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  1. Aug 20, 2017
    7
    Pros :
    + Nice retro graphics
    + Some music themes are a blast
    + Few innovative gameplay features
    + Well written with appealing characters
    + Interesting way to get different endings

    Cons :
    - Cheap RPG elements
    - Small environements with poor exploration
    - Puzzles are too easy
    - My 6 hours first run was a little boring
    - Nice little game, but greatly overrated IMO
  2. Aug 15, 2017
    10
    The negative reviews are just people that love hating over the game that was popular in 2015.
    DO NOT LISTEN TO THEM!
    Undertale is a Fantastic Indie game and it's worth it on PS4 and Vita as much as it was on the PC! there's not many differences from the Original version aside from Illustration Boarders and Japanese Language option, but if you never played Undertale, i Highly Recommend
    The negative reviews are just people that love hating over the game that was popular in 2015.
    DO NOT LISTEN TO THEM!

    Undertale is a Fantastic Indie game and it's worth it on PS4 and Vita as much as it was on the PC! there's not many differences from the Original version aside from Illustration Boarders and Japanese Language option, but if you never played Undertale, i Highly Recommend it!

    This is one of many amazing Indie Experiences you will ever try it out and i'm glad Playstation fans will be able to try it out
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  3. Aug 24, 2017
    4
    This game is the manifestation of INDIE OVER-HYPE. It's a nice throw back to older JRPG's with some weird old Atari style gameplay. I'd give it a higher score, but it's given so much extra credit for things that really aren't that innovative really blasted my expectations high only to play a good but AVERAGE RPG. This game is nothing special, but it is a good video game, with some goodThis game is the manifestation of INDIE OVER-HYPE. It's a nice throw back to older JRPG's with some weird old Atari style gameplay. I'd give it a higher score, but it's given so much extra credit for things that really aren't that innovative really blasted my expectations high only to play a good but AVERAGE RPG. This game is nothing special, but it is a good video game, with some good creative ideas. Realistically it's worth trying, but I can't recommend based on it being unrelated to the fake game alluded to in the hype and reviews. Expand
  4. Aug 28, 2017
    4
    This game is one of the reasons i lost faith in game review websites.
    I have been playing games for the past 26 years now, played hundreds and hundreds of titles in every category.
    This game is trying to be some sort of retro RPG hybrid.. with very simple game mechanics, However back in the day most RPG's were far more complex than this. This game was clearly meant for the ''Fan
    This game is one of the reasons i lost faith in game review websites.
    I have been playing games for the past 26 years now, played hundreds and hundreds of titles in every category.

    This game is trying to be some sort of retro RPG hybrid.. with very simple game mechanics,
    However back in the day most RPG's were far more complex than this.
    This game was clearly meant for the ''Fan service''.
    I lost my interest after 3 hours, ''that was about half way though the game'' yes it's actually this short.

    This is what shocked me most ''#1 Best PS4 Game of 2017''
    What a joke...so it actually surpassed Persona 5, Yakuza 0, Nier, Nioh etc.??

    It kind of reminds me of the overhyped ''Gone Home' another title' that got more praise than it deserved.
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  5. Aug 28, 2017
    1
    Boy! What an underwhelming and boring amateur load of crap; game looks like like a great game for the atari 2600 and plays like a glorified mini game. And the writing seems taken straight out of a Teletubbys episode or something. Not even that sad about wasting the money. But very upset because the hype was through the roof!

    OTOH Maybe it's aimed and understood exclusively by millennials.
  6. Mar 25, 2018
    9
    the game is good, with good songs, incredible characters and an incredible story, but the game is only 6 hours long, which makes it a bit short
  7. Dec 10, 2017
    7
    First off, know what you're getting into - this is a 16 bit throwback, text-driven, turn based RPG. If that doesn't appeal to you, you're not going to enjoy this game.

    For what it is, though...I thought it was great. For the most part it's pretty laid back in terms of difficulty, although there were a few notable boss fights that were surprisingly challenging. There's a humour in the
    First off, know what you're getting into - this is a 16 bit throwback, text-driven, turn based RPG. If that doesn't appeal to you, you're not going to enjoy this game.

