Undertale

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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 5370 Ratings

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  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. Axilley
    Jul 22, 2021
    8
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  4. RagingPoet
    Nov 16, 2017
    8
    Undertale has original and interesting plot, memorable characters, great humor and terrible graphics. Unlike most of the other story-driven games this one has a gameplay that is actually tied to the game ideas and most of the player's choices are made through gameplay.
  5. 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
  6. 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!
  7. 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.
  8. damaso7
    May 10, 2021
    8
    Nostalgia of old good rpg like Pokemon mixed with a creepypasta background. This is what Undertal is. Story, soundtrack and secrets are fantastic. And really original ideas.
  9. OrensPeriper
    Jan 25, 2018
    10
    Undertale. A game filled with memories, emotions, simplicity and determination.
  10. 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...
  11. 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
  12. IndieCrit
    May 12, 2018
    8
    This game is overrated, yes. The fanbase is toxic, yes. But the game is good, not amazing though. It makes you feel for virtual characters with engaging gameplay and quirky characters. The graphics aren't amazing and don't feel too special, but the music is overly catchy. I sunk many hours into this great indie game, and you should too. But don't expect what other people are saying it toThis game is overrated, yes. The fanbase is toxic, yes. But the game is good, not amazing though. It makes you feel for virtual characters with engaging gameplay and quirky characters. The graphics aren't amazing and don't feel too special, but the music is overly catchy. I sunk many hours into this great indie game, and you should too. But don't expect what other people are saying it to be: a masterpiece of the generation.… Expand
  13. Emrys89
    Dec 23, 2020
    9
    This is quite honestly in my opinion a masterpiece. The story is engaging and the characters are so unique. The world is unique and the whole gameplay is unique.

    I don't know how to write this without spoiling something. So like many have already said. Play this on your own. Do not let anyone tell you how to play it. How you play it is your own story and you can do what you think is how    This is quite honestly in my opinion a masterpiece. The story is engaging and the characters are so unique. The world is unique and the whole gameplay is unique.

    I don't know how to write this without spoiling something. So like many have already said. Play this on your own. Do not let anyone tell you how to play it. How you play it is your own story and you can do what you think is how you would play. Enjoy and play to your heart desires.    … Expand
  14. 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.
  15. CasualCriticCat
    Apr 8, 2018
    9
    An enchanting, delightful, and heartwarming game with memorable quirky characters and important lessons to teach in regards to the importance of the choices that we make and the consequences they have. The story is creative and utterly heartfelt and it is genius in the way it deconstructs the modern videogame.

    However, if you're looking for really challenging gameplay, this game may not    An enchanting, delightful, and heartwarming game with memorable quirky characters and important lessons to teach in regards to the importance of the choices that we make and the consequences they have. The story is creative and utterly heartfelt and it is genius in the way it deconstructs the modern videogame.

    However, if you're looking for really challenging gameplay, this game may not be for you - the gameplay and battle scenarios are simple and can definitely get frustrating and bland at times. Nor are they very challenging if you're an experienced gamer. But it's not really driven by its gameplay at all, but rather by its story. And the boss battles still provide a good, fun challenge, and one gave me quite the adrenalin rush!

