Undertale

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  1. RetroGirl
    Oct 15, 2015
    0
    I was put off by the weird mix of retro graphics right away- Enemies from Galactica, some SNES sprites, some NES, and some PlayStation background elements. The "puzzles" are laughable with most involving remembering a previous room. The characters lack real development so accidentally killing one evokes no emotion other than annoyance that you ruined the chance of a good ending. It allI was put off by the weird mix of retro graphics right away- Enemies from Galactica, some SNES sprites, some NES, and some PlayStation background elements. The "puzzles" are laughable with most involving remembering a previous room. The characters lack real development so accidentally killing one evokes no emotion other than annoyance that you ruined the chance of a good ending. It all relies on you resolving the cognitive dissonance of everyone raving about the game when it's just long, unpleasant, and dull in a positive way.… Expand
  2. Mar-duck
    Oct 3, 2015
    0
    Mediocrity that makes blatant use of nostalgic love for much better games. Sold entirely on the word of hipsters that want to be in on the ground floor of the newest hit. Do not buy or play this game. Don't even play it even if you didn't pay for it. Leave the steaming turd on the sidewalk where it belongs.
  3. arachnid14
    Dec 23, 2015
    0
    1000000000s of free games with better bullet hell gameplay. and don't pester me about how its story based if I wanted story I would watch or a movie or play a visual novel
  4. currer_bell
    Apr 24, 2018
    5
    Granted, the possibility of riding through the game without killing a single enemy is a truly brilliant idea. I also like the way this game is a, kinda, gigantic middle finger to crapload AAA developpers like EA or Rockstar (Only those two, in fact)

    Unfortunately, that doesn't make Undertale a good game. Being totally honest, you probably won't have much fun with it (as I did) ....    Granted, the possibility of riding through the game without killing a single enemy is a truly brilliant idea. I also like the way this game is a, kinda, gigantic middle finger to crapload AAA developpers like EA or Rockstar (Only those two, in fact)

    Unfortunately, that doesn't make Undertale a good game. Being totally honest, you probably won't have much fun with it (as I did) .... There are the 2 major things that stopped me from enjoying the game ;

    1-Invisible / Random enenmy encounter.
    I can't believe in 2015 people are still making games with invisible/random enemy encounter. It was a bad idea in 1987, so imagine now... Even Earthbound back in 1994 was clever enough to avoid those **** invisble enemy encounter. So why torture us like this ?

    2-Ugly visuals.
    Don't get me wrong, I usually like retro graphics a lot. But this....this is wrong in every possible way. The sprites are awful, the colors are awful, the environment design, the mapping design, there is about no artistic vision or direction...everything you see in Undertale is just ugly and irritating.

    So in the end, no, I didn't enjoy the game much... I made it about half-way through the game and then stopped, there was no point in going further, really. It's not a zero, but also, I'm sorry about that, it's amazingly far from the 10 in my book.    … Expand
  5. Menetys
    Mar 2, 2021
    5
    A ok little game with very little rpg elements but its a bit overrated IMO but whatever its fun!
  6. BHP
    May 2, 2021
    5
    Gameplay: Too boring for me 10/2

    Story: Cliche 10/1

    How to Present the Story: Very good 10/8

    Soundtracks: Very good 10/9
  7. TwilightWind
    Sep 18, 2018
    10
    There are few things that can leave an impression on the human heart quite as much as a well told story. This game, in its moderate length, tells an intricate, complex, and perhaps most importantly, video game specific story (one that could not be told in any other medium) that in this player's opinion is nothing less than the very best story ever told. Don't be put off by the community,There are few things that can leave an impression on the human heart quite as much as a well told story. This game, in its moderate length, tells an intricate, complex, and perhaps most importantly, video game specific story (one that could not be told in any other medium) that in this player's opinion is nothing less than the very best story ever told. Don't be put off by the community, because it is, in many ways, no different than the fandom for something like Lord of the Rings or Harry Potter. UnderTale is nothing short of one of the greatest games ever made. And no, this is not a bandwagon opinion. Few things have been able to touch so many hearts, so many -- for lack of a better word -- souls, as this game has. You, yes you, the person reading this review -- not your neighbor, not your friend -- YOU would be doing yourself a disservice by not first doing a playthrough of this game and then a followup investigation into what certain things really meant (Preferably while listening to the countless hours of fan created and original soundtrack that is quite possibly the best OST in the entire history of games). Every single frame, every little animation, every sound byte and every bit of conversation that happens in this game happens for a reason and putting the pieces of that together is half the fun of the 13 hour long game that I played one time three years ago...

    That I still obsess over and love with all my heart and soul to this very day.

    I would have paid a thousand dollars for the experience I got from this -- and I only played it once. In fifty years, I hope this game is still talked about as a pinnacle of storytelling in games. Thank you for reading.    … Expand
  8. JPK
    Aug 28, 2018
    10
    I F*CKING LOVE THIS GAME!
    Undertale Is One Of The Most Unique And Funniest Games Out There.
  9. uschara23
    Feb 7, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Undertale is a game made by Toby Fox and is slowly becoming very popular. In this game you will be told the history of humans and monsters,and told how other humans have traveled to the mountain monsters are trapped under but don't return.You are then put into the game after naming your character. As you progress unlike many RPG’s you have the choice to spare or fight the monsters or you can fight some and leave others.Each choice will provide a different ending, and one played twice the same way will give you another ending letting you learn about another character and your characters real name.The genocide run (kill all the monsters ) will show you another character ,the first human to fall. I will say that Toby Fox made the best game to spend hours playing to be entertained.
    Now that you know a little about the game i will tell you that this game has so many amazing qualities such as
    A compelling story
    Amazing soundtrack
    Jokes splashed in with characters
    Puzzles to solve with the characters
    Mystery mixed with how you think one character acts
    And so many others , this game along with entertainment has brought people that love this game together.creating alternate versions of this game(underswap,underfell,candytale,etcetera) these AU’s as they are called create even more fans spreading the game around. Recently Toby Fox has created a second game many suspect to be his own AU
    I will say that Toby Fox made the best game to spend hours playing to be entertained.Now to wrap this review up this game is amazing i've played it enough times I can quote some characters.I recommend this game to everyone and I hope that this review was helpful in choosing whether or not to get this game it's on steam and does not cost much.If after you want to find the other game Toby made it is called Delta Rune this game you must search and download.    … Expand
  10. Dave_Ravington
    Aug 29, 2019
    9
    Undertale is one of those gaming experiences that you won't forget. The game is full of an amazing cast of characters that are very memorable alongside a plot that can be altered by the decisions you make throughout the game. Plus the music is amazing too. I love this game so much and I highly advise you buy it considering how little it costs.
  11. edxtan
    Sep 10, 2022
    9
    Undertale's characters are always surprising you in hilarious, heartwarming, and sometimes even scary ways, while the meta elements question how we approach games. However, this reliance on surprise gives it very little replay value.
  12. CyberPlayer_
    Apr 16, 2021
    9
    "You are filled with determination".
    Masterpiece.
    No seriously, Toby Fox is a genius. To create an unusual, unimaginable game, and even with such an approach to it, is very impressive. In addition, the soundtrack is simply one of the best that I have heard in all the games I have passed.
  13. Nomad9
    May 10, 2021
    9
    I was suprised, when i saw how many ideas can u put into one sigle game, and its jrpg. Toby Fox is genius. Every single charakted got his own sould, music in this game is masterpice. Combat system could be better, this is why its not 10/10 game. Plot is fantastic, you will find a lot of esteer eggs, many hiden mechanic, and what is most important, you can be who you want in this game.
  14. Elsen02
    Apr 28, 2022
    10
    The world the best game...hsjejsoehshsoshshksishhsjsiddhdhddhshhdjdgsjsjskdfhsf
  15. Ih8simoncowell
    Feb 8, 2023
    2
    Now this game is pretty epic, and I like it a lot. my only complaint is that I cannot kill Simon Cowell in the genocide route. Other than that it was a decent game.
  16. 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
  17. AloneUA
    Jan 10, 2017
    10
    Damn. I've been playing games since age 6 and now I'm 20 years old. 14 years of gaming and I've never seen anything like it. I played so many shooters, RPGs, Indi-games, Adventures, etc. etc. etc. But this game. Made by a couple of people and one person in particular... well, this game beats everything in almost every aspect. Toby Fox concentrated the best of video game industry in one 400Damn. I've been playing games since age 6 and now I'm 20 years old. 14 years of gaming and I've never seen anything like it. I played so many shooters, RPGs, Indi-games, Adventures, etc. etc. etc. But this game. Made by a couple of people and one person in particular... well, this game beats everything in almost every aspect. Toby Fox concentrated the best of video game industry in one 400 Mb masterpiece. Unbelievable.
    Enjoy it, guys. Because such a beautiful works of art are born only once in history. There is gonna be nothing like it in the future and there was anything like it in the past. Unique, genius, wonderful. Bravo, Toby Fox!    … Expand
  18. Akauro
    Nov 27, 2016
    9
    Сюжет 9.5/10 он интерактивен, классно. Геймплей 8.5/10. Классная игра, персонажи иногда не очень крутые. Советую поиграть легкая, приятная, не длинная. Саундтрек 10/10
  19. Vectis99
    Nov 30, 2018
    6
    A really cute and wholesome adventure game with a pretty funny and pleasant style. The game mainly suffers from an incredibly high amount of down-time, walking, and etcetera, making playing through it an immense chore, but the parts of the game which are well fleshed out can make up for it in several respects. The sense of humor is fairly inaccessible, and although there's a lot of sillyA really cute and wholesome adventure game with a pretty funny and pleasant style. The game mainly suffers from an incredibly high amount of down-time, walking, and etcetera, making playing through it an immense chore, but the parts of the game which are well fleshed out can make up for it in several respects. The sense of humor is fairly inaccessible, and although there's a lot of silly and fun bits it quickly grows repetitive. Overall, unless the general premise of Undertale is something which you feel especially invested in, there are probably better uses of time available.… Expand
  20. PoisonedElite
    Nov 9, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An incredible game that (if played spoiler free) can take you back to the era of your life getting new games from your parents that you've never heard about and having a blast playing them, the joy of playing a game for the first time as a kid. Fans of the Mother series, quirky humor found often in webcomics, and bullet hell games should have a blast with this title.

