also both these games have endings that will make you reconsider what a videogame can truly mean. I'm an avid suffer of juvenoia, and love believing that the age I live in is the ultimate age of gaming, so with that in mind I would like to propose the notion that games like these are the equivalent to what Citizen Kane and 2001: A Space Odyssey meant to movies. Again this is a mere opinion from someone who isn't a devote follower of the industry. I understand that this may be just a product of the times, but the amount of people who love the game so fast shows something. These games seem to have confirmed that they are classics at the bare minimum, only time will reveal how they hold up. This review has been 40% review, and 60% pretentious speculation, you're welcome.A game that wasn't really seen as something that would leave a huge impact, but did so regardless is a game worth talking about. I feel that the lack of pressure to churn out perfection is what lead to, as many people say, perfection. I wouldn't go so far as to call it perfection but it certainly works for what it wants to be. It seems like Undertale was made by people who never knew about movies, TV, or books because all the comedy in this game comes from sheer interactive choices. The timing is also great, even though you choose the next sequence, the game does so much to make dialogue and interactions last a long time. The gameplay kept me invested and truthfully I felt very moved by the ending. Everyone has said this but I do feel that the fact that it was our decisions that ultimately led to the creation of our relationship with this world makes it all the more sweeter. If you just showed a predetermined course where the character goes, you lose some of the impact because it becomes less personal. This truly is a game that only works as a videogame, which shows the true beauty in this game.… Expand
  16. primegamer
    Jan 27, 2016
    10
    this game is awesome the soundtrack is EPIC the bosses are hard awesome gameplay many finals good characters simple this game is a big work by part from toby fox
  17. Velsu
    Jan 13, 2016
    10
    Amazing game. It touches Your soul and makes You think a little differently about life. If You can ignore the fact that graphics are hardcore retro and give this game a chance You will understand what i mean.

    Also one of the best Soundtracks i have ever heard in my life. Finally something good in the sea of all those crappy plain "AAA" title's that are all almost the same with super    Amazing game. It touches Your soul and makes You think a little differently about life. If You can ignore the fact that graphics are hardcore retro and give this game a chance You will understand what i mean.

    Also one of the best Soundtracks i have ever heard in my life.

    Finally something good in the sea of all those crappy plain "AAA" title's that are all almost the same with super cinematic mainstream gameplay.

    It's a little pity people like to troll and leave negative feedback for this precious gem but i hope a Gamer God will have mercy upon their poor souls and will bestow fair judgement in their afterlife.    … Expand
  18. Oinga
    Feb 1, 2016
    10
    Wow! This is a great game full of adventure and things like that. There are a lot of fun characters in this game, and I personally think that everyone should buy this game.
  19. kettle
    Jan 18, 2016
    10
    The fandom sucks. The game doesn't.

    Undertale was my favourite game of 2015 as it captured every single aspect of a charming rpg and fleshed it out to perfection. It is best if you experience it yourself.
  20. akramindonesia
    Jan 13, 2016
    10
    this game is very good, despite the graphics is bad, this game is really really incredible, the soundtrack, plot, character etc. is very good, This game creates sincerity heart for those who play it, and very well without spoilers, this game is full of inspiration and life lessons besides a very unique story plus an attractive soundtrack, this game deserves to be one of the best games in 2015
  21. DJBayside
    Jan 23, 2016
    10
    The game is absolutely phenomenal. There are so many ways to play the game and receive and ending of your choice. The dialogue changes for up to about 6 or 8 times per play through! That's insane! And with up to 40 different endings all with different outcomes, this game really gives YOU the power of outcome and decision into your hands. Plus the game is riddled with mysteries and thoseThe game is absolutely phenomenal. There are so many ways to play the game and receive and ending of your choice. The dialogue changes for up to about 6 or 8 times per play through! That's insane! And with up to 40 different endings all with different outcomes, this game really gives YOU the power of outcome and decision into your hands. Plus the game is riddled with mysteries and those who data mine the game still haven't found a lot of answers. So my question is.. are you ready to have a bad time? *wink*… Expand
  22. CaptainCool420
    Jan 14, 2016
    10
    Jesus H. Christ, I love this game SO GODDAMN MUCH, just buy it on steam and play it yourself, then you'll see what i mean, oh and also dat soundtrack tho. GODDAMN!!!
  23. TitaniumDragon
    Nov 6, 2018
    10
    In recent years, there have been a few things which have been widely adored for their wholesomeness. My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic set the Internet on fire with its brony fandom, attracted to it by its positive message and general wholesomeness. Steven Universe likewise inspired many people.

    This is the world that Undertale entered, and brought into the world a very wholesome    In recent years, there have been a few things which have been widely adored for their wholesomeness. My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic set the Internet on fire with its brony fandom, attracted to it by its positive message and general wholesomeness. Steven Universe likewise inspired many people.

    This is the world that Undertale entered, and brought into the world a very wholesome roleplaying game.

    There’s one central conceit, upon all the rest of which the edifice is built – Undertale is a turn-based RPG where no one has to die. Every single enemy in the game – from random encounters to boss monsters – can be spared. You don’t have to kill anyone, and indeed, can befriend almost everyone you meet if you work at it hard enough.

    The game, then, is a very wholesome thing – it’s a game where you have the choice to be a good person or a terrible, murderous one. And if you choose to be a bad person – if you choose to murder the many goofy monsters that inhabit its world… well, it will be merciless in showing you just what an awful person you are, and how hurt everyone is by what you’re doing.

    This is a game which is on its surface very light and cheerful – there’s a large number of goofy characters, and indeed, almost everyone in the game is quite silly when you get down to it. You’ve got Toriel, a goat monster who tells corny jokes. You’ve got Alphys the hapless shut-in otaku scientist who is deeply socially inept but who tries to help you anyway. You’ve got Papyrus the skeleton, who speaks in the titular font and who has no idea how funny he is, and who gives you his phone number to try and help you out, but who mostly instead just makes terrible jokes about the areas you’re in.

    But there’s a disturbing undertone to it all. Toriel doesn’t want you to leave, and apparently has left the rest of the monsters for some reason. Alphys is depressed and not only unable to come to grips with her feelings, but has apparently failed in some disastrous way that has led her to shut herself off from the rest of society – and the further you go, the more you learn about just what happened. And Papyrus… okay, he’s just a goof. But the further you go, the more obvious that there is just something OFF about the world you’re exploring.

    There’s some real darkness lurking under the surface, with some monsters wanting to steal your powerful soul to use it to break the monsters free and overrun the human world, a talking flower who keeps encouraging you to become a murderer, and the whole fact that you *can* kill everyone in the game… if you’re a terrible person. There’s something fundamentally wrong with the world of Undertale, and yet, the people in it manage to be surprisingly wholesome anyway, with everyone having some core of goodness to them, no matter how far lost they might seem at first glance.

    This balance of humor, wholesomeness, and disturbing darkness all works together to create a very compelling package. Combined with a highly novel system where you defend yourself in the turn-based combat by dodging enemy attacks in a sort of shoot-em-up type thing that turns into something bordering on bullet hell by the end of it, and the game feels very fresh, despite being what appears to be on the surface a simple retro 8-bit turn-based RPG.

    This is a game that breaks its own rules, which integrates story and gameplay, which makes the player laugh but also makes the player love the characters and want to protect them and keep them from harm. It’s a game that makes the player CARE.

    That’s why people love it so much. The gameplay, without everything else, would only be okay. But the way that everything in this game is so tightly tied together – and the way that the game deliberately both helps and misguides the player to put them at risk of hurting the goofy inhabitants of the world – makes Undertale an experience that many people won’t want to miss.