    Its sense of humour also is pretty specific and up to personal preference. While I find it hilarious, there are others out there who might not, and that's fine. Overall, I would strongly recommend Undertale to anyone, gamer or not.    … Expand
  16. BaconHD
    Apr 12, 2018
    9
    Genial aunque bastante sobrvalorado ahora pondre relleno para poder cometar xd
  17. Wineneeder
    Jul 30, 2018
    8
    It is ok. The gameplay won't blow your socks off, the writing is a little.. internety. But it was pretty good for the price I got, it is pretty good for an indie 2d rpg with no graphics.
  18. 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.
  19. AlvaroK95
    Dec 28, 2021
    7
    Un gran juego tanto a nivel jugable como de banda sonora. Es algo corto, pero muy original y diferente en su propuesta, no hay juego igual. Además, sus personajes te calan, y no para de tener sorpresas hasta el mismo final.
  20. 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.
  21. IloveIndie
    Aug 29, 2018
    8
    Artılar
    +Sevimli ve iyi işlenmiş npcler (2)
    +Yaptıklarımızın oyunun sonuna etki ediyor (3) +Kendini tekrar etmiyor (2) +Müzikleri mükemmel (4) +Diyaloglar iyi (1) +Mekanikleri iyi (2) +Atmosfer başarılı (2) Eksiler -Yaptıklarımızın oyunun gidişatına etkisi çok az (3) -Bulmacalar basit (2) -Oyunun kötü sonu size çok zaman kaybettiriyor (3) -Oyunu defalarca kez oynarsanız pek    Artılar
    +Sevimli ve iyi işlenmiş npcler (2)
    +Yaptıklarımızın oyunun sonuna etki ediyor (3)
    +Kendini tekrar etmiyor (2)
    +Müzikleri mükemmel (4)
    +Diyaloglar iyi (1)
    +Mekanikleri iyi (2)
    +Atmosfer başarılı (2)
    Eksiler
    -Yaptıklarımızın oyunun gidişatına etkisi çok az (3)
    -Bulmacalar basit (2)
    -Oyunun kötü sonu size çok zaman kaybettiriyor (3)
    -Oyunu defalarca kez oynarsanız pek keyif verdiği söylenemez (3)
    -Gereksiz uzun koridorlar (2)
    Puan: 8/10
    -IloveIndie    … Expand
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. SwitchReview
    Sep 6, 2018
    9
    Undertale ended up being a surprise masterpiece for me. Being one of the most unique and touching RPG experiences I've seen, I highly recommend you play it.
    Pros:
    +Story - beautiful +Music - masterfully composed music by Toby Fox. +Graphics - nostalgic +Combat - unique Cons: -Length - took me 10 hours to beat -Also graphics - some sprites look like they were made in 10 minutes    Undertale ended up being a surprise masterpiece for me. Being one of the most unique and touching RPG experiences I've seen, I highly recommend you play it.
    Pros:
    +Story - beautiful
    +Music - masterfully composed music by Toby Fox.
    +Graphics - nostalgic
    +Combat - unique

    Cons:
    -Length - took me 10 hours to beat
    -Also graphics - some sprites look like they were made in 10 minutes
    -Gets repetitive - you have to play through it once to unlock the good ending

    Overall score: 9.3/10    … 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. Potato_Wesker
    Nov 9, 2018
    9
    I bought Undertale because the music is so good. All the characters are charming and the story is great. I recommend playing this game without spoiling the game for yourself.
  27. sebastianali
    Sep 24, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Undertale es un juegazo y es entendible que a alguno les encante, sin embargo, mucho de lo que transmite es simplemente en base a las experiencias y la narrativa. Me explico:

    Lo bueno:

    -Gráficos. Reflejan bien ese estilo de 8 bits con los personajes monocromáticos en las peleas a su máximo nivel.
    -Música: Junto con el apartado gráfico, otra cosa que destaca de Undertale, ya que su música se asemeja a la de los juegos retro. El mejor punto del juego, excelente sin duda alguna.
    -Jefes y personajes: Son muy carismáticos y las peleas son muy divertidas!
    -Batalla contra Sans: Vaya! En mi opinión, una de mis peleas favoritas contra jefe en un videojuego.

    Lo malo:
    -Gráficos: Así como este juego refleja mas o menos la época de los 8 bits, algunas cosas sinceramente se ven muy feas mas que nada los escenarios que son muy simples y poco inspirados.
    -Duración: El juego es muy corto, y no me digan que es un juego indie. Hay juegos indie que son incluso muchos mas largos que juegos hechos por empresas. La primera vez que jugas al modo historia, uno lo puede terminar (o al menos yo lo termine) en menos de 2 horas.
    -Linealidad, sistema de RPG, historia y finales: El juego es un RPG, pero no tiene mucho de RPG (la verdad es que ni debería haberlo sido). Me atrevería a llamar a Undertale un RPG altamente genérico. Si bien tiene eso de perdonar a los monstruos, que es aceptable, no esta muy bien aprovechado. Ademas de que la primera vez que jugas, lo mas probable es que hagas la ruta neutral, ruta que esta totalmente vacía en comparación con las demás. La primera vez que jugas al juego.... no tenes ni idea de las rutas, no sabes que hay otros finales, no sabes nada! Y si mataste a Flowey, aun menos! Tuve suerte de enterarme al mirar una wiki... de la curiosidad que tenia... si no lo hubiera hecho, ni me enteraba! La historia es muy confusa al principio y si no vas al resto de rutas, no te enteras de nada. Aunque la trama en si es muy interesante, que va de la mano con el gameplay, incluso autoparodiandose a si mismo, cosa muy innovadora y destacable! Pero el tema de las rutas arruina un poco la experiencia, volviendose por cierto tedioso, ya que la manera de entrar a ellas es determinada por la cantidad de enemigos que mueren en lugar de multiple choices que es como debería haber sido también. Muy buena historia, pero muy mal contada y con elementos en ella que no me terminan de cuadrar por que lo dejan ahi en el aire, como lo de Gangster o la relación entre Asgore y Flowey, que si bien en la ruta pacifista te la cuentan, faltan muchos datos.
    -Solo podes equiparte una arma y armadura y tenes 20 niveles, ademas de que los encuentros contra los enemigos son siempre los mismos, y no, no me refiero a que son los mismos que aparecen en la misma zona, no, sino que todos los combates son scripts, no hay nada de aleatoriedad. Por lo que simplemente se siente que este sistema RPG esta puesto de manera artificial, que si bien combina bien con la narrativa, a nivel jugable esta mal balanceado y deja mucho que desear.
    -En cuanto a la exploración, es nula. Durante todo el trayecto, uno tiene que ir en linea recta y nada mas.... puzzle, jefe.... puzzle, jefe.... así.... Los puzzles son aburridos, aunque los jefes, como ya dije antes, son muy interesantes. Explorar ademas, no beneficia al jugador, salvo con pequeños detalles de la trama así sueltos que sinceramente uno se los puede saltear.