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

    -Cons-
    Dog Residue.
    You can kill Papyrus.

    My game of the year by a long shot.    … Expand
  21. Dpressedllama
    Oct 9, 2015
    10
    Undertale is a really good game. The soundtrack is amazing and it is the closest game to the mother series that I could find. I really suggest this game for anybody who likes retro style games.
  22. dracodragon
    Oct 11, 2015
    10
    EPIC game... it is a MUST play. Music, design, character and story. Every comes together to create an unique experience that you cannot find nowadays. I even don't know how to express myself here. I created an account just to rate this game.
  23. Snowfeet
    Oct 5, 2015
    10
    WELL. This is different. Finally an indie game gets to compete with AAA titles... maybe for GOTY? All hopes for that ^.^ all though it should be GOTY it probably wont be, because who knows, Fallout 4 could be the best game ever made.
  24. Shocktrooper1
    Oct 16, 2015
    10
    Undertale is one of the three games I would give a 10/10, the others being Super Mario Galaxy and Ocarina of Time.

    I don't want to say anything to spoil it, but let's just say it'll be on of the funniest, most heartfelt experiences you'll have with a game ever - and it's largely a one-man project. Props to you, Toby Fox. Presentation - 10/10: perfectly crafted and expertly written    Undertale is one of the three games I would give a 10/10, the others being Super Mario Galaxy and Ocarina of Time.

    I don't want to say anything to spoil it, but let's just say it'll be on of the funniest, most heartfelt experiences you'll have with a game ever - and it's largely a one-man project. Props to you, Toby Fox.

    Presentation - 10/10: perfectly crafted and expertly written with humor, references, parodies, and plenty of heartwarming, nostalgia-inducing, and chillingly creepy moments. A little on the short side but multiple endings (including absolutely brutal bosses on one of them) and overall memorability ensure you won't soon forget this game.

    Gameplay - 9.5/10: The simple combat is clever and innovative, and the puzzles, while rather easy, still leave a sense of satisfaction upon completion.

    Visuals - 9.5/10: Exceedingly simple style, but great effort has been put into character, enemy and world designs that call back to the great RPGs of times past. Not for everyone, but I enjoyed the visual style.

    Sound - 10/10: Superb soundtrack mixing various real and synth instruments over a variety of soundfonts, many of which reference other games.

    Overall - 10/10    … Expand
  25. JohnnyJoestar
    Oct 19, 2015
    10
    Emotional roller-coaster. Plenty of dogs. Great music. What else could you want?
    Game play is a bit dull; this is a faux-NES game, afterall. Play it, even if for 20 minutes if you're into story and character development.
  26. Shot846
    Nov 11, 2015
    10
    This game honestly made me cry.
    One of the best games I've ever seen.
    The multiple endings and the story.. it's just awesome!
    Warning: Lot of twists :P
  27. SenpaiMelon
    Oct 21, 2015
    10
    It really upsets me when people give a game like this a 0 just because they don't like it. I'd only give a 0 if it was the worst game I've ever played but this game is amazing. This game doesn't seem too interesting from the screen shots and stuff but once you get into it it begins to unravel why there are so many positive reviews for this game. Now nostalgia may be a factor on why thisIt really upsets me when people give a game like this a 0 just because they don't like it. I'd only give a 0 if it was the worst game I've ever played but this game is amazing. This game doesn't seem too interesting from the screen shots and stuff but once you get into it it begins to unravel why there are so many positive reviews for this game. Now nostalgia may be a factor on why this game is loved by many since it is closely related to Earthbound. I've never played Earthbound and I don't have any nostalgia for old games anyway since I've been gaming since the PS2 came out which is pretty recent. I can't really write about the story since the game really impacts you if you don't know anything about it first. All I can say is that you should play this game. You won't be disappointed.… Expand
  28. Balefire
    Nov 3, 2015
    10
    Anyone who says this is not a good game wouldn't know a good game if it came right up and punched them in the face. This is not just a good game, it is one of the BEST games you will ever play. Unless you have no soul: then you're going to have a bad time ;) The detail, the thought, the ingenuity and originality of this game is second to none, and equaled by very few.
  29. adam000
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    Do yourself a favor and play this game without knowing anything about it. This game is a whole other experience. This isn't just a simple rpg, Undertale has created its own genre.
  30. Bwazey
    Dec 1, 2015
    10
    Everything about this game is amazing.

    The bad puns.

    The goofy characters.

    The hilarious and entertaining boss fights.

    Everything is just designed to perfection. This game deserves every ounce of hype it's received. It honestly changed the way I've looked at video games and even life itself! Everybody NEEDS to give it a chance.
  31. Prometheus7568
    Nov 30, 2015
    10
    This game. There are no words to describe the emotions that this beautifully crafted game will invoke. Whether it be happy, sad, or bittersweet, this game hits you HARD. Go buy it now.
  32. sonydragon98
    Dec 4, 2015
    10
    Heart. It can mean a lot of things, even in games, in Undertale, a heart is used to display your soul, but it represents so much more than that. When a game, especially an independent game is given so much time and effort by the developers not just to improve quality of the game itself, but to improve the experience of the players to something better than we could ever hope for. IHeart. It can mean a lot of things, even in games, in Undertale, a heart is used to display your soul, but it represents so much more than that. When a game, especially an independent game is given so much time and effort by the developers not just to improve quality of the game itself, but to improve the experience of the players to something better than we could ever hope for. I myself am a long time fan of turn based RPG's, and to be honest, I'm a bit of a hack and slasher, someone who enjoy's combat more than anything else in a game... Undertale gave me more than just a great battle system, but a story and characters that are even better, I won't post any spoilers in here, but if you are someone who enjoys rpg's at all, I implore you to give Undertale a chance, no matter your age, or rpg preferences, you will love Undertale.… Expand
  33. TheDerpyPotato
    Dec 14, 2015
    10
    For people who say limited options, bad graphics short game, the bias of nostalgia the game has more options than any other I have seen you can do other things that just flat-out kill/beat everything in your path things what other game have you seen does that? Graphics? This game was made by around 10 people and was funded by KickStarter what would you expect and entire division of skilledFor people who say limited options, bad graphics short game, the bias of nostalgia the game has more options than any other I have seen you can do other things that just flat-out kill/beat everything in your path things what other game have you seen does that? Graphics? This game was made by around 10 people and was funded by KickStarter what would you expect and entire division of skilled people for this? There is no bias and you have to play the game yourself a couple of times to see why it is special. Your choices affect the game it is and evolving story and to fully get the experience you must not look too mush into the game. This is a Beautiful game, I recommend.… Expand
  34. otakon17
    Jan 2, 2016
    10
    This is a game that draws heavily from the Earthbound school of RPGs with strong characterizations, interesting looking character designs and a LOT of well written humor. The graphics, while simple are very well animated and expressive with a few surprises.
    The REAL draw of this game is the surprising depth which the game treats morality of the player themselves. Really if you're any kind    This is a game that draws heavily from the Earthbound school of RPGs with strong characterizations, interesting looking character designs and a LOT of well written humor. The graphics, while simple are very well animated and expressive with a few surprises.
    The REAL draw of this game is the surprising depth which the game treats morality of the player themselves. Really if you're any kind of fan of Earthbound or RPGs in general, you owe yourself to give this game a shot. Oh and the OST is completely fantastic, I've been humming many of the tunes months after beating the game.    … Expand
  35. kaspersky23
    Feb 21, 2016
    10
    This game totally just blew my mind..
    Just as i thought i had played every major retro JRPG-game i was totally shocked to see how original and heartfelt this game was.
    The fighting is groundbreakingly awesome, the characters so colorful and just a lot of awesome stuff packed in to this seemingly "simple" little rpg-game. Now, my favorite RPG of all time is Earthbound, but if i had not    This game totally just blew my mind..
    Just as i thought i had played every major retro JRPG-game i was totally shocked to see how original and heartfelt this game was.

