Undertale

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8.5

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  1. Brooksthebrook
    Oct 26, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First off, I didn't play this game myself, I watched my cousin play it and I was with him. Never the less I fell in love with this game. This game is a game where you have to play it to truly understand the sheer amazingness of it (and its not that expensive too :D) It has awesome humor with Papyrus and Sans and the Lesser Dog (That was amazing) It also has very emotional parts in it, you genuinely FEEL bad if you kill Toriel. If you are reading this, BUY THIS GAME. I have never loved a game this much since Battlefront 2. Toby Fox you are an amazing man. (Waiting for your next game!)… Expand
  2. Yabukiman
    Oct 26, 2015
    10
    Unique, amazing, and immersive as few games. This is not just a game, it's an experience. It's not that you can play it, you MUST play it. This is the kind of game that plays with your decisions and your prejudices, and gives you an unforgettable experience. In other words, go play it. You won't regret.
  3. Magnitou
    Oct 26, 2015
    10
    This is not another stupid rpg with the same story, battle mechanics, etc...all in this game fells good, the music is perfect in all the situations, the monsters and characters personality, the battle system, epic boss fights, story and secrets it offers, make this one a game you can´t avoid if you can appreciate all the value it has. Please COD/FFXIII players abstain.
  4. DragonFlayer
    Oct 26, 2015
    10
    10$ game from a random guy on a kickstarter achieves what a decade of 60$ AAA publisher games haven't been able to do

    I have been slain, this game killed me
    A+, Would cry myself to sleep again
  5. TheHM
    Oct 26, 2015
    10
    Don't let the retro graphics and indie packaging fool you. Many a kickstarter indie game have come, many have passed, and this is not one of them. Although it can be maybe a bit too simple at times, it really does have what you need to have an enjoyable, fun experience.
  6. Thonas
    Oct 27, 2015
    10
    You Played Final Fantasy games.
    Ever Wonder Why It is Called RPG Instead Of TBG?
    What Does RPG Stands For?
    Is Simple.It Stands For Role Playing Game.
    You Role Play As a Human Kid.
    Rolling Through Waves Of Emotion.
    Craving Your Own Paths And Choices.
    Destroy Or Spare.
    Undertale.
  7. tahtguy
    Oct 27, 2015
    10
    I've said this before to everyone I know, graphics do not make a game. If someone made a game that had the best graphics out of any game ever made, but you can't do anything it wouldn't be much fun. This game, as all games should, focuses on giving a unique but enjoyable game play. Without spoiling anything (this game is best when you play practically blind) this game is definitely oneI've said this before to everyone I know, graphics do not make a game. If someone made a game that had the best graphics out of any game ever made, but you can't do anything it wouldn't be much fun. This game, as all games should, focuses on giving a unique but enjoyable game play. Without spoiling anything (this game is best when you play practically blind) this game is definitely one that everyone should play, as how you play changes how everyone reacts to you. The best part of the game is the amount of detail put into everything. Each time you replay this game, you will likely find some new hidden thing, so long as you are looking...… Expand
  8. SegasWolf
    Oct 27, 2015
    10
    A game in which knew not wait. I finally found persoanjes cute , story , graphics and sensillar songs. But they are still impressive .

    You can not go cataloged graphic , as an old player I am . I lived eight bits having a single console until today. This game is to play and enjoy the story . It has many loose ends and many mysteries. But that's what makes it interesting in its own    A game in which knew not wait. I finally found persoanjes cute , story , graphics and sensillar songs. But they are still impressive .

    You can not go cataloged graphic , as an old player I am . I lived eight bits having a single console until today.

    This game is to play and enjoy the story . It has many loose ends and many mysteries. But that's what makes it interesting in its own way of being.

    No I recommend it to people looking graphics or action or something more " generic " .

    This game breaks the fourth wall and put aside everything that generic peudes find in the genre "RPG " common.

    A great game in a single package, highly recommended.    … Expand
  9. kajun23
    Oct 27, 2015
    10
    Work of art. Never felt anything so deeply for pixels on a screen. People who research too much probably don't get what they hoped for, so DO NOT research much, just trust the scores and play Undertale.

    It's better than Earthbound, which has a lot of grind and the jokes get a bit boring (and then the game is a bit weird at the end - still like Earthbound though). In Undertale, the    Work of art. Never felt anything so deeply for pixels on a screen. People who research too much probably don't get what they hoped for, so DO NOT research much, just trust the scores and play Undertale.

    It's better than Earthbound, which has a lot of grind and the jokes get a bit boring (and then the game is a bit weird at the end - still like Earthbound though). In Undertale, the makers continually screw with you and your expectations built from the history of RPGs, which is awesome. I couldn't try playing another MMO without thinking about this game.

    The negatives seem to be about simple puzzles - they miss the point - the puzzles were just a navigation, a way point. This is not a game about nostalgia but about challenging your expectations. In a way, your game play will also give you a reflection of yourself. Other negs: the trailer tells you a superficial (but necessarily superficial) view of the game. The graphics are simple, but you get used to them. A good book is not based on its typeface, and a good game shouldn't be based on graphics.    … Expand
  10. SuperAtomicKat
    Oct 27, 2015
    10
    This game combines the lovable atmosphere of Earthbound with the "Total Kills equals Different Outcomes" Mechanic of Dishonored. At its base its another RPG but with numerous outcomes and a very entertaining combat system the game makes you want to play this game over and over trying to unravel it's secrets.
  11. LostCauseTV
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    I'm going to try to keep this as brief as I possibly can. I came into this game with a /very/ skeptical stance on it. There was a huge amount of hype about it on the internet, so I figured i'd check it out. I was not ready for the impending emotional roller coaster this game was going to put me through. The game is damn-near perfect in all aspects. The characters, the music, the game-play,I'm going to try to keep this as brief as I possibly can. I came into this game with a /very/ skeptical stance on it. There was a huge amount of hype about it on the internet, so I figured i'd check it out. I was not ready for the impending emotional roller coaster this game was going to put me through. The game is damn-near perfect in all aspects. The characters, the music, the game-play, all of it. If you're even remotely interested in picking up this game I highly suggest you do so. Also, don't allow anything to be spoiled for you, just dive into the game and experience it all yourself. Undertale is one of my favorite games I've played in recent years, I hope you enjoy it just as much as I did.… Expand
  12. amateurhour
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    This game is completely revolutionary. It redefines the concept of a video game, and pokes fun at the common trends in modern day RPGs. Never before have I resonated so closely with any character in a video game. PLAY THIS GAME!
  13. total-turtle
    Oct 29, 2015
    10
    My GOTY. It's so unique and has its own flair that I haven't really seen from any other game in a long time. I recommend Undertale to anyone that truly wants a journey, and an amazing one at that.
  14. FFLabo
    Oct 29, 2015
    10
    I'm even not good at English, but it came to really impressed by this game.

    this game is very well-designed. this is a not like a AAA Games.
    This is not the talk about 'AAA' or 'Epic' games. Just a Pure emotions.
  15. annafalaxis
    Oct 29, 2015
    10
    I have never been so emotionally invested in a game before. There are so many things that drew me in. The story, the characters, and the music mostly. I have also never loved a game soundtrack as much as I love this one. I love that this game can be played over and over with different results. I think everyone should give Undertale a try!
  16. temno
    Oct 29, 2015
    10
    My personal favorite game of all time. The humor is very enjoyable, and the music is absolutely fantastic, I cannot stress this enough. But what brings this game above and beyond is its completely unprecedented range of emotion between a good run and an evil run, and how much it can get you to care about each character. I had no idea upon buying the game that it could even get as dark asMy personal favorite game of all time. The humor is very enjoyable, and the music is absolutely fantastic, I cannot stress this enough. But what brings this game above and beyond is its completely unprecedented range of emotion between a good run and an evil run, and how much it can get you to care about each character. I had no idea upon buying the game that it could even get as dark as it does during a no-mercy run. It's really saying something when a good portion of players refuse to play through the 'evil' side of the game because they can't bear to see the characters suffer. This game makes you feel real, tangible shame for your actions, often by breaking the fourth wall.