    For what it is, though...I thought it was great. For the most part it's pretty laid back in terms of difficulty, although there were a few notable boss fights that were surprisingly challenging. There's a humour in the writing reminiscent of Earthbound, and there's actually a lot of depth to the characters and story once you get deeper into the game, especially on the second and third playthrough as you play a more merciful-or merciless-style of play. There were a few moments where I laughed out loud, and one battle in the game had my heart rate maxed out as I finally managed to beat it after about my 40th attempt.

    It's a polarizing game for sure, especially if you're comparing it to AAA PS4 action/RPG or FPS games. But if you grew up playing and loving those 90's turn based RPG games, you will likely really enjoy this.
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  8. Dec 5, 2019
    10
    As someone who grew up in the 80’s and 90’s I absolutely adored Undertale. Styled and influenced mainly by 1989’s JRPG Mother, Undertale takes you on a fun, funny, bizarre and at times challenging adventure through a monster filled underworld. Full of unique and interesting characters who are complimented by hilarious dialogue; the story draws you in, allowing you to move beyond the 16 bitAs someone who grew up in the 80’s and 90’s I absolutely adored Undertale. Styled and influenced mainly by 1989’s JRPG Mother, Undertale takes you on a fun, funny, bizarre and at times challenging adventure through a monster filled underworld. Full of unique and interesting characters who are complimented by hilarious dialogue; the story draws you in, allowing you to move beyond the 16 bit style graphics and lose yourself in your imagination.
    The art style is basic but very deliberately basic as a love letter to the golden era of gaming and classic role playing games.
    The world is nostalgic and fun to explore. The combat system is unique and fun. You can either fight enemies or choose to spare them by engaging in witty dialog. When you are attacked you must control a heart (representing your soul) through a series of bullet hell, platforming, dodging senarios which get more and more insane as the game progresses.
    Boss fights stand out as the most interesting and challenging parts of the game. These include battling against Doggos, Giant spiders, skeletons, Ghosts, killer robots and heroic warriors. Boss fights are made even more awesome by the fantastic individual boss theme that plays during battle. The music is simply amazing in the game and will stay with you long after you’ve completed the game.
    The soundtrack adds to the depth of the game and conveys sadness, joy, fun and adventure, enhancing each scenario it is used for.
    The game is around 8 hours long which leaves you wanting more, this encourages further play-trough’s to get alternative endings.
    If you haven’t played Undertale yet, go play it! And see what you’re missing out on!
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  9. Jul 25, 2018
    10
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  10. Sep 14, 2019
    9
    pos:
    great narration
    awesome puzzles
    funny characters

    neg:
    retro graphic
    music themes
  11. Apr 14, 2020
    10
    Hands down the best game ever. The characters are amazing the story is captivating the sound track is incredible and just the way the game is is outstanding
  12. Oct 31, 2017
    10
    This is one of the best modern rpg games to play, taking the Earthbound gameplay and taking it way far away, Undertale have a unique fight system that makes the battle more interactive, you not just receive damage waiting for your next turn, you can dodge the attacks by moving your little hearth, also you can spare enemies by flirting or just talking a bit with them. Everything that you doThis is one of the best modern rpg games to play, taking the Earthbound gameplay and taking it way far away, Undertale have a unique fight system that makes the battle more interactive, you not just receive damage waiting for your next turn, you can dodge the attacks by moving your little hearth, also you can spare enemies by flirting or just talking a bit with them. Everything that you do in Undertale feels important on the story, with amazing characters, amazing 4th wall breaking, amazing jokes and humor and lots of endings depending on the way you act through the game. 10/10 Is a must have if you like this kind of games. Expand
  13. Nov 16, 2017
    10
    This is such a sweet indie work of passion. There is genuine quality and dedication put in to this game. If you don't understand this game it does not make it bad. My heroes journey through this game kept me coming back and it never grew boring or soulless. This game has a soul and if you appreciate works of art then this is for you.
  14. Dec 30, 2017
    9
    A work so genial and original, where the definitions of "right" and "wrong" acquire new meanings, and in which the impact of our decisions takes on a tangible value.
  15. Nov 9, 2017
    10
    I've never loved such games, But this game is just great! Nice graphics and an amazing story! Bosses lead to horror! A lot of very interesting characters! I recommend to play!
  16. Aug 15, 2017
    8
    As a person who heard and never played Undertale on PC yet had a PS4, I was quite happy to hear the game was coming to the console and the Vita of all things. Hearing about it's achievements and awards it was given by even the most cynical of critics made me wonder much about the world of Undertale, so I was quite excited to jump on it and give it a run through. So does it deserve praiseAs a person who heard and never played Undertale on PC yet had a PS4, I was quite happy to hear the game was coming to the console and the Vita of all things. Hearing about it's achievements and awards it was given by even the most cynical of critics made me wonder much about the world of Undertale, so I was quite excited to jump on it and give it a run through. So does it deserve praise and acclaim then? Absolutely.

