Undertale

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8.5

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  1. RealGoodReviews
    Apr 29, 2022
    10
    It's a really great game from my experience, the writing is really good, the character designs are well thought out, and the best detail is the routes. I have not seen a game this great in my life, you need see the story for yourself and not look at spoilers if you want the best experience.
  2. Arey100
    May 20, 2023
    10
    Everything about this game, wow. I've played this game in full three times and got all the endings, so I won't be going back for a long time. Not that it matters, as I'm stuck on a black screen and literally can't do anything...
  3. Levmih
    May 11, 2022
    10
    Undertale is my favorite game, the characters are made giving them a soul part, the gameplay which from one way seems primitive but you eventually realise the big impact on the game develpoer culture!
    It's a great example when the game made not to get rich, but for yourself! The music got so many fan remakes and remixes + thousands of fan games!
    -S P O I L E R S- Spoilers: The game    Undertale is my favorite game, the characters are made giving them a soul part, the gameplay which from one way seems primitive but you eventually realise the big impact on the game develpoer culture!
    It's a great example when the game made not to get rich, but for yourself! The music got so many fan remakes and remixes + thousands of fan games!

    -S P O I L E R S-

    Spoilers: The game literally talks to the player, what if? what if i will kill everyone? What happends?
    10/10
    -Levmih    … Expand
  4. Monteh
    May 19, 2022
    10
    I was really touched by the story and its depth. The amount of pop culture reference gives the story revelance and helps it to be understood by mass player.
  5. Leaves_Falldown
    May 19, 2022
    10
    What matters to a good game, I think, is not the graphics, but the meaning of the game. Good music certainly makes for a better game experience, but so do graphics. When Toby Fox decided to make the game, perhaps the genre had already been decided. The game is made up of pixels, which is not a weakness, but a feature. By the time I write this review, I have played hundreds of hours andWhat matters to a good game, I think, is not the graphics, but the meaning of the game. Good music certainly makes for a better game experience, but so do graphics. When Toby Fox decided to make the game, perhaps the genre had already been decided. The game is made up of pixels, which is not a weakness, but a feature. By the time I write this review, I have played hundreds of hours and played with many mods. My favorite is Undertale Bits and Pieces. It gives the game better graphics, better music, and some new features. Undertale doesn't see a studio on Steam for this game, but that doesn't mean it doesn't exist on other platforms. If you're reading this review, check it out on GameJolt! You will learn something, I promise.… Expand
  6. Florda74
    May 22, 2022
    10
    Such a unique and heartwarming experience, must play if you like indie games.
  7. Jackie_Jackson
    May 26, 2022
    10
    Вот ты сидиш здесь сейчас читаеш это а сам только и думаеш что об ирисковом пироге ну признайся да
  8. Tampasco
    Dec 21, 2022
    10
    Esse jogo mudou minha visão sobre jogo indie e jogos com gráficos pixelados, com personagens incríveis e uma gameplay desafiante e diferente, fazem esse jogo um obra-prima.
    Nota Final: 9,5
  9. Christian_TV
    Apr 15, 2023
    10
    A masterpiece.Amazing ost,amazing style,amazing plot,amazing characters.Everything is perfect
  10. Kiow
    May 30, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. one of the best games i ever played in my life, I don't regret playing this wonder… Expand
  11. hyrts
    Jun 4, 2022
    10
    A genius game from a genius person. The music, the atmosphere, the story... it's all on point.
  12. Migas162009
    Jun 5, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O jogo é maravilhoso, tem de tudo o que possas imaginar, desde um final maravilhoso em que és amigo de todos ou um final em que matas todos no subterrâneo. Simplesmente um jogo maravilhoso que com certeza vale a pena comprar.… Expand
  13. Theprizegame
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    It is the game that talt me determination and bonus points for supporting gay couples. Most importantly EVERYTHING makes you feel good or terrible
  14. Dorthonion
    Jun 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best games i have ever played. Especially because unlike the other RPG games you don't have to kill people in this game.
    I love that each character has a completely different and unique personality in this game.( And you can befriend all of them)
    Lastly, the music is so cool.    … Expand
  15. AbdulsametAktas
    Jun 23, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Although this game was released in 2015, it is still a game that can be played. The music is great, the characters are great, the story is beyond perfect, but if you want to know the story of this game completely, you should definitely look at its videos and investigate its mysteries. Undertale gives you what you want from a story rpg in a great way. Especially the little jokes made in the game It organizes the atmosphere, not only in a serious environment, but really throws you into all kinds of people of a city, but sometimes it gives action and reminds you that the environment you are in is not very safe. It has countless features that are not explained in a way that reminds me of it as the best game of 2015. If we sum all these up, my Undertale a score is definitely 10/10.… Expand
  16. Name091
    Jun 24, 2022
    10
    The plot and meaning in the game is good. The game has 3 endings. I could talk about this plot for a very long time, but I personally am too lazy to write.
  17. DogeDangas
    Jul 10, 2022
    10
    In my opinion there is a simple description for this game, and i really think its a good game with good history and differents ends
  18. Yusufsf
    Oct 2, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Undertale is a strange game to play this game has 3 beautiful endings one is good one is bad one is natural sometimes it can be fun, sad, exciting with over 100 soundtracks Wich is may be best game ever What ever you do stay
    DETERMINED    … Expand
  19. Vyacheslav1
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    Undertale has a great storyline, multiple endings, interesting characters. What I also like the most is that every choice you make affects the rest of the story. Lots of Easter eggs. Of the minuses, very old graphics, but this is not very important, because you quickly get used to it and the imagination finishes the details. It's the same to say that the book is bad because there are noUndertale has a great storyline, multiple endings, interesting characters. What I also like the most is that every choice you make affects the rest of the story. Lots of Easter eggs. Of the minuses, very old graphics, but this is not very important, because you quickly get used to it and the imagination finishes the details. It's the same to say that the book is bad because there are no pictures in it. Undertale is wonderful game!… Expand
  20. weToL4015
    Aug 14, 2022
    10
    Söyleyecek şey bulamadım, pixel grafiklerle grafiklerin bu denli geliştiği dönemde harika işler çıkarmış.
  21. Yusuf434792
    Aug 2, 2022
    10
    Good game,perfect game,super game .Download and play.Beacuse this game so beautiful and amusament.
  22. Vaskonoi
    Aug 4, 2022
    10
    ohhh there is nothing to say about this game. Because this game really really awesome 100/99
  23. knaqUantom
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Beatifull game. İ love game so much. İ love this pixel arts so much. thank you Toby Fox.
  24. Firsthelaed
    Sep 26, 2022
    10
    the game with most iconic soundtracks i have ever seen in the game universe
  25. elTortas4k
    Sep 15, 2022
    10
    Este juego nunca me llamó la atención, hasta que un dia, aburrido, decidí probarlo. Me sorprendió bastante, al final si que era muy entretenido hasta que descubrí que la historia tiene mas importancia de lo que pensaba, que por cierto es increíble. Este juego te muestra muchos valores, el primero de todos, que no juzgues a algo por su portada, porque de verdad me parecía aburrido y típicoEste juego nunca me llamó la atención, hasta que un dia, aburrido, decidí probarlo. Me sorprendió bastante, al final si que era muy entretenido hasta que descubrí que la historia tiene mas importancia de lo que pensaba, que por cierto es increíble. Este juego te muestra muchos valores, el primero de todos, que no juzgues a algo por su portada, porque de verdad me parecía aburrido y típico juego rpg, pero no es así. El siguiente valor básicamente es "tus acciones tienen consecuencias", y el siguiente es el valor de la amistad. Reconozco por completo que este juego me ha parecido emotivo.… Expand
  26. SlavusJ
    Nov 2, 2022
    10
    Мне нравится Андертэйл и мне хочется рассказать мои впечатления от игры
    1. Сюжет: он очень прикольный, он волшебный (буквально) и я не очень люблю фэнтэзи но здесь он вписывается.
    2. Стиль: пиксельный стиль в этой игре с фэнтэзи напоминает " The legend of zelda" но по факту они разные. 3. Персонажи: тут много забавных персонажей от очень доброй няни которая любит детей до злого двойника    Мне нравится Андертэйл и мне хочется рассказать мои впечатления от игры
    1. Сюжет: он очень прикольный, он волшебный (буквально) и я не очень люблю фэнтэзи но здесь он вписывается.
    2. Стиль: пиксельный стиль в этой игре с фэнтэзи напоминает " The legend of zelda" но по факту они разные.
    3. Персонажи: тут много забавных персонажей от очень доброй няни которая любит детей до злого двойника игрока.
    (Про оптимизацию говорить не буду она хорошая    … Expand
  27. Strike30
    Nov 7, 2022
    10
    My Undertale review
    ------------------------------
    Some personal backstory ------------------------------------- Undertale is my favorite game of all time, its an easy 10/10 for me but that was obvious, I'm here to talk about why this is the game that changed my life and showed me my new passion. I bought Undertale after I heard from a friend it was good, back then I didn't know much    My Undertale review
    ------------------------------
    Some personal backstory
    -------------------------------------
    Undertale is my favorite game of all time, its an easy 10/10 for me but that was obvious, I'm here to talk about why this is the game that changed my life and showed me my new passion.
    I bought Undertale after I heard from a friend it was good, back then I didn't know much about the game but decided to buy it to experience a "good game" since back then all I played were small mobile games.
    To my absolute shock the game was very nicely presented right from the start, I played it and was Immediately hooked into it, fast forward a month later and I finished the game for the first time.
    Only in that moment I realized how much a good story and some loveable characters can put you through.
    Since then I did the pacifist route and that was the first and currently only time I ever cried at a video game, the feeling I felt when I saw the ending was so heartwarming and it when I felt it I knew that it is my favorite game.

