Undertale

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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 5370 Ratings

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  1. supwitit
    Jul 7, 2017
    10
    Go play undertale.

    No spoilers. Just go play it.

    Just go play. You can do whatever you want first playthrough. You can only do true ending on second playthrough anyway.
  2. fdgsddg
    Aug 6, 2017
    10
    The best video game I've ever played.
  3. VoterGamer
    Nov 28, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. SPOILER ALERT

    First i'm checking game points. And i see 92 i said "what the ?!#% Undertale? What is this game? Graphics looks like poop. Oh i think its 2d 8-bit? Ok i want this game" and i buy it and play. My humans name is "Sahis" (hmm that means Person in Turkish language.) And Goat Toriel says dont fight. And ı dont fight. AND OH MY GOD!!! This game is the best! A game indispensable criterions for me is :

    Graphics
    Mechanics
    Good Story
    Playability
    Server Quality
    Multi-Player
    Tactical Thing
    Good Boss Fights
    And more... Undertale? Just has "Good Story and Good Boss Fights" For example : Sans, Omega Flowey,Mettaton,Papyrus,Asgore,Asriel...
    And musics? Oh trash 8-bit pff... IM JOKING MUSICS IS UNBELIVEBLE!!! My favorite music is Muffet's.
    Undertale is masterpiece Undertale is Life THIS GAME IS SUPER!    … Expand
  4. Snowertx64
    Mar 27, 2018
    10
    Undertale,Undertale,Undertale,Undertale.....

    I have been playing videogames for 12 years and I am 15, and very rarely I find a videogame like undertale, that gives me back my hope, undetale is a beautiful, incredible and fantastic game, that is about escaping, that has great characters, great landscapes and magnificent life lessons The best way to say it is undertale is how this    Undertale,Undertale,Undertale,Undertale.....

    I have been playing videogames for 12 years and I am 15, and very rarely I find a videogame like undertale, that gives me back my hope, undetale is a beautiful, incredible and fantastic game, that is about escaping, that has great characters, great landscapes and magnificent life lessons

    The best way to say it is undertale is how this review is simple to look at but when you look at it with your heart and time it has more things than you thought you will go back to the underground again and again

    Final Note: 9.9

    I feel full of determination, you should also    … Expand
  5. Guldann
    Sep 6, 2017
    10
    Es un gran juego capaz de hacer empatizar con los personajes y tomarles cariño, ademas de ser una gran experiencia la primera vez que lo terminas y a su vez, descubrir la historia del juego.
  6. Kayla45
    Sep 8, 2017
    10
    Have you ever noticed how, in a typical RPG (and, now that I think about it, most games in general) battles don’t really mean anything? How many times have you defeated a miniboss, only to have it stand back up and laugh at you, saying “I have underestimated you! You are a worthy opponent! This is not the end! We shall meet again!” and make a getaway? Think about it. How many times do youHave you ever noticed how, in a typical RPG (and, now that I think about it, most games in general) battles don’t really mean anything? How many times have you defeated a miniboss, only to have it stand back up and laugh at you, saying “I have underestimated you! You are a worthy opponent! This is not the end! We shall meet again!” and make a getaway? Think about it. How many times do you beat up Balrog in Cave Story only to have him fly away without a scratch? How is Black Knight able to keep running away after Shovel Knight stabs the hell out of him? How come you black out if you lose a Pokémon battle, but none of the other trainers do? And how does the big bad villain always seem to get away, even if their HP hits zero, so they can reappear in the sequel?

    Undertale asks the question, “What if defeating an enemy in battle always means that they die?”

    This might seem quite inconsequential in random encounters, but Undertale will also pit you against several main characters. If you defeat a main character in battle, they’re dead for good, and the whole story changes to reflect it. Heavy stuff.

    But thankfully, as the game advertises, you don’t actually have to kill anyone! The game offers a second option to get out of battles: talking the enemy out of fighting. This involves solving a simple puzzle, almost always involving the “Act” menu in battle. The puzzle changes depending on what kind of enemy you’re fighting; sometimes you’ll just need to give them a compliment, other times you’ll need to survive several of their attacks, and so on. Once they’re not emotionally invested in the battle anymore, you can “spare” them, and the battle ends. You won’t get any EXP for it, but you’ll still get gold. It’s a very unique fighting mechanic!