    There is such a love and fervor for this game's design, from the characters, the way you interact with the encounters, the fourth-wall breaking that can nail you, as the player, into a realm of humor, emotion and even guilt as every act you commit yields a consequence or effect. The music is top-notch and despite the graphics and textures being a bit lackluster, the homage to older games from the 80s and 90s really makes Undertale a game that takes a bold concept, and executes very well for what it has. Despite the praises, however, I feel the need to hammer at the game for a few things that aren't dealbreakers by any means (an 8 to me is a GREAT score, everyone deserves a chance to play this kinda of thing) but I feel hold it back some.

    The characters you encounter are definitely memorable, there is no doubt in my mind of this. The issue though is everything is VERY limited when doing things with them. It allows you to have a special moment with them once and doesn't show more of their side as they develop. Having a few more hangouts and conversations could make them far more powerful. Dating a skeleton should go alot farther and that's all I gotta say for that.

    The combat can be a bit unfair for newcomers. The game employs turn base RPG with bullet hell mechanics mixed to create a very interactive hybrid that gives you a bit of depth to your choices. The reason I feel it's unfair is that some attacks come so quick and have little time to react that I died quite a bit from my engagements. There is also a moderate irritation of backtracking for certain things, whether that be items, dialogue or events. I do think there should have been a smarter way of handling this without making newcomers feel the groans of running all the back for something and realize it was a waste of time. It's a shame because the game has great pacing leading up to the finale and it's spent doing side things despite the creator trying not to employ those kind of things and tell us in the game "doing something is going to be remembered". The last bit I would say that irked me (more of preference but perhaps an issue for some) is the voices. While I respect the homage to older games like Banjo and Kazooie for having goofy voiceovers instead of voice actors, Undertale's characters "voice" sounds can be grating to listen to. It feels like going silent would have been a far better move in my opinion, but if you are use to this kind of talk then it's fine.

    I do not want someone to misunderstand my 8/10 score. Undertale is a GREAT game that ends (the true ending of course) on a purely powerful and emotional note that speaks deep in not just the characters I encountered on my journey, but me as a person who has played games since I was a baby. $15 dollars for this game is honestly a no brainer and I recommend this to anyone interested in bold and new takes on current genres. While it has some issues that I feel can take away the experience much to the overwhelm of critical and fan acclaim it has now for almost 2 years, I completely understand more higher scores regardless. Undertale is a funny, emotional and interesting journey that pierces through your gaming soul in very clever ways.
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  17. Jan 31, 2018
    8
    What can I say about Undertale that already hasn't been said... so I'll just mention difference of the PS4 version...

    The visuals, story, gameplay and music are all on par with the PC version but the implemented trophies are way too easy - You don't even have to finish the game to get the Platinum! You just need enough money for the 15 Dognation Trophies (you can quit the game after
    What can I say about Undertale that already hasn't been said... so I'll just mention difference of the PS4 version...

    The visuals, story, gameplay and music are all on par with the PC version but the implemented trophies are way too easy - You don't even have to finish the game to get the Platinum!
    You just need enough money for the 15 Dognation Trophies (you can quit the game after getting the last Dognation trophy, keeping your money on your saved game) and to REACH the final area - you don't even have to enter it.
    They should have locked at least one trophy against each completion imo but trophy hunters will at least be happy.
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  18. May 13, 2018
    10
    Pros:
    + Emotional story
    + Multiple ways to play the game + Many innovative surprises + Funny/good dialogues + The battle system + LOVELY music + The characters + For those who likes simple and linear gameplay + Gives nostalgic feelings + OK Graphics Cons: - The game is too short for the RPG genre - Too few equipments - No basic exploring, like hidden item chests or side
    Pros:
    + Emotional story
    + Multiple ways to play the game
    + Many innovative surprises
    + Funny/good dialogues
    + The battle system
    + LOVELY music
    + The characters
    + For those who likes simple and linear gameplay
    + Gives nostalgic feelings
    + OK Graphics