    The game itself
    -----------------------
    The game has a very nice earth-bound like art style and some very good yet simple sprites, you can tell what is a character's personality purely from 1 of its sprites, and the backgrounds are incredible.

    The music of this game is actually stunning! there are so many beautiful, relaxing, upbeat, exciting and action filled tracks! Toby fox did an incredible work with every single one!

    The story was the thing that brought it all together. The characters, the plot itself, the hilarious moments, the sadness, the love and the determination I felt going through the underground were indescribable. This game is worth playing purely for the story itself.

    if I didn't make it obvious, this game is a 10/10 I wish I could give it a higher number and I hope to make a very deep analysis video on this in the future but for now, go buy it.
    Thank you toby fox    … Expand
  28. RETROBOB7890
    Nov 20, 2022
    10
    Bro undertale was a great RPG I don't usually like RPG's but this one I different. Amazing story's,gamplay and soundtrack. Play this game its amazing!! The pc version is probably the best version in my opinion!!

    Amazing.. masterpiece
  29. Radlerdani
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    Ein Revolutionäres Spiel. Schaut euch die Fan-Made Videos auf Youtube an - dann weiß man, was man hier geschaffen hat. Eine wahre Perle. Man muss sich nur verdammt gut in das Spiel hineinlesen und verstehen.
  30. batjuanos
    Dec 20, 2022
    10
    Undertale is a turn based RPG with a unique twist. Instead if slaughtering every single enemy you see, you are given the choice to spare them. Without going too much into spoilers, this gameplay mechanic has a large effect on your in game experience. The cast is full if vibrant personalities and kooky characters. The main selling point of the game is the incredible soundtrack. FromUndertale is a turn based RPG with a unique twist. Instead if slaughtering every single enemy you see, you are given the choice to spare them. Without going too much into spoilers, this gameplay mechanic has a large effect on your in game experience. The cast is full if vibrant personalities and kooky characters. The main selling point of the game is the incredible soundtrack. From "megalovania" to "hopes and dreams" the songs will make you feel a range of strong emotions. If you're into good storytelling and games affected by choice, this game si for you.… Expand
  31. El_saiki64
    Apr 6, 2023
    10
    El mejor indie de la historia.
    Tiene una banda sonora de primera, con una gran variedad de estilos , no solo una, sino varias historias que tu mismo desarrollas conforme tu realices tus acciones.
    El mejor indie
  32. efsanesavas
    Jan 7, 2023
    10
    Amazing characters but a bad community overall. Amazing game, one of the best stories. 3 different endings. The mercy mechanic is really great. Fighting system is really great and you must play this game immediately.
  33. Gamer_omg
    Dec 19, 2022
    10
    Undertale não é apenas um RPG cujo você precisa matar monstros para evoluir e derrotar o chefe final, e sim que os montros te atacam por um motivo, e cabe a você decidir se vai seguir ser um pacifista ou um assassino . Darei um 10 pela história, eastereggs, por não ser um RPG genérico, pelo comportamento da IA ser excepcionalmente bom, falta de bugs e glitchs, multi-finais, jogabilidade,Undertale não é apenas um RPG cujo você precisa matar monstros para evoluir e derrotar o chefe final, e sim que os montros te atacam por um motivo, e cabe a você decidir se vai seguir ser um pacifista ou um assassino . Darei um 10 pela história, eastereggs, por não ser um RPG genérico, pelo comportamento da IA ser excepcionalmente bom, falta de bugs e glitchs, multi-finais, jogabilidade, musicas extremamente boas, batalhas insanas, algumas coisas engraçadas e, arte maravilhosa.… Expand
  34. Joe2539
    Jan 2, 2023
    10
    Very Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good
  35. TForThe
    Jan 18, 2023
    10
    This game is good only because it has funny and goofy characters
    Very good game
    11/10
  36. Wopod5
    Jan 19, 2023
    10
    In my opinion Undertale is a great game with good characters and an interesting story, furthermore I would recommend this game to other people and I can't wait for the sequel. 10/10
  37. arllda
    Feb 4, 2023
    10
    I've finished this game many times, I discovered something new every time I finish it, but I never had the courage to play the bad ending in these finishes, I don't dare, I get attached to the characters, even if I want evil, I can't, it has such a nice atmosphere that it cannot be explained
  38. Krazee8
    Jan 29, 2023
    10
    Jogo Incrível .
  39. Bek_
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    fonny skeleton and the little kid fight but kid kill skeleton and skeleton go "broder want grollby" and he die. good game
  40. GatekiriYuuko
    Feb 5, 2023
    10
    great characters good story fun gameplay and deep background story. No need to say more
  41. SabaPro
    Mar 4, 2023
    10
    probably the first good game i ever played to be honest, very big part of my childhood.
  42. cetof12
    Mar 4, 2023
    10
    Putting aside the community, this game is a masterpiece .
  43. whbqaaaae
    Mar 13, 2023
    10
    ayo, this game is P E R F E C T, everything, the musics, combat, characters, the art, the 3 finals are incredible, and GO PLAY THIS WORK OF ART NOW
  44. VaeL_XJB
    Mar 18, 2023
    10
    me rei de el por sus graficos pero me cerro el culo de una manera que fua chaval
  45. egrade
    Mar 26, 2023
    10