    That isn’t to say it is perfect – it has some issues with pacing here and there, especially in the pentultimate portion of the game, where things start to drag with a long series of repetitive puzzles, and in a game as short as this is, the weak portion of the game is all the more prominent.

    But by the end of Undertale, I was filled with warm and fuzzy feelings. I felt good about completing this game – indeed, in my whole time playing video games, I think I’ve only felt this good about a game a handful of times. Portal and Portal 2. The Talos Principle. Chrono Trigger. And now this.

    And in the end, it’s hard to say that a game that made me feel this good about having played it isn’t amazing.

    If all you’re looking for is challenging gameplay, this isn’t the game for you. But if you’re someone who does like being touched by a charming (if offbeat) story and characters, you shouldn’t miss out on this.    … Expand
  24. Cyph3rPunk
    Feb 18, 2016
    9
    So I heard all the hype, and I wanted to just ignore the game. Then a good friend of mine told me "Just play the damn game, ignore the hype, and play it". I broke down two weeks ago and picked it up... and the hype is deserved. While the graphics are pretty underwhelming, and the story is slightly generic, it pays off if you replay the game and discover what lies below the surface. ASo I heard all the hype, and I wanted to just ignore the game. Then a good friend of mine told me "Just play the damn game, ignore the hype, and play it". I broke down two weeks ago and picked it up... and the hype is deserved. While the graphics are pretty underwhelming, and the story is slightly generic, it pays off if you replay the game and discover what lies below the surface. A game that was once happy and upbeat turns extremely dark for a good while.

    Pros:

    Good music
    Great Characters
    Very different combat mechanics
    Rewards searching
    Replaying the game rewards you in many different ways

    Cons

    Graphics
    True Pacifist Ending boss requires zero skill to beat.    … Expand
  25. ricklongo
    Jan 27, 2016
    9
    Whenever I hear of a quirky role-playing game, I immediately think of one of my favorite game series of all time: Earthbound (a.k.a. Mother). That series's cult following has spawned quite a few projects inspired by it, and Undertale is the latest in that club. What sets this particular title apart, however, is that it has loads of original ideas thrown in the mix, providing an experienceWhenever I hear of a quirky role-playing game, I immediately think of one of my favorite game series of all time: Earthbound (a.k.a. Mother). That series's cult following has spawned quite a few projects inspired by it, and Undertale is the latest in that club. What sets this particular title apart, however, is that it has loads of original ideas thrown in the mix, providing an experience that is honestly unlike anything I've ever played. A mere clone this is not.

    The world of Undertale is characterized by a struggle between humans and monsters. Humans, possessing stronger souls, won the war and confined the monsters to the underground. You play as a human child who inadvertently fell through a hole, finding himself stranded on monster land. From there you'll encounter a host of quirky characters in your quest to get back to the surface, experiencing some pretty great writing along the way. The musical score is also worth mentioning, as it's a superb collection of intensely hummable chiptunes.

    What makes Undertale truly unique is how it allows you leeway on how you want to go about the adventure. Every single battle you enter, from random encounters to boss fights, can be solved through non-violent means (some of which further showcase the funny writing). Deciding whether to engage in combat with any given foe can have big consequences on the storyline, too, including future interactions with new characters. If you do choose to battle, though, you'll be treated to several different real-time, minigame-like sequences that make the whole process an absolute blast.

    At around five hours from beginning to end, Undertale is short as far as RPGs go. This means, however, that the prospect of doing additional playthroughs, making different decisions along the way, becomes a lot more palatable. Right after I was done with the completely mind-blowing final boss fight, I immediately rebooted the game to start over, which really is a testament to how interesting the world and lore in the game are.

    Undertale's main flaw, in my eyes, is how sometimes the storytelling takes away from the challenge. Often you'll be faced with a seemingly awesome puzzle, only to soon realize you'll never even get to solve it, all for the sake of a punchline. Other sections are so heavy in storytelling that gameplay end up all but absent, save from button presses to switch from a block of text to the next. It helps that, like in Earthbound titles, the writing has a pretty great mixture of comedy and poignancy, with doses of plain weirdness thrown in, which in turn makes you care enough about the characters that the extended dialogue sections aren't a chore to go through.

    My main impression after finishing the game twice over is that the hype is certainly justified, as Undertale is a game that won't be easily forgotten by those who play it. Even if you're not that big on RPGs, there are enough quirks and new genuinely good ideas on display that just maybe you'll find yourself as enthralled by this curious little title as most people seem to have gotten.

    Rating: 9.0    … Expand
  26. Danniel
    Apr 16, 2017
    10
    Greatest game for ever... best characters, best location, best story, best gameplay, best design, best bosses, best fandom(no), best music, best legs, best antagonist, best dating, best endings, best Sans

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  27. brockcheese
    Dec 17, 2015
    9
    This game proves just how incredible the medium can be including art, moral choices, ethics, and overall humor infused into a simple independent rpg. Incredible.
  28. Xevon
    Dec 15, 2015
    9
    The only problem with Undertale is that it was over too soon. All things considered, that's a pretty good problem to have. If you haven't played Undertale yet, jump in headfirst and prepare yourself for one of the best games made this year.
  29. RunicDragons
    Dec 22, 2015
    10
    Undertale might be one of the most unique games I've ever played. It is a perfect example of how games don't need to look shiny or be complex to be enjoyable.
    Everything about this game is just so fresh. The soundtracks are amazing; the humor, which is a big part of the game, is spot on; the characters are so loving and interesting; and emotions run high.
    The concept of not having to    Undertale might be one of the most unique games I've ever played. It is a perfect example of how games don't need to look shiny or be complex to be enjoyable.
    Everything about this game is just so fresh. The soundtracks are amazing; the humor, which is a big part of the game, is spot on; the characters are so loving and interesting; and emotions run high.
    The concept of not having to kill anyone is a very nice thing, and all the enemies are unique and have different "standards".
    For such a "small" game, it has a lot of lore and backstory. There's no surprise that this game has been getting so much love.

    For people willing to give different kinds of games a chance, I highly recommend Undertale.    … Expand
  30. RMDsilva
    Jan 7, 2016
    8
    Aaaah... this is definitely a weird one.

    I'm usually not put off by retro graphics and gameplay, but I kept getting just a tiny bit annoyed with what the game required of me. But still, I pushed on. Most of the time, I had an awkward feeling: was I playing an RPG .... "for girls"? Little did I know, I actually had a choice. The lovey-dovey humor got to me, in the end. The ridiculous    Aaaah... this is definitely a weird one.

    I'm usually not put off by retro graphics and gameplay, but I kept getting just a tiny bit annoyed with what the game required of me.
    But still, I pushed on.
    Most of the time, I had an awkward feeling: was I playing an RPG .... "for girls"? Little did I know, I actually had a choice.
    The lovey-dovey humor got to me, in the end. The ridiculous situations, the metagame quirks... ah, this is worth exploring.

    But hey, game of the year? far from it (;
    Just a very good indie experience!    … Expand
  31. Alexiace
    Jan 9, 2016
    10
    I initially stayed away from this game, thinking it was overhyped. But oh my god was I a fool.

    I cannot think of a single thing that bothered me during the time I played this game, It is more a work of art than a game. Although if you cannot understand almost perfect gaming artistry on such a level that I shed on tears at the apparent death of a robot, then I recommend you don't play this game.
  32. phwaap
    Feb 28, 2016
    9
    While I don't share the masterpiece vibe people are throwing around about this I did find by the end that I had quite enjoyed it. Clever, fun music, bizarre environments and strange interactions made for an enjoyable experience.
  33. sscott0829tw
    Jan 12, 2016
    8
    It is hard to write a review for Undertale,cause it's like nothing I have played before.
    Unique,fun,awesome Characters and storytelling.
    Experience by yourself and you will understand~
  34. FairReview
    May 14, 2016
    10
    There will aways be haters rating the game 0/10.... There is nothing wrong with this game...