    If you are wondering whether it's worth the 10$, please do not hesitate to buy it for a moment. Undertale completely took me by surprise and it's the only game I've ever played that I felt I needed to tell someone about    … Expand
  17. DTT117
    Dec 12, 2015
    10
    PROBABLY MY PERSONAL GAME OF THE YEAR!!!! i haven't smiled so widely since probably the original pokemon. o just felt like this world is so alive and i loved it. THE MUSIC WAS SO GOOD. THANK you toby fox
  18. Hoobliga
    Oct 30, 2015
    10
    Undertale is probably the only game I could ever consider a 10/10. It's gameplay is simple yet unique, but it's story is far deeper than anything I've seen in a video game. It's an absolute masterpiece and without a doubt my all time favorite game, I love it and I hope you love it too.
  19. vzuse
    Oct 30, 2015
    10
    Amazing game. First game in a long time that has finally drawn me into the story. It has so much style and the music is just amazing. If you're consider a cheap, inexpensive way to spend a great 8 hours of your life on, this is it.
  20. Luckstorm
    Oct 31, 2015
    10
    Oh god it remembers everything. OH GOD NO. I beg you flowey, i killed my mom unintentionally, no need to be harsh about it i already reversed time and space to save her!!!
  21. kashuacute
    Oct 31, 2015
    10
    Nothing much else to say, just that all the 10/10 reviews are legit. This game is seriously the best written game in many many years. Anyone denying that is trying to be a gaming hipster, while also attacking fans of the games as hipsters as well. Hilarious. Get the game, you won't be disappointed, unless you're deliberately trying to be.
  22. BastienYaiba
    Dec 5, 2015
    10
    How this games brokes the 4th wall:
    Metal Gear Solid: Hey, do you see how I make move your controller and read your memory card?
    Batman Arkham Asylum: Woooow, use the middle stick to win the QTE! Undertale: I know all of you, who has you killed and who has not. I know that you had reset the game, and I know why. I know what will you do and if I want I will ruin your happy ending.    How this games brokes the 4th wall:
    Metal Gear Solid: Hey, do you see how I make move your controller and read your memory card?
    Batman Arkham Asylum: Woooow, use the middle stick to win the QTE!
    Undertale: I know all of you, who has you killed and who has not.
    I know that you had reset the game, and I know why.
    I know what will you do and if I want I will ruin your happy ending.
    But, who cares?
    This is only a videogame, right?    … Expand
  23. bud6274
    Oct 31, 2015
    10
    There's not much left to say. This game is good. Story is a 10, Comedy is a 10, and game play is your standard rpg but with a bit of a twist. Its a fantastic piece of work and is my game of the year as it stands right now. Couldn't recommend more.
  24. MetalPrayer
    Oct 31, 2015
    10
    Just play this game, Since I dont want to spoil much I cant tell you how much this game is worth the prize that Toby is asking. I'll tell you one thing: If the game makes you not want to hurt final boss, and instead tell him that you wont fight him and later give him a hug, it has done a good job. Easily a competitor for the best game of 2015 and Best Indie game of 2015.
  25. kkashew
    Nov 1, 2015
    10
    From the demo, it was okay. Then I played the game and it completely blew my mind. All of the positive reviews are not a scam, nor is there sketchy business going on. Undertale is honestly a beautiful game with memorable characters, even down to the most minor ones.
    The gameplay is a little redundant, but overall the music, plot, and characters make up for the crazy bullet hell. I love    From the demo, it was okay. Then I played the game and it completely blew my mind. All of the positive reviews are not a scam, nor is there sketchy business going on. Undertale is honestly a beautiful game with memorable characters, even down to the most minor ones.
    The gameplay is a little redundant, but overall the music, plot, and characters make up for the crazy bullet hell. I love this game and I hope you'll try it!
    (This post fills me with determination)    … Expand
  26. BronyMusician
    Nov 1, 2015
    10
    One of the best games i have ever play in my life. I cant believe there are so many trolls that rate 0. So much nostalgia. I want a continuation or an expansion. Toby plss
  27. themonsterghost
    Nov 1, 2015
    10
    It is what it is and it does it well. It's witty and fun. The characters are colorful and enjoyable, the music is fantastic, the bullet hell can be challenging. I highly recommend giving this game a shot.
  28. GIJoestar
    Nov 2, 2015
    10
    Truly this will be one we look back on and consider a defining game of the generation. If you love games, you owe it to yourself to play this one. You will not regret it.
  29. AzmoRinsler
    Nov 2, 2015
    10
    This is hands down one of the best games I have ever played. I cannot remember the last time a game brought me such laughter and melancholy. It stands in defiance of the current state of the gaming industry as a whole and reminds me of the reasons why I originally loved to game - not for the competitive multiplayer, mmo, sandbox, dlc, whatever etc... but because it is legitimately fun.This is hands down one of the best games I have ever played. I cannot remember the last time a game brought me such laughter and melancholy. It stands in defiance of the current state of the gaming industry as a whole and reminds me of the reasons why I originally loved to game - not for the competitive multiplayer, mmo, sandbox, dlc, whatever etc... but because it is legitimately fun. Because it is the product not of a huge team of people being driven to produce results and meet deadlines in order to meet a bottom line and make as much profit as possible.

    Because it is inspired and lighthearted and FUN.

    I can PROMISE you that this is the best $10 I have ever spent, that even at $20 or $30 it would still have been one of my best ever purchases, and that I will be keeping an eye out for anything else made by these guys in the future.    … Expand
  30. ZelTheViking
    Nov 3, 2015
    10
    So… Where do I begin? I don’t really know. I think this task is, well, impossible. How do I do this game justice? What exactly can I say that will influence you as a reader to comprehend Undertale, and what the game is in its essence?
    I do not know. I don’t even think I can. However, I am determined to make an attempt.
    The Story Rarely have I ever played a game that cared so deeply    So… Where do I begin? I don’t really know. I think this task is, well, impossible. How do I do this game justice? What exactly can I say that will influence you as a reader to comprehend Undertale, and what the game is in its essence?
    I do not know. I don’t even think I can. However, I am determined to make an attempt.

    The Story
    Rarely have I ever played a game that cared so deeply about making your choices matter. Every step of the journey, every interaction and action towards other characters - it all influences the story. There are so many endings to Undertale depending on how you play the game that it’s actually somewhat… Well, hard to comprehend. The time invested into making every choice matter is astonishing and something to be admired. The attention to details is sublime, and at no point do the player find him- or herself lost in the plot. That said does not mean the game cannot frustrate or confuse you, because it does… But in all the right and completely new ways.
    I’ll be honest with you, I can’t let go of this game’s story. I have had dreams about it for three nights in a row. If that doesn’t mean that this game got to me, I will never know what will. It’s rare that you find a game that grabs and emotionally invests you so heavily into its world and atmosphere. Undertale is one of those games. And the reason the storyline is so captivating is quite obvious…

    The Characters
    I don’t think I’ve ever had more fun getting to know characters. Every single character you meet, from the main characters to minor roles and nameless NPC’s, are all introduced so incredibly well. With witty remarks and hilarious interactions, Undertale introduces characters fluently in a masterful fashion that is truly an art in itself. Humor is a strong factor throughout the entire game, but that doesn’t mean the game doesn’t take itself serious, because it certainly does. Not many games has as serious consequences as Undertale has. If you kill someone in the cleverly constructed turn-based combat system, there’s no going back. That character dies, and there’s no way to change it back. However, this again goes to show how deeply devoted this game is towards player choice. The player can go through the entire game without killing a single person, if he or she decides to do so. The power of the world is entirely in the hands of the player, and with it lies the fate of the characters as well.

    The World
    With all the power invested with the player, Toby Fox serves the entire world of Undertale on a silver platter for you to do with as you please. But the world – and the game – reacts to the outcome you choose for it. One of the most interesting interactions is how the world and its characters truly resets, when you reset the game. The world of Undertale isn’t just a regular game world – it’s reality to its inhabitants. What you do is reflected. Resetting the game is no longer just a reset to play the game again: It whipes out every characters memory and resets it to square one. And if you do things differently, skip through dialogue like you know what they’re going to say, the characters become suspicious and act in a different way towards you. The game lives, so to speak. Yeah, I told you the game took itself seriously.
    And that’s what’s so fascinating about Undertale. It’s not just another very brilliantly designed and incredibly atmospheric game. It has a soul. Undertale is a game with a soul. It is a living world in itself, a world that you alter to your wish, but also leaves you as a player responsible for your actions. Let it be known that I love this game and its characters and the world very dearly, but… I will not play it again, and I will tell you why.

    The game is over for me. I ended it just the way I wanted it to. To me, the way I ended my playthrough, I wouldn’t want it any other way, and I wouldn’t want to reset the world or the characters. It’s perfect just the way it is, even though I already miss it, and so, I will leave you with these final words to attempt to fully grasp the essence of Undertale:

    This is a serious game. This is a silly game.
    This is a funny game. This is a scary game.
    This game made me laugh. It made me cry.
    It made me hate. It made me love.
    It made me feel powerful, and yet I have never felt more powerless.
    But most of all…
    This game filled me with determination, and I hope it will do so for you too.