    The fighting is groundbreakingly awesome, the characters so colorful and just a lot of awesome stuff packed in to this seemingly "simple" little rpg-game. Now, my favorite RPG of all time is Earthbound, but if i had not played that game, i would probably rank this game as my no.1
    It is just one these games that you don't want to end.    … Expand
  36. mpgiii
    Jan 1, 2016
    10
    This is the best game I have ever played.

    This game is all about choices. You have an option with each character, to kill or not to. You could choose to kill everyone, kill the characters you dislike, or spare even the nastiest of enemies. You emotionally attach to all the characters. They change how they act depending on the choices you make throughout. The characters make you really    This is the best game I have ever played.

    This game is all about choices. You have an option with each character, to kill or not to. You could choose to kill everyone, kill the characters you dislike, or spare even the nastiest of enemies. You emotionally attach to all the characters. They change how they act depending on the choices you make throughout. The characters make you really happy or really sad throughout as well.

    The battlestyle of this game is quite unique, and reminds you of old RPG. It's very intuitive and becomes quite a challenge later in the game, and becomes even harder depending on some of your choices.

    The music is phenomenal. When buying this game I would highly recommend buying the OST to go along with it. It's great. It really adds to the gameplay.

    You get so into it you get lost track of time. That's really all there is to say without spoiling any of the game.

    It's a masterpiece and it's only ten bucks. Go buy it and try it out.    … Expand
  37. felleg
    Nov 9, 2015
    10
    Undertale is everything right about gaming. Without a doubt, this is a game we will remember and cherish for years to come. The gameplay is rock solid, with an ingenious battle system which blends aspects of shoot 'em ups (how come we never saw more of this? It is brilliant!). The soundtrack is delightful and just as diverse as the original Earthbound soundtrack, which was the previousUndertale is everything right about gaming. Without a doubt, this is a game we will remember and cherish for years to come. The gameplay is rock solid, with an ingenious battle system which blends aspects of shoot 'em ups (how come we never saw more of this? It is brilliant!). The soundtrack is delightful and just as diverse as the original Earthbound soundtrack, which was the previous record holder in my opinion. Days and even weeks after playing this game, you might surprise yourself still thinking about some events from the game. It manages to make simple things matter. Playing it spoiler-free is obviously a must!

    To finish off, I see Undertale as a game borrowing from Earthbound's heartfeltness and Chrono Trigger's replay value, while always staying a fresh and original experience. I don't expect this game to be forgotten anytime soon.    … Expand
  38. Calixto
    Nov 15, 2015
    10
    I wasn't expecting much I first saw it, it was like: "Hey, another 16-bit videogame, it looks pretty cool though. Might check it out later". Then the main youtuber I follow started playing it. Oh my god, he was awful, not beating it 'cause it's a really easy game.. for the most part, but he was hating on everyone spoiling it and doing everything wrong, so I dw it.. I could have neverI wasn't expecting much I first saw it, it was like: "Hey, another 16-bit videogame, it looks pretty cool though. Might check it out later". Then the main youtuber I follow started playing it. Oh my god, he was awful, not beating it 'cause it's a really easy game.. for the most part, but he was hating on everyone spoiling it and doing everything wrong, so I dw it.. I could have never known.. how wrong I was by calling it "another game".. I've playe literally thousands of games, and beaten at least 1k of them... In my life had I enjoyed so much anything like this. I felt like a young boy again playing FF IV for the first time (up until I beat this game thrice, my favourite one). Thank you so much Toby Fox for creating such a Masterpiece! Thank you so much! I'm going to be honest, I may have been hit a little by the nostalgia train, but it's still the truth. This game.. I'll remember it until the day I die...!… Expand
  39. hatsand
    Nov 16, 2015
    10
    Like many others I saw this title repeatedly being mentioned until I finally caved in and purchased it. Well before I even purchased it I tried to read a review that basically told me to stop reading it, check the score (it was a 10) and just go play the game. They were right. Undertale is a game you want to experience with as little foresight as possible. Its best to go in completelyLike many others I saw this title repeatedly being mentioned until I finally caved in and purchased it. Well before I even purchased it I tried to read a review that basically told me to stop reading it, check the score (it was a 10) and just go play the game. They were right. Undertale is a game you want to experience with as little foresight as possible. Its best to go in completely blind if you want to get the most out of it.

    Im going to keep this short because I dont feel like delving too much into it but this has been the first game in ages to strike such an emotional cord with me. Everything from the writing, the dialogue and the OST are stellar. I haven't been this emotionally invested in a game in a long long time. In a sea of AAA games with no creativity left, this game is a wonderful breath of fresh air. I know I'm being incredibly vague and general but the dialogue and interactions you have with each character are incredibly cleverly written. If you like games that take your actions into account well Undertale is great for that. Everything your character does potentially can impact the story and how characters interact with you.    … Expand
  40. MrNardo2000
    Nov 23, 2015
    10
    I picked up Undertale because my friend told me to. I did.
    At first I thought it was like Earthbound, but it was nothing like it. The character and dialogue writing is amazing. Could be the game of the year.
  41. sloaninator
    Dec 1, 2015
    10
    I don't usually play games like Undertale, so I dragged my feet in getting it.

    I was wrong. This game was amazing! Quirky, effortlessly fun. The morality system, characters, and replay value all contribute to this being one of my favorite games this year. Not only that, but I feel like this might be one of those game that even people who aren't traditional gamers can get into.    I don't usually play games like Undertale, so I dragged my feet in getting it.

    I was wrong.

    This game was amazing! Quirky, effortlessly fun. The morality system, characters, and replay value all contribute to this being one of my favorite games this year. Not only that, but I feel like this might be one of those game that even people who aren't traditional gamers can get into.