    Epic soundtrack AND matches all scenes in the game, that's very special!

    Memorable characters...Story... everything.

    No cons for me...
  35. turqouise_bluse
    Dec 13, 2015
    9
    One of those games which you cannot find very often. And never will. As I am an extreme fan of pixel art games, this one is the best 2D pixelated game. It's funny, it has a great story, interesting combat system.
  36. Rangaman
    May 3, 2017
    9
    A fantastic game with a well-written plot that seamlessly blends story and gameplay together. While the presentation may seem a bit basic, it hides a deep and emotional story full of memorable characters and set-pieces. Oh, and the soundtrack is effing great as well.
  37. 11254man
    Jun 26, 2017
    9
    I really hate useless _/10 scores, but this platform forces one, so wait until the end for a recommendation on how much you should buy it for, as I feel it to be a more accurate representation of whether the game is, you know... worth it. Undertale is an RPG/Bullet Hell hybrid, but make no mistake, it's all about the story. At the heart of Undertale is a choice system revolving aroundI really hate useless _/10 scores, but this platform forces one, so wait until the end for a recommendation on how much you should buy it for, as I feel it to be a more accurate representation of whether the game is, you know... worth it. Undertale is an RPG/Bullet Hell hybrid, but make no mistake, it's all about the story. At the heart of Undertale is a choice system revolving around killing or sparing the enemies you fight. I really like the idea behind this system, but unfortunately it doesn't ever culminate in a moment where I really don't know which option to choose (Unlike its more adult counterpart, LISA.) But past this, it has some of the best characters in a game to date, and the story tackles themes you'd never expect from this kind of game. The gameplay as well is wonderful, it changes up throughout the game, and each time it provides a unique way to explore the game's battle system. The soundtrack is really wonderful as well, and it's interesting to see motifs tie back into each other throughout the game. It's very difficult to describe a lot of the specifics of this game without spoiling them, but take my word when I say it's worth every cent of it's $9.99 price tag, and then some.… Expand
  38. BlazinBlitzer
    Apr 10, 2016
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What a game! It takes real, I mean REAL talent to even get something like a 9 on my list. Yes, I know, I have Minecraft, Super Mario Maker, at the time of this review, a 9 as well, and The Incredibles at a 10, but that doesn't matter, what matters now is the game.

    I came into this game blind with no expectations whatsoever. Now, just to warn you, I have only fully played through the game once. I have attempted to replay it, but I decided not to finish it because the dialogue wasn't changed enough in the other endings enough to really give it that much replay value TO ME that is which is why I don't consider that a flaw because the replay value in this game is optional, according to the player.

    The game is not without it's flaws. The weird looking little boy that always praised Undyne needed more character depth and a less abrupt finish to his existence in the game. I always felt that he could have been used as a turning pont in any of the endings and was cast out as nothing. Another thing that was wrong were the blue signs on the wall (especially during the Undyne arc) that told you about the history of humans and monsters that was either: told at the intro, or told by characters, especially toward the end. There are also certain treasures and secrets that are so obscure, that you have no motivation to find out any information about them. Especially at the beginning of the game, there are certain hints from signs or characters about a random statement that I expected to be remembered for an oncoming puzzle, but I got a little angry when they just turned out to me meaningless jokes most of the time.

    On the contrary, there are soooooooo many pros in the game. The humor was great and unique for an RPG. Storytelling was fantastic, I was enticed in every single moment offered at me. The CHARACTERS, the characters were SO well done. I liked something about every character in the game, an accomplishment not many can pull off. Some people found the gameplay boring and uninspired, but I didn't. I loved the gameplay, it was unique and so fun that I kept playing against the same bosses over and over again, even when they take 10 tries to beat (Asgore, I'm looking at you). The music is what drove the game inside the game. It made the atmosphere and the OST was PHENOMENAL. It either made me somber, nostalgic, or pumped at the right moments, possibly the best soundtrack of the decade. With that being said, the best thing about the game had to do with me in reality.

    I got the neutral ending of the game. Not that that mattered anyways, I felt like a shameless/selfish monster when I was through with my first playthrough.

    I got the neutral ending only because I didn't kill the gelatin creatures, the Whimsuns, or Asgore. THAT'S IT. That means I killed Toriel, Papyrus, Undyne, Mettaton, Muffet, and everyone else. The first three were REALLY regretful, especially Papyrus. I found out he was innocent when his death was just, like his life, a joke, and it hit me harder than for most players. Anyways, when I decided to spare Asgore, I thought all of the killing I did could somehow be forgiven by Sans and especially Alphys (Favorite character of the game, I had a really odd crush on her by the end). BUT NOPE, all hope for anything dies out, and you don't really know what happens to your character, but I didn't care about my character anymore because I hated him/myself.

    That's why I praise this game so much in that aspect; it's to give you a strong feeling of yourself. Doesn't matter what feeling, but something that makes you alive. Not many video games claim that achievement.    … Expand
  39. Pooker107
    Jan 21, 2016
    8
    I liked this game but feel people are forgetting it is an Earthbound knock off. That being said, Earthbound was a good game, so I recommend giving this a try.
  40. AsianJanelle
    Dec 16, 2015
    10
    • Despite the graphics that look meh at first glance, they still convey the messages effectively
    • This game makes you care about the characters, and they really care about you as well
    • It can be the most heartwarming game ever
    • It could also morph into a horror game where you are the monster
    • Seriously a skeleton will cook spaghetti for you what more would you need?
  41. Sir_Swag117
    Dec 17, 2015
    9
    This is a really good game. I hate to be caught up with the crowd, but I recommend getting it. I've played it. Immensely satisfying, considering the game caters to most personalities. Even the murderers. NOTICE: NOT A FANBOY OR SOME **** LIKE THAT!
  42. gummyfishies
    May 12, 2016
    9
    Okay let's be honest here for a second.Undertale is undoubtebly one of the most contoversial game since a long time.I have one major problem with what people say about it in general
    First of all , you have to know that you need to finish Undertale to completely get what it has to offer
    This is not a game that is supposed to be THE BEST GAME EVER (as some people would say) from the very    Okay let's be honest here for a second.Undertale is undoubtebly one of the most contoversial game since a long time.I have one major problem with what people say about it in general
    First of all , you have to know that you need to finish Undertale to completely get what it has to offer
    This is not a game that is supposed to be THE BEST GAME EVER (as some people would say) from the very beginning .It plays with what the player knows about RPGs and games in general , but you have to finish it at least twice to really get it and say whether you like it or not .I've seen so many stupidely over or underrated reviews of this game by people who didn't even play it or not enough to pronounce a judgment.

    Personally, I really enjoyed my time playing it , and it don't feel like I have the perfect opinion or whatever but play it before saying good or bad things about it . ^^

    Oh yeah and the fandom sucks a lot , it's really impressive    … Expand
  43. ultrasoft
    Mar 24, 2016
    8
    I found it hard to keep playing past the first third or so of the game, which I found rather unengaging, on the whole, though I did appreciate how the game repeatedly turned video game standards and tropes on their head. I thought, 'that's kinda neat', but it didn't make for an exceptional experience.

    I persisted, playing an hour here and there. Once I had beaten Undyne and around about    I found it hard to keep playing past the first third or so of the game, which I found rather unengaging, on the whole, though I did appreciate how the game repeatedly turned video game standards and tropes on their head. I thought, 'that's kinda neat', but it didn't make for an exceptional experience.