    Thank you for reading. And thank you Toby Fox, for this astonishing masterpiece of a game.    … Expand
  31. jpkurihara
    Nov 9, 2015
    10
    The only flaw I can point out is your slow movement speed, which makes backtracking nearly physically painful.
    This game... Well, it simply does everything right.
    The characters, the dialogue, the humor, the combat, simply everything is executed perfectly. Except for, well, the walking speed, but everything else is just so good that it makes it completely unimportant. (you unlock    The only flaw I can point out is your slow movement speed, which makes backtracking nearly physically painful.
    This game... Well, it simply does everything right.
    The characters, the dialogue, the humor, the combat, simply everything is executed perfectly.
    Except for, well, the walking speed, but everything else is just so good that it makes it completely unimportant. (you unlock shortcuts later on, so it eases the backtracking a bit).
    The puzzles are also "eh.", but they're not the focus of the game.
    You have to play this game. Either the demo or the full product; if you dislike it, you can get a refund, but it's certainly a must-try.    … Expand
  32. Balefire
    Nov 3, 2015
    10
    Anyone who says this is not a good game wouldn't know a good game if it came right up and punched them in the face. This is not just a good game, it is one of the BEST games you will ever play. Unless you have no soul: then you're going to have a bad time ;) The detail, the thought, the ingenuity and originality of this game is second to none, and equaled by very few.
  33. Brendonicous
    Nov 3, 2015
    10
    A truly charming and original deviation from the norm of pixie indie gaming. Some would argue that this game is a simple attempt to rekindle Earthbound nostalgia but it is infinitely more. This game fills me with determination that the indie game market can produce true content with substance and weight while keeping the art style focused and tight. Undertale is a gem and anyone who givesA truly charming and original deviation from the norm of pixie indie gaming. Some would argue that this game is a simple attempt to rekindle Earthbound nostalgia but it is infinitely more. This game fills me with determination that the indie game market can produce true content with substance and weight while keeping the art style focused and tight. Undertale is a gem and anyone who gives this game negative review has obviously not played the game. I cannot speak to the value and strength of this game without spoiling the entire thing.
    Play Undertale, its worth it.    … Expand
  34. _Axel13_
    Dec 10, 2015
    10
    Imho, is a masterpiece.
    The writing and the story are fantastic, the characters have incredible personality, they can make you feel so many emotions with a couple of pixels.
    The music is perfect for every situation, every character, simple but suitable. And, it can change EVERY time you play it, every action that you make on your previous game can change the next game, it have many    Imho, is a masterpiece.
    The writing and the story are fantastic, the characters have incredible personality, they can make you feel so many emotions with a couple of pixels.
    The music is perfect for every situation, every character, simple but suitable.
    And, it can change EVERY time you play it, every action that you make on your previous game can change the next game, it have many different ending and routes, you can finish the game without never attacking, or doing a genocide and kill all you will encounter. It also have infinite easter eggs and secrets, like the W. D. Gaster's, a secret character that is hid in the game files and can appear managing the game files. The Soundtrack also have many secrets. The graphic is old-style, it remembers you the good ol' days. It make you feel. It have many different routes and choices. And it's all developed by a single person.
    In my onest opinion, Best, Game, Ever.
    Ever.    … Expand
  35. TheLewdOne
    Nov 4, 2015
    10
    First of all, play this game without knowing much about it. All you should know about the game is that it's a mixture of snes-rpg elements with top down shooter combat to keep things fresh and that this game was largely inspired by the Mother series. If you learn anything more than this or listen to the universal praise or unerring hate Undertale is well known to get it might ruin yourFirst of all, play this game without knowing much about it. All you should know about the game is that it's a mixture of snes-rpg elements with top down shooter combat to keep things fresh and that this game was largely inspired by the Mother series. If you learn anything more than this or listen to the universal praise or unerring hate Undertale is well known to get it might ruin your expectations.

    That being said, this game has a great cast of lovable characters who each still have their flaws and missteps (except Papyrus, Papyrus is damn near perfect) fantastic music that anyone can appreciate but will especially get 8-bit fans excited, unique battle system that essentially is where you decide what ending you will get and wonderful little meta nuggets and fourth wall breaking features done in the best way possible. It's Metal Gear Solid 2 levels of meta at times, and one part in particular goes even beyond that...And the part I adore the most, it's a complete package. Almost every question you can ask can be answered by some part in the game, it's been a long time since a game offered such a tight, held together story in my memory.

    If any of these elements sound intriguing you'll find something to love in Undertale, I sure did.    … Expand
  36. TheBjmac7
    Nov 4, 2015
    10
    Wow, just wow Undertale is one of the most fantastic and polished games I have ever played. The people down at Tobyfox made an experience that will be with me for a long LONG time. The story is one of the most unique and compelling with characters that will be remember which other indie legends such as Shovel Knight, Shantae, Super Meat boy and Quote. The gameplay is unique and is a freshWow, just wow Undertale is one of the most fantastic and polished games I have ever played. The people down at Tobyfox made an experience that will be with me for a long LONG time. The story is one of the most unique and compelling with characters that will be remember which other indie legends such as Shovel Knight, Shantae, Super Meat boy and Quote. The gameplay is unique and is a fresh spin on the RPG genre by either letting people live or kill them, however I will not spoil anything. It is an amazing game and is only 17.99 Australian including the OST and how could I forget. This is literally the best OST I have ever heard. This soundtrack would not only make your head bop but make you won't to burst our trying to sing it in the middle of a school bus, (trust me it might be amazing and everyone should hear it, try not to embarrass your self like me...) So please buy this game it is cheap and is well deserving of your money even more then all triple A games coming out in these upcoming months, I guarantee!… Expand
  37. Tukezzu
    Nov 5, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Undertale was a brilliant game for me. It's been a while since I bothered to spend my money on a new game, and I'm glad that this was the one I chose.

    The story is emotional and incredibly deep. I don't plan to spoil anything here, but if you're looking for a JRPG with a neat storyline, this one should blow your expectations; and the fact that there's more to the plot than just the story (its confusing, but once you figure it out it turns out there's much more than first meets the eye).

    Obviously the fact that you didn't have to destroy anyone, as advertised, made Undertale special. It had its own unique spot in the JRPG world; or at least, thats the way I've seen it - perhaps someone with more fond knowledge of that game type will be able to disagree with me.

    But what truly made me want to write this review was that this game makes you feel for every action you make. Sometimes it's actually better to look up the result of an action you're unsure of, at least the way I see it, as long as you try to not spoil the plot for yourself at all. But for every decision in this game (except two of them - this game was tough), I decided on my own what I had to do and wanted to do, and every time I got the outcome I was looking for.

    You are rewarded for your determination. Just remember that you should always go for what you think is right.

    (Also, dogs. I don't think I'll ever look at a dog the same way.)    … Expand
  38. TehTabbeh
    Nov 5, 2015
    10
    I've played games that both warmed and broke my heart in the same day, but Undertale really takes the cake. The music is BEYOND superb. This game will subvert your expatiations and has an excellent replay value. This is one of the best games in years!
  39. TheMartyred
    Nov 6, 2015
    10
    I find it completely unreasonable that Undertale has a 93 at the moment of my writing this.
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    If you ask me, it deserves a 100!
  40. Drackonic
    Nov 6, 2015
    10
    Honestly one of the best games I've ever played. It has a wonderful story, Great memorable characters, It was a very fun experience.

    I have to say when I went in I wasn't expecting very much, I thought It would just be another annoying "quirky" indie title with some gimmick that was really pointless to the game and made no real impact. But this game completely blew me out of the water,    Honestly one of the best games I've ever played. It has a wonderful story, Great memorable characters, It was a very fun experience.

    I have to say when I went in I wasn't expecting very much, I thought It would just be another annoying "quirky" indie title with some gimmick that was really pointless to the game and made no real impact. But this game completely blew me out of the water, I love practically everything about this game.    … Expand
  41. shikei1
    Nov 6, 2015
    10
    This is a groundbreaking title for pc, and a must have this year. with great character construction and humorist dialog, some dogs and spooky skeletons. really a title to have and grow fond of.
  42. mdragon14
    Nov 6, 2015
    10
    This game is a masterpiece in its own right. The game-play is decent alone, but really shines are the characters and story. While the fight scenes for the regular monsters you encounter are typically the same (with some fun twists per monster), the scenes for each boss fight change completely depending on boss. The different fights really personify each character's personality. And theThis game is a masterpiece in its own right. The game-play is decent alone, but really shines are the characters and story. While the fight scenes for the regular monsters you encounter are typically the same (with some fun twists per monster), the scenes for each boss fight change completely depending on boss. The different fights really personify each character's personality. And the music....... The music is simply perfect for each situation..... Just try it; this game will change your life.… Expand
  43. midnightlex
    Nov 7, 2015
    10
    I admit it. When I first started playing this game, the simplicity of the graphics and sound byte turned me off. After reading the reviews of others, I decided to continue pushing forward with the story line. I immediately fell in love with the characters and the lore of it. The lore may not be overly dense and but the minor details have a plethora of character to it. I really feel likeI admit it. When I first started playing this game, the simplicity of the graphics and sound byte turned me off. After reading the reviews of others, I decided to continue pushing forward with the story line. I immediately fell in love with the characters and the lore of it. The lore may not be overly dense and but the minor details have a plethora of character to it. I really feel like some of the reviewers who had a lower score for the game were looking for something that would ascend them forever into a mystified mindset. Truth is, its not. It's just a really fun, quirky game with lovable characters, interesting game play, and determination.