    Cute, impressive, will play again. 10/10    … Expand
  42. kenshinwari
    Dec 19, 2015
    10
    when i first started playing this game i had decided to do 2 runs, one peaceful one evil. But after playing this game through just 1 time, i could not get myself to do an evil run, this game is so amazing, at the end, i got hit by a feels bus. i really came to feel for the characters in the game and i have never had this much feels from completing a game, this is a 10/10 from me. I'dwhen i first started playing this game i had decided to do 2 runs, one peaceful one evil. But after playing this game through just 1 time, i could not get myself to do an evil run, this game is so amazing, at the end, i got hit by a feels bus. i really came to feel for the characters in the game and i have never had this much feels from completing a game, this is a 10/10 from me. I'd recommend it for anyone.… Expand
  43. zkvarz
    Feb 15, 2016
    10
    This is the first game made me cry like a baby, I couldn't stop for a few minutes. It was amazing experience for me and I think It brings new unique piece to the game genre. Those who just started the game and wandering "what's so special about it, why they give it 10/10?" then you might justify that after you finish it. Especially after finishing it following the advice:
    "Be good won't you?"
  44. SaltyNoodles
    Apr 4, 2016
    10
    I absolutely adore this game. At first I was sorta worried it wouldn't live up to the hype, but I actually feel like it's even better than the hype made it out to be. It's such a diverse game with some of the most lovable cast of characters I've ever seen, super creative game mechanics, and a really interesting storyline. Despite what I've heard some people say, I personally think the artI absolutely adore this game. At first I was sorta worried it wouldn't live up to the hype, but I actually feel like it's even better than the hype made it out to be. It's such a diverse game with some of the most lovable cast of characters I've ever seen, super creative game mechanics, and a really interesting storyline. Despite what I've heard some people say, I personally think the art style is really good, and the parts that weren't that great still tend to grow on you in some way. It's also got really good replay value, which is important since you can't get the full story without chasing down different storylines. It's fun, it's unique, it's weird, it's a masterpiece.… Expand
  45. destroyer3242
    Feb 25, 2016
    10
    This is legitimately the greatest game I have ever played. Do not listen to the people on the internet who say it's just overrated garbage. Heck, don't even listen to people saying good things about the game. In fact, stop reading this review and go buy the game. This is honestly a game, trust me on this, you do NOT want someone to spoil you on anything. I was one of the lucky few who gotThis is legitimately the greatest game I have ever played. Do not listen to the people on the internet who say it's just overrated garbage. Heck, don't even listen to people saying good things about the game. In fact, stop reading this review and go buy the game. This is honestly a game, trust me on this, you do NOT want someone to spoil you on anything. I was one of the lucky few who got to play this game before it came to its ridiculously large popularity. I didn't get anything spoiled for me. I did not know anything of what to expect in this game, other than that I would be trying to not kill anyone in the game, seeing as it was one of its selling points. I did not know anything about the characters I'd meet, and the surprising amount of depth to the game. I did not know the experience that I would be in for.

    And honestly, that's really the best way to play this game.

    Doing so brings us back to the old days before everything was on the internet in 5 minutes, where there were never any surprises anymore, where every new game we played as kid was like a new adventure for us, filled with wonder and amazement, wondering what was going to happen next or what else we could do in those games.

    Seriously, if you're still reading this, don't listen to anyone about this game, whether they're praising it or criticizing it.

    Because in reality, this game is a true reminder of what gaming, at its core, is supposed to be: Fun.    … Expand
  46. ReviewScope
    Jan 6, 2016
    10
    My game of the year for 2015. This is a fantastic example of a literally excellent independent video game, one that is filled with soul, dedication and effort. To play Undertale is a necessity for RPG fans and those that are not. I could go on for hours about why Undertale is such a great game, but to know why, you need to play it yourself, not knowing what to expect in any way.
  47. Haganeno12
    Dec 18, 2015
    10
    Do you love a Great Story with Awesome Characters ?
    Do you Love a Beautiful Music with so much feelings ?
    Do You love a Unique Game with so much variety in Game play ?
    So,why you still read this?hurry and buy the game and Begin your Mysterious Adventure in Beautiful Monster World.
  48. Saptua
    Dec 18, 2015
    10
    I love this fantastic game. The moral of the Pacifist run and how Genocide gives everyone the feels. Its just so wonderful to see the game sprouting after all these years. Hehe. You can go live without any harm done. Its so unique how you can just free everyone instead of fighting them to the death. Lovely, 10/10.
  49. Marmosette
    Feb 14, 2016
    10
    Holy crap.
    This game.
    Among the most moving and most cleverly written story based rpgs available. Funny, cute, heart breaking, surprising. A spectacular example of using mechanics as a narrative structure. Sadly/not sadly, multiple playthroughs are a must, and to really appreciate the superb design of the dialogue and environments, you will have to play again and do things that make    Holy crap.
    This game.
    Among the most moving and most cleverly written story based rpgs available. Funny, cute, heart breaking, surprising. A spectacular example of using mechanics as a narrative structure.

    Sadly/not sadly, multiple playthroughs are a must, and to really appreciate the superb design of the dialogue and environments, you will have to play again and do things that make you uncomfortable.

    But that's part of the design. Excellent. Just Excellent.    … Expand
  50. Swagnemite123
    Feb 17, 2016
    10
    All I can say about undertale without spoiling anything is that in my opinion it is a wonderful game that is totally worth your time and money if you have ever enjoyed a RPG.
  51. EthicsOlympics
    Feb 6, 2016
    9
    I Recommend this game. It's worth every penny. But, I do have a a few tips before, during, and after you play it.
    1.Avoid the fandom
    2.Avoid the fandom
    3.AVOID THE FANDOM
    How bad is the Undertale fandom? Well, Imagine if the FNAF fandom and the beliebers had a baby...

    It's worse then that.
  52. Wiggy1133
    Feb 9, 2016
    10
    This game is amazing and never gets boring. The game is so good it fills me with determination.
    I just cannot think of anything wrong with the game, it's just perfect
  53. AlkaVirus
    Feb 10, 2016
    10
    One of the most unforgettable games of 2015. Undertale shows that fun gameplay, good story and great design and replayability can be packed into a game that at first glance looks like a classic RPG. The gameplay is challenging yet fun, the music is jam worthy and timeless, and the characters are beautifully designed. The game makes you laugh when it wants to, makes you inspired and happyOne of the most unforgettable games of 2015. Undertale shows that fun gameplay, good story and great design and replayability can be packed into a game that at first glance looks like a classic RPG. The gameplay is challenging yet fun, the music is jam worthy and timeless, and the characters are beautifully designed. The game makes you laugh when it wants to, makes you inspired and happy when it wants to, and makes you sob when it wants to. Depending on what ending you get the game gives you incentive and teases you towards another ending, which many choice-based games fail to do. The game will definitely feel different on different runs and there is so much to discover and explore. Overall, this is a game that won't be forgotten. Game developers should look to reproduce elements that this game show in order to create a timeless piece such as this.… Expand
  54. NarutoBrasil2
    Feb 27, 2016
    10
    Lovely.
    One of the best game i played. Is not only a game, is a new world like a Tolkien's books.
    Excellent history,characters and gameplay.
    Brought me the most profound feeling, humanity.
  55. ChrisMG
    Mar 3, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A Great Game, Who would have thought a game with such a simple story line could be such a great game. The Great Story, The Battle System, The option to Spare someone in a video game or to kill him are all just great additions in this Game. This Game is 'Special'… Expand
  56. xdrain
    Apr 12, 2016
    10
    THIS GAME is so charming, fun and very beautiful. I can hardly describe how beautiful this game is made, done with the heart. Recommended thousandfold
  57. HoennBro
    Aug 6, 2016
    10
    For a game developed by 1 guy, Undertale proves to be a fantastic Indie game experience that has rocked the gaming world since it's release. The unique game play, the fantastic characters and deep mysteries have spawned a large fan base. This game is one of the greatest RPGs and Indie game ever made.
  58. TheDaelus
    Aug 6, 2016
    10
    Es uno de los mejores juegos indie que he jugado.
    Buenos personajes, buen diseño, rejugabilidad. el mundo es muy bonito etc.
    Las dos ramas principales, la genocida i la pacifica son de lo mejor.
  59. FrickButt
    Oct 7, 2016
    10
    Personally,I love this game because of its hilarious jokes,amazing music,and lovable characters.Even though it's $10,it is a reasonable price for such an amazing game.
  60. Talesio
    Oct 14, 2016
    10
    Undertale is my favourite game. It has changed my life literally. The story is funny but at the same time to sad and interesting. This game fills me with determination ;). If you are a nice person, you have to play this wonderfull game.
  61. FitimCritic
    Nov 4, 2016
    10
    THIS GAME IS SO AMAZING 10/10 LIKE HOW IS IT SO GOOD so good
  62. Miky950
    Dec 23, 2016
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I still don't understand why this game got so popular.
    First of all, the music is fantastic, the graphics are good and the attack system is original.
    But there are a lot of flaws: the story,for an RPG, is way too much simple,the characters are generic and why should I spare the monsters that are trying to kill me? Oh right, to get the best ending.
    The game is too easy: the 2 first bosses won't kill you, the real difficulties are Undyne and Sans(in Genocide).
    I'm harsh with this game because they told me it was a masterpiece, but instead i found a mediocre game.
    I'm disappointed.    … Expand
  63. Nebiee
    Feb 7, 2019
    9
    Undertale is an incredibly unique video game experience, there are few if any games like it. Although the art-style is a bit outdated/retro the way it is worked with and used makes it visually appealing anyway. The gameplay is a mix of turn-based rpgs and bullet hell where every move you make matters in the over-arching story. The story is one of the most emotional and interesting storiesUndertale is an incredibly unique video game experience, there are few if any games like it. Although the art-style is a bit outdated/retro the way it is worked with and used makes it visually appealing anyway. The gameplay is a mix of turn-based rpgs and bullet hell where every move you make matters in the over-arching story. The story is one of the most emotional and interesting stories to be put into a video game. Your choices actually affect the outcome of the story and exploring these different options are fresh on every new playthrough. The music is astounding and is one of the few video game soundtracks I actually listen to outside of playing the game itself. Toby Fox really has struck gold with this game, and Deltarune looks to be on the same path. Excited to see what comes next.… Expand
  64. UghofCourse
    Oct 13, 2015
    10
    It's similar to Earthbound in a funny/silly rpg way, but it's more meta. Your decisions have a significant impact on the results of the story.