    el mejor juego que he jugado mi juego favorito todo es hermoso la banda sonora el sistema de combate el carisma de los personajes undertale debió como mínimo ser nominado a juego del año de 2015 a pesar de los años sigue siendo el mejor juego que he jugado
  46. AFCVentura
    Mar 30, 2023
    10
    This is the best game ever made, the soundtrack is memorable, the gameplay is simple but funny and the message and lore can make you cry easily, Toby Fox is a genius
  47. AIndieFanatic
    Mar 30, 2023
    10
    It's a fantastic game,just buy this!The music is great,story and characters well written and gameplay is awesome to.
  48. acethebased
    Apr 10, 2023
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. Everything is perfect. That's all I have to say. This game is unbelievably underpriced, for only $5 it's more than worth it. GET. THIS. GAME.
  49. Armansafari
    Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Wooooooo.PERFECT SCORE justice is getting served right now udjdjdjskdk of all off to us all ha to Ka full Ka full of ufuofydjdkgdgkflfyochlxgkchlxgifgivhkfjldrovhkxjlsrugjldyovgixpi FS utfup
  50. Chestno
    May 2, 2023
    10
    В конце есть конец, В начале 3 пути, Один красивый другой скверный третий мертвый
  51. Eldekugames
    May 11, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best game of story AND best soundtrack of story 10/10 djdnd dixndkdndid… Expand
  52. ravi0
    May 15, 2023
    10
    my favorite game, it's amazing.
    I've told some many friends of mine to play it, everyone, even the one's that never played a videogame, loved it.
    I really recommend playing it with friends, it's very fun to see their reactions and choices.
  53. Blaze_Zebry
    May 21, 2023
    10
    Incredible game, practically perfect the fact that it has the genocidal and pacifist and neutral route. Here everything you do has a consequence, perfect game
  54. CliqueGentle
    May 22, 2023
    10
    One of my favourite games. Everyone should try it. Interesting combat and interactions with in-game characters made me love it. Sorry for bad english.
  55. THE_DUCK
    May 29, 2023
    10
    A game that left me quite surprised. I was believing it was going to be a game that I would forget in a few days, but the story, world, characters and gameplay the most revolutionary of this game, that instead of fighting monsters your goal is to become friends with them even more the fact that the game forces you to help and become friends to have the happy ending of the game makes itA game that left me quite surprised. I was believing it was going to be a game that I would forget in a few days, but the story, world, characters and gameplay the most revolutionary of this game, that instead of fighting monsters your goal is to become friends with them even more the fact that the game forces you to help and become friends to have the happy ending of the game makes it beautiful. This game reinforces even more the idea that we have no enemies.… Expand
  56. Tokko
    Jul 15, 2023
    10
    Very fun game, good story and amazing music. You can say that this game has a retrò design but i think this particular is one that will keep this game alive over the years. The mechanics aren't that hard in the early stages of the game, the difficulty increases with your progress so you can improve easily your skill. I think this game it is suitable for all ages, there are some parts thatVery fun game, good story and amazing music. You can say that this game has a retrò design but i think this particular is one that will keep this game alive over the years. The mechanics aren't that hard in the early stages of the game, the difficulty increases with your progress so you can improve easily your skill. I think this game it is suitable for all ages, there are some parts that make you a little anxious and others that point to the comic side. Soo yeah 10/10… Expand
  57. Seathate
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    ÖN SÖZ

    Bu oyunu kaçıncı kez bitirdiğimi inanın bilmiyorum. Tabi hep korsan oynadım ilk defa satın alıyorum çünkü buna değer. Her seferinde müzikleri ile, atmosferi ile beni kendine bağlıyor. ATMOSFER Eğlenceli karakterleri, yer yer güldüren diyalogları... Oynanış her boss savaşında değiştiğinden hiç sıkmıyor. Oyun müzikleri ile birlikte o kadar güzel bir atmosfer yaratıyor ki,    ÖN SÖZ

    Bu oyunu kaçıncı kez bitirdiğimi inanın bilmiyorum. Tabi hep korsan oynadım ilk defa satın alıyorum çünkü buna değer. Her seferinde müzikleri ile, atmosferi ile beni kendine bağlıyor.

    ATMOSFER

    Eğlenceli karakterleri, yer yer güldüren diyalogları... Oynanış her boss savaşında değiştiğinden hiç sıkmıyor. Oyun müzikleri ile birlikte o kadar güzel bir atmosfer yaratıyor ki, bulunduğunuz ortamdaki herkes ile diyaloğa girmek istiyorsunuz. Her yazıyı okuyor, her karakter ile konuşuyorsunuz ve bu konuşmalar boş değil. Her karakter anlatacağı bir şey varsa konuşuyor yoksa kısa kesiyor. Yani oyun vaktinizi hiç çalmadan akıp gidiyor.

    MİZAHİ YANI

    Mizah anlayışı da oldukça iyi bence. Ben özelikle böyle 4.Duvarı yıkarak yapılan esprileri çok severim ve bu oyunda da bunlardan bolca var.

    OYNANIŞ VE BOSS SAVAŞLARI

    Oynanış mekanikleri her canavarın kendine has saldırıları olmasından dolayı hiç sıkmıyor ve asla kendinizi OP hissetmiyorsunuz. Hiçbir savaşı gözü kapalı kazanamıyorsunuz oyun sizi hep dinamik tutuyor. Boss savaşları da oldukça kaliteli. Her boss savaşı oyuna yeni bir mekanik eklediği için hem boss savaşları diğer savaşlardan ayrılıyor, hem de birbirlerinden ayrılıyorlar. Müziklerin kalitesinden bir kez daha bahsedeceğim çünkü her bir boss savaşını inanılmaz epic hale getiriyorlar.