    Cons:
    - The game is too short for the RPG genre
    - Too few equipments
    - No basic exploring, like hidden item chests or side quests that rewards you. (not a big minus for me)
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  19. Aug 29, 2019
    10
    A lot of 0... Hey, Soniboys, isn't graphics important? The main thing in the game is the story?!
    Oh, i forgot double standard...
  20. Nov 16, 2019
    10
    Non ho idea di cosa scrivere.
    Non ci sono parole, o, almeno, io non riesco a trovarne, che riescano a dare un' idea esaustiva di quanto geniale e stupefacente sia a mio parere questo gioco.
    Ho sentito per la prima volta parlare di Undertale meno di un anno fa, mentre intrattenevo una normale conversazione con mia cugina. Curioso di provare questo gioco, presentatomi come:" Un abbattitore
    Non ho idea di cosa scrivere.
    Non ci sono parole, o, almeno, io non riesco a trovarne, che riescano a dare un' idea esaustiva di quanto geniale e stupefacente sia a mio parere questo gioco.
    Ho sentito per la prima volta parlare di Undertale meno di un anno fa, mentre intrattenevo una normale conversazione con mia cugina. Curioso di provare questo gioco, presentatomi come:" Un abbattitore della quarta parete di prima classe", lo scaricai.
    Ammetto che la prima ora circa di gameplay non mi coinvolse: trovavo le musiche delle Rovine ripetitive e fastidiose, con delle meccaniche di combattimento interessanti ma poco sfruttate.

    Poi iniziai a progredire durante il gioco.

    Mano a mano che proseguivo, iniziavo ad imbattermi in personaggi sempre più interessanti e ben caratterizzati, ambientazioni meraviglianti dalla meraviglia accresciuta proprio dalla risoluzione grafica che Fox ha attribuito al gioco. Iniziai ad apprezzare una comicità arguta, una colonna sonora a dir poco armoniosa, Compreso tutto, credo che nell'istante immediatamente precedente al "finale", ovvero subito dopo la bossfight alla fine delle Hotland, avrei dato a questo gioco un 7.5, forse un 8, in quanto era stata un esperienza di gioco piacevole, con combattimenti ardui ed ingegnosi. Ma solo dopo, dopo avere terminato la trama, dopo il mio primo playtrough, toccai con mano l'effettivo potenziale di questo gioco, portante una massima di vita estremamente positiva e quantomai veritiera: le nostre azioni, anche se videogiochi estremamente violenti dove avvengono stragi e carneficine per mano di noi giocatori senza che nessuno batta un ciglio, hanno delle conseguenze.
    Il fatto che sia possibile ottenere molteplici finali in base al nostro comportamento nei confronti degli NPC, ai quali dopo numerose partite ci si affezionerà in un modo assolutamente unico, è stupefacentemente coinvolgente.
    Non scendo minimamente nei dettagli per fare in modo da non rovinare a nessuno questo Must-Play, dico solamente che vale tutti i soldi spesi per acquistarlo non solo per il gioco in sé, ma per l'infinito potenziale speculativo che sta dietro alla trama principale su alcuni temi: teorie, personaggi enigmatici, eventi non ben specificati...
    Non fatevi ingannare dalla morbosità del fandom di questo gioco, compratelo, e vi migliorerà la vita.
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  21. Nov 16, 2019
    10
    Undertale, the best game of 2015.
    I love this game because it has a different mode than the other games and a good story.
  22. Dec 22, 2019
    10
    Beautiful and inspiring. Suitable for oldgamers. Mixed gameplay between jrpg and bullet hell. Of incredible creativity. Charismatic, cute characters. One of the few cases of games that when you turn off you miss everyone you met there. Mindblowing as it progresses. Great experience!
  23. Aug 30, 2017
    9
    Undertale is a really cute and quirky game. It's one of those games that can really help to put you in a good mood if you're feeling down because it's (at times quite bizarre) humor. The battle system is super unique and the ability to not kill a single enemy allows for a much different strategy from most games. I can understand how it wouldn't be a game for everyone because if you don'tUndertale is a really cute and quirky game. It's one of those games that can really help to put you in a good mood if you're feeling down because it's (at times quite bizarre) humor. The battle system is super unique and the ability to not kill a single enemy allows for a much different strategy from most games. I can understand how it wouldn't be a game for everyone because if you don't appreciate its quirkiness a lot of the game's humor will be lost on you. It is a little short but it has good replay value and for a cost of $15 dollars you can't expect a game that's the length of Skyrim and at that price you gotta check it out at the very least because it's a truly unique gaming experience! Expand
  24. Oct 30, 2017
    10
    People like to hate for the sake of hating. Undertale is surely a failure of it's own success. This game is good, it deserves much higher score than a 6.2.
  25. Sep 27, 2017
    10
    If you want your games to actually SAY something and evoke feelings in you, Undertale is where its at. You get attached to all of the characters, the story is great (especially if you're willing to put in the work to discover all of it), combat (or anti-combat?) is fun and engaging. The soundtrack is great as well.