    Avoid spoilers at any cost if you want to enjoy this game to its greatest potential.
  65. saltcomb
    Oct 12, 2015
    10
    This game is one of the most original games I have played in a long time. The music is beautiful and worth getting the soundtrack. When I played it I was skeptical but I played it again and again and each time I got a new experience out of it. playing as a pacifist is just as fun as doing a genocidal run. This introduced a fun and interactive gaming mechanic that many game developers haveThis game is one of the most original games I have played in a long time. The music is beautiful and worth getting the soundtrack. When I played it I was skeptical but I played it again and again and each time I got a new experience out of it. playing as a pacifist is just as fun as doing a genocidal run. This introduced a fun and interactive gaming mechanic that many game developers have tried but few have accomplished so masterfully as this one.… Expand
  66. fuscardo
    Oct 12, 2015
    10
    This game lives up to the hype. Unbelievably clever writing from creator Toby Fox leads to an unforgettable experience full of laughs, tears, and dogs.
  67. mik123abc
    Oct 20, 2015
    10
    Undertale is a game that proves that there is no need of impressive graphics to bring a lot of emotions out of us, this game has charm, this game has soul, this game will fool with your mind & this is why you should get it, it is truly an amazing & unique experience.
  68. Sirjess
    Oct 9, 2015
    10
    It adds everything you like from old RPG's and then takes everything you dont like form them and makes a joke about it. The funniest game I have ever played and that beats out Portal which has the same sense of JUST HAVE FUN.
  69. miquelangelf
    Oct 12, 2015
    10
    While obviously benefiting from the fact that it is a $10 PC indie game, which is also easily accessible to pirates, the game presents an absolutely terrific work with the characters and their interactions, thus catering to a wider audience than the initially planned niché.

    The gimmicks are presented in a genre-savvy way which have also generated copious amounts of discussion online,    While obviously benefiting from the fact that it is a $10 PC indie game, which is also easily accessible to pirates, the game presents an absolutely terrific work with the characters and their interactions, thus catering to a wider audience than the initially planned niché.

    The gimmicks are presented in a genre-savvy way which have also generated copious amounts of discussion online, further spreading its popularity.

    All in all, a serious contender for the game of the year.    … Expand
  70. Ezooms
    Oct 20, 2015
    10
    I went into this game expecting a soulless Earthbound clone. I was so wrong. It's personality, atmosphere and characters all mix together in such an amazing way. Near the end I was in tears. I played and finished it at a friend's house but when I get enough money I'm going to buy it on Steam and play through it again. By far the best game I've ever played. Would recommend to anyone.
  71. Muramas
    Oct 13, 2015
    8
    Great game, maybe not best of all time but still great.

    The good Fun, Intense combat. Interesting idea of a moral system and great music. The story ends on a good note and has multiple hidden modes that can expand the game's life. The meh Characters are kinda lackluster at time, the puzzles are not challenging at all and some of the story is forced. Even all this I would suggest    Great game, maybe not best of all time but still great.

    The good
    Fun, Intense combat. Interesting idea of a moral system and great music. The story ends on a good note and has multiple hidden modes that can expand the game's life.

    The meh
    Characters are kinda lackluster at time, the puzzles are not challenging at all and some of the story is forced.

    Even all this I would suggest people to play it because it is worth the amount of time it takes and the music will keep playing in your head a long time after you forget about the plotline.    … Expand
  72. Ryou
    Oct 16, 2015
    10
    Undertale is by far the best RPG I've played in recent history. I'd dare to say the best one of all time, but that might be stretching it. The way the game plays you like a fiddle by changing the usual RPG game format is absolutely fascinating, and I wish we'd get more games like this these days.

    Characters are well fleshed out, puzzles are easy, but the real challenge comes from the    Undertale is by far the best RPG I've played in recent history. I'd dare to say the best one of all time, but that might be stretching it. The way the game plays you like a fiddle by changing the usual RPG game format is absolutely fascinating, and I wish we'd get more games like this these days.

    Characters are well fleshed out, puzzles are easy, but the real challenge comes from the fights with the "enemies". I felt as though they were appropriately challenging, not hard, but when I had some of my more casual friends play it, I was surprised to see they all seemed to struggle immensely against the difficulty that the shmup sections provided. Therefore, I'm sure the way the difficulty is balanced is just right. Plus, those who do not seek a True Pacifist Ending, (which, of course, is HIGHLY recommended), don't actually need to save everybody. Therefore, the game becomes much easier.    … Expand
  73. Saschabunny
    Oct 16, 2015
    10
    I love this game. This game made me laugh a lot, and cry buckets. Granted, it was four in the morning when I completed this game, so I was more emotional than usual, but still!

    The characters are the definition of charm. There isn't a single one I dislike. The humor is almost always on target, and even the worst jokes can only be called 'okay.' Every character is deeper than they appear    I love this game. This game made me laugh a lot, and cry buckets. Granted, it was four in the morning when I completed this game, so I was more emotional than usual, but still!

    The characters are the definition of charm. There isn't a single one I dislike. The humor is almost always on target, and even the worst jokes can only be called 'okay.' Every character is deeper than they appear on the surface, with their own, interesting story.
    The combat is always evolving, never ever getting stale, and it's a real joy to go through the game finding out how to become friends with every enemy you come across.
    The puzzles are never particularly difficult, but I feel this was done on purpose. The puzzles are there to make you think a bit and keep things dynamic, not stump you and grind things to a halt. The game doesn't spoonfeed you, it instead rewards you for working things out on your own or being quick-witted.
    Also, the music is phenomenal! Leitmotifs are used to amazing effect, as well as traditional instruments blending sublimely with synthesized ones to create wonderful tracks.
    The only negative thing I have to say about this game is that sometimes jokes can drag on a bit too long... but even then, that's maybe twice in a six to seven hour game.
    I love this game and its story so much I would pay for DLC or a comic book or something that's just about the lives of the characters after the True Ending.
    This is a game you should definitely play for yourself. Don't look up guides, let's plays, walkthroughs, don't research the characters on the wiki, NOTHING, until you've beaten it yourself. You won't want to spoil this amazing story.    … Expand
  74. kkashew
    Nov 1, 2015
    10
    From the demo, it was okay. Then I played the game and it completely blew my mind. All of the positive reviews are not a scam, nor is there sketchy business going on. Undertale is honestly a beautiful game with memorable characters, even down to the most minor ones.
    The gameplay is a little redundant, but overall the music, plot, and characters make up for the crazy bullet hell. I love    From the demo, it was okay. Then I played the game and it completely blew my mind. All of the positive reviews are not a scam, nor is there sketchy business going on. Undertale is honestly a beautiful game with memorable characters, even down to the most minor ones.
    The gameplay is a little redundant, but overall the music, plot, and characters make up for the crazy bullet hell. I love this game and I hope you'll try it!
    (This post fills me with determination)    … Expand
  75. Ulrich5000
    Oct 8, 2015
    10
    What words can I use to sum up the emotional experience that Undertale is...?