    HİKAYE VE KARAKTERLER

    Tüm yazacaklarım oyunun iyi sonu için geçerlidir. Karakterlerin hepsi kendini sevdirten, samimi ve gerçekten karakter gibi hissettiren karakterler. Her biri sanki cidden yaşayan bir arkadaşınız gibi. Troll kavramına yeni bir boyut kazandırmış, 4.duvar diye bir kavramdan habersiz Sans. Yaptığı absürt şeyler ile sizi gülümsetmeyi başaran Papyrus. Kesinlikle karizmatik, en havalı aksiyon anlarının baş rolü Undyne, Anne sıcaklığı ile oyunun başında sizin elinizden tutan, yanında iken kendinizi güven ve huzur içinde hissettiren Toriel. Bilim adamı olmasına rağmen popüler kültür hayranı ve sahneleri ile beni en çok güldüren ikili Dr.Alphys ve Mettaton. Oyundaki en havalı boss savaşı müziğine sahip, en heybetli boss kral Asgore. Şerefsizlik diye bir kitap olsa kesinlikle imzalatmaya gideceğim, melek yüzlü şeytan tabirinin birebir karşılığı Flowey. Bunlar sadece ana karakterler yan karakterlerden bahsedersem bu yazı bitmez.

    SONUÇ

    Kesinlikle 18 Tl'nin çok üstünde bir içerik bolluğu ve kalitesi sunuyor Undertale. Bence bu tür ilginç, retro atmosfere sahip oyunlar ile hoşlaşıyor iseniz bir şans verin, pişman olmazsınız efendim.    … Expand
  58. Yonidavidov
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    This is a video game you need to expirence yourself, it's narrative that is better then any I have ever seen in my entire life, the characters act like real like real people and feel like people and the music is amazing, this truly is a masterpiece
  59. Bwzts
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    God damn masterpiece… everything about this game is **** phenomenally executed, from its kickass soundtrack to its super immersive story/characters, this game is nothing short of legendary. The fact that a game with literal Atari graphics can be so widely adored just proves you can achieve anything…
  60. romaga
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    best game ever, it has the best gameplay, great fighting method, and the best endings.
  61. Alarchou
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    Undertale est probablement le meilleur jeu indé à ce jour, les graphismes peuvent être qualifié de moche mais je trouve personnellement que cela donne un style propre au jeu lui donnant une identité dont la plupart des AAA sont dépourvus et le jeu possède les meilleurs OST qu'on puisse trouver dans un jeu vidéo. L'histoire et rapidement prenante et touchante remplie de personnagesUndertale est probablement le meilleur jeu indé à ce jour, les graphismes peuvent être qualifié de moche mais je trouve personnellement que cela donne un style propre au jeu lui donnant une identité dont la plupart des AAA sont dépourvus et le jeu possède les meilleurs OST qu'on puisse trouver dans un jeu vidéo. L'histoire et rapidement prenante et touchante remplie de personnages remarquables et le système de combat est très intéressant nous poussant même à culpabiliser sur nos actes. Le fait de pouvoir refaire le jeu avec différentes routes et juste génial et la multitude de secret et de lore dissimulé dans le jeu permet aux fans de théoriser dessus. J'ai fais le jeu d'une traite il y a déjà quelques années et le jeu me marque pourtant encore aujourd'hui.… Expand
  62. unwaten
    Aug 25, 2023
    10
    Undertale: An Emotional Journey that Forges a Unique Bond

    Undertale stands out as a game that brings a breath of fresh air to the gaming world and leaves a lasting impact on players' hearts. By examining its positive aspects, we can understand why Undertale is so special and unique. Ability to Form Emotional Bonds: Undertale boasts a unique story that allows players to form    Undertale: An Emotional Journey that Forges a Unique Bond

    Undertale stands out as a game that brings a breath of fresh air to the gaming world and leaves a lasting impact on players' hearts. By examining its positive aspects, we can understand why Undertale is so special and unique.

    Ability to Form Emotional Bonds:

    Undertale boasts a unique story that allows players to form genuine emotional connections with its characters. The personalities, backgrounds, and quirks of these characters draw players in, inviting them to become a part of their stories. This turns the game into much more than an ordinary RPG.

    Freedom to Choose Your Path:

    Undertale empowers you to shape the story directly through your choices and actions. Feeling the consequences of every decision adds depth and realism to the game. The futures of characters and the ultimate story ending lie in your hands, providing a greater sense of agency within the game world.

    Humor Unlike Any Other:

    Undertale is infused with a distinct and unexpected sense of humor. Clever dialogues, absurd characters, and unexpected situations go beyond making players chuckle. These comedic elements contribute to the game's depth, making it a truly unforgettable experience.

    Musical Atmosphere:

    Undertale's music adds another layer to the experience. Each section's soundtrack reflects the atmosphere and emotional tone of that part, immersing players further. These melodies enhance the emotional journey of the game.

    Conclusion:

    Undertale stands as a masterpiece that has carved a unique niche in the gaming realm. Its ability to forge emotional bonds, offer freedom of choice, deliver distinctive humor, and feature enchanting music creates an unforgettable experience. Undertale is more than just a game; it's a storytelling form that touches players' hearts in ways that transcend the ordinary.    … Expand
  63. Tidjani99
    Sep 4, 2023
    10
    I consider the Undertale game a distinct game from any other game because of its beautiful story, its wonderful characters, and its dazzling and beautiful world. I consider the Undertale game one of the best things I have played in my life.
  64. Kiarash_
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    Awesome story and great soundtrack The characters are really magnificently created
  65. 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
  66. Masterhummel
    Oct 5, 2015
    9
    Undertale is a weired thing that just happened.

    It remembers me a lot of the early 00s where the Internet spat out RPGMaker games in ridicioulus amounts. Aside from the 1001t Chrono Trigger clone, there where a lot of games coming from this which had really interesting and intriguing concepts that wheren't seen in professional game development just because no one could think of such a    Undertale is a weired thing that just happened.

    It remembers me a lot of the early 00s where the Internet spat out RPGMaker games in ridicioulus amounts. Aside from the 1001t Chrono Trigger clone, there where a lot of games coming from this which had really interesting and intriguing concepts that wheren't seen in professional game development just because no one could think of such a concept or set of mechanics could work in a commercial game.

    I feel like Undertale is such a game, while nothing entirely new it presents a fresh set of mechanics and ties them together in a unique way while telling a story that's compfortable somewhere between Earthbound and My Little Pony. And let's be entirely honest here, if someone had asked be if that could work out, i would had lughed at him then got a cup of tea to spat it in the persons face and then laughed some more. But in the end, Undertale turned out to remain in my personal Top list of RPGs right next to Chrono Trigger and Secret of Evermore. And that's quite something to archive out of nowhere.