    I persisted, playing an hour here and there. Once I had beaten Undyne and around about the time of Mettaton's arrival, I started getting into it. By the time I met Asgore, my tune had changed. I understood what the fuss was about. The emotional payload pierced me, and I thought, actually this is very good.

    I can't say it's a great game, because I didn't really enjoy playing most of it, but I have to say, it's great when it finally engages. There's a lot in it that missed with me more than hit.

    The music is excellent, and deserves a special mention.    … Expand
  44. justbeinghonest
    Dec 13, 2015
    9
    A really solid game people argue that the game play lacks but i believe that this game goes off of personal patience the characters are definitively immersive and overall a great game check it out if you love adventure filled story
  45. handOfCheese
    Dec 17, 2015
    10
    It is not often that I come off an ending I didn't want and still be so profoundly impressed by the journey I had.

    Story: 11/10 Undertale is a game that knows when to be quirky, when to be tongue-in-cheek, and when to be morbidly, unrelentingly dark and real with you. When in the end, a character asks you to think about my actions which led me to that point, I realized that my blind    It is not often that I come off an ending I didn't want and still be so profoundly impressed by the journey I had.

    Story: 11/10

    Undertale is a game that knows when to be quirky, when to be tongue-in-cheek, and when to be morbidly, unrelentingly dark and real with you. When in the end, a character asks you to think about my actions which led me to that point, I realized that my blind adherence to genre tropes have led me to chose a sociopathic decision at the very beginning...and I felt genuine remorse! In the end,I opted to finish the game on an imperfect run, thinking I would just restart - instead, the game treated me to the most disturbing finale and boss battle I ever had...AND organically enticed me to replay it the way I truly wanted to! What else? Characters are deliberately anachronistic or archetypal, with notable exceptions...but Fox manages to paint a beautiful tablou on that single dimension some characters have.

    Gameplay 9/10

    Within the limitations of a retro RPG engine, the big names of the industry struggle to innovate. Toby Fox doesn't struggle - he embraces the limitations and combines a challenging bullet hell mechanic with a standard turn based system. My recommendation for all new players is to forget about the EXP bar, as battles offer a purely skill-based and not loot/EXP-based alternatives. Puzzles are somewhat of a stumbling block, in that it takes a while for them to become a mechanic, rather than a spoof of adventure game puzzles.

    Music - 10/10

    Bonetrustle, Muffet's theme, Megalovania...my God, the music is so good in this!

    Final score: 10/10 - A MUST PLAY AND A MUST HAVE!!!    … Expand
  46. UTGenocide_Cece
    Dec 17, 2015
    10
    Undertale isn't so much as a game as it is a story, an experience, and a very amazing tale. The pixelated style is amazing, and the scenes are so well-thought out. Depending on what route you take, you get so many different dialogues. One choice can change the whole game, and not just for that one time you play it, but many times after that. Undertale left the biggest mark on me out of allUndertale isn't so much as a game as it is a story, an experience, and a very amazing tale. The pixelated style is amazing, and the scenes are so well-thought out. Depending on what route you take, you get so many different dialogues. One choice can change the whole game, and not just for that one time you play it, but many times after that. Undertale left the biggest mark on me out of all the games I've played, and it really does deserve it's spot on this site.… Expand
  47. AmpedUpAmpharos
    Jan 26, 2016
    8
    This game is probably my favorite game of all time, but I only give it an 8/10. I have other games that I rate higher, but the reason for this is simple. Undertale has the best writing I've seen in a game. Unlike other games It keeps itself balanced. It stays humorous and funny, but staying serious when in it needs to be all while making you feel either disturbed or heart felt. But myThis game is probably my favorite game of all time, but I only give it an 8/10. I have other games that I rate higher, but the reason for this is simple. Undertale has the best writing I've seen in a game. Unlike other games It keeps itself balanced. It stays humorous and funny, but staying serious when in it needs to be all while making you feel either disturbed or heart felt. But my reason for detracting a few points is mainly the game play. Now please don' for this hate on me, but I found the game play very lacking in Undertale. The puzzles were just filler for the most part. The only thing that made them enjoyable was the dialogue and writing Included in them. There were only a handful of good puzzles in the game, and they were short lived. The battle system isn't great either. Don't get me wrong I love fighting the enemies especially on a pacifist run, but the only reason for that is the writing. Other than that all the enemies are mostly just pushovers with uninspired attacks. The only good enemies were at endgame, they were a real challenge. In end I think Undertale is a wonderful game with amazing characters, a great soundrack, and the best writing ive ever seen, but it doesn't live without its flaws. Even if it is my favorite game of all time I do penalize it for some lacking game play. If they had done more with the enemies similar to what they had done with bosses then I would rate this game for more than what it is currently worth.… Expand
  48. matanuva
    Jan 10, 2016
    10
    Awesomeness of awesome will always be awesome awesomess awesome and wadhawe FUK THIS IS AWESOME.Awesomeness of awesome will always be awesome awesomess awesome and wadhawe FUK THIS IS AWESOME.Awesomeness of awesome will always be awesome awesomess awesome and wadhawe FUK THIS IS AWESOME.
  49. Retarded_Dinoz
    Jan 7, 2016
    10
    If you like Earthbound, and it's humor, and the entire series of RPGs on the SNES, then you will like this fantastic new game. even with crazy humor, it has a wildly entertaining story, allowing it to become one of the greatest games of recent times.
  50. Mariuxszas
    Jan 8, 2016
    10
    This game reminded me of the book Ready Player One, because of the many easter eggs in it, and the responses to every different player action just amazes me. Never have I seen such a game. I think i'm in love.
  51. MartinCro
    Jan 9, 2016
    10
    I was yust finished this game and all i can say this is the best newer game i have ever played that story is so good you will enyoy it im beging creators of this game to make more games like this
  52. mikethejust
    Jan 10, 2016
    10
    A friend recommended me this game after I told him I received a $20 steam card for Christmas. I previously had only seen the cover of this game when scrolling through the Steam store. My friend told me all about the revolutionary spin on turn based combat, the unique characters, the moral choices, the witty and often subtle humor, and the emotional gripping story.
    So after hearing him    A friend recommended me this game after I told him I received a $20 steam card for Christmas. I previously had only seen the cover of this game when scrolling through the Steam store. My friend told me all about the revolutionary spin on turn based combat, the unique characters, the moral choices, the witty and often subtle humor, and the emotional gripping story.
    So after hearing him ramble on and on about the splendor of this game, I bought it.
    When I first began the game I didn't know what to expect. I enjoyed the atmosphere and simplistic, yet nostalgic art style and the characters I encountered. The story was very lighthearted as I explored the pleasant underground world. The feels built up heavily inside of me in the most unexpected times. I found myself talking to every single NPC in order to experience more of the slight humor. And the music. Oh the music. I can't even begin to explain the beauty of the music and how it matches so perfectly to the moments you find yourself in the story. The entire journey was entertaining and, while some criticize it as slow, was a very peaceful and fulfilling experience. The ending, of which there are many, which I experienced made me cry like a little baby child over the sheer beauty of it. And I have only but scratched the surface.
    It was after playing through the game which I fully grasped the scale of the profound artistry which filled the entire game by its motifs, tropes, and symbolism. The weight and moral implications of murder, even in a digital world led me to hours of philosophical reflection. The emotional grasp the game puts on you with its characters makes you care for them and understand their and all of the other monsters struggles and desperation. The often hinted ideas of what it means to truly be a "monster." The sense that you are in a world much bigger and more complex than yourself.
    I know I am rambling on, but oh man was this game the best and most refreshing title I have played in a long, long time.
    Buy this game and experience it for yourself if you are into rich, story based gameplay.
    And to indicate how much I loved this game: I made a metacritic account for the sole purpose of reviewing this game.    … Expand
  53. mikehettfield
    May 20, 2016
    9
    Despite the graphics it-s an awesome RPG, Amazing soundtrack, and most important of all, it has the true spirit of quality rpgs, highly recommendable, don-t be deceived by the estetic, i hope it gets to consoles sometime now
  54. Sylveon
    Apr 3, 2016
    8
    This game is a bit overrated, but I could see why a lot of young gamers have their hearts set on it. Undertale is definitely very charming, and quirky at the same time. The characters are a bit cliche, but the plotline of the game just conceals it all. I really hate how the story goes on so fast, and it isn't really a challenge for hardcore gamers. The game design itself is unique, sinceThis game is a bit overrated, but I could see why a lot of young gamers have their hearts set on it. Undertale is definitely very charming, and quirky at the same time. The characters are a bit cliche, but the plotline of the game just conceals it all. I really hate how the story goes on so fast, and it isn't really a challenge for hardcore gamers. The game design itself is unique, since nowadays, you won't really be expecting a 8-16 bit game to be one of the most popular games of the current decade. Undertale was based on Earthbound, a game created by Nintendo in the 1990s. The EarthBound references in Undertale are a bit heavy, but most people think its fine. I also love how there are 3 different routes, and how it's ultimately the players decision, to kill, or not to kill.