    Well Undertale is an indie RPG inspired by classics such as Earthbound and Chrono Trigger but is distinct enough to stand on it's own as a classic in it's own right. On the surface, Undertale looks like a traditional JRPG, but digging deeper you find a very melancholic but positive outlook on real life itself,    What words can I use to sum up the emotional experience that Undertale is...?

    Well Undertale is an indie RPG inspired by classics such as Earthbound and Chrono Trigger but is distinct enough to stand on it's own as a classic in it's own right. On the surface, Undertale looks like a traditional JRPG, but digging deeper you find a very melancholic but positive outlook on real life itself, the friends you meet on your journey, and being able to stay determined even when things start to look grim...at least that's what I got out of it, to me that's Undertale's greatest strength. Besides a really meaningful message, the game has a great story, memorable characters, hilarious sense of humor, and an amazing soundtrack.

    The story is about a boy, nameless protagonist *insert name here*, who falls from the human world into a land that's filled with monsters, and as the nameless protagonist *insert name here*, you must journey through this land and eventually find your way back to the human world. Of course you encounter enemies, bosses, memorable characters, skeletons that make hilariously bad puns, and dogs along the way that it's hard not to get engrossed in this world and actually start caring about the people you meet along the way.

    While I highly recommend sticking with the Pacifist run and experiencing the amazing Pacifist True Ending, there's also a Genocide run you can do which basically means instead of negotiating and sparing everyone you come in contact with, you play it in a more traditional way and massacre everyone you meet. I have yet to do this and I'm not sure if I could do this. I've grown to love the characters so much I couldn't even think about doing the Genocide run... this game is really good at making you care about the in-game characters.

    The battle system is very unique, encouraging you to not kill enemies but instead trying to negotiate your way to sparing your enemy. The enemies themselves have a very fun and unique way of attacking, spraying bullet-hell type attacks in a way that almost feels like Wario Ware's micro games. Through the battle system you learn about the enemies, and come to understand them.

    The characters themselves are very memorable, my favorites being the bone headed brothers, Sans and Papyrus, who are literally skeletons. Characters you meet and befriend are mostly bosses who want to kill you but with your determination, eventually they give up and instead help and encourage you along your journey to get back to the surface and return to the human world.

    The soundtrack as a whole is amazing, sporting many catchy songs, atmospheric melodies, and many mood setting pieces. There's a really good song that to me sums up the game's atmosphere perfectly. "Memory" does a great job at setting the melancholic but positive tone of the game.

    Some moments in this game are really psychological, messing with player interaction as well as breaking the fourth wall to a degree that not even Psycho Mantis from Metal Gear Solid could manage. This game does a great job of just playing with your mind even if you don't even realize it's playing with your mind.

    It's hard to explain in detail what makes this game so good. In short I'd say experience it for yourself, try the demo if my review hasn't piqued your interest. But seriously do yourself a favor and play this game, it's only $10 and what you get in this game is more than what most Triple 'A' developers offer for $60 games these days.

    I can safetly say this game is highly recommended and give it a definite 10/10, I'd definitely play this game again.    … Expand
  76. gpuddin
    Oct 10, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's been a long time.

    When I was a child, sure I played video games. But only one could completely and thoroughly encapsulate me with it's gameplay, charm, lore, and more... The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. For years I loved this game, and (sparsely) replay it to this day. The magic of it, pulling me in and keeping me there thinking there was a way to get that pesky Triforce. This was an age before the Internet truly boomed and secrets weren't revealed twenty minutes after release. It was almost like the game was alive to me.

    Then, I grew up. Or at least I thought I did... Maybe I just had to accept the fact that what I had was in front of my. No special secrets, no truer ending than it's final credits.

    You get older. Games became routine. Suddenly, games became fifty shades of brown, they became shooters, they became hide behind cover, they became cookie cutter. Unable to lose my addiction I'd play games, but I'd hate myself doing it.

    I assumed the magic was gone forever.

    Until this odd little game came out that I hadn't heard of. Undertale.

    I managed to beat it through once. I had overheard to be a pacifist and it had supposedly paid off until my first runs end. The game had to start over. But that was when I realized...

    There is magic. There IS MAGIC.

    Multiple endings! Being truly judged by your actions! Not everything has been found yet. There is still a search for Gaster. Whatever spark, whatever imagination I had as a kid playing OoT... Suddenly it's back. And I can dissect the game by MY rules. I've completed all three known "true" endings but I know it, I KNOW there is more to this little game.. and it's what keeps me going.

    The characters, gameplay, bullet hell mechanics, all just icing on top. This truly is a masterpiece that came out of nowhere and I'm proud to have bought it.    … Expand
  77. WifWaf
    Oct 29, 2015
    10
    I was also skeptical at first that I was not buying into a hipster game. i can say honestly, this game is fantastic., It's fresh,, it's comedic, and in many ways turns a regular RPG's on it's head,

    It's also completely re-playable. You can play the game in two extreme ways (with a multitude of endings) and have an almost entirely different experience. It's the most enjoyment I've had    I was also skeptical at first that I was not buying into a hipster game. i can say honestly, this game is fantastic., It's fresh,, it's comedic, and in many ways turns a regular RPG's on it's head,

    It's also completely re-playable. You can play the game in two extreme ways (with a multitude of endings) and have an almost entirely different experience. It's the most enjoyment I've had in a game for a while and for a low price.

    Also some of the music tracks are especially good.

    If I had to highlight a criticism? Some of the graphics might not be to your taste and the game pace can be slow at times. However these are also positives for the majority. It's very hard to criticise.    … Expand
  78. Lukatron
    Oct 18, 2015
    10
    Undertale is a masterpeice of the rpg genre. It is simultaneously innovative and nostalgic, while at the same time being highly accessible to new fans of the genre. The writing in this game is very reminiscent of the mother series, while still maintaining a very unique, creative and often emotional story with multiple endings that vary on the way that you play the game. During combat, youUndertale is a masterpeice of the rpg genre. It is simultaneously innovative and nostalgic, while at the same time being highly accessible to new fans of the genre. The writing in this game is very reminiscent of the mother series, while still maintaining a very unique, creative and often emotional story with multiple endings that vary on the way that you play the game. During combat, you are able to either kill enemies by typical rpg attacks, or spare them using dialogue options. This creates three main choices for how you play the game, pacifist(no kills), neutral (some kills, some spares) and genocide(kill everything). This creates subtle yet meaningful changes in the story that force you to question the choices you made along the way. The only downside is that in some places the art can be a little rough, but the game makes up for it with great characters, combat, music, pacing and one of the most creative final bosses in gaming.… Expand
  79. Perch
    Nov 9, 2015
    10
    If you think this game deserves less than 10, you didn't play it right.
    Amazing story, lovable characters, deep message and awesome music. An experience that could have been achieved only through video game form.
  80. laketheautist
    Nov 26, 2015
    10
    The trolls are so real on Metacritic, I never knew it was this bad.

    Earthbound meets bullet hell, with the best story and writing you'll get in a video game for a very, very long time.
    The world will never see another Undertale, but hopefully we'll see more from Toby Fox.
  81. IdioticAsgore
    Nov 17, 2015
    10
    Undertale, a game where no one has to die.
    why is this game so highly rated?
    It's unique, it's different, it gives you, the player a choice that would affect the entire game,
    seriously, the game remembers all of your actions, even when you reset the entire game.
    I don't understand why @blubberguts would rate this game 0 when he/she said he/she only played this game for a few minutes.
  82. iceboss77
    Nov 17, 2015
    10
    I couldn't understand what the big hype around it was all about, until i had finally come around playing it
    A game that apparently seemed like another Mother rip-off turned out to be one of the best games I've played, and extremely far from being a rip-off.
    The battle system allowed for a lot of freedom, and the dev just embraced it completely which made for extremely nice encounters and    I couldn't understand what the big hype around it was all about, until i had finally come around playing it
    A game that apparently seemed like another Mother rip-off turned out to be one of the best games I've played, and extremely far from being a rip-off.
    The battle system allowed for a lot of freedom, and the dev just embraced it completely which made for extremely nice encounters and boss fights. Every boss fight was a whole new experience.
    The difficulty was extremely right. Every encounter had it's own trick, but always remained fun.
    The game's pace never left me bored, or too stressed. It was just the right amount. Same thing about the world, and by that I mean that it wasn't too linear, nor a place where you can easily get lost in. Just the right amount of openness.
    The writing and the characters were absolutely sensational. They were all interesting and well defined and interacted really well with the protagonist, whether you decide to be evil or good.
    Graphics brought the feeling of nostalgia really well, while giving the game a very unique feeling at the same time, not just the same rehashed stuff.