    If you are exclusively into over muscled bad-asses mindlessly and
    If you want your games to actually SAY something and evoke feelings in you, Undertale is where its at. You get attached to all of the characters, the story is great (especially if you're willing to put in the work to discover all of it), combat (or anti-combat?) is fun and engaging. The soundtrack is great as well.

    If you are exclusively into over muscled bad-asses mindlessly and amorally shooting people, perhaps this one isn't for you. Admittedly, Undertale isn't a game for everyone. There isn't blazing fast robot-on-ninja-on mercenary-action, or hordes of gory zombies, but, honestly, do we need more of that? If you are willing to give Undertale a chance and discover what its all about, it won't leave you disappointed. Also, there is a dog wedding.
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  26. Oct 25, 2017
    7
    Undertale. Well, This game has a simple plot. After a war between Humans and monsters, Humans banished monsters into the underground. You discover the underground and must find a way out. i must give credit to its plot. I enjoyed it . FOR WHAT IT WAS. It gets very limited because of the repetitive gameplay. It does a bad job at mixing it up. I however found some of the characters to beUndertale. Well, This game has a simple plot. After a war between Humans and monsters, Humans banished monsters into the underground. You discover the underground and must find a way out. i must give credit to its plot. I enjoyed it . FOR WHAT IT WAS. It gets very limited because of the repetitive gameplay. It does a bad job at mixing it up. I however found some of the characters to be somewhat not bad. I invested myself into the plot for a bit, and i think it paid off. It doesnt really build up to the final battle, unfortunatly. This game gets a bit quirky at times. Even made me cringe. Yes, if you ignore all the bad fanart and crappy community cancer, this game does an OK job. Not a game i would recommend to all players, but i somehow got addicted to this game, however i feel like the game is spoiled by its fandom. I never got back to playing it after the fandom spilled out. This game was originally on pc, but then spilled onto Playstation. I don't know why they ported it since this game is a couple years old? I don't know. The visuals gives off the earthbound vibe from like the 1990's. Not saying its a bad thing, it might even be innovative. The soundtrack is good. i recieved it very well and thought it was always fitting, since this was made by one guy. The game is like only 4 HOURS LONG. (Angryjoe would be disappointed). There are "multiple endings", but its just different end text. THATS IT. 4 HOURS FOR THIS?! Very disappointing! Thats all from me, really.
    Overall, Its an ok JRPG game. If you are a fan of JRPG's, i would probably recommend this game to you.
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  27. Sep 9, 2017
    10
    This game is a masterpiece of a satire. BUT IT IS A SATIRE. Be wary of that, don't go into this game thinking that it'll change your life, every part is so good. It's not the greatest game ever made. But it's got charm to it, good writing, some intuitive ideas making it feel very fresh and different than anything I have ever played.

    I recommend, but look up the first 15-20 minutes or so
    This game is a masterpiece of a satire. BUT IT IS A SATIRE. Be wary of that, don't go into this game thinking that it'll change your life, every part is so good. It's not the greatest game ever made. But it's got charm to it, good writing, some intuitive ideas making it feel very fresh and different than anything I have ever played.