    Oh.. wait till you meet Mettaton Ex. His legs will fill you up.... with determination *cough*    … Expand
  44. Xentrixxx
    Nov 7, 2015
    10
    Wasn't sure what to make of it initially. I was kind of annoyed by the increasing number of ravenous fans, but I decided I'd try it anyway.

    Not 20 minutes into the game, it had me in tears. I was blubbering like a little kid. Undertale is the most heartfelt game I've ever experienced. It's fun from a gamer perspective, but I was not expecting such an emotional rollercoaster.

    I was not ready.
  45. circuitbent
    Nov 7, 2015
    10
    The story writing is clever, light hearted, fun and never comes across as preachy. I was having so much fun and becoming so immersed, that I let my guard down, and suddenly realized that I genuinely cared about the characters, and I cared about consequences of my choices. The game often stays in my thoughts long after I've finished playing for the day.

    Undertale is advertised as an "RPG    The story writing is clever, light hearted, fun and never comes across as preachy. I was having so much fun and becoming so immersed, that I let my guard down, and suddenly realized that I genuinely cared about the characters, and I cared about consequences of my choices. The game often stays in my thoughts long after I've finished playing for the day.

    Undertale is advertised as an "RPG where you don't have to destroy anyone", but Undertale is not a game about tiptoeing through the tulips with your newly made friends. There are difficult, grim decisions that you need to make, and some of the consequences can't be undone EVER, even by deleting or restarting the game. There were also times that the game made a complete 180 when I wasn't expecting it and left me feeling very disturbed, unsettled, and just saying "Wow". We've become so accustomed and desensitized to all the usual video game tropes, that it's hard for a new game to evoke this kind of emotion. I give Undertale lots of credit for being able to do this so well, with so little (small file size, simple graphics, and being mostly created by one person).

    Like most games, you are in control of a character, but Undertale often breaks the 4th wall and also acknowledges YOU (the player) as another character in the game. Undertale may not be the first game to do this, but it's one of the best.

    There are lots of secrets, sub plots and interesting variations to discover. Lots of replayability potential. This is an RPG, but there is no grinding, back-tracking, or wasting time. Every moment was designed to be enjoyable or purposeful. Toby has taken the RPG genre, deconstructed it, and created something very unique and fresh here. There was so much thought and depth put into this game, it's unbelievable that this was created mostly just by one person.

    Also need to mention that the soundtrack is fantastic. There are something like 77 quality songs in the Undertale OST, so the music never gets stale. I read somewhere that Toby would write the music first and then create a scene/level for the game to match the music. This really helps with the continuity/immersion/mood of the game.

    There's already a lot of hype about this game, but I don't care; I just had too much damn fun playing it. This is easily now my favorite game this year. I hope that you get to enjoy it too.    … Expand
  46. Kisai
    Nov 8, 2015
    10
    This is a game that was written primarily to the same kind of audience that watches "Let's Play" videos on Youtube. As such it enjoys plenty of free publicity from the likes many of the top gamer Youtube channels like Game Grumps and Markiplier.

    Many of the people who love Undertale will find it tickles their nostalgia bone just as much geek culture. Pros: The game content is mostly    This is a game that was written primarily to the same kind of audience that watches "Let's Play" videos on Youtube. As such it enjoys plenty of free publicity from the likes many of the top gamer Youtube channels like Game Grumps and Markiplier.

    Many of the people who love Undertale will find it tickles their nostalgia bone just as much geek culture.

    Pros: The game content is mostly balanced. Most of the difficulty in the game comes from intentionally wanting to have a bad time with it. Most of the game can be played in a single play-through, with additional endings available after completing the game once.

    Negatives: Some jokes waste too much time to get to the punchline, the game also hasn't learned from some of the most hated mechanics that have been abandoned in newer games (eg invisible random battles, long cutscenes that can't be skipped, and "dead end"'s caused by early mistakes.)

    That said the negatives are small enough to not make players want to quit the game. Most of the negative information about the games comes players expecting Earthbound and getting something more punishing like Mario+Luigi defending actions if it were a danmaku (bullethell) game.    … Expand
  47. felleg
    Nov 9, 2015
    10
    Undertale is everything right about gaming. Without a doubt, this is a game we will remember and cherish for years to come. The gameplay is rock solid, with an ingenious battle system which blends aspects of shoot 'em ups (how come we never saw more of this? It is brilliant!). The soundtrack is delightful and just as diverse as the original Earthbound soundtrack, which was the previousUndertale is everything right about gaming. Without a doubt, this is a game we will remember and cherish for years to come. The gameplay is rock solid, with an ingenious battle system which blends aspects of shoot 'em ups (how come we never saw more of this? It is brilliant!). The soundtrack is delightful and just as diverse as the original Earthbound soundtrack, which was the previous record holder in my opinion. Days and even weeks after playing this game, you might surprise yourself still thinking about some events from the game. It manages to make simple things matter. Playing it spoiler-free is obviously a must!

    To finish off, I see Undertale as a game borrowing from Earthbound's heartfeltness and Chrono Trigger's replay value, while always staying a fresh and original experience. I don't expect this game to be forgotten anytime soon.    … Expand
  48. Someguy2015
    Nov 9, 2015
    10
    One of the best experiences i've had in any game in a long time. This is one of the few games that really has sucked me into its game world. I love every one of the characters which makes it so much better that there is a mode where you don't kill any of them. The music is godly and the gameplay really fun (You dodge attacks in a bullethell style and hit enemies with timing based attacksOne of the best experiences i've had in any game in a long time. This is one of the few games that really has sucked me into its game world. I love every one of the characters which makes it so much better that there is a mode where you don't kill any of them. The music is godly and the gameplay really fun (You dodge attacks in a bullethell style and hit enemies with timing based attacks for maximum damage.) and almost every boss mixes up the game mechanics from making the game a shoot em' up or making it so that there gravity involved when dodging. The story is amazing with 3 different routes with different stories to tell. When playing the game you really start to admire Toby Fox for the amazing music, sprites, story and battle system. Easy to say that this is one of my favorite games ever. Buy it. It's only 10 euros.… Expand
  49. JaggerE
    Nov 9, 2015
    10
    It can be emotional. It can be Challenging. It can make you question your own morality. Undertale is a surprisingly personal Role Playing Experience that had me in it's grasp.

    Pros: + Incredibly Satisfying to play through more than once to view the different outcomes. + Unique gameplay + The most "human" game I've ever played. + Masterful atmosphere and world + Masterful soundtrack    It can be emotional. It can be Challenging. It can make you question your own morality. Undertale is a surprisingly personal Role Playing Experience that had me in it's grasp.

    Pros:
    + Incredibly Satisfying to play through more than once to view the different outcomes.
    + Unique gameplay
    + The most "human" game I've ever played.
    + Masterful atmosphere and world
    + Masterful soundtrack
    + Short but perfect length
    + Lovable characters and writing

    Cons:
    - Minor difficulty spikes depending on how you approach it. (No murder was tough)    … Expand
  50. Perch
    Nov 9, 2015
    10
    If you think this game deserves less than 10, you didn't play it right.
    Amazing story, lovable characters, deep message and awesome music. An experience that could have been achieved only through video game form.
  51. PoisonedElite
    Nov 9, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An incredible game that (if played spoiler free) can take you back to the era of your life getting new games from your parents that you've never heard about and having a blast playing them, the joy of playing a game for the first time as a kid. Fans of the Mother series, quirky humor found often in webcomics, and bullet hell games should have a blast with this title.