    I think that this game is right in every way and I cannot find any reason not to give it a 10/10.
    It is an absolute masterpiece that deserves playing, even if you're not a fan of RPGs in particular.    … Expand
  83. J33P3R5_CR33P3R
    Nov 19, 2015
    10
    I will keep this short and simple; buy this game. It has a unique art style, absolutely jaw-dropping music, interesting gameplay, and one of the most diverse and deep stories I've ever seen (that will also COMPLETELY change depending on how you play). Not buying this would be one of the worst choices you could ever make.
  84. socksOdoom
    Nov 24, 2015
    10
    Let me start my review by saying that the negative reviews on here disgust me.

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

    Uninspired graphics?
    Half-decent soundtrack?

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

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

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

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

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

    Overall, this game is quite easily the best game I've played in probably the last 5 years. Especially a game made by one freaking person. This is the one game I would give a 10. Even if the game isn't to your taste, don't give it a **** 0. That is just disgusting. I wouldn't give E.T. The Extra Terrestrial a 0. Errrrrrrgh...    … Expand
  85. TinjaBuster
    Nov 26, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When you start the game : you are get told to get the pellets of friendliness
    HA!! you can't fool me,i am already watched those let's player
    and this game happened
    get the Neutral and True Pacifist tho
    10/10    … Expand
  86. calebstanford9
    Nov 28, 2015
    10
    Honestly, this game is the BEST indie game I have ever played. Possibly one of the BEST games I have ever played. Buy this game. If you do, you will not regret it.
  87. Arjunova
    Dec 1, 2015
    10
    Amazing game. It shows that sometimes the simplest in graphics can be outstanding in ways I couldn't understand. I will say that this is my favorite game of all time. Amazing story, the characters will have you bursting into laughter or with tears running down your cheeks. It has humor, twists, emotion, everything you need to make a great game. I would suggest this to anyone.
  88. Heroprime
    Dec 12, 2015
    10
    A amazing game, a game where you choose if you are going to be a hero or a villain, a game that remembers everything that you did and punishes you for everything wrong caused by you, a great story, unique gameplay features, different interactions and more than 10 endings(2 good ones, 1 bad one and alot of neutral ones), everything that you do will be remembered by the game, nice plotA amazing game, a game where you choose if you are going to be a hero or a villain, a game that remembers everything that you did and punishes you for everything wrong caused by you, a great story, unique gameplay features, different interactions and more than 10 endings(2 good ones, 1 bad one and alot of neutral ones), everything that you do will be remembered by the game, nice plot twists and hilarious moments, i'm not going to talk about the graphics since that they were made to remember old school games, the animations are amazing, the characters are very well designed and their character development is amazing, a incredible game, i recommend it.… Expand
  89. LegendaryBlade
    Oct 12, 2015
    10
    Honestly my game of the year, but it's hard to describe why without many spoilers. Here's my best shot:

    Right from the start the game plays with your expectations, it's opening leads you in and lets you make what mistakes you will before you really get a grasp on how much your actions effect the game. Beware, however. Even having second thoughts and trying to fix your mistakes can be    Honestly my game of the year, but it's hard to describe why without many spoilers. Here's my best shot:

    Right from the start the game plays with your expectations, it's opening leads you in and lets you make what mistakes you will before you really get a grasp on how much your actions effect the game. Beware, however. Even having second thoughts and trying to fix your mistakes can be picked up in ways you don't expect.

    The gameplay is fun regardless of whether or not you are talking or fighting your way through an encounter, though honestly most of that enjoyment comes from defending yourself. The bullet hell cut ins and the way they defy expectation creates a system that's extremely varied and extremely fun. Just when you get used to the classic bullet hell combat, with a few small twists already thrown in, the entire mechanic of it changes for specific fights. Maybe now you can shoot, or it becomes sort of like a rythm game, or you have to platform.

    The grander story and the emotion of the game is it's real selling point. From the way it encourages you to stay determined when you die, to the way the ending brought me to tears, or how the "bad ending" rips at your heart in a way no other game ever could, it's all amazingly crafted. The joke "Toby thinks of everything" proves true more often then you expect and every playthrough you'll discover something new. Maybe a locked door you gave up on opening and entirely forgot about you'll stumble back upon!

    Brilliant game, ten out of ten    … Expand
  90. SpookyCalhoun
    Oct 2, 2015
    10
    Undertale is a beautifully executed game. Both timeless and simultaneously hearkening to the past glory of 90s era RPG title.

    Anyhow, this is actually a review of "somedude14"'s joke review for this game. This user has very hilariously made a bad review or this infallible title, and it is A RIOT. A smelly nerd with a penchant for the word. What word is the word you might ask? The word    Undertale is a beautifully executed game. Both timeless and simultaneously hearkening to the past glory of 90s era RPG title.

    Anyhow, this is actually a review of "somedude14"'s joke review for this game. This user has very hilariously made a bad review or this infallible title, and it is A RIOT. A smelly nerd with a penchant for the word. What word is the word you might ask? The word is dork-dinkle-- and not a moment too soon! somedude14, in an ironic twist of fate, referred to the game as uninspired. I say ironic because this closet genius's username is perhaps one of the least inspired choices of moniker we've ever witnessed. Needless to say dudesome, you made this planet that much sweeter with your tasteful internet antics. Kudos to you. (Raises glass of pink lemonade in honor of dudesome14, but spills a little on keyboard)

    *Thump* *Thump*

    :) Tee hee hee hee hee . . .    … Expand
  91. Sakagae
    Oct 13, 2015
    10
    This game achieves what is sets out to do. The music is fantastic, every boss has new mechanics, there are a number of different endings, some of which have around 10 variations. There is so much detail in this game, every second object you interact with has an interesting bit of trivia/ a joke/ a reference to events to come. The whole game is incredibly detailed. What an amazing piece ofThis game achieves what is sets out to do. The music is fantastic, every boss has new mechanics, there are a number of different endings, some of which have around 10 variations. There is so much detail in this game, every second object you interact with has an interesting bit of trivia/ a joke/ a reference to events to come. The whole game is incredibly detailed. What an amazing piece of work from such a small team.… Expand
  92. 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
  93. MasstaGigabyte
    Oct 9, 2015
    10
    This game is AMAZING. Story wise. I'm not going to bother spoiling because it's best if you shed those 10 dollars, 'cause the fun-train ain't stopping. This game is those types of games where you're like "Oh, well I have to go kill people, yay :^)" But during the tutorial, this little froggit tells you that killing is unnecessary. Then you go past goatmom, and you're adventure startsThis game is AMAZING. Story wise. I'm not going to bother spoiling because it's best if you shed those 10 dollars, 'cause the fun-train ain't stopping. This game is those types of games where you're like "Oh, well I have to go kill people, yay :^)" But during the tutorial, this little froggit tells you that killing is unnecessary. Then you go past goatmom, and you're adventure starts there.
    The final boss, the TRUE final boss, will destroy you.. Emotionally. The story how he became that, and who was the human that died long before the Monsters were sealed in the ruins.

    This game is challenging. Not in the puzzles, but on how you need to act to spare your enemies and befriend them. Sure it may sound silly, but this breaks the norm of killing your enemies. Your character is clearly a child, why would a child kill? Unless you are a sick son'gun who wants to do a genocide, and if you're that person, kindly have a bad time :^)

    But this game soundtrack is great. You have great boss music, and great ambient music. Like in the house before you start your journey. And in the area where you go to the Spooky DJ's house (Not wanna spoil his name)

    Speaking of spoilers. This community is crazy on spoilers for new players. Every character must not be named, every character is a surprise to you on your first play-through. It's insane. But great. Because spoilers are bad.

    This game may not look like today's games, but who cares. You don't need good graphics or good visuals. You need something to show your game, but what your game needs is life. And this game has it. It has a soul. This game get's in your head and you're sucked in and you play it to the end.
    And you MUST pay attention to every single word every character says. Because if you do, you'll understand the story a lot. Especially with big characters, and those will be obvious every time you load up this game.