    Undertale is worth your 10 bucks. That's all I have to say.    … Expand
  55. HansomeDude
    Feb 10, 2016
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a really cool game, adding 2 new buttons that I was thinking "Why didn't they add those two buttons sooner?" Those 2 buttons are the "Act" button and the "Mercy" button.

    CAUTION: SPOLIERS AHEAD!

    This game has many, diverse bosses, from Tortiel to Papyrus to Omega Flowey, there are many jokes in the game in the game also, from the puns that Sans makes to jokes about quantum physics. Overall, great game, it's worth the $10 dollars that you use to buy it.    … Expand
  56. VeryScary
    Feb 11, 2016
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Undertale is charming, to boot, with likable characters and entertaining slapstick, but it's also emotionally controlling. That being said, it's not perfect.

    There are two main choices that appear when you encounter an enemy: Fight and Mercy. I guess this is what most call the 'gimmick,' of Undertale. Depending on which you choose, your ending will be dramatically changed. Choosing to fight and grind is frowned upon by the fanbase, and even the characters in the game. If you choose to kill every encountered enemy, and even hunt them down just for experience, you will get the Genocide ending. It's just as it sounds. You kill everything, villages are evacuated, and Gold, the world's currency, is useless because even the shops are abandoned. You are treated horribly, and to put it bluntly, just like a mass murderer.

    But then there's the Pacifist route. You get a lighthearted feel, jokes, puzzles, and make a few weird friends along the way. To get the Pacifist ending you have to somehow spare every monster you run into, often by flirting, and you'll be rewarded by what fans call the 'True ending.' This is the best ending, by far, because you, along with your friends, return to the surface.

    There are a few negatives though, as a few characters aren't ideal. The best characters in my opinion are the goat family and the skelebros. The graphics can't compare with the average games, though, but it fits the feel better than 3D graphics would. Depending on what kind of person you are, the comedy might be cringy and unfunny, and the OST might be repetitive to you. But really, it's all subjective.

    If you're looking for a different game with decent characters, by all means, get it. 10$ really isn't all that much compared to loads of other games like this one.    … Expand
  57. grimbutnot
    Mar 25, 2016
    10
    All it takes for me to remember what a great game Undertale was is one song. I cared about every character so much and now just hearing some of their themes makes me tear up a little. I have always been a completionest when it comes to these story based games. Always going back and doing the opposite of what I had the first play through. I couldn't do that in Undertale, I cared too muchAll it takes for me to remember what a great game Undertale was is one song. I cared about every character so much and now just hearing some of their themes makes me tear up a little. I have always been a completionest when it comes to these story based games. Always going back and doing the opposite of what I had the first play through. I couldn't do that in Undertale, I cared too much about these characters to hurt them. I tried it but couldn't finish. Turns out, combat is pretty difficult with tears in your eyes.… Expand
  58. Arkkon
    May 11, 2016
    10
    What can I say that hasn't already been said?

    This is a game that *needs to be a game* to tell the story the way it's intended. It uses the medium to its advantage in crafting the narrative. It would lose a lot in translation to a book or movie. It's funny, sad, thoughtful, and heartfelt. Every character is brilliantly written. Gameplay is fun and very different from most other RPGs.    What can I say that hasn't already been said?

    This is a game that *needs to be a game* to tell the story the way it's intended. It uses the medium to its advantage in crafting the narrative. It would lose a lot in translation to a book or movie.

    It's funny, sad, thoughtful, and heartfelt. Every character is brilliantly written. Gameplay is fun and very different from most other RPGs. Choices? They matter. Friendship matters. Everything matters.

    This game is incredible, it deserves everything that everyone says about it, and you will not be disappointed if you play it. Play it. Play it now. I purchase six copies for my friends, just so I could talk about it with them.

    And don't forget to say hello to your best friend, Flowey.    … Expand
  59. Adrian_ord02
    May 13, 2016
    10
    This is the best game I have never played ; MAGNIFIC songs, GREAT history, and the most important thing, the combat mechanics.
    It's a FUNNY game too.

    This game changed my point of view of this world.
  60. DLCHunters
    May 14, 2016
    10
    Everything you think is good in a game is in this game
    Comedy
    Spooks
    FANTASTIC MUSIC
    Everything you think of is just mastered into this game
    It's so **** good to see games like this come into birth and this is just perfect
    It has no downsides at all and if you dont look at graphics (They are good too) then this is just a perfect game for you
    10 / 10
  61. imnotgreed
    May 15, 2016
    10
    This is a game that when i first saw i thought "oh... a bad game..." but then started to like it, because i was only judging it by its graphics(that are better than Atari games. not the jaguar). one of the things that makes the game good is that the game lore changes for every choice you do. if you are judging it because it has bad graphics then stop doing that, because you're doing theThis is a game that when i first saw i thought "oh... a bad game..." but then started to like it, because i was only judging it by its graphics(that are better than Atari games. not the jaguar). one of the things that makes the game good is that the game lore changes for every choice you do. if you are judging it because it has bad graphics then stop doing that, because you're doing the same as judging a book by the cover. This game is not the best of all times, but it is good.… Expand
  62. BlueCatPK
    Feb 13, 2017
    10
    Since you are here looking up the reviews of this game, I assume that you know barely anything about it.
    Do yourself a favor and keep it that way. This is a game you play for the experience rather than just gameplay (although it's fine in its own right and adds an unique twist to what otherwise would be a generic turn-based RPG combat,) so if you have any interest in it, try to avoid    Since you are here looking up the reviews of this game, I assume that you know barely anything about it.
    Do yourself a favor and keep it that way. This is a game you play for the experience rather than just gameplay (although it's fine in its own right and adds an unique twist to what otherwise would be a generic turn-based RPG combat,) so if you have any interest in it, try to avoid spoilers and go into it as blind as possible.
    Some of the fanbase, in an attempt to tell you how great it is, will promptly try to spoil the game for you, in addition to telling you how you "should" be playing it and why your way is wrong. So be wary of that.
    The game isn't even that long, considering that it's an RPG, so you can easily give it multiple playthroughs (I would even say that you are encouraged to do so.)    … Expand
  63. glisenshlump
    Apr 8, 2017
    10
    this game is so beautiful it made me cry for three nights in a row, based purely on the game mechanics and storyline the game designer had an amazing soul and he has created a life changing experience to say the least please play this game if you have the chance and play it twice also please don't read about it until you finish it because this is the kind of game which will SLAY you whenthis game is so beautiful it made me cry for three nights in a row, based purely on the game mechanics and storyline the game designer had an amazing soul and he has created a life changing experience to say the least please play this game if you have the chance and play it twice also please don't read about it until you finish it because this is the kind of game which will SLAY you when it hits i swear… Expand
  64. GamerxWolf
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Unbelievably incredible.
    One of the best games I've ever played.
    The characters have a LOT of personality, even the non-important ones. The story is very easy to comprehend, and the soundtracks are very well made. Honestly, when I first saw this game, I thought it was going to be another crappy indie game, but then there was fan arts, fandoms forming about this game, so I thought    Unbelievably incredible.
    One of the best games I've ever played.