    -Pros-
    Great Aesthetic that blends styles from the SNES/Genesis Era.
    Good characters that you can get attached to easily due to how likable they are.
    Amazing Soundtrack that has a lot of varied tracks.
    Good active combat system.
    Removes the sentiment that a Pacifist playthrough is a novel concept in games.
    The game will always keep track of your actions even if you reset and start a new run, making every choice matter.
    The mechanics are a part of the narrative.
    A good story even if it does get a bit confusing unless you play through a No Mercy run.
    No Mercy runs permanently affects the game.
    Toby is a white adorable dog.
    Temmie.
    Papyrus 12/10.

    -Cons-
    Dog Residue.
    You can kill Papyrus.

    My game of the year by a long shot.    … Expand
  52. LuthexDrakon
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    I've pretty much called this the second coming of Earthbound in terms of ground breaking RPGs. But overall as a story...It's probably the most beautiful thing and yet at the same time terrifying thing I have ever played through. I've only done a true pacifist run and just that bit from Flowey after you reload...I...just can't bring myself to run a genocide run...If I ever do use myI've pretty much called this the second coming of Earthbound in terms of ground breaking RPGs. But overall as a story...It's probably the most beautiful thing and yet at the same time terrifying thing I have ever played through. I've only done a true pacifist run and just that bit from Flowey after you reload...I...just can't bring myself to run a genocide run...If I ever do use my almighty powers of reset...It's gonna be another true pacifist run, picking up things I missed the first time...And just too spend a little bit more time with these characters...What other game can make you think that?...… Expand
  53. Elair
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Simply the game ever made.

    Here is a sentence that make no sense but get closer to 150 characters long message limit. And another one. And once more... Aaaaand, finally, the last one.
  54. semy28
    Jan 16, 2016
    10
    I've never felt so emotional because of a game. This game is a masterpiece something that I've been looking for for a long time. I fell in love with every aspect of this game and it made me question why this is the first game in many years that made me so emotional and I play a lot of games.
  55. CerberusGate
    Nov 11, 2015
    10
    When i bought this game at full-price, I was curious at the critical acclaim this game got and thought it might be over-hyped. After finishing my play-through, I understood why this game received so much praise. I can't spoil the game too much but I can say that writing, audio and narrative of the game are worth the price of admission. While I do criticize the graphical choices (having noWhen i bought this game at full-price, I was curious at the critical acclaim this game got and thought it might be over-hyped. After finishing my play-through, I understood why this game received so much praise. I can't spoil the game too much but I can say that writing, audio and narrative of the game are worth the price of admission. While I do criticize the graphical choices (having no idea whether to stick with black and white or go full color for some sequences) and the bullet-hell game-play (especially without a controller), the game offered characters that had genuine traits and flaws, humorous writing filled with meta-references and subversion of typical cliches, a soundtrack that blends with the narrative for great effect, and a conclusion that leaves the player with the satisfaction of completing the experience.
    This is a game that can bring tears due to the writing and music blending together with game-play that works due to the player being immersed in the game.

    If there is a game to buy this year, Undertale should be one of them (unless you are not looking for RPGs or bullet-hell games). One tip, keep the game's main tag-line in mind.    … Expand
  56. Coletrainhetric
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    So I am noticing a pattern for all the negative reviews. Most of them seem to not realize that graphics don't Make great game. hey say "nostalgic" when in reality that isn't even necessarily true, it is what it is. One guy also said the game isn't heartfelt (was that a genocide run?). Another apparent problem is that the game's puzzles are 'laughable' (That's the point dumb***!) To notSo I am noticing a pattern for all the negative reviews. Most of them seem to not realize that graphics don't Make great game. hey say "nostalgic" when in reality that isn't even necessarily true, it is what it is. One guy also said the game isn't heartfelt (was that a genocide run?). Another apparent problem is that the game's puzzles are 'laughable' (That's the point dumb***!) To not like the game comes down to game preference, if you don't prefer it, don't call it **** for not preferring it!… Expand
  57. Almostdead
    Feb 15, 2016
    10
    I am determined to give this game 10/10
    A game full of love, well not that kind of L.O.V.E
    Good story, fantastic character
    Any one done a GE run is not a true lover of this game :)
  58. Vivi3007
    Nov 14, 2015
    10
    I am truly amazed by the great story this game captures, along with lovable characters an so much charisma. The combat System is also fun. This is a must play.
  59. Nebris
    Nov 14, 2015
    10
    This game is LOVE. This game is LIFE. Such approach I have not seen in so many years. It's a crime to not to try Undertale. I didn't even... Don't worry about how it looks like. It just makes game even better :D
  60. Pupheus
    Nov 14, 2015
    10
    Amazing. Everything you do changes the game. Be a pacifist, be a killer, save the "bosses"... Do discover everything, you have to have a look around the game, and know everything. The story, secrets, and the point of the game are just incredible.
  61. laketheautist
    Nov 26, 2015
    10
    The trolls are so real on Metacritic, I never knew it was this bad.

    Earthbound meets bullet hell, with the best story and writing you'll get in a video game for a very, very long time.
    The world will never see another Undertale, but hopefully we'll see more from Toby Fox.
  62. WekyWek
    Nov 15, 2015
    10
    I wasn't expecting this much of awesomeness coming from this game, its not the game-play that is good, or the graphics,, but the story and how do they makes us care about the characters, its deepened into our heart, its pretty amazing how tobyfox manage to be able to make as if its real,, besides, I give it 10/10 for most of the soundtracks, its so amazing, you really should try to playI wasn't expecting this much of awesomeness coming from this game, its not the game-play that is good, or the graphics,, but the story and how do they makes us care about the characters, its deepened into our heart, its pretty amazing how tobyfox manage to be able to make as if its real,, besides, I give it 10/10 for most of the soundtracks, its so amazing, you really should try to play this game, I really recommend it and its worth of your money, its one of the best experience that i ever had in gaming… Expand
  63. Dinohobby
    Nov 18, 2015
    10
    TL;DR: don't be fooled by the negative reviews, if you know to criticize a game you will give it 9 or 10/10
    So, the game in a nutshell is just amazing, buy it with no worries, you will like it if you have at least good sense.
    I don't really want to go telling you about the game, the other positive reviews are here for this, what I really want is to talk about the guys who did negative    TL;DR: don't be fooled by the negative reviews, if you know to criticize a game you will give it 9 or 10/10
    So, the game in a nutshell is just amazing, buy it with no worries, you will like it if you have at least good sense.
    I don't really want to go telling you about the game, the other positive reviews are here for this, what I really want is to talk about the guys who did negative reviews...
    To begin with, I think that nowadays, kids like you that give negative reviews to this game, S H O U L D B U R N I N H E L L.
    but being serious, let's read (without thinking they are telling the truth, cause they are joking or are just retards) the negative reviews, let's begin with a little scum of humanity that I found here called "RetroGirl" (you can know by the name that she is a attwhore), and you can ask me "why are you talking about exactly and exclusively about this review?" then I answer "just because this little girl kinda combined everything that haters posted here in a 'well-made-6-years-old-review'" sooooooooooo let's read:
    "I was put off by the weird mix of retro graphics right away- Enemies from Galactica, some SNES sprites, some NES, and some PlayStation background elements." okay okay okay, in this part we can note two things:
    1- this girl is just a kid;
    2- kids like to talk about graphics as it make some difference to the gameplay.
    guys, we are in 2015, DON'T be childish to think that graphics can make a difference, even because the designs were made by only 2 guys with no professional tools, and I think they are pretty damn good for a two-person team, the animations are also gorgeous.
    TO PART TWO!
    "The "puzzles" are laughable with most involving remembering a previous room." wait vvwait vvvvwait... this girl is saying that most of the puzzles involve remembering a previous room?!11one!?? THIS. ONLY. HAPPENS. IN. THE. TUTORIAL. she only did the tutorial and sent a review to Metacritic! such a beautiful love story ;-;
    well, I think we can conclude two things with this:
    1- she only did the tutorial to send a review
    2- the puzzles are not hard but are not like that, they are "fun"

    TO PART THREE LADS!
    "The characters lack real development so accidentally killing one evokes no emotion other than annoyance that you ruined the chance of a good ending. It all relies on you resolving the cognitive dissonance of everyone raving about the game when it's just long, unpleasant, and dull in a positive way." ...so, this one is kinda long, but we need to do it so other people can play this wonderful game.
    about the line that she says about the characters development, acording to what she played (the tutorial), the player only mets one character, Toriel, that has lot of lore to discover through the game.
    also, when she says that accidentally killing one evokes no emotion other than annoyance that you ruined the chance of a good ending, she might don't understand what the game is about, the game is about K A R M A, if you kill everyone in the game you will get the GENOCYDE ending, if you kill some but also let some live, you get the NEUTRAL ending, and if you don't kill anyone you get the TRUE PACIFIST ending. so, what does that mean? That means that you have more than one playstyle, which every route let you know more and more about the game lore, so you need to end it more than two times to know it all! obviously, the TRUE PACIFIST ending is the one that is called the "good ending", where everyone /l/e/a/v/e/ /t/h/e/ /c/a/v/e/ and live hapilly, but every ending or the wiki are needed to understand the lore, who are you, who is the TRUE enemy, what are the monsters etc.
    Now that we finished about that little child review, I'll just add one thing
    THE SOUNDTRACK IS AMAZING (even if it was created by only one single guy, gj)

    So, what I really wanted to do is to show everybody that the negative reviews are sooooo superficial that the game would have arround 9-10 points without them, cause they have no sense, who the hell would play the tutorial of a game and do a review? This is insane, I hate the fact that this kind of person breaths the same air that I do.