    No me malinterpreten, Undertale es un juego que he disfrutado mucho. El problema es que solo transmite sentimientos y no diversión, con un sistema RPG mediocre implementado de manera artificial (aunque en si tenga sentido en la narrativa), y que si bien la historia es en si una obra maestra, esta muy mal contada, con datos faltantes y con una rejugabilidad que radica principalmente en las rutas opcionales, pero que el juego no te cuenta sobre ellos. Lo recomiendo totalmente para los amantes de los juegos retro e indie, pero que esta lejos de ser excelente, ya que como producto en si y comparandolo con otros juegos indie, deja un poco que desear. Al menos juegos como The Gray Garden tenían mas personalización y una historia mejor contada. Undertale por cada punto positivo que encuentro, hay algo negativo. Si bien el estilo artístico esta muy bien y es muy retro, hay muchas partes que son demasiado simples. Si bien la historia me encanto, radica en obtener el 100%, y faltan muchos datos, estando la historia principal (la ruta neutral) muy incompleta. Si bien la jugabilidad se integra a la narrativa y trae conceptos muy innovadores, llega a ser demasiado artificial e innecesario por tener encuentros y sistema de nivel basados enteramente en scripts, con nula personalización y decisiones a tomar, como si hubieran metido el sistema RPG a la fuerza por que no les quedaba de otra.
    Un gran juego, pero que le falta pulirse muchísimo. Deltarune termino siendo la evolución de Undertale en cuanto a mecánicas.    … Expand
  28. Llauses
    May 14, 2019
    10
    A very unique, charming and ambitious game, taking the formula of a classic RPG like Earthbound and evolving it, changing things up so every character you encounter is full of life. A beautiful soundtrack that accompanies an amazing (and emotional) story that is never boring thanks to it's great dialogue focused on humor and likable characters. I can not find words to describe the amazingA very unique, charming and ambitious game, taking the formula of a classic RPG like Earthbound and evolving it, changing things up so every character you encounter is full of life. A beautiful soundtrack that accompanies an amazing (and emotional) story that is never boring thanks to it's great dialogue focused on humor and likable characters. I can not find words to describe the amazing experience that is Undertale. Masterpiece… Expand
  29. MurphyBrandon
    Dec 27, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If I had to rate Undertale, I would give it 8 out of 10 points. It's very charming and funny with memorable characters. Combining turn-based combat with "bullet hell" combat is a unique idea that we have not seen before. Undertale is also worth playing multiple times for the full experience. I wouldn't consider it to be one of my favorite games, however, because I started to realize all the real action takes place inside a tiny box on the screen, and I don't see myself coming back to stare intently at a tiny box after I finish my true pacifist run. To end this review on a more positive note, I would love to see the developer of Undertale expand the combat area in the next game and have the main character dodge projectiles across the entire screen.… Expand
  30. ITHIRSIZI
    Jul 6, 2023
    9
    First of all I want to congratulate Toby Fox. This indie game has shown how important it is to make a game that touches people and is fun, that games are actually not important to make a big budget game. While playing this game, you will find a lot of things that you cannot find in big budget games, you will see that there is a soul in the characters at the beginning, I want you toFirst of all I want to congratulate Toby Fox. This indie game has shown how important it is to make a game that touches people and is fun, that games are actually not important to make a big budget game. While playing this game, you will find a lot of things that you cannot find in big budget games, you will see that there is a soul in the characters at the beginning, I want you to experience the rest yourself. MUST-PLAY!… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

3
#3 Best PC Game of 2015
4
#4 Most Discussed PC Game of 2015
1
#1 Most Shared PC Game of 2015

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Metascore
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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