    The characters have a LOT of personality, even the non-important ones. The story is very easy to comprehend, and the soundtracks are very well made.

    Honestly, when I first saw this game, I thought it was going to be another crappy indie game, but then there was fan arts, fandoms forming about this game, so I thought I'd give it a go.

    And holy crap, I was impressed.

    I recommend this game to people who like story-based games.    … Expand
  65. Cristian126
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Its perfect, a masterpiece, this game is really incredible, their characters are unique, their have amazing scenarios, their soundtrack is the best, what has given me this game has no comparison.
  66. GiantFrisk
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i like this game this is like eartbound or Lisa but this game have a unique battle syteam that i very like it this game is hard way too hard genocide its the hardest route too play with i recomended pacifist or true pacifist route who like adventure and rpg game buy this game and play it on steam when i first see the game i think not too exidiet but when i played it i very like the game charachters and others is good this game is a hidden gem so guys played it you love it this game (flowey is an ****… Expand
  67. Wake_loms
    Apr 27, 2017
    10
    Este juego es muy hermoso, lleno de detalles y sorpresas que interactuan con el usuario que ya desearian las mas grandes producciones, no se le puede reclamar absolutamente nada excepto quizas que el protagonista no corre y recorrer el mapa es un cuan tanto tardado
  68. Ayoub_Degui
    Mar 20, 2017
    10
    This game is a peace of art, a beautiful new gaming style, and a perfect story teller.
    -- this text is written to reach the 150 characters long requirement :) --
  69. DelWolf
    Apr 19, 2017
    10
    A beautifully original take on the RPG genre, with a compelling story that will bring you to tears. It's humour is on-point, with the best set of characters in any RPG. It's fanbase can be cringey and annoying, but don't let that stop you from one of the greatest games ever made. It goes straight to my second favourite game of all time.
  70. Sansisgod
    Mar 29, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is the best game I could find on the pc. This game had puns, original characters, and amazing retro graphics. The music was amazing, this game is better than earth bound. Toby Fox, you have done me well… Expand
  71. BabyRants
    Mar 29, 2017
    10
    -Characters are 10/10
    -Story Is 9/10
    -Entertainment Is 8/10
    -The game is Long
    -All 3 endings are interesting
    It gets my 10/10 vote, honestly, it does.
  72. LuigIan
    Apr 9, 2017
    10
    Undertale is a masterpiece in almost every sense of the word, and I don't throw that around lightly
    Undertale is a marvel of interactive storytelling, using its simplicity and cartoony-retro art style to both charm, and deceive. A variety of unique, (mostly) likable, and well written characters, you'll struggle to get out of your head, makes up the amazing cast of your adventure. not to    Undertale is a masterpiece in almost every sense of the word, and I don't throw that around lightly
    Undertale is a marvel of interactive storytelling, using its simplicity and cartoony-retro art style to both charm, and deceive. A variety of unique, (mostly) likable, and well written characters, you'll struggle to get out of your head, makes up the amazing cast of your adventure. not to mention plenty, plenty! of laughs to be had. all wrapped together with tight controls and an incredibly innovative combat approach.
    Undertale is a game that masters tone, balance, fun, and intrigue.
    it still holds up, even after two whole years, and a must play for any gamer looking for the story of a lifetime!    … Expand
  73. RevenantReviews
    Apr 12, 2017
    9
    Warning: spoilers ahead. If you haven't played Undertale thoroughly yet, I suggest you don't read ahead until you have.

    Every year or two, there's an indie game that the Internet grows attached to. In 2015, Undertale was that game. From a rich story to its phenomenal soundtrack (which I still love 2 years later), this is one of my favorite games of all time. And whether you choose to    Warning: spoilers ahead. If you haven't played Undertale thoroughly yet, I suggest you don't read ahead until you have.

    Every year or two, there's an indie game that the Internet grows attached to. In 2015, Undertale was that game. From a rich story to its phenomenal soundtrack (which I still love 2 years later), this is one of my favorite games of all time. And whether you choose to take the path of a true pacifist or the "genocide" path, this game will rarely fail to entertain you in one way or another.
    Now, while this is without a doubt one of my favorite games right now, the only problems I had were that some of the characters either didn't have enough information or it was too vague (W. D. Gaster gets a pass since this was done on purpose.), particularly Chara. The vast majority of the community has been lead to believe that Chara is some sort of homicidal maniac - now don't get me wrong, I see where you're coming from with that belief - and in fact, the small (in comparison) number of people who don't believe this and in fact were against the so-called genocide path are seemingly silenced out; and we too have our fair share of evidence to lead us to our conclusion!
    The other problem is in the true pacifist ending. When you "save" Asriel, you're not given the choice or some sort of way to convince him into returning to his family. Now, had we been given that power, the true pacifist ending would be a true ending to me - Asriel getting to see his family again, and to know he'd live on the surface in the end...
    Well, other than those 2 points, I don't have much to say about it critically speaking. Great game, great soundtrack, almost worthy of calling it a 10/10. Good work, Toby Fox.    … Expand
  74. D484
    May 18, 2017
    10
    Un juego con una banda sonora impresionante, unos personajes muy carismáticos y una personalidad que habla por si sola. Un indie que da un aire fresco a los RPG y que se quedará con Final Fantasy y Chrono Trigger como uno de los mejores. Le doy un 95/100.
  75. nfcosta
    Jun 6, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogo envolvente com trilha sonora muito boa e jogabilidade excelente.
    Te faz sentir um mix de sensações a cada decisão que você toma e, obrigatoriamente, te faz zerar mais de uma vez.    … Expand
  76. Rafizans
    Aug 8, 2017
    9
    Undertale doesn't impress you the same way most games do. At a first glance, the graphics and pixelated art style can be off putting for some people, the gameplay is unconventional, and it looks like a retro game that should of been released in the 90's. However, after completing it, I had quickly become obsessed with the setting, characters, lore, and soundtrack. Undertale quickly becameUndertale doesn't impress you the same way most games do. At a first glance, the graphics and pixelated art style can be off putting for some people, the gameplay is unconventional, and it looks like a retro game that should of been released in the 90's. However, after completing it, I had quickly become obsessed with the setting, characters, lore, and soundtrack. Undertale quickly became a surprise to me and has then become one of my favourite games. The story is absolutely stunning, presenting players with both hilarious and heartfelt moments with perfect timing. All the characters are lovable, unique, and believable. It's hard to believe I'd have this much fun interacting with 2-D characters, but Undertale proved me wrong. The soundtrack is one of the most iconic I've heard; each track is unique, yet it sticks close to the theme of the game. The setting is full of life, encouraging players to explore the worlds many interesting aspects. Because of its 8-bit style, the graphics are either a hit or miss for people. In my opinion, it fits very well with the game, though it can be unimpressive at times. Because of this, the game may not appeal to everybody. In the end, Undertale is a spectacular indie game that raises the bar in storytelling and proved to me that 8-bit pixelated games are still worth playing today.… Expand
  77. Bullish
    Jun 26, 2017
    9
    Creative and quirky as hell.