    Have a good , kisses and hugs to everyone that read this all.
    "don't kill or be killed" - Asriel Dreemurr    … Expand
  64. YorkBezbozny
    Nov 15, 2015
    10
    A heartfelt story with notes of humor, tragedy, and (if you play it a certain way) horror. Beautifully composed music, singularly unique game-play mechanics, and charming pixel art make it more than worth the money and the time.
    AAA games are made with tens of millions of dollars, massive teams of game designers, and with the latest technology, and this was made in a basement by one    A heartfelt story with notes of humor, tragedy, and (if you play it a certain way) horror. Beautifully composed music, singularly unique game-play mechanics, and charming pixel art make it more than worth the money and the time.
    AAA games are made with tens of millions of dollars, massive teams of game designers, and with the latest technology, and this was made in a basement by one person for about 50 thousand yet it's one of the highest acclaimed games in history. That in itself is a bit uplifting too.    … Expand
  65. Calixto
    Nov 15, 2015
    10
    I wasn't expecting much I first saw it, it was like: "Hey, another 16-bit videogame, it looks pretty cool though. Might check it out later". Then the main youtuber I follow started playing it. Oh my god, he was awful, not beating it 'cause it's a really easy game.. for the most part, but he was hating on everyone spoiling it and doing everything wrong, so I dw it.. I could have neverI wasn't expecting much I first saw it, it was like: "Hey, another 16-bit videogame, it looks pretty cool though. Might check it out later". Then the main youtuber I follow started playing it. Oh my god, he was awful, not beating it 'cause it's a really easy game.. for the most part, but he was hating on everyone spoiling it and doing everything wrong, so I dw it.. I could have never known.. how wrong I was by calling it "another game".. I've playe literally thousands of games, and beaten at least 1k of them... In my life had I enjoyed so much anything like this. I felt like a young boy again playing FF IV for the first time (up until I beat this game thrice, my favourite one). Thank you so much Toby Fox for creating such a Masterpiece! Thank you so much! I'm going to be honest, I may have been hit a little by the nostalgia train, but it's still the truth. This game.. I'll remember it until the day I die...!… Expand
  66. 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?
  67. hatsand
    Nov 16, 2015
    10
    Like many others I saw this title repeatedly being mentioned until I finally caved in and purchased it. Well before I even purchased it I tried to read a review that basically told me to stop reading it, check the score (it was a 10) and just go play the game. They were right. Undertale is a game you want to experience with as little foresight as possible. Its best to go in completelyLike many others I saw this title repeatedly being mentioned until I finally caved in and purchased it. Well before I even purchased it I tried to read a review that basically told me to stop reading it, check the score (it was a 10) and just go play the game. They were right. Undertale is a game you want to experience with as little foresight as possible. Its best to go in completely blind if you want to get the most out of it.

    Im going to keep this short because I dont feel like delving too much into it but this has been the first game in ages to strike such an emotional cord with me. Everything from the writing, the dialogue and the OST are stellar. I haven't been this emotionally invested in a game in a long long time. In a sea of AAA games with no creativity left, this game is a wonderful breath of fresh air. I know I'm being incredibly vague and general but the dialogue and interactions you have with each character are incredibly cleverly written. If you like games that take your actions into account well Undertale is great for that. Everything your character does potentially can impact the story and how characters interact with you.    … Expand
  68. Zintar
    Nov 17, 2015
    10
    This game... has one of the most single BEST STORIES! I have ever seen, loved in, great endings, great music, great everything!! I can't get over it!!
  69. IdioticAsgore
    Nov 17, 2015
    10
    Undertale, a game where no one has to die.
    why is this game so highly rated?
    It's unique, it's different, it gives you, the player a choice that would affect the entire game,
    seriously, the game remembers all of your actions, even when you reset the entire game.
    I don't understand why @blubberguts would rate this game 0 when he/she said he/she only played this game for a few minutes.
  70. yanrhao
    Nov 17, 2015
    10
    This is one of the best games I ever played in my life. The lore, characters, choices, battle system, everything is perfect!

    I hope to see more games from Toby in the future!
  71. iceboss77
    Nov 17, 2015
    10
    I couldn't understand what the big hype around it was all about, until i had finally come around playing it
    A game that apparently seemed like another Mother rip-off turned out to be one of the best games I've played, and extremely far from being a rip-off.
    The battle system allowed for a lot of freedom, and the dev just embraced it completely which made for extremely nice encounters and    I couldn't understand what the big hype around it was all about, until i had finally come around playing it
    A game that apparently seemed like another Mother rip-off turned out to be one of the best games I've played, and extremely far from being a rip-off.
    The battle system allowed for a lot of freedom, and the dev just embraced it completely which made for extremely nice encounters and boss fights. Every boss fight was a whole new experience.
    The difficulty was extremely right. Every encounter had it's own trick, but always remained fun.
    The game's pace never left me bored, or too stressed. It was just the right amount. Same thing about the world, and by that I mean that it wasn't too linear, nor a place where you can easily get lost in. Just the right amount of openness.
    The writing and the characters were absolutely sensational. They were all interesting and well defined and interacted really well with the protagonist, whether you decide to be evil or good.
    Graphics brought the feeling of nostalgia really well, while giving the game a very unique feeling at the same time, not just the same rehashed stuff.

    I think that this game is right in every way and I cannot find any reason not to give it a 10/10.
    It is an absolute masterpiece that deserves playing, even if you're not a fan of RPGs in particular.    … Expand
  72. Orangejuicejaz
    Nov 18, 2015
    10
    This is one of those magical experiences that we rarely see in this medium. By the end of Undertale, I had cried, I had laughed, I had got angry, I experienced every emotion through my many runs of this game.

    The sparing and fighting system is not only an innovation, it is implemented so well throughout the story and the gameplay that, for once, my decisions actually have impact and    This is one of those magical experiences that we rarely see in this medium. By the end of Undertale, I had cried, I had laughed, I had got angry, I experienced every emotion through my many runs of this game.

    The sparing and fighting system is not only an innovation, it is implemented so well throughout the story and the gameplay that, for once, my decisions actually have impact and weight throughout the whole game and make me weigh up the options for everything I do.

    Even if Undertale didn't have the moral system, the characters are the most interesting, fleshed out and lovable creatures you will ever meet. It is just impossible not to love them through all of their quirks and witty dialogue. Never had I thought I would love two skeletons more than nearly every other character I have ever encountered in a game before.

    EVEN IF Undertale didn't have the moral system or the interesting characters, the gameplay is so polished and well thought out for an RPG that if future RPG's don't take inspiration from Undertale I will be surprised. Adding Bullet hell and Paper Mario elements to the battle system makes every single encounter, unique, fun, engaging, all the words you can think of, as they never do the same thing twice, each boss battle mixes up the formula, changes how you play in a way that you won't expect. This makes RPG random encounters fun, excited and not ever feel like a grind. I know. They did the impossible.

    EVEN IF Undertale didn't have the moral system, the brilliant characters and the innovative gameplay, Undertale would still have a stellar story, brilliant enemies and bosses, the best soundtrack of the year, one of the funniest games ever and would definitely be an above average standard turn based RPG on its own.

    Frankly, combining the best bits of Earthbound, Paper Mario, Final Fantasy VI and crafting a wonderful experience with so much love and care, it would be hard not to create something magical. I refuse to spoil anything for anyone and Encourage everyone to play the game at least 3 times. This is the greatest experience you will have this year and is an outstanding example of Video games being an art form.

    This is 100% game of the year even compared to the Witcher 3 and Fallout 4.

    I have given this game a two month cool down period to see if it was still hype. I can confirm it is not. I love this game with all of my heart and It is one of my favourites of all time.

    Thank you Toby Fox. Everyone please. Play this game.    … Expand
  73. TheRealZapz
    Dec 14, 2015
    10
    This game is a masterpiece.