    I admit, after my first playthrough of the game, I was disappointed in the story’s presentation. I thought that both the very beginning and the final area of the game were fantastic, dripping with shocking emotional dilemmas, but the middle 80% of the game’s content seemed like it relied too much on oddball humor and not much else. The game hilariously plays with expectations and has no shortage of genuinely witty satire of its genre, and I found myself amused by nearly all of it, but after the first two hours as I was walking across long linear worlds and listening to dozens of characters try to tell me jokes, I started to wonder where the emotional gravity had gone. “Why is this game making me laugh, when I thought it was supposed to make me cry?” I asked myself. “Where are the feelings? After such an excellent and powerful prologue, why is the game taking so long to show me more?”

    Later that night, as I was lying awake in bed, the answer hit me: the game was quirky and lighthearted because I was sparing everyone’s life. I wasn’t playing as a murderer. If you want this game to have drama, you have to cause it. And I think that’s where all the hype is coming from, all the talk about player choice. This is a game about being a tree-hugging pacifist, or a murderous psychopath who kills anyone who gets in the way, or anything in between. You only need to live with whomever you decide to be, because the game won’t let you ignore what you have done.

    Though it isn’t the most visually impressive game, and the stage design isn’t always the best, Undertale has left me feeling that I have just witnessed a work of art. It tried some new and ambitious things and isn’t ashamed of what it wanted to be. It's about 6 hours long; I’d recommend anyone to play it at least twice, just to be able to say that they've made their own choices and seen what the game has to offer. It’s hard to imagine that anyone would regret the experience.    … Expand
  7. HeavyMystery
    Sep 18, 2017
    10
    Not really a huge fan of Undertale but it's still an enjoyable masterpiece!

    hghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghghg
    I don't give a **** how long a review has to be!
  8. Takhilin
    Sep 20, 2017
    10
    I hadn't played this game until very recently, avoiding it because of all the hype surrounding it. Playing it now though? I am sorry I didn't play it earlier, though ESPECIALLY happy that I avoided spoilers. This game is quite simply, a masterpiece. The writing, the music, the STORY. It moved me in a way I was not expecting, and brought me to tears towards the end of the game. If you canI hadn't played this game until very recently, avoiding it because of all the hype surrounding it. Playing it now though? I am sorry I didn't play it earlier, though ESPECIALLY happy that I avoided spoilers. This game is quite simply, a masterpiece. The writing, the music, the STORY. It moved me in a way I was not expecting, and brought me to tears towards the end of the game. If you can get past the graphics, you will love every minute of it.… Expand
  9. transcomics
    Sep 26, 2017
    10
    I am a a massive fan of JRPGs I play them all the time, I explore games and explore love going into the world. However, very rarely has a game made me actually think, like sit down and seriously think about myself, the world, etc. That's a rare thing and Undertale is one that made me think a lot and that made me feel like there is a world that is positive. It is rare to find a game soI am a a massive fan of JRPGs I play them all the time, I explore games and explore love going into the world. However, very rarely has a game made me actually think, like sit down and seriously think about myself, the world, etc. That's a rare thing and Undertale is one that made me think a lot and that made me feel like there is a world that is positive. It is rare to find a game so queer and strongly written. The gameplay is a ton of fun mixing up Shoot um ups and very basic JRPG mechanics for an easy to enter game that is harder to master. The game is really about the characters and story with the game as a perfectly crafted car to take you on this adventure.

    If you want a game that has positive LGBT+ rep, that is fun, that will make you laugh, that will make you think it's an amazing game that still holds up years later.    … Expand
  10. aditya1101
    Oct 5, 2017
    10
    I absolutely fell in love with this game. The game play is really engrossing (as well as legitimately very difficult at times) but what really sold me on the game was the way that it treats choice. I don't think any other RPG ever has had this deep of an exploration into the effects that your choices have on the characters, the world around you, as well as on your actual gameplay itself.I absolutely fell in love with this game. The game play is really engrossing (as well as legitimately very difficult at times) but what really sold me on the game was the way that it treats choice. I don't think any other RPG ever has had this deep of an exploration into the effects that your choices have on the characters, the world around you, as well as on your actual gameplay itself. It's a game that forces you, the player, to bear the responsibility of the player character's actions, which is something that very few other games can do. On top of that, the cast of characters and the story of the game is beyond amazing - it's insane to think that one person made this whole game. And with such excellent writing, gameplay, and an incredible soundtrack.… Expand
  11. PINGULADOR
    Aug 31, 2018
    10
    UMA COMPLETA BOSTA DO KRL, ESTE JOGO É TÃO RUIM MAS TÃO RUIM QUE ELE É BOM MAS DAI ELE FICA TÃO BOM MAS TÃO BOM QUE FICA UMA MERDA, UM LIXO
  12. OsSiFiEd
    Nov 5, 2017
    10
    UnderTale. It struck me more than Sonic did!