    + Music is phenomenal + Battle system is very unique and never grows old + Multiple ways to go through the game giving it great replay value + Difficulty is solid + You'll never forget the final boss - There's a character who constantly calls you on the phone during a large section of the game, and boy does that get old fast - Not the best looking    Creative and quirky as hell.

    + Music is phenomenal
    + Battle system is very unique and never grows old
    + Multiple ways to go through the game giving it great replay value
    + Difficulty is solid
    + You'll never forget the final boss

    - There's a character who constantly calls you on the phone during a large section of the game, and boy does that get old fast
    - Not the best looking game visually, but you'll get over it    … Expand
  78. GSDGames
    Jun 23, 2017
    10
    I never played it, but I guess it's okay. It kinda looks like that game minecraft, and I hate mineshaft so, I don't know. Overall, a solid 10/9. Great music.
  79. TurtleTurtle
    Jul 3, 2017
    10
    This is possibly the only 10/10 review I will ever give (because I'm really picky) and I give it to a game that looks as though it crawled out of the 1980s. (although the 8-bit style will grow on you, I promise). This game is absolutely my favorite game of all time. It is fun, touching, interesting, and full to the brim with vibrancy and life. The characters feel real and the world thatThis is possibly the only 10/10 review I will ever give (because I'm really picky) and I give it to a game that looks as though it crawled out of the 1980s. (although the 8-bit style will grow on you, I promise). This game is absolutely my favorite game of all time. It is fun, touching, interesting, and full to the brim with vibrancy and life. The characters feel real and the world that they live in draws you in and makes you feel instantly at home. If you are looking for a game that will touch your heart and probably make you cry this is it.

    The strengths of this game include the writing, characters, story, and all the quirky easter eggs that the player can discover through searching. No two playthroughs are exactly alike and your choices really matter. I won't give away too much, but be careful what you say and do because your actions have consequences. ;)

    This game prides itself on breaking the violent mold of traditional RPGs where the main character leaves a trail of monster corpses in their wake. It is about mercy, love, forgiveness and bravery. The gameplay is pretty fun and the soundtrack is amazing. This is a purchase you will not regret. I give it my own personal seal of profound worth.    … Expand
  80. supwitit
    Jul 7, 2017
    10
    Go play undertale.

    No spoilers. Just go play it.

    Just go play. You can do whatever you want first playthrough. You can only do true ending on second playthrough anyway.
  81. Review123
    Aug 5, 2017
    9
    I Have No Words. This Is Better Than Minecraft, Someone Kill the haters of the game pls.
    Good Things:
    All But The Syle Is Not Good

    Bad Things:
    Old Style
  82. fdgsddg
    Aug 6, 2017
    10
    The best video game I've ever played.
  83. LasPlays
    Oct 26, 2018
    9
    La jugabilidad es buena, la banda sonora es muy buena... dura mucho el juego eso es bueno, graficos... meh y es rejugable por los distintos finales.
  84. RCruey
    Aug 17, 2017
    9
    I know some people will think I am riding the hype train with this game. But I went in blind. The only reference to the game I had was my ex who was preaching about how cool the game looked. So one Steam sale I purchased it and played through it, and oh my goodness I am glad I did. There is a lot of content for such a short game, and a lot of secrets which are still being found to thisI know some people will think I am riding the hype train with this game. But I went in blind. The only reference to the game I had was my ex who was preaching about how cool the game looked. So one Steam sale I purchased it and played through it, and oh my goodness I am glad I did. There is a lot of content for such a short game, and a lot of secrets which are still being found to this day. The story is beautiful and simple. The soundtrack is fitting yet amazing. The idea of a morality choice based on the player’s actions isn’t a new concept. It had me thinking of Silent Hill 2 with its subtle morality choice just to get an ending to the game. However knowing that our choices matter is what makes a game more immersive. However this game has drawn a colorful cult following. Which is why I usually dislike communities, they tend to ruin the experience. But I digress; this game is amazing.
    For $10 you get roughly four hours of gameplay if you don’t know where you’re going. If you do it’s shorter. The game messes with you in a way that it manipulated the save engine so that it will have you thinking something is wrong. The best way I can explain that is this; think about Eternal Darkness with its sanity meter. As it goes down strange things start to happen which confuses and freaks out the player. Toby Fox used this to his advantage. As for gameplay, it looks like a typical RPG however you have the ability to doge enemy attacks like a bullet hell shooter. You can spare or kill your enemies, attack or talk. It’s your choice. However the morality system is over hyped in this game. But it is an Indie game. So any high expectations are ludicrous at best.

    I will not ruin the story, but it is a sad yet cute one. It had my heart feeling a tad bit weak. Then I played LISA which killed my heart. So this is the light story compared to the depressing stories of RPG’s. You’ll meet a cast of loving and goofy characters. Make a ton of friends, and will have to play the game more than once to get certain endings. That’s about the only complaint I have. If you want a complete pacifist run you have to play the game twice. Sure it increases the replay value, only because you force the players to do it again.

    Anyway, if you’re looking for a game that is good for kids, cute, or just overall a time killer. I highly recommend this game. It’s not as well hyped as people make it, but it does deserve some of the praise it receives.

    Happy Gaming!    … Expand
  85. HeavyMystery
    Sep 18, 2017
    10
    Not really a huge fan of Undertale but it's still an enjoyable masterpiece!

    hghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghg
    I don't give a **** how long a review has to be!
  86. Takhilin
    Sep 20, 2017
    10
    I hadn't played this game until very recently, avoiding it because of all the hype surrounding it. Playing it now though? I am sorry I didn't play it earlier, though ESPECIALLY happy that I avoided spoilers. This game is quite simply, a masterpiece. The writing, the music, the STORY. It moved me in a way I was not expecting, and brought me to tears towards the end of the game. If you canI hadn't played this game until very recently, avoiding it because of all the hype surrounding it. Playing it now though? I am sorry I didn't play it earlier, though ESPECIALLY happy that I avoided spoilers. This game is quite simply, a masterpiece. The writing, the music, the STORY. It moved me in a way I was not expecting, and brought me to tears towards the end of the game. If you can get past the graphics, you will love every minute of it.… Expand
  87. MzMazzaire
    Dec 15, 2017
    10
    One of the funniest, goofiest, and greatest games I ever played on Steam in a lifetime. Even if you don't care about Earthbound (which this game is a tribute to btw) very much, I guarantee you'll have so much fun with Undertale.
  88. Mauron
    Feb 24, 2019
    9
    Undertale es uno de los jiegos que mejor historia tiene, es uno de los mejores juegos RPG que he visto en mi vida, que cambia totalmente la vision de un juego en si, la comunidad al hacer teorias, cobran mucho sentido y se podria decir que se hace un mejor juego, este la verdad es un juego inigualable, incluso cuando haces una linea temporal en el juego, es como si otros personajes lasUndertale es uno de los jiegos que mejor historia tiene, es uno de los mejores juegos RPG que he visto en mi vida, que cambia totalmente la vision de un juego en si, la comunidad al hacer teorias, cobran mucho sentido y se podria decir que se hace un mejor juego, este la verdad es un juego inigualable, incluso cuando haces una linea temporal en el juego, es como si otros personajes las recordaran, no es un juego tan lineal por asi decirlo tiene alrededor de 5 finales diferentes! y todos son grandiosos e inesperados, yo espero que hagan una secuela digna de el juego… Expand
  89. Natpie136
    Aug 23, 2019
    10
    Best Game of ALL TIME
    Play without spoilers
    Fandom sucks