    Undertale can give you quite a few of different experiences. It can either be a joyful comedy or get dark pretty fast. If you can get over the retro graphics and you're into the things mentioned above, then this game might be for you.    … Expand
  67. vahn
    Jan 1, 2016
    9
    For those are so stupid to not understand what I write, I'll make a quick sum up.

    THIS GAME IS GOOD, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT! With that said, I have soooo many issues with it and despite the fact that I understand why this game is good, in my opinion, this was the most boring game I've ever played in 2015. I couldn't get past the third boss for how mind numbingly boring it was, and how    For those are so stupid to not understand what I write, I'll make a quick sum up.

    THIS GAME IS GOOD, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT!

    With that said, I have soooo many issues with it and despite the fact that I understand why this game is good, in my opinion, this was the most boring game I've ever played in 2015. I couldn't get past the third boss for how mind numbingly boring it was, and how the morality "system" is so utterly and insanely broken and flawed, that I just couldn't keep playing. It's definitely one of those games where you either love it or hate it. Guess which side I am?

    But first things first: if people love this game there must be reasons and there ARE reasons: the writing is top notch, the music is BRILLIANT and SUPERB (seriously, I hate the game but I constantly listen to its music) and the gameplay is varied and enjoyable (I guess?). The game is story based and so you'll end up following it in order to finish it, rather than playing it for the gameplay. If I have to pick a real flaw it would be its length: you can finish it the first time in about 6 hours...but it's one of those games that forces you to restart at least once in order to get the true ending, "because that's good development sign"

    Jokes aside, I honestly have no issue with its technical aspect: it's fantastic, and it has no real issues with almost anything...but then why do I hate this game so much?

    It's simple: the game itself is, in a very general way of speaking, a "teaching game" of how "killing is bad" and "doing the right thing is good" and that's a very rough way of describing it. There is more to it, but the game will essentially punish you for doing any evil things and reward you for doing good things. There is a neutral ending, yes, but it's still the same thing.

    I'm sorry, I heard this game was supposed to be SO advanced in terms of morality, but all I'm seeing is a dumbed down version of Mass Effect all of those morality system we have so far: I really don't feel invested on being good or evil, because being evil automatically locks you from the good ending WITHOUT ANY WAYS OF REDEEMING YOURSELF. In addition, I found the characters extremely annoying and hard to care about, I wished I could kill them...but if I kill even one of them, I get the bad ending so what's the point?

    And that's also sad because the fighting is actually good: everytime you get to fight, you have the chance to avoid incoming damage by actually avoiding the enemy attacks, which is a great thing! However, if you decide to go for pacifist, you won't gain exp and levels and will be stuck at lvl 1...i-isn't that so much fun? y-y-y-yay...yay....

    But I understand all of this: the game is all about to be rewarded for doing the good things, and being punished for the bad things...but I'm sorry we all know that this is not true: sometimes you have to act bad for achieving the good, and being good will often lead you "to the bad ending". That's not a theory: it's a life fact, it's a thing that happens all the time and that's why this game really bothers me.

    Plus, I don't need a game to tell me that killing is bad and Undertale, on this part, was treating me like an idiot.

    So despite the rant, I highly recommend this game...because it's good, it's NOT FOR ME but I can see why it's good for many others: it's detailed, it's filled with passion and has nothing terrible going on. But it might or might not bother you about its message and story parts, which really discouraged me to get through the true ending and because I honestly didn't care a single bit about its character: they were boring, and if I tried to act differently than "goodie goodie", I'd get a slap for being "evily evil".

    On this morality regard, I just played better games...and overall, better rpgs.    … Expand
  68. AnonymousPal
    Nov 13, 2015
    9
    Such a breath of fresh air. Love this game, I actually opened a STEAM account to play this and was not disappointed. If you enjoy classic jrpgs or games that provide a novel thought provoking experience this is for you.
  69. Bastrion
    Oct 5, 2015
    9
    It's very much inspired by Earthbound. Simply put, if you loved Earthbound, you will love this. The music is delightful, the characters are charming, the humor is great and the pacing is really well done.

    For a game of such simplistic graphical style, I am surprised it managed to get any light today, but it seems people have played it and it's moving through word of mouth. Some of the    It's very much inspired by Earthbound. Simply put, if you loved Earthbound, you will love this. The music is delightful, the characters are charming, the humor is great and the pacing is really well done.

    For a game of such simplistic graphical style, I am surprised it managed to get any light today, but it seems people have played it and it's moving through word of mouth. Some of the reviews here seem to be from people who have never played games in this style before, which is fine, it definately will not catch for everyone, and is very much a nod to classic RPG's. If you are expecting the wonderful world of the Witcher 3, and the complex combat mechanics of Mass Effect, then look elsewhere. This is an adventure to be had when you want to chill out.

    It is inspiring to see that a game of this nature can still rub shoulders with the AAA massive budget extravaganza's that are all too commonplace these days.    … Expand
  70. plotlesviolence
    Feb 19, 2016
    9
    OVERVIEW = 9
    A Bullet Hell/Platformer in the presentation style of 1980's Japanese RPG's.
    CONTROL/MECHANICS = 9 I do not like Role-Playing Games. Walking Simulator games are validly criticized for having all the interactivity of pressing the "Play" button on a DVD, an experience that could be faithfully recreated by watching a full-length playthrough on Youtube (with branching extra    OVERVIEW = 9
    A Bullet Hell/Platformer in the presentation style of 1980's Japanese RPG's.

    CONTROL/MECHANICS = 9
    I do not like Role-Playing Games. Walking Simulator games are validly criticized for having all the interactivity of pressing the "Play" button on a DVD, an experience that could be faithfully recreated by watching a full-length playthrough on Youtube (with branching extra Youtube videos to click on if you make alternate choices in the game). By that standard, RPG's are sequences of Youtube videos where you must roll dice to see if you get to watch the next video or must restart and roll again. All of the "gameplay" is accomplished internally by the RPG's random number generator, your nigh-omnipotent gaming PC wasted rendering what is essentially a card game with a coat of paint over it. I remember playing Final Fantasy on the original NES and thinking that the lack of gameplay was a concession to the limitations of the hardware against rendering more action, and that the RPG style of game would die out in future generations, and to this day I still can't believe I was wrong about that.
    Fortunately, Undertale is not an RPG. The core gameplay is moving your character's heart icon out of the way of enemy attacks, like a Bullet Hell shooter where you can't shoot back, to avoid taking damage. Cleverly, each enemy type has different but character-specific attack patterns to learn and adapt to.
    In between each defense, you have the option of either attacking or talking to the enemy. Talking is kind of like a conversation puzzle where you try and figure out which of the options is having the right effect, until the enemy is willing to surrender on request.
    Attacking is, frankly, disappointing, the same timer minigame every time, pressing "Z" when the line crosses the exact center, like the field goal mechanic in "NFL Blitz 2001". You'll try it a few times, then give up because the conversation tactic is more interesting. Even the Mario RPG series had several attack patterns you could try.
    There are also a few puzzles in the overworld which are nice distractions.