    Firstly, to those that don't know what UnderTale is... [Removed from original Steam Review due to having ALL CAPS] It is an RPG Game. Let's be real here, when I first descoverd UnderTale... Man, it sounded **** It was obviously based off EarthBound, and BOY do I hate EarthBound. When I actually got a chance to play it at my Friends house,    UnderTale. It struck me more than Sonic did!

    Firstly, to those that don't know what UnderTale is... [Removed from original Steam Review due to having ALL CAPS] It is an RPG Game.

    Let's be real here, when I first descoverd UnderTale... Man, it sounded **** It was obviously based off EarthBound, and BOY do I hate EarthBound. When I actually got a chance to play it at my Friends house, man, a huge mistake I made. It is trully amazing. It has beautiful Pixel graphics and a catchy theme tune. Also Dogs... I thought I fould nine, but i might have only seen eight. But that is not the point. I mean, you can date a bloody fish, what more do you want?

    The characters all have their charms, and that is what akes the game more epic.

    If you are finding it hard to choose a game to buy, give UnderTale a try. You won't regret it!    … Expand
  13. Ryuail
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    Undertale is one of the best games I have ever played.
    I'd like to expound on that more, but the less you know going in the more fun you'll have!
  14. MzMazzaire
    Dec 15, 2017
    10
    One of the funniest, goofiest, and greatest games I ever played on Steam in a lifetime. Even if you don't care about Earthbound (which this game is a tribute to btw) very much, I guarantee you'll have so much fun with Undertale.
  15. MaDDesiK
    Dec 11, 2017
    10
    This one is on the best games that I have played in the recent years.. And could easily win against all the AAA titles that have been released so far. Undertale knows very well when to joke and make you cry. It also knows everything.
    Clever, fun, and full of heart game.
  16. OrensPeriper
    Jan 25, 2018
    10
    Undertale. A game filled with memories, emotions, simplicity and determination.
  17. WCM320
    Feb 6, 2021
    10
    A game so good I feel like the 581 people who gave it a negative score should be found and given help. And the people who gave it mixed should be given a hug...
  18. nbdiden
    Jan 25, 2018
    10
    This game may not win any graphics of the year awards but the soundtrack and storytelling sure as hell make up for it, although starting off slow, the game hastened its pace rapidly, with battle difficulty ranging from one shot kills to long and intense battles where I would be biting my lip because of the daunting fear of defeat. No battle I found was unbeatable though, especially if youThis game may not win any graphics of the year awards but the soundtrack and storytelling sure as hell make up for it, although starting off slow, the game hastened its pace rapidly, with battle difficulty ranging from one shot kills to long and intense battles where I would be biting my lip because of the daunting fear of defeat. No battle I found was unbeatable though, especially if you have the right equipment. I felt like NPC's had a mind of their own, with the flawless and humorous way this story was told. What makes it even better is how the combat works. There are a number of different attack patterns that you have to tap in rapid succession for the highest point total and an even more numerous defense pattern of intricate magic monster attacks that you would have to block/maneuver. Another added bonus to the game is the replayability level, with the number of endings and unlockable content, the upside to replaying the game is quite irresistible. The number of times I would be tripping over what had happened or what I was to do was countless, and that is what makes this game such a masterpiece a true 10/10… Expand
  19. MaximisRulz
    Dec 22, 2018
    10
    My favorite game of all time. Lovable characters, an amazing soundtrack, and makes me break down into tears every time.
  20. Zippratic
    Mar 15, 2018
    10
    The game do not seem very good at first look (in pictures) I hated this game before, but when I first played it, it was BEAUTIFUL.
    The OST is just EPIC. I recommend you to buy this game. Buy it. Now.
    Don't wait. Now. BUY IT.
  21. bguthrie116
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    Wow. Thats a game. This is not a normal game. This is a game with heart. Made with a spark of passion and inspiration. It's not just a cash grab, and the story is worth sixty bucks, but sells for twenty. I have never been so in love with a games characters. I have never loved a games music so much. I have never played a game like this, and I doubt I ever will. I can't recommend a game more.
  22. rahmonjorge
    Sep 10, 2018
    10
    An absolutely beautiful and fun game in EVERY aspect possible. EVERY SINGLE MUSIC is good. All the characters are amazing. The game play is awesome. I just can't find any issue in this game.
  23. disarmedpotato
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    this might be one of best game i ever play i really love the characters very cool compset and what i really like is the music
  24. AdaptiveTech
    Jul 5, 2019
    10
    An absolute masterpiece of storytelling and tongue-in-cheek humor. Navigation and combat are novel and simple, and even classical RPG inventory management overflows with puns.