    Masterpiece 10/10
  90. Settimo_samurai
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gioco secondo me perfetto. Regia della genocide run incredibile, giocandola ho davvero avuto l'impressione di essere il cattivo della storia.… Expand
  91. kezzyhko
    Aug 5, 2020
    9
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  92. aynnaq
    Aug 23, 2020
    10
    Vay be sen bir sahesersın UNDERTALE sana cok mınnetarım bana bu mutlulugu ve huznu yasattıgın ıcın sana gercekten cok mınnettarım
  93. ZeroMajor
    Jun 2, 2021
    10
    Its themes revolving around morality, peace, and racism are imbued perfectly into the fantastic world of Undertale, never too much, never too little. Its subtle details and simple yet challenging gameplay is what make Undertale worth checking out even by today. Now, the game is actually a horror game despite its lighthearted soundtrack, realistic characters, and fun humor, keep in mindIts themes revolving around morality, peace, and racism are imbued perfectly into the fantastic world of Undertale, never too much, never too little. Its subtle details and simple yet challenging gameplay is what make Undertale worth checking out even by today. Now, the game is actually a horror game despite its lighthearted soundtrack, realistic characters, and fun humor, keep in mind that some elements of horror are being worked into mind as it is more involved with the gameplay and exploration of the world you will immerse into. One thing I really appreciate about the game was its gameplay is especially focused on your morality, merely focused as a test to show you when you are not chained by human laws since you're going into a land of monsters, further testing your remorse and sympathy towards others in your perspective. That's what makes the game so special. Undertale is a work of art and a great example to show that games do not need high budgets or extravagant graphics to be a good game.… Expand
  94. Mercyy
    Jan 27, 2022
    10
    É um dos melhores jogos que eu já joguei a historia, dificuldade, personagens e a trilha sonora são incríveis. Mesmo o jogo sendo 2D da pra se emocionar com os personagens, como se eles realmente existissem.
  95. LPWaffleMan
    Mar 16, 2019
    8
    UNDERTALE is a satire of conventional RPGs that brings multiple laughs while simultaneously offering a story that challenges a player's perspective on characters in a video game and RPGs games as a whole.

    The excellent music, art design and story however is held back by it's simple gameplay that while intriguing at first seems to fall short of its potential.
  96. gracjanski
    Feb 15, 2019
    9
    What a humour, the best I ve ever seen in games. There are so many incredible scenes and many hints to other games or movies. This is on such a high level, that I would so much give this game a 10/10. Toby, you gave me so much joy, through your humour, thank you so much.
    The soundtrack is so good, even with such low quality. Where I heard Quiet Water the first time, I stopped playing,    What a humour, the best I ve ever seen in games. There are so many incredible scenes and many hints to other games or movies. This is on such a high level, that I would so much give this game a 10/10. Toby, you gave me so much joy, through your humour, thank you so much.
    The soundtrack is so good, even with such low quality. Where I heard Quiet Water the first time, I stopped playing, wow.

    But there are 2 big weaknesses: First of all, the gameplay is too simple. The minigames for attacking and defending are great ideas and there are many abbreviations with nice ideas, but still there should be more complex elements in the whole game. I guess the jrpg system is the problem. The many dialogs and long paths were annoying also. Yes, sometimes I had troubles to motivate to continue to play because of that, especially in the end. So for sure I didnt want to play this game again to sse the other endings.
    And second: The graphic is about 30 years old. Where is the problem to implement a graphic for example like in Secret of Mana?

    Overall: -> There are 2 elements, that are such extremely high level, on art level. But 2 elements are destroying so much.    … Expand
  97. bskierys
    Mar 31, 2019
    9
    A truly magical and heartwarming experience. At first I was sceptical as the game looks bad and feels a little childish, but after a few hours of gameplay you are starting to realise there is something charming in the bad graphics and goofy characters. You start to care about them. And if you think the story is straightforward - look for a plot twist and a lot of hints for players toA truly magical and heartwarming experience. At first I was sceptical as the game looks bad and feels a little childish, but after a few hours of gameplay you are starting to realise there is something charming in the bad graphics and goofy characters. You start to care about them. And if you think the story is straightforward - look for a plot twist and a lot of hints for players to discover in the lore of the game.
    What about the music? Please be warned as it is catchy and addictive.
    The gameplay is fairly simple and is focused about the concept of skill-based combat that is not a combat at all. Nothing special but good enought to keep you engaged while you enjoy the great story.
    To sum it up - great game and you should play it. I'm going to eat my spaghetti now.    … Expand
  98. RedLOL
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Undertale is a lesson for all games devoid of soul. Some games are interactive traps, with appealing visuals and game mechanics, but with no real connection to the player. Games like Undertale make you feel like you exist, and invite you to think of others as a complex living being like you, rather than just numbers.

    Pros: - Every character (enemies included) feels unique and    Undertale is a lesson for all games devoid of soul. Some games are interactive traps, with appealing visuals and game mechanics, but with no real connection to the player. Games like Undertale make you feel like you exist, and invite you to think of others as a complex living being like you, rather than just numbers.

    Pros:
    - Every character (enemies included) feels unique and important. No generic goblins or shopkeepers you usually get from normal RPGs.
    - The narrative is impressive. There are so many conflicts surrounding everything it feels touchable.
    - The music is amazing. It really adds to all situations.
    - All good games are all about the player. Undertale is a good game.

    Cons:
    - Gameplay-wise, you feel weightless in some battles, specially some boss battles. Some are just about re-choosing the same option, reading through the enemy's dialog and enduring the battle.
    - Some visuals aren't pleasant (it's more understandable considering this is a work from a single person, but it's still a fact).    … Expand
  99. Jozgamer
    Jan 13, 2022
    10
    Sistema de batalha invador, personagens marcantes e carismáticos, história surpreendente e cheia de reviravoltas, vou resumir tudo numa frase: você não pode morrer sem nunca ter jogado esse jogo
  100. Hakros323
    Feb 6, 2016
    9
    This isn't one of those games where you can judge just by simply looking at it. It's a game you have to actually play for yourself in order to judge it.
    This is honestly one of the best RPGS I have ever played, because it isn't your typical RPG. I loved just about everything about this game. I love the gameplay, I love the music, I love the characters, I love the story.
    It's a bit on the    This isn't one of those games where you can judge just by simply looking at it. It's a game you have to actually play for yourself in order to judge it.
    This is honestly one of the best RPGS I have ever played, because it isn't your typical RPG. I loved just about everything about this game. I love the gameplay, I love the music, I love the characters, I love the story.
    It's a bit on the short side. but it's still very great. It has a dark and emotional story with witty humor. The characters are memorable and the gameplay is fun. I would recommend if you want to play a RPG that's different, or you just like a good story.    … Expand
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#3 Best PC Game of 2015
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#4 Most Discussed PC Game of 2015
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#1 Most Shared PC Game of 2015

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92

Universal acclaim - based on 43 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 40 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 43
  3. Negative: 0 out of 43
  1. GameStar
    Jan 16, 2017
    89
    Undertale is absolutely unique. It's a RPG masterpiece full of weird characters and a moving message.
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  2. games(TM)
    Mar 4, 2016
    90
    With multiple endings based on how you choose to play out your run, set pieces that can play out very differently based on your actions and so many incredible moments that we’d love to share but daren’t do so for risk of spoiling anything, Undertale is easily one of the indie standouts of last year.
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  3. DarkStation
    Feb 23, 2016
    100
    Through a combination of often relaxed but sometimes tense gameplay, a dreamy atmosphere, and genuine characters that feel like they’re actually alive and all living together in this isolated society of longing, Undertale transcends its medium and becomes a genuinely moving experience I would recommend to anyone who is open to a sometimes sorrowful, sometimes hilarious, always bizarre and engaging emotional journey.
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