    PRESENTATION = 7
    The game is rendered in NES-style graphics, with references to alot of games I never played (again, not an RPG fan). It works, but it would have worked better with modern graphics. There are 2D physics in some of the puzzles.
    The plot is really excellent, very self-aware and genuinely cognizant of the failings of similar types of games (i.e., it mocks tutorials sort of like "Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon"). Disappointingly, and annoyingly, none of the dialogue is voiced. This game was made in 2015, not 1985, and “homage” only goes so far in excusing the failures of having an insufficient development budget.

    DESIGN = 7
    The game is linear, but stays engaging throughout its 6 hour runtime, largely because the enemy attack patterns changed, but also because I could never quite predict what would happen next.
    Attacking enemies, however, suffers from the major flaw that if you befriend enemies through conversation, you only get money to buy healing items; but to keep attacking the progressively higher-level enemies without missing, you need to level up, which can only be done through the violent option. So you can't switch back and forth, which inevitably funnels you towards the talking option and the nonviolent ending.
    But, overall, Undertale earns its 9 for staying fun and providing a unique experience with entertaining dialogue. It might have gotten a perfect 10 if it hadn’t chained its presentation to the 1980s and if there were more minigames for attacking the enemies.    … Expand
  71. Annoymous1
    Oct 5, 2015
    9
    An amazing game, with great puzzles, brilliant story and beautiful soundtrack, this game is bound to be one of the top games this year. The only reason it didn't get 10/10 was just the old-school graphics, but its completely forgivable once you delve deep into it.
  72. Underpants158
    Feb 2, 2016
    9
    I heard the buzz I saw the screenshots and I thought "this game must really be something because these graphics don't do anything for me." Not that good graphics are necessary but I didn't even like the art style. Yellow Simpsons-esque character with a terrible haircut and a pink and blue stripped shirt? ehhh. So I played the game and the strangest thing happened. I found myself liking myI heard the buzz I saw the screenshots and I thought "this game must really be something because these graphics don't do anything for me." Not that good graphics are necessary but I didn't even like the art style. Yellow Simpsons-esque character with a terrible haircut and a pink and blue stripped shirt? ehhh. So I played the game and the strangest thing happened. I found myself liking my little terrible style kid protagonist. I liked the enemies. I liked the characters. The game charmed me and usually a large part of a games charm is it's graphical style. This game charmed me solely with its personality. Great writting, great inventive use of interacting with the world, and with so little graphics the game is able to convey emotion and tone so well it amazes me.

    Gameplay wise it plays like a jrpg except when an enemy attacks you have a little 5 second mini game that allows you to dodge it and the mini games change a lot never becoming stagnant and predictable. You also can talk to your enemies down from fighting. You can run the game through without killing anybody and I suggest you do actually because the characters are so great and there is so much to see with them alive. There are puzzles which really are just a way of slowing your progression down a tad bit to extend the game.

    I highly recommend this game. I honestly thought this game would be another critically hyped game that is good not great but due to it's uniqueness gets more praise than it deserves. This is not one of those games. It is truly a masterpiece of a game.    … Expand
  73. Drekassn
    Aug 10, 2016
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'm a bit behind on the times in reviewing this, I know. But I honestly loved this game. I thought what it did with what little it had was very impressive. The story was entertaining and I can't stop listening to the amazing music. Some people are hating on the graphics but I honestly found it very impressive how far the creator was able to go with them. Graphics don't make a game. Story, character, and heart (heh) make a game, which Undertale has plenty of. Regardless, I can't give it a perfect score. Why? There are a few reasons.

    I feel like the story needed to be fleshed out a little bit more. According to a walkthrough I read only after completing the game, if you backtrack all the way back to the VERY beginning, you'll be able to talk to Asriel to get more background story "that may be necessary to fully understand the story". Important plot points shouldn't be held back in secret areas like this. The first human was a pretty important detail that needed to be explained further in the main game. Well-hidden areas or conversations are for side details or amusing Easter eggs, not main plot threads. Not only that, but I really would have liked a bit more detail on some of the main characters as well, but that's just a nitpick. Still, what we got was mostly pretty clear, so I wouldn't take away too many points for this.

    Also, the combat system is not especially my cup of tea. I'm not personally great at bullet-hell kinds of games, so I felt like that kind of held me back from fully enjoying the game because the combat system often felt more frustrating than I feel it needed to. But that may be just me. Not everyone can be good at every kind of game, after all.

    Finally, while I fully enjoyed the differences in morality between killing and sparing creatures, and I feel it made for an incredible difference in dynamic, I feel like the all-or-nothing route was a little bit... excessive? I mean, I don't feel like anyone could really fault a child for fighting a strange creature back when it was hurling attacks at him. However, the extent to which they basically treat you like Hitler after killing almost anything in this game is a little much. As I said, I really do enjoy the game and its different paths, but it REALLY is a little on the nose.

    Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed the game, even with these few small criticisms. If you can appreciate the game for what it is without getting hung-up on the graphics or the peculiar combat system, I think there's really something to appreciate here.    … Expand
  74. 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
  75. 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.
  76. 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
  77. 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.
  78. Avodeskorm
    Sep 26, 2015
    9
    Never do I feel that there is a wasted moment in Undertale. Not in the writing, characters, etc.

    Never.

    This game is so undeniably pure, that you just have to stop and admire it.
  79. VidyaBum
    Dec 4, 2015
    9
    9 for:

    Good enough gameplay(nothing fantastic, but it's alright) Fantastically charming characters Decent world building Great soundtrack Good plot if slightly poorly explained sometimes Determination But in the long run, for all the appreciation I can give this game, I fear it will not survive the hype. Its content is a little too short and its characters' charm, while very    9 for:

    Good enough gameplay(nothing fantastic, but it's alright)
    Fantastically charming characters
    Decent world building
    Great soundtrack
    Good plot if slightly poorly explained sometimes
    Determination

    But in the long run, for all the appreciation I can give this game, I fear it will not survive the hype. Its content is a little too short and its characters' charm, while very appreciable for the length of the game, would probably not survive a much longer game. They're not shallow, but they're clearly centered around their own personality tropes. Sans is the only one I think could survive a longer game since he keeps an aura of mystery. But Papyrus, Undyne, Toriel, Mettaton, they were all very well-concentrated characters, in the sense that each of their story arcs lasts about an hour or less and that they all give all that their personality can give for that length of time. But for longer, I don't think they'd stay interesting or all that fun for long.