    Overall, 10/10 for this game. 10/10 for the soundtrack, the characters, the dialogue, the boss fights, and for that amazing ending. It will rip your heart out and will be fed back to you on a golden platter. Why? Because this game is rich. Rich in the story. Rich in the characters, dialogue and everything. Sure, the graphics are pixel-y, but it doesn't matter. This game is great. Shed 10 bucks for this game. Play it. Enjoy it.    … Expand
  94. FoxCrimson
    Oct 9, 2015
    10
    Coming from the likes of a jaded, life-long gamer, I found Undertale to be a refreshing experience that reels you into its world immediately. Visceral and emotionally charged, one cannot help but find that it's heartfelt plot development, offbeat sense of humor, and gripping musical score are nothing short of compelling. The flaws in each characters nature are exactly what gives them massComing from the likes of a jaded, life-long gamer, I found Undertale to be a refreshing experience that reels you into its world immediately. Visceral and emotionally charged, one cannot help but find that it's heartfelt plot development, offbeat sense of humor, and gripping musical score are nothing short of compelling. The flaws in each characters nature are exactly what gives them mass appeal; you will understand the meaning of catharsis after playing this game. Though it is clear that the game mechanics and graphical style are reminiscent of 1989 Earthbound (Mother) and even hearken back to some of its oddball charm, Undertale cleverly strikes out on its own and delivers a unique brand of quirkiness that sets it apart without 'imitating' anything before it. This is hands down one of the best games of the year. Don't mind the haters: this game is the true underdog of retro-classic gaming in 2015.

    Reading this review gives you Determination to play Undertale.    … Expand
  95. StrayMan
    Oct 9, 2015
    10
    It has been a long time since a game has drawn me in to the story and characters the way this game does. It's special; a little gem, definitely worth playing, if you like well-written, cute characters, an imaginative world, battle mechanics, and witty dialogue. Good stuff.
  96. wes_cab
    Oct 21, 2015
    10
    People tend to look at modern art and say that "even a child can paint like this." This is the reaction i imagine from every other negative review of this game. The restriction of graphics accentuate the plot points where it is unrestricted.

    The bullet hell style gameplay is engaging. The characters are well written. The plot and its premise definitely stands out among other games. It's    People tend to look at modern art and say that "even a child can paint like this." This is the reaction i imagine from every other negative review of this game. The restriction of graphics accentuate the plot points where it is unrestricted.

    The bullet hell style gameplay is engaging. The characters are well written. The plot and its premise definitely stands out among other games. It's a cultivated experience. It's a shame some people don't have the ability to appreciate it and slam it without second though. The intricacy, thought, and pure love put into this game is truly an experience that penetrates deeper than what face-value would lead you to believe.    … Expand
  97. thrackz
    Oct 18, 2015
    10
    Here's a quick tl;dr:
    Is Undertale a great game? - Yes
    Is it worth $10? - Yes Is it worth more than that? - Yes Should you play it? - If you like well developed, nostalgic RPGs full of memorable and likeable characters, an interesting storyline, a likeable and fun aesthetic, light hearted humour, a mix between RPG and Bullet Hell combat, an amazing soundtrack, a game inspired by and    Here's a quick tl;dr:
    Is Undertale a great game? - Yes
    Is it worth $10? - Yes
    Is it worth more than that? - Yes
    Should you play it? - If you like well developed, nostalgic RPGs full of memorable and likeable characters, an interesting storyline, a likeable and fun aesthetic, light hearted humour, a mix between RPG and Bullet Hell combat, an amazing soundtrack, a game inspired by and almost a tribute to the Mother series, a break from overdeveloped AAA titles and games that feel more like a money grab by a big company, and a game that you'll want to play over quite a few times, for each of the different endings, each with their own meaning, then yes.
    At first glance this game looks like one of the thousands of other RPG or topdown nostalgic themed indie games that manage to get past steams almost non-existent floodgates, and upon playing it only for a little, it may seem like that. But getting further and further into this game you begin to realise how much of an amazing game it really is. I personally began to grow attached to the amazingly well developed and likeable characters and the innocent, lighthearted humour, but also began to delve deeper into an interesting plot. I somewhat don't understand the negative reviews for this game and do not see at all what they're talking about in terms of their criticisms, but each to their own I guess. One of the most amazing games I've played in a long time, definitely worth a play.

    Wasn't much of a tl;dr oops.    … Expand
  98. AzmoRinsler
    Nov 2, 2015
    10
    This is hands down one of the best games I have ever played. I cannot remember the last time a game brought me such laughter and melancholy. It stands in defiance of the current state of the gaming industry as a whole and reminds me of the reasons why I originally loved to game - not for the competitive multiplayer, mmo, sandbox, dlc, whatever etc... but because it is legitimately fun.This is hands down one of the best games I have ever played. I cannot remember the last time a game brought me such laughter and melancholy. It stands in defiance of the current state of the gaming industry as a whole and reminds me of the reasons why I originally loved to game - not for the competitive multiplayer, mmo, sandbox, dlc, whatever etc... but because it is legitimately fun. Because it is the product not of a huge team of people being driven to produce results and meet deadlines in order to meet a bottom line and make as much profit as possible.

    Because it is inspired and lighthearted and FUN.

    I can PROMISE you that this is the best $10 I have ever spent, that even at $20 or $30 it would still have been one of my best ever purchases, and that I will be keeping an eye out for anything else made by these guys in the future.    … Expand
  99. ThoughtWolf
    Nov 14, 2015
    10
    It creates in itself a whole new genre of game by at first pretending to be another genre, then pointing out all the flaws of that type of game, all while making you feel actually morally involved with the character and their decisions. It does this in a format that has never been proposed before, and while perfectly meeting the expectations of every action I had in the game. It is notIt creates in itself a whole new genre of game by at first pretending to be another genre, then pointing out all the flaws of that type of game, all while making you feel actually morally involved with the character and their decisions. It does this in a format that has never been proposed before, and while perfectly meeting the expectations of every action I had in the game. It is not like other games where you try to perform an action with an expected result, and are disappointed in the lack of developer foresight, rather this game does the opposite and exceeds expected design and foresight by meeting and beating my expectations every time I raised the bar. Every time I explored the game, I learned something else that was actually relevant and had meaning, rather than small details of little consequence. Everything in the story is so wrapped up in itself and is tied up in such a delicate manner that it seems as if there are absolutely no plot holes in the story at all.… Expand
  100. Plaster
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    Honestly I fail to understand the negative and mixed reviews. This game is absolutely amazing and it would be REALLY hard for me to say otherwise. Judging this game because of graphics? Sound? Puzzle solving? Are some of these people serious? Did they even play games in the NES, SNES era? I honestly cant understand why people keep atributting so much importance to graphics and completelyHonestly I fail to understand the negative and mixed reviews. This game is absolutely amazing and it would be REALLY hard for me to say otherwise. Judging this game because of graphics? Sound? Puzzle solving? Are some of these people serious? Did they even play games in the NES, SNES era? I honestly cant understand why people keep atributting so much importance to graphics and completely miss other points in the game. The focus clearly wasn't in any of that but mostly in the fighting mehanics and story, not to mention the characters and humor which are all amazing. Heck, I bet most of the people that wrote the really bad reviews haven't even played through the true ending of the game and just decided to give up on it after they completed it for the first time. These people missed the whole fun factor because they were too set on other things that shouldn't have importance in the experience in my opinion. And I gotta say many of the people that read those reviews are probably never gonna give the game a chance which saddens me because it's a really great piece of work. And I gotta remind you this was practically a one man work, sure he was helped by some people but the project was mostly his so you there is no need to be so harsh when reviewing this game.

    Anyway this game is completely worth it's price. Like I said in my Steam review I felt I got way more than what I paid for.

    You will definitely feel sad if not even tear up at the end of this game. So i definitely reccomend this for everyone.

    The only bad thing that I think it's worth pointing out is some of the menu systems but that is just a small point in the game that doesn't break it at all.

    Overall if I could I'd give a 9.9/10 here in Metacritic but since that's not possible I'm giving it a 10.

    And remember that this game... it will fill you with DETERMINATION!    … 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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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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