    I recommend, but look up the first 15-20 minutes or so to see if you like the characters. If you hate the characters, you'll hate this game because it's characters and story are what its about.
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  28. Nov 10, 2017
    7
    Undertale is a retro RPG that has all the elements of a great game, but for me ends up with a whole lot of missed potential. The pieces are all there, lovely music, aesthetic, quirkiness, combat system but it all falls short in such a short length game. It doesn't have enough time to flesh out things that could have made it great. Itemization shows promise then falls short, explorationUndertale is a retro RPG that has all the elements of a great game, but for me ends up with a whole lot of missed potential. The pieces are all there, lovely music, aesthetic, quirkiness, combat system but it all falls short in such a short length game. It doesn't have enough time to flesh out things that could have made it great. Itemization shows promise then falls short, exploration seems enticing at first but is very rarely rewarding. Dialogue seems to have great potential, then gets old. The combat system is really cool, and then doesn't quite add enough new to keep it fresh and exciting. The enemies are unique but ultimately not quite enough are introduced by the end. The only aspect that stays consistently awesome is the music. All the other elements would have you believe at first that this game is the magnificent gem reviewers are raving about, but ultimately are not fleshed out to warrant more than an average score. Expand
  29. May 31, 2018
    10
    An RPG where you don't have to kill anyone. What more needs to be said? Really, this is one of the most creative games I've ever played and while yes, it's clear it was made by one guy when looking at the graphics, levels, etc., there is also a lot of heart and effort put into things such as the story, characters, music, and gameplay elements. Honestly, go into this game knowing nothing,An RPG where you don't have to kill anyone. What more needs to be said? Really, this is one of the most creative games I've ever played and while yes, it's clear it was made by one guy when looking at the graphics, levels, etc., there is also a lot of heart and effort put into things such as the story, characters, music, and gameplay elements. Honestly, go into this game knowing nothing, and you will be greatly rewarded. I do recommend not killing anyone on your first play through though ;) Expand
  30. Sep 13, 2017
    9
    I've no idea why the game is received so poorly on PS4 but so well on PC. I can only assume that the PS4 gamers more overwhelmingly look for a streamlined, "exciting" entertainment experience and don't have any appetite to reflect upon the actual contents/story of the game, which is a real shame. Also they might be less used to indie games/games with retro graphics. I don't think anybodyI've no idea why the game is received so poorly on PS4 but so well on PC. I can only assume that the PS4 gamers more overwhelmingly look for a streamlined, "exciting" entertainment experience and don't have any appetite to reflect upon the actual contents/story of the game, which is a real shame. Also they might be less used to indie games/games with retro graphics. I don't think anybody who rated the game badly actually even understood what the game is about. They probably just stormed through the game killing everybody they see on sight... exactly the thing the game is making a point about. This game is a meta comment on the state of today's gaming culture. Sadly the ratings here seem to exactly prove why the author wanted to make such a comment in the first place... If somebody played through the story and yet isn't in the least bit moved by it, I can't imagine what kind of person he/she must be in real life... Just horrible. If you at least have some heart then play it and you won't regret it in the slightest. The alternative perspective it provides is incredibly refreshing and touching, though you might not necessarily agree with it. If you only look for the thrills of killing some enemy and never look at the story (which to be fair many modern games just don't give a f*** about), then don't complain after playing it or come here to leave bad ratings. Expand
Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 18
  2. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Oct 15, 2017
    90
    It's masterful, and practically unique - which is just about the best way to describe the game as a whole. [Nov 2017, p.88]
  2. Undertale is the rare RPG that makes you feel tons of different emotions.
  3. Sep 12, 2017
    70
    Despite the fact that Undertale didn't tick all my boxes, it was still an enjoyable game. Its visuals and music brought to mind some of my most cherished memories from my formative years, and are top-notch even for games that try to evoke that retro vibe. Its narrative is tongue-in-cheek and consistantly sends surprises the player's way. The game excels at asking players to enjoy it in ways that are incongruous with the traditional way RPGs are designed. Unfortunately, those looking for a more traditional experience may feel short-changed here. The lion's share of the game's character, lore, and emotional impact is experienced by challenging yourself to play the entire game in a completely different fashion.