    The semi-meh gameplay doesn't really harm the game since it's at least a good deal challenging at the start, but it's nowhere near great. As for the visuals, they're simply ass. I find no redeeming qualities in it, not even the "retro" feel, and the animation work is particularly weak, except for the bosses where they indeed have a lot of personality.

    Still, with a great music and a cast that did make me laugh and cry quite a lot, Undertale is a magnificent little piece of indie gaming. And even if you kick out the "indie" aspect, it's endearing enough and worked enough to make a lot of gamers reflect on gaming and enjoy a new style of gameplay and storytelling.    … Expand
  80. MrAptronym
    Sep 30, 2015
    9
    I love this game. Not much I can say without spoiling it, but its a game that ties gameplay to story well. It has wonderful music and visuals and the characters are charming. There are a ton of little touches that make the world come alive.

    Its not perfect, go more combat heavy and you will see an overly simplistic battle system. Simply put, one way of playing is more engaging and    I love this game. Not much I can say without spoiling it, but its a game that ties gameplay to story well. It has wonderful music and visuals and the characters are charming. There are a ton of little touches that make the world come alive.

    Its not perfect, go more combat heavy and you will see an overly simplistic battle system. Simply put, one way of playing is more engaging and fulfilling than others. There are also a couple gags that wear out their welcome.

    That doesn't change what this game did right though, and it does enough right that it should be a must play title for anyone that enjoys adventure or JRPG titles.    … Expand
  81. Gohenko
    Oct 5, 2015
    9
    When trying to describe Undertale, the word "lovely" comes to mind a lot. If you fancy retro RPGs and all things lovely, you'll love this game. If playing something that can be described as lovely sounds absolutely horrid to you (so in other words if you're a total killjoy in life), you'll probably not enjoy this game so much.

    ...Just play it already, will you?
  82. 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.
  83. DJAftershock
    Nov 9, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I shall preface this review with "I DON'T EVEN LIKE RPGS." Keep that it mind. Undertale is frankly a one-of-a-kind experience. Its storytelling is powerful and the paper-thinness of the fourth wall is amazingly creative. You'll grow to know and understand each and every character in the game (my favourite being Mettaton, as yours should be too) as you progress. For replay value, the game can be played two different ways, each of which has its own challenges. You can decide to NOT kill any monster you come across, which requires some outside thinking to end each conflict peacefully, or you can decide to go down the Genocide route which actually showcases the game's characters at their best - y'know, as they all join together to try to stop you killing the entire world, you monster. Overall, it's worth playing the game to see BOTH of these experiences - the Genocide ending gives fantastic battles, the most epic tracks in the OST and a subtle "TAKE THAT, **** at streamers (invaluable, really) while the Pacifist ending is the more... stomachable route with many genuinely funny moments and... a skeleton-dating sim. Well, that's all you can ask for, isn't it?… Expand
  84. Nikademus
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    Undertale is what you get when you take a classic Japanese RPG from the heydays of SNES, take away all the paddings and **** and jack up the laughter and tears to eleven. I won't spoil it for you, but you really have to try this game. My only complaint is it feels a little too short.
  85. 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.
  86. Serenityinaz12
    Jan 1, 2016
    9
    Mind blowing - believe the hype. I went into it doubtful, but it blew me away. So original and creative, super good soundtrack, funny as hell, you just need to play it and stick with it for a while, it took a while to click with me but when it did wow
  87. RudigerX
    Sep 26, 2015
    9
    This game throws up many surprises. It's so simple and yet great fun. This game is a throwback in the graphics and sound but it all works and I love it. I highly recommend this.
  88. 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
  89. vigen1
    Sep 17, 2015
    9
    A brilliant and engaging tale that keeps surprising! The enemies are fun and varied and the game even breaks the 4th wall. Really unique and punny! The combat is simplistic but fun but might put some people off
  90. DJukor
    Sep 24, 2015
    9
    This is the most immersive game i played in a long time and it looks like a snes/nes game.
    If there ever was a shining example, of the fact that games dont need impressive grafics, or famous voice actors, and an orchestral Hollywood score to make you feel something, and care about imaginary characters, than this is it.
  91. iipotato
    Nov 29, 2015
    9
    UNDERTALE is astonishing. The graphics may not be the most advanced or visually pleasing, but the story is developed in such an amazing way. You can tell that the creator of Undertale put a lot of thought into each character's development rather than form them in some "just another character to fill in the space" kind-of-way.

    I think that's what hits the players the most. It's the    UNDERTALE is astonishing. The graphics may not be the most advanced or visually pleasing, but the story is developed in such an amazing way. You can tell that the creator of Undertale put a lot of thought into each character's development rather than form them in some "just another character to fill in the space" kind-of-way.

    I think that's what hits the players the most. It's the story. The past, the present, and the future all tie into this game. And another well-planned factor is that your own life feels impacted by the story. UNDERTALE is not a game in which you beat the story, and forget about it soon after. You will be so moved by some of the dialogue and backgrounds, that maybe you will change after experiencing this game.

    Not to mention, the soundtrack of this game is beautiful. It strengthens the story by a mile. (Without reading the comment section, search up Reunited or ASGORE if you'd like. A little spoilery, but it is some of the best soundtracks in my opinion.)

    If you want to play this game, don't wiki up the plot or any of the characters. Just see what happens as you play it yourself. It's worth it.

    And don't believe the critics that say this game is for young children. In no way is it suitable, because there are hints of dark and sinister themes. But don't let this scare you. UNDERTALE also has elements of adorable, dorky, and happy themes.

    Hope your adventure is filled with DETERMINATION.    … Expand
  92. 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.
  93. 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
  94. sarahAnthony
    Oct 26, 2015
    9
    This game is really great. It came out of nowhere and it surprised! If you like your RPGs oldskool - then get this game. I think once more content is released it will be an instant 10 for me!
  95. 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
  96. fantasylife
    Sep 26, 2015
    9
    This game has a ton of heart.

    Now are there things to dislike about this game, yes. It is a pretty short game and the world feels very small. It's extremely linear and although your choices are recorded by the game, honestly there just isn't that many choices you can actually make, its more like one choice over and over again. Because of these things, as a whole the game is much more    This game has a ton of heart.

    Now are there things to dislike about this game, yes. It is a pretty short game and the world feels very small. It's extremely linear and although your choices are recorded by the game, honestly there just isn't that many choices you can actually make, its more like one choice over and over again. Because of these things, as a whole the game is much more like 'one shot' by Mathew Velasquez and NightMargin than earthbound. Which isn't bad. One shot was great and if you liked that game I would recommend this game or vice-versa.