    The secret endings have made more than one professional streamer break down; do yourself a favor and try to play without spoilers. Lastly, the soundtrack shines enough to have inspired a host of cover albums    An absolute masterpiece of storytelling and tongue-in-cheek humor. Navigation and combat are novel and simple, and even classical RPG inventory management overflows with puns.

    The secret endings have made more than one professional streamer break down; do yourself a favor and try to play without spoilers.

    Lastly, the soundtrack shines enough to have inspired a host of cover albums and musical artists across multiple genres. Go check out YouTube to see how much love people have poured into (and received from) this game.    … Expand
  25. SparX0
    Aug 9, 2018
    10
    Fantastic game but it may not be for everybody. It is a story driven game that requires multiple play throughs to get the entire experience. It has amazing and memorable music and well written characters. It is short and sweet moving you between different areas before they get boring and has an innovative fun turn based combat system which fits very well into the game design. It is bestFantastic game but it may not be for everybody. It is a story driven game that requires multiple play throughs to get the entire experience. It has amazing and memorable music and well written characters. It is short and sweet moving you between different areas before they get boring and has an innovative fun turn based combat system which fits very well into the game design. It is best played through blindly and an unforgettable experience. A masterpiece in video game design.… Expand
  26. MTOList
    Oct 17, 2018
    10
    (Turkish Only) - Önce şunu diyeceğim. Undertale bir hikaye oyunu. Toby'nin aklında bir hikaye vardı ve bu şekilde insanlara aktarmanın yolunu bulmuş ve çok da güzel olmuş. Tebrik etmek lazım. Böyle bir hikaye ye böyle bir oyun giderdi.
  27. Bluemoon045
    Oct 20, 2018
    10
    This is possibly one of my favorite games of all time due to it's amazing story telling, unique and colorful characters and it's creative spin on the turn based rpg genre. Each character has a exaggerated personality to create a weird, dark and humorous story all at the same time. I also love how different battle segments are compared to something such as Pokemon, in the way that dodgingThis is possibly one of my favorite games of all time due to it's amazing story telling, unique and colorful characters and it's creative spin on the turn based rpg genre. Each character has a exaggerated personality to create a weird, dark and humorous story all at the same time. I also love how different battle segments are compared to something such as Pokemon, in the way that dodging and attacking isn't down to luck but a fun little mini game. This game has brilliant replay value because of it's three main endings and a large variation of messages from one of the main characters about how your actions in the game have affected the future. I would definitely recommend this to any fans of RPGs or anyone with a sense of humor.… Expand
  28. awesomejf03
    Dec 6, 2018
    10
    Not a fan of JRPG games, but this game is amazing.

    The gameplay, story, soundtracks and characters are fantastic. Some bosses are really hard to dodge their attack at the beginning, when I replay it, I got use it.
  29. VanyatheSuccubu
    Nov 25, 2018
    10
    Un gran juego con una gran jugabilidad, la historia y personajes son una pasada; lo disfrute de principio a fin, y luego completé la ruta pacifista.

    Es un gran juego, tiene también una hermosa banda sonora, la historia es genial y te engancha debido a que cada decisión que tomes afecta al juego.
  30. Zahltag
    Nov 28, 2018
    10
    This game is probably as close to perfection as it can get. The story, characters and style of the game are fantastic and it manages to get it's main message across almost perfectly- that there is always a peaceful solution to every problem.
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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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