    When I first saw this game, it looked interesting, but It didn't look ten out of ten worth. I thought that the spare or kill mechanic was just a useless gimmick, but it was an interesting idea, and I eventually decided to buy the game. Oh, I was so wrong. This game blew my mind. All of the characters are so memorable, and they all feel so real. On my first    This game is a masterpiece.

    When I first saw this game, it looked interesting, but It didn't look ten out of ten worth. I thought that the spare or kill mechanic was just a useless gimmick, but it was an interesting idea, and I eventually decided to buy the game.

    Oh, I was so wrong. This game blew my mind. All of the characters are so memorable, and they all feel so real. On my first run, I killed a few important characters, and I regretted that decision as time went on. Killing important characters drastically changes the game, but that wasn't the real reason I regretted taking these character's digital lives. The real reason was, I legitimately cared for the characters.

    So, on my second run, not only did Flowey (A Character you meet at the beginning of the game) dare me to kill no one, but I also dared myself. This lead to the "True Pacifist" Ending, in which brought so many different emotions. Real emotion. I don't want to say too much though, because this game is best experienced not knowing much.

    I have recently done a "Genocide" run, in which you kill everything. You actually kill so many monsters, that you can't get random encounters anymore. It felt horrible killing these characters. The weird unsettling way the protagonist acted just added to this horrible feeling. As you kill, NPCs begin to disappear from towns, which just has this overall lonely tone. In contrast to the "Pacifist" Run, where there is humor oozing out of the walls, and all the characters act and feel like real friends; the "Genocide" Run is like a different game.

    As for the other stuff, the music is gorgeous, and while the gameplay itself is really simplistic, it is still both fun and interesting. The multiple endings are really amazing as well. The writing is some of the best writing I have seen in my entire life. The humor is great too, although it is a very quirky humor, so some may not appreciate it as much as others.

    The characters, and writing and where the game excels. Humorous, or should I say Humerus, quirky jokes, with great characters that are memorable and evoke real emotion. There are two characters I have to talk about though, and those characters are, Sans and Papyrus. I know for a fact, that I will never forget them in a million years, because not only do they cause the most laughs throughout the game, but they feel like real friends. There are so many things that make them memorable, Papyrus is a spaghetti fanatic, Sans eats ketchup, Papyrus says "Nyeh heh heh" a lot, Sans says the worst puns ever, which funnily enough makes them the best puns ever, and so much more. I don't want to say anymore though, meeting these characters without knowing their best traits makes it a great experience.

    With the price of $10 on Steam, you just have to buy this game. I am not going to forget this game, and neither will you.    … Expand
  74. J33P3R5_CR33P3R
    Nov 19, 2015
    10
    I will keep this short and simple; buy this game. It has a unique art style, absolutely jaw-dropping music, interesting gameplay, and one of the most diverse and deep stories I've ever seen (that will also COMPLETELY change depending on how you play). Not buying this would be one of the worst choices you could ever make.
  75. Wait
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    Hacía mucho que no sentía tanto por un videojuego. Me ha hecho reír y llorar, y también me ha sabido sorprender. Undertale es algo que no puede explicarse con palabras, es pura emoción.
  76. Fireproofjeans
    Nov 22, 2015
    10
    I had pretty low expectations from Undertale as I bought it before much of the media blitz.

    Do yourself a favour, don't read about it, play it. You do not want to spoil anything about this game. Personal advice? Play as a pacifist the first time through - don't attack anyone. Both pacifist and "genocide" routes have good stories (and actually very different stories), but pacifist is    I had pretty low expectations from Undertale as I bought it before much of the media blitz.

    Do yourself a favour, don't read about it, play it. You do not want to spoil anything about this game. Personal advice? Play as a pacifist the first time through - don't attack anyone. Both pacifist and "genocide" routes have good stories (and actually very different stories), but pacifist is easier for a first timer, which you'll want as it's a moderately difficult game. If you find yourself unable to complete the game due to difficulty, look up how to get temmie armor (looking that up may contain minor non-story spoilers).

    Nearly every character you come across actually has a story behind them you can find at some point in the game (although you have to dig for some of them).    … Expand
  77. Scratos
    Nov 22, 2015
    10
    Reminiscent of other famous game titles including Bioshock 2, Final Fantasy X, and Mario Superstar Saga. Undertale creates a rich story that does not lack in creativity and enthusiasm from the beginning to end. With its well paced music and memorable characters. Undertale is a must - play for those that are willing to give a new style of game a chance.
  78. MrNardo2000
    Nov 23, 2015
    10
    I picked up Undertale because my friend told me to. I did.
    At first I thought it was like Earthbound, but it was nothing like it. The character and dialogue writing is amazing. Could be the game of the year.
  79. Flowey
    Nov 23, 2015
    10
    I died 1
  80. zvincze
    Jan 16, 2016
    10
    Looking at some game play videos for this game, it didn't seem like anything too amazing. But I decided to go and give it a try nevertheless.

    All I have to say is wow, this game really gives the saying "graphics don't make the game" a whole new meaning. Not to say that the graphics were horrible, but they're not great. The most amazing things in this game is the story, battle    Looking at some game play videos for this game, it didn't seem like anything too amazing. But I decided to go and give it a try nevertheless.

    All I have to say is wow, this game really gives the saying "graphics don't make the game" a whole new meaning. Not to say that the graphics were horrible, but they're not great.

    The most amazing things in this game is the story, battle system and the music. The soundtrack in this game is absolutely stunning, every place has it's tone set by different songs. The music can pump you up for a battle or calm you down in certain places with ease.

    The battle system is something really innovative. First of all, you can choose to either kill everything in your path or try to spare them. Sparing them is much more interesting, each enemy has a different way of being spared and makes you really think differently for each enemy. For dodging attacks by an enemy, it pulls some sort of bullet hell. It's much better because it requires skill to not get hit instead of being random.

    The story is so amazing in this game, I don't want to talk too much about it because I'll probably spoil some major and amazing moments in this game. All I'm gonna say is that there are multiple different endings. Only one of them being the best one.

    Anyways, that's my opinion on the game. It's really good for it's price and has major replay ability.    … Expand
  81. socksOdoom
    Nov 24, 2015
    10
    Let me start my review by saying that the negative reviews on here disgust me.

    Uninspired graphics? Half-decent soundtrack? I cannot express the noise of disgust I made reading these reviews with ASCII characters. The story is amazing. I actually felt myself caring about the characters, and I hardly care about real people! I couldn't do a genocide run because I cared too much    Let me start my review by saying that the negative reviews on here disgust me.

    Uninspired graphics?
    Half-decent soundtrack?

    I cannot express the noise of disgust I made reading these reviews with ASCII characters.

    The story is amazing. I actually felt myself caring about the characters, and I hardly care about real people! I couldn't do a genocide run because I cared too much about the characters! I got up to Papyrus, (like the second boss) and felt sick to my stomach after killing him. I literally stopped playing.

    The music... I can't even begin with the music. Every boss fight has just the right soundtrack for it. The diversity in boss music is amazing. I don't know how he did it, but he did. I'm listening to the soundtrack right now! Just listen for yourself.

    The gameplay is great. It's not just a generic turn based JRPG ripoff. It has some Touhou Project bullet dodging every turn. It takes actual skill to fight some of the genocide bosses.

    The graphics are great too, but that's my opinion. Everyone has their own tastes I guess. But I read a review of someone hating the graphics because, well just read it. "How is tired when indie projects put pressure on nostalgia, these pixel games are just annoying! where progress?". Come on, really?

    Overall, this game is quite easily the best game I've played in probably the last 5 years. Especially a game made by one freaking person. This is the one game I would give a 10. Even if the game isn't to your taste, don't give it a **** 0. That is just disgusting. I wouldn't give E.T. The Extra Terrestrial a 0. Errrrrrrgh...    … Expand
  82. CrackCritic
    Nov 24, 2015
    10
    Ey first review so let's get this started shall we. First off the game play and the atmosphere is well done,It feels like you were just born and you had the right amount of detail to get started.The puzzles were great and stylish.The boss fight's gave you a choice which i liked allot character development was not so well done but the game makes up for it through emotion of theEy first review so let's get this started shall we. First off the game play and the atmosphere is well done,It feels like you were just born and you had the right amount of detail to get started.The puzzles were great and stylish.The boss fight's gave you a choice which i liked allot character development was not so well done but the game makes up for it through emotion of the character's.fighting was well done having seen this style before.Story was masked well.The music was amazing Toby fox's undertale gets a 10.… Expand
  83. thisistherealpr
    Nov 25, 2015
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played. It provides small touching pieces of text with each object you interact with. It's emotionally moving from it's characters to it's response to the player's actions. There are very few games that I would recommend more than this one.
  84. DrewsClues42
    Nov 26, 2015
    10
    I'll never play another game like this. I mean... Gosh. For a while I thought my interest in video games was dwindling to nothing, yet this game brought it all back.
  85. TinjaBuster
    Nov 26, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When you start the game : you are get told to get the pellets of friendliness
    HA!! you can't fool me,i am already watched those let's player
    and this game happened
    get the Neutral and True Pacifist tho
    10/10    … Expand
  86. HaremJesus
    Nov 28, 2015
    10
    This game is absolutely amazing. The characters, the music and the gameplay are perfect. This is easily the best game of 2015. :)
  87. Haganeno12
    Dec 18, 2015
    10
    Do you love a Great Story with Awesome Characters ?
    Do you Love a Beautiful Music with so much feelings ?
    Do You love a Unique Game with so much variety in Game play ?
    So,why you still read this?hurry and buy the game and Begin your Mysterious Adventure in Beautiful Monster World.
  88. calebstanford9
    Nov 28, 2015
    10
    Honestly, this game is the BEST indie game I have ever played. Possibly one of the BEST games I have ever played. Buy this game. If you do, you will not regret it.
  89. MattHodge
    Nov 29, 2015
    10
    I've never used the term 'Best Game Ever'. I never will. Because this game is not the 'Best Game Ever', but it's close. I'd recommend to anyone looking to get into the field of writing or game design to look at this game, and see how it changes gamer's sense of predicament. This game deserves a 10, the games it inspires, the ones that will take this pure idea to the next level, theyI've never used the term 'Best Game Ever'. I never will. Because this game is not the 'Best Game Ever', but it's close. I'd recommend to anyone looking to get into the field of writing or game design to look at this game, and see how it changes gamer's sense of predicament. This game deserves a 10, the games it inspires, the ones that will take this pure idea to the next level, they deserve praise. Toby Fox has made something equivilent to Portal.… Expand
  90. Nyoom
    Nov 29, 2015
    10
    If you like to play games where you kill everything that moves, do not play this game. The characters are so finely crafted that it would be painful to kill them, even though you have the option to do so. Watch the Game Grumps play the first five minutes of the game, then try telling me that the game is not at all interesting.

    It's very rare where I play a game and I cannot stop    If you like to play games where you kill everything that moves, do not play this game. The characters are so finely crafted that it would be painful to kill them, even though you have the option to do so. Watch the Game Grumps play the first five minutes of the game, then try telling me that the game is not at all interesting.

    It's very rare where I play a game and I cannot stop thinking about it for days after. The story is spread out, but easy to mentally assemble. The story suits the game so well, that if it was mad into a movie, there would be no way of making it as good as it is in the game.

    Easily the best game I've ever played.    … Expand
  91. lotusjuicefan69
    Nov 29, 2015
    10
    I love it, I see how people dislike a lot of games but how can you dislike this game?
    -fun and varied bullet hell
    -the act mechanic offers humorous and satisfying solutions -an extremely emotional game that really is a rollercoaster any way you play it -great humor -huge replay value across the secrets to find, the different outcomes after character deaths, and the multiple endings    I love it, I see how people dislike a lot of games but how can you dislike this game?
    -fun and varied bullet hell
    -the act mechanic offers humorous and satisfying solutions
    -an extremely emotional game that really is a rollercoaster any way you play it
    -great humor
    -huge replay value across the secrets to find, the different outcomes after character deaths, and the multiple endings that are completely different from one another
    -great characters
    -entertaining soundtrack
    -varied atmospheres

    The game is ten bucks, you can get twenty hours out of it and more to find all of the secrets. Buy it    … Expand
  92. drdualech
    May 16, 2018
    10
    I thought it was going to be a very cheap homage to retro RPGs, but it kept surpassing my expectations, becoming one of my favorite games. I thought I knew what I was getting but I got something infinitely better. It's a great game if you like weird humor and incredibly likable characters.
  93. Alighten
    Nov 29, 2015
    10
    I find it hilarious that some people will rate this game 0 without even beating the game, but I nonetheless respect their skewed view of this fantastic media masterpiece. All the characters are memorable and lovable, the story is epic, and the soundtrack. THE BLOODY SOUNDTRACK! I can't get the songs out of my head they're so catchy and addicting. I probably listen to at least one song fromI find it hilarious that some people will rate this game 0 without even beating the game, but I nonetheless respect their skewed view of this fantastic media masterpiece. All the characters are memorable and lovable, the story is epic, and the soundtrack. THE BLOODY SOUNDTRACK! I can't get the songs out of my head they're so catchy and addicting. I probably listen to at least one song from the soundtrack the day I finished it. The gameplay is exciting and challenging, but ultimately a fair fight each time despite what some people say about certain bosses. Everything about this game is spot on. And if you think for a second that this game is receiving "paid reviews", keep in mind that this game was made by just two people and a Kickstarter. Can one honestly think for a second that these people have the resources capable of pulling in so many positive reviews in a short amount of time? It would be highly unreasonable to think so, and a damn shame considering how much this game moved me.
    I won't say any more, I refuse to. Get out there and experience this for yourself, you won't regret it. And when you do, how about actually beating the damn game and then judging it?    … Expand
  94. Drazn
    Nov 29, 2015
    10
    Memorable Characters, Amazing Soundtrack, Superb writing and enough charm to give you diabetes make Undertale an experience you should do yourself a favor and spend the humble price of £6.99 to have.

    But beware, if you choose to FIGHT... You're gonna have a bad time. Also. I noticed a lot of negative reviews claiming that people are being paid to post positive reviews. Aside from    Memorable Characters, Amazing Soundtrack, Superb writing and enough charm to give you diabetes make Undertale an experience you should do yourself a favor and spend the humble price of £6.99 to have.

    But beware, if you choose to FIGHT... You're gonna have a bad time.

    Also. I noticed a lot of negative reviews claiming that people are being paid to post positive reviews. Aside from this being insulting to the fans of the game, it also shows a fundamental lack of understanding of Toby Fox's (The main developer of Undertale) financial situation.

    Have a look at the Steam store page, and then try to tell me that the 16,431 (as of this writing) positive reviews have all be paid by Toby Fox, a guy who until recently was only known for his musical works for the Homestuck comic series.

    This is not some AAA game that is paying for perfect reviews from PCGamer and IGN. This is a legitimately well designed and now well loved game.

    If you don't like the game, you are welcome to your opinion. But don't try to belittle the opinions of others by spreading bulls**t about them.

    Thank you.    … Expand
  95. hahn_s0l0
    Nov 30, 2015
    10
    Toby Fox came out of no where and landed a masterpiece. One of the best games. Period. Soundtracks. Period. Experiences. Period. Ever. From the first play through to the tenth it never stops giving more. In comparison to the soulless holiday fodder we see coming from big name developers, a game like this that is so clearly a passionate act of deep attention and loving labor shines. ItToby Fox came out of no where and landed a masterpiece. One of the best games. Period. Soundtracks. Period. Experiences. Period. Ever. From the first play through to the tenth it never stops giving more. In comparison to the soulless holiday fodder we see coming from big name developers, a game like this that is so clearly a passionate act of deep attention and loving labor shines. It evokes real feelings, is packed with dense detail, and is nothing short of beautiful. Well done.… Expand
  96. Prometheus7568
    Nov 30, 2015
    10
    This game. There are no words to describe the emotions that this beautifully crafted game will invoke. Whether it be happy, sad, or bittersweet, this game hits you HARD. Go buy it now.
  97. BetterThanSonic
    Dec 1, 2015
    10
    I am still in a state of disbelief over the fact that in this day and age a game as good as Undertale could exist when things as awful as Sonic Boom and Sonic Adventure also exist.
  98. Bwazey
    Dec 1, 2015
    10
    Everything about this game is amazing.

    The bad puns.

    The goofy characters.

    The hilarious and entertaining boss fights.

    Everything is just designed to perfection. This game deserves every ounce of hype it's received. It honestly changed the way I've looked at video games and even life itself! Everybody NEEDS to give it a chance.
  99. Arjunova
    Dec 1, 2015
    10
    Amazing game. It shows that sometimes the simplest in graphics can be outstanding in ways I couldn't understand. I will say that this is my favorite game of all time. Amazing story, the characters will have you bursting into laughter or with tears running down your cheeks. It has humor, twists, emotion, everything you need to make a great game. I would suggest this to anyone.
  100. KirbyCrasher
    Dec 1, 2015
    10
    A great game! Great combat system, and the characters are some of the best I've seen in years. The art is also amazingly directed.

    This game flawless, great story and characters it's something you'll never forget.
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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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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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