    I would just agree that this game is similar to earthbound in more of an Easter egg way, then anything else . However, you have to consider, earthbound, was a fully staffed, and much larger game. Which is all the more reason to buy this game and support Toby. Unlike soooo many kickstart games that are ridiculously bad or never even finished. I think Toby delivered a solid enough game to give me hope. This game is not an epic adventure, its more like a fun romp in a very small city. But if you enjoy it for what it is, it is fun enough. And who knows, Undertale 2, or whatever is next, could be spectacular.    … Expand
  97. zjk1569
    Sep 28, 2015
    9
    What a fantastic, magical little game. My only real complaint is that it's a shorter than I would have liked, and while the game may not look like much, its visual design and soundtrack are lovely. (Either way, I came of age around 94-99, and had limited access to 8, 16, and 32-bit games at the time, so less lustrous graphics aren't an immediate turn-off for me.) The battles, such as theyWhat a fantastic, magical little game. My only real complaint is that it's a shorter than I would have liked, and while the game may not look like much, its visual design and soundtrack are lovely. (Either way, I came of age around 94-99, and had limited access to 8, 16, and 32-bit games at the time, so less lustrous graphics aren't an immediate turn-off for me.) The battles, such as they are, combine some of my favorite features of both the Mother and Shin Megami games (chatting, rather than just immediately brawling, with humorously designed weirdos and outcasts).

    The game's key selling point is its gentle kindheartedness. It has a sort of quirky sentimentality that it earns through your interactions with the bizarre denizens of the game world, but which is also buffeted by the beautiful soundtrack and soft, simple visuals. There is also the general goofiness, which I wouldn't say is side-splitting hilarity, but which made me smile and just generally feel good. I'd recommend this game to fans of Studio Ghibli and the Mother series, but try it yourself of course (as with anything, liking one does not necessitate liking the others). For what it's worth, I thought this game was touching, memorable, and a lot of fun to play through.

    I know I'll be getting MGSV and Fallout 4 before the end of the year, and I have no doubts that Xenoblade Chronicles X will wow me, but I'm overjoyed that I spent a weekend with this beautiful little gem that I'll no doubt return to time and again.    … Expand
  98. StriderVM
    Oct 3, 2015
    9
    This game is not perfect. I repeat this game is not perfect.

    ..... But your child / significant other is not perfect either. It may not be perfect, but you accept it for what it is, it can make you cry, laugh and care. And it will probably touch your heart and remain that way the remainder of your life. ... And yes, killing them all is not an option either.... Unless you wanna    This game is not perfect. I repeat this game is not perfect.

    ..... But your child / significant other is not perfect either.

    It may not be perfect, but you accept it for what it is, it can make you cry, laugh and care. And it will probably touch your heart and remain that way the remainder of your life.

    ... And yes, killing them all is not an option either.... Unless you wanna have a bad time......    … Expand
  99. Reltiet
    Oct 5, 2015
    9
    An incredibly satisfying 10-hour romp through a world brimming with charm. The combat mechanic is clever and delivers curveball after curveball every time you think you've got the hang of it.

    The story (with its multiple endings) plays with your emotions the way a good Pixar film might; it's a testament to the creator's writing and creating prowess that the game delivers such a    An incredibly satisfying 10-hour romp through a world brimming with charm. The combat mechanic is clever and delivers curveball after curveball every time you think you've got the hang of it.

    The story (with its multiple endings) plays with your emotions the way a good Pixar film might; it's a testament to the creator's writing and creating prowess that the game delivers such a compelling experience in such a tiny package.

    My only complaint would be that the spritework is inconsistent, sometimes delivering beautiful moving sprites and backgrounds and sometimes only having cookie-cutter Gamemaker placeholders.    … Expand
  100. SkyeSharpe
    Oct 7, 2015
    9
    This game is easily one of the best I've ever played. Through its good use of humor, emotion, and gameplay, I can easily say this is a game well worth its very, very affordable price.

    PROS: +Very interactive combat. Despite being an RPG, combat isn't simply clicking items in a menu and maximizing stats and gear. Attacking can be done with a timing-based minigame to deal more damage,    This game is easily one of the best I've ever played. Through its good use of humor, emotion, and gameplay, I can easily say this is a game well worth its very, very affordable price.

    PROS:
    +Very interactive combat. Despite being an RPG, combat isn't simply clicking items in a menu and maximizing stats and gear. Attacking can be done with a timing-based minigame to deal more damage, defending is more akin to Galaga or the Touhou series than simply hoping the enemy will miss. There's also the option to negotiate with monsters instead of fighting them outright.
    +Fun characters. The main cast of this game is, by and large, hilariously written. The characters are relatively simple, but they keep a fun and lovable air throughout the story that almost forces the player to care about them and their problems.
    +Great soundtrack. Toby Fox's work on the soundtrack shows his talent with music. This soundtrack in particular is one giant love-letter to leitmotifs, with simple jingles you heard at the beginning of the game coming back around again and again, mixed into different songs and in different contexts.
    +Cute artwork. The 8-bit overworld avatars aren't much to speak of, but in battles the player gets to truly enjoy the pixel-art of Tuyoki and Toby Fox.
    +Contextual interactions. The game takes note of almost everything you do, even little choices you make in the early game. While it enjoys flaunting this throughout the game in extra dialogue or subtle nods, it's most notable in that the game recognizes its own completion and will change drastically around the ending the player achieved. One character in particular will even take note of choices you made, regretted, and restarted the game to undo.
    +Sub- and meta-text. This is a game about games, and so it's very intriguing to see how it seems to revel in psychologically analyzing your actions as a character in the context of your actions as a player.
    +Price. For $10 on Steam, completionists are getting at least 10 hours of entertainment. It's a good deal, and you won't feel like you've wasted money.

    CONS:
    -A bit short. While it could be said that this game has said everything it needed to say in its few hours of playtime, most of any player's playtime is going to be spent replaying the game for other endings or dialogue options. It's a bit hard to not skip old dialogue when it hasn't even been three hours since you read it last. Relying on replay-value is only so good when most of your fun comes from humor, and thus jokes you've heard before. Perhaps this is part of the game's meta-text, but it still gets a bit tiresome.
    -Intricate plot. While normally this would be a positive note, here it's a bit of an annoyance. The plot of the game is somewhat confusing, and can only be understood completely by getting three different endings which require three entire runs of the game and backtracking immensely after doing certain tasks.
    -Meta-text interferes with the narrative. This game likes to keep an open relationship with the fourth-wall, and as a consequence it sometimes muddies what's being said to the player versus what's being said to the character. It can get fairly confusing at times, but I never got so lost that I couldn't resolve the issue. It simply tends to break immersion.

    Despite the negatives, I feel the positives of this game far outweigh them. My strongest complaint is the need for repeat playthroughs for a full experience, and I suppose if my biggest complaint is "I wanted to play this game more", then that's not much to say.

    9.5/10. Buy this game. You won't regret it.    … 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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