Undertale

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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 533 Ratings

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  1. MrTusks
    Nov 19, 2019
    10
    I liked Undertale fine, but I don't think it lives up to the hype. I was expecting the transcendental experience the indie community has raved about, but instead I got something that is part brilliant deconstruction of the genre and part lazy gag game. The primitive graphics certainly don't help--other games have done brilliant things with limited resources, but Undertale just kinda looksI liked Undertale fine, but I don't think it lives up to the hype. I was expecting the transcendental experience the indie community has raved about, but instead I got something that is part brilliant deconstruction of the genre and part lazy gag game. The primitive graphics certainly don't help--other games have done brilliant things with limited resources, but Undertale just kinda looks like the worst of the games that inspired it with occasional flourishes that remind you it was made in 2015.

    Edit: I was so, so wrong. Undertale is a love letter to video games. It sees me, sometimes in ways I don't want it to. It is art.    … Expand
  2. miccael
    Nov 29, 2018
    10
    One of the best games ever made. I have no idea why there are so many negative reviews, did you even play the game?
  3. PyroFierceDeity
    Jun 20, 2019
    10
    A must play! I am a huge avid gamer. I play all sorts of genres. Action adventure, RPGs, shooters, you name it. But a little game called UNDERTALE slipped under my nose back in 2015 when it came out.

    It was everywhere when I came out. My 17 year old's head was too far up call of duty zombies at the time since it was my most played game at the time. Fast forward to 2018 and I got it on    A must play! I am a huge avid gamer. I play all sorts of genres. Action adventure, RPGs, shooters, you name it. But a little game called UNDERTALE slipped under my nose back in 2015 when it came out.

    It was everywhere when I came out. My 17 year old's head was too far up call of duty zombies at the time since it was my most played game at the time. Fast forward to 2018 and I got it on sale for my vita after my friend was telling me it was an awesome game and being that I just got back into RPGs from my PS1 Final Fantasy days, I figured why not. I did NOT know what I was in for. The game has the greatest charm I've ever seen in a video game. The characters, the atmosphere, it's story telling, is all SUPERB. I love everything about this game. There are VERY few flaws I could find with the game. It's THAT good. I can't say much without spoiling the experience. I went into it completely blind, never watched any playthroughs, didn't read any reviews, nothing. I just watched the 1 minute trailer right before I played it.

    What are you waiting for? Go start your journey! It will be a rollercoaster! and you if you're a big fan of video game music, you will find lots of musical masterpieces in this game. Toby Fox is a musical genius.

    With majora's mask being my #1 favorite game of all time, and chrono trigger being #2, I am proud to say undertale is my #3.    … Expand
  4. EdwardG
    May 10, 2019
    10
    Undertale deserves all the praise it gets and more. There's a memorable cast of characters, an excellent battle system in which you can spare any enemy, and an affecting story that concludes beautifully. It really is best to play without any prior knowledge, as it has a lot of surprises up its sleeve.

    All you have to know is that this is a modern masterpiece, showcasing the capability    Undertale deserves all the praise it gets and more. There's a memorable cast of characters, an excellent battle system in which you can spare any enemy, and an affecting story that concludes beautifully. It really is best to play without any prior knowledge, as it has a lot of surprises up its sleeve.

    All you have to know is that this is a modern masterpiece, showcasing the capability of games to tell a touching story while captivating you throughout, be it via puzzles, the unique battle system, the beautiful soundtrack and charming retro style or simply interacting with the characters.

    Every aspect of Undertale is perfectly crafted and it deserves to be experienced firsthand - this truly is something special, and I couldn't recommend it enough.    … Expand
  5. J-Wood
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    I am not an RPG fan. I've played Pokemon, Final Fantasy, and a few others that were just not memorable enough for me. But Undertale is different. It takes RPG tropes I hate and turns them on their head. I really enjoyed the combat in this game, it's unique, challenging, and interesting.

    The characters are endearing and the humor is fantastic. The music does a fantastic job of    I am not an RPG fan. I've played Pokemon, Final Fantasy, and a few others that were just not memorable enough for me. But Undertale is different. It takes RPG tropes I hate and turns them on their head. I really enjoyed the combat in this game, it's unique, challenging, and interesting.

    The characters are endearing and the humor is fantastic. The music does a fantastic job of representing the character's personalities and traits (especially Death by Glamour). I cannot say how much I love this soundtrack. It's definitely a jammer.

    The complaints I have with the game are that the sprite work can be boring sometimes. You can walk down a hallway with 1 color, so you cannot even tell if you are moving or not. It's weird because there are some points in the game that are gorgeous (like the room where you fight sans). If all sprite work was like this it'd be incredible. Genocide run can be a little grindy.

    This is one of the best games I have ever played, and if you haven't played it yet, make this a priority. Go in blind if you can.    … Expand
  6. yahav135
    Oct 16, 2018
    10
    Absolutely a must-play. A masterpiece RPG lovers and haters alike. Please give the game an actual chance before just posting a negative review.
  7. B-Bog
    Mar 22, 2019
    10
    There is no other game like this. Period.

    If there was one video game that everybody, even non-gamers should play, it's this one, because it has a very important message. Probably the most emotional video game experience I've ever had. Don't even get me started on the music, Toby Fox is a genius. Do yourself a favour and play this as soon as possible, no matter the platform. P.S.:    There is no other game like this. Period.

    If there was one video game that everybody, even non-gamers should play, it's this one, because it has a very important message. Probably the most emotional video game experience I've ever had. Don't even get me started on the music, Toby Fox is a genius.

    Do yourself a favour and play this as soon as possible, no matter the platform.

    P.S.: Lol @ ochinchin's review down there. Maybe you should print that out and hand it to a clinical psychologist. You seem to have a lot of problems with being judged.    … Expand
  8. MrGreenBanana
    Oct 23, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is the best indie game ever made. No doubt. It looks and sounds beautiful. The characters all have their own special charm. The world around you is wonderfully designed. The music is amazing. The stories are very well done, namely the Pacifist story. If that didn't give it away, this is one of those games where every single choice you make affects the ending of the game. Say you don't kill anything and do a bunch of other really specific stuff. You'll get the Pacifist ending. If you play through the game normally (and most likely blindly), you'll get the Neutral ending. But if you literally go around hunting for enemies to kill, eventually none will show up. Do this in every area of the game, and you'll get the Genocide ending (and one of the hardest boss fights every made). Overall, Undertale is modern masterpiece. Just don't go looking up fan-art of Undyne x Alphys... I've seen some s***.… Expand
  9. Joaxuin
    Oct 7, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 10/10 great dating sim. Got to date a skele-dude and get beat up by his brother. Fight a fish. Date a dinosuar. Date the fish. Beat up a doll in a sink. What else is needed in a video game? Also died 100 times by a goat. Just thought I'd mention that.… Expand
  10. Da3_who_knows
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    A masterpiece. Everything about this game is great. I had no problems with the switch version of the game. I was kinda expecting the game to be longer, but as i have played it two times already and want to play it again i guess it does kinda makes up for it. I love this game, and unless you don't like a good challenge or the gameplay (which is not the problem of the switch version), iA masterpiece. Everything about this game is great. I had no problems with the switch version of the game. I was kinda expecting the game to be longer, but as i have played it two times already and want to play it again i guess it does kinda makes up for it. I love this game, and unless you don't like a good challenge or the gameplay (which is not the problem of the switch version), i would strongly recommend it to anyone, literally anyone.… Expand
  11. wmeyer666
    Sep 27, 2018
    10
    It's a masterpiece. From mechanics, to character design, to level design, to music, to little details, toward the variety of choices. The list pretty much goes on, and at fifteen dollars? There are very minor issues, more-say gripes which comes down as niche-picking, (but what game comes without those?). It's more a story based game, with mechanics and graphics that may not appeal to theIt's a masterpiece. From mechanics, to character design, to level design, to music, to little details, toward the variety of choices. The list pretty much goes on, and at fifteen dollars? There are very minor issues, more-say gripes which comes down as niche-picking, (but what game comes without those?). It's more a story based game, with mechanics and graphics that may not appeal to the modern age, but those that seek what this game provides, it does so with a heart throbbing punch.

    Easy 10/10.    … Expand
  12. Purpledragon32
    Sep 18, 2018
    10
    I’ve heard of this game but never played it. Now I have and it’s interesting to see why people loved it back then. I love the humor and jokes in the game it’s very entertaining and a very fun game to play when you have nothing else to do.
  13. Cafisko
    Sep 22, 2018
    10
    Undertale has everything to be a good game, people are endearing and funny, the atmosphere is nice, the music is beautiful in short the game is a masterpiece if you are a fan of RPG or not I advise you strongly to try it
  14. RobertoReviews
    Sep 23, 2018
    10
    I have always looked away from this game until now that it's on switch and I realize now I was such an idiot. This game uses mechanics I have never seen in an RPG where your skill can decide how much damage you take / give while most RPG's make me just click the a button to skip the text and attack again. Also, while most games just show one method of defending, this game shows differentI have always looked away from this game until now that it's on switch and I realize now I was such an idiot. This game uses mechanics I have never seen in an RPG where your skill can decide how much damage you take / give while most RPG's make me just click the a button to skip the text and attack again. Also, while most games just show one method of defending, this game shows different methods of defending and sometimes attacking but never stalls on it so you can have a new experience and not have to play a repetitive game over and over.

    UnderTale also has great replay-ability because even though the map does not change, your actions on certain people can change how the game is played and theirs multiple endings to make the game always feel new and fresh.

    When I was a child I had this ability known as "Sucking at games" which would make the game way more fun learning and getting better at bosses like Mario Galaxy 2 the Perfect Run would just be a good time spender but games will all use the same format which is why i have lost the feeling of learning a game but this is new and inspiring giving me the nostalgic feeling I have wanted for a long time, learning, trying different methods of killing bosses.

    In conclusion, UnderTale has a great story line with new kinds of methods of attacking and defending and in my total of 10 hours of playing I can say this is one of the best games I have ever played and I'm not just saying that because everyone else likes it, It has a great chunk of story on it's bones and I can't wait to see whats the next ending I can get. Thank you Toby Fox for giving me this feeling again I haven't felt in a long time.    … Expand
  15. MildRain
    Dec 14, 2018
    10
    Absolutely flipping amazing. All of the characters are so loveable, the story hits you right in the feels. I have nothing bad to say about the game. It's difficult at some parts but is still fun, no matter how difficult it gets.
  16. lilacstream
    Nov 9, 2018
    10
    There is so much to love about Undertale. i have played hundreds of video games in my life, but nothing ever made me feel quite this way before. Taking inspiration from the Earthbound series for its quirkiness and sincerity, Undertale twists that formula into something new. Instead of kids against a world of corrupt adults and alien beings, we have in this game a lone child thrust into aThere is so much to love about Undertale. i have played hundreds of video games in my life, but nothing ever made me feel quite this way before. Taking inspiration from the Earthbound series for its quirkiness and sincerity, Undertale twists that formula into something new. Instead of kids against a world of corrupt adults and alien beings, we have in this game a lone child thrust into a society of mostly well-meaning monsters. Will you disrupt the monsters' world with your entrance, or will you find a way to see them as people, too?

    I find it hard to rank my favorite video games, but I think more fondly of my time with Undertale than I do of any other game. That may change with time, of course, but I can't think of another experience that generated this kind of instant nostalgia. I can't recommend this game enough. Please do yourself a favor, give it a try -- and don't go looking for spoilers!!!    … Expand
  17. kramcake
    Nov 9, 2018
    10
    Undertale has an interesting story plot, simple game mechanics and music that seems to enhance the atmosphere of the game. The game is very enjoyable and I'd recommend it to anybody who has not tried it out yet.
  18. x0XTrinityX0x
    Nov 21, 2018
    10
    Undertale is the perfect game it has everything a good story nice characters. The art style looks very good and the game is working well on Nintendo switch!
  19. leetl1
    Mar 5, 2019
    10
    Sure, the fanbase is toxic, but I still love this game. The music is indie game awesomeness. A lot of people complain about the simple fighting style, but I actually love it. The platforming mixed with choices was really cool to me. The story is also emotional near the end. Call me a Undertalebwarb all you want, but I am giving this a ten.
  20. spagetiFTW
    Dec 11, 2018
    10
    This game is definitely a hit or miss. If you're like me it was a hit, and it's considered to be one of the most enjoyable gaming experiences ever. Not for everyone though.
  21. NuclearPhoenix
    Dec 8, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. TBH tho, game =x= fandom.
    A trash fandom doesn't defines a game.
    Now, with that out of the way, the actual review.
    Coming from someone that played it on 2014, the game has aged pretty well, it still feels pretty fresh and innovative. Even if Toby's jokes are despisable, they're just lines of text so I don't think they affect the score. The MewMew fight was pretty good, the music felt a little bit underwhelming tho, but it was a nice extra.

    A must play indeed, and it's a great way of introducing someone to RPGs.    … Expand
  22. ToadieTo
    Dec 30, 2018
    10
    This is my favorite game right now. I love RPGs and the soundtrack is amazing. Even if the fandom might be bad it doesn't have anything to do with the game.
  23. Anti_badgame0
    Feb 8, 2019
    10
    I DO NOT often give games a 10/10 score, unless they absolutely deserve it, and it is for that exact reason Undertale has earned its 10/10 ranking. This game has so many bright points that its flaws are often overshadowed all the way up to the, potentially, 6th playthrough!

    Pros: The story is amazing when fully understood and some time is invested into the game. It;'s an experience that    I DO NOT often give games a 10/10 score, unless they absolutely deserve it, and it is for that exact reason Undertale has earned its 10/10 ranking. This game has so many bright points that its flaws are often overshadowed all the way up to the, potentially, 6th playthrough!

    Pros: The story is amazing when fully understood and some time is invested into the game. It;'s an experience that stays with you, and this is coming from someone that owns all three versions of Undertale

    The characters are still amazing and funny 3 years later! Not many games can pull this off and it's a testament to the character design of Undertale. That, along with its character-based storytelling, can sell the game alone.

    The battle system is simplistic, but innovative in its pacifist/genocide approaches and bullet hell ideas. While it can be annoying and tedious after long enough.

    The soundtrack is AMAZING. Every single area's atmosphere is accentuated by the theme and each boss theme tells you a little about who the character is, which i feel is very useful for character development in a game as short as Undertale is.

    The game is also only about 6 hours long at the longest! 2 and a half if you're fast and even under 2 hours if you're just doing the bare minimum.

    Finally, the multiple endings and ramifications of each. The ingenious code manipulation Toby managed to create 3 years ago is still present here, and is as terrifying as ever. Undertale's multiple endings and ways to abuse certain systems, usually the naming system, lend comedic value to the game.

    The cons: At the start of the game, it's very light regarding story but after passing the 3rd boss the story ramps up, and especially towards the finale in one playthrough, the story REALLY ramps up, but takes some time to begin.

    Despite its charm, Undertale's opening section is extremely tedious. Since it's so linear, it'll only take one try before you know everything, further playthroughs turn that area into a slog and all the adorable memes are only funny for so long, but the rest of the game literally spews relay value.

    Now, i have owned all three versions of Undertale, have played the game countless times and i can tell you without a doubt it is still fun, even after playing for 2 years. The Switch version even comes with two new bits of content not seen in any other version that i won't spoil. Then for the price tag, to get this masterpiece? It beat out SSBU for God's sake.

    In short. Amazing game, amazing soundtrack, amazing characters, amazing environments, even if they can get somewhat tedious f you like a good RPG and adorable characters + are looking for something semi-simplistic to play for fun (or for tears because this game will do that to you) Then pick up Undertale. It's an enjoyable adventure that's just long enough for people to get into but not long enough to be a black hole for your time.    … Expand
  24. Toddynha
    Jan 18, 2019
    10
    A Perfect Game for Nintendo Switch Platform!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  25. HenryS
    Feb 15, 2019
    10
    Que decir de undertale que no se haya dicho antes, opino en la version de Switch puesto que es la mas completa (tiene un boss extra solamente pero bueh)
  26. AsariVenom
    Apr 18, 2019
    10
    Undertale is easily in my top 10 games of all time. The characters are extremely likable, the jokes are funny, and the music is catchy. I like that this game has multiple endings depending on your playstyle, which definitely makes it a game worth replaying. The switch's portability and functionality also helps make Undertale that much better. I loved being able to take pictures and videosUndertale is easily in my top 10 games of all time. The characters are extremely likable, the jokes are funny, and the music is catchy. I like that this game has multiple endings depending on your playstyle, which definitely makes it a game worth replaying. The switch's portability and functionality also helps make Undertale that much better. I loved being able to take pictures and videos of my favorite scenes while on the go. Highly recommend this game to anyone.… Expand
  27. FairCriticism
    Apr 23, 2019
    10
    Honestly this game is the best I’ve ever played, it makes you feel such a large variety of emotions.
    It will stick with me for a very long time, and when I hear the music it makes me feel and remember when that music played.
    Honestly when I see negative reviews I can’t help but wonder if they actually play the game. In my opinion there are only 2 bad things about this game,1:when it    Honestly this game is the best I’ve ever played, it makes you feel such a large variety of emotions.
    It will stick with me for a very long time, and when I hear the music it makes me feel and remember when that music played.

    Honestly when I see negative reviews I can’t help but wonder if they actually play the game.
    In my opinion there are only 2 bad things about this game,1:when it ends, it has an amazing ending and there are 3 routes to play through but it’s just upsetting it’s over. 2:It’s hard to reach it’s level, Part of me feels like no game will ever top undertale, especially how it made me feel.

    I don’t want to spoil anything, so I don’t know what else to say.
    But if you end up liking undertale, you’ll end up loving it, worth the small amount of money it costs    … Expand
  28. maxdechiaro
    Oct 2, 2021
    10
    Per favore aggiungete l'italiano e fate una collaborazione con i creatori di Just shapes beat
  29. XxBerkan
    Jun 30, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Thats a really good Game and it must be 100000/10...........................… Expand
  30. AsrielDreemurr1
    Jul 18, 2019
    10
    This is just my favorite game, probably you, reader, will love that game. DONT KILL ANYBODY YOU aS*hOLe
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Universal acclaim - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 8
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  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Oct 29, 2018
    95
    If you haven't played Undertale before, you will want to pick this Switch version up to experience what everyone's talking about for yourself. [Issue #36 – November/December 2018, p. 17]
  2. Switch Player
    Oct 25, 2018
    100
    One of the most original modern JRPGs of all time, and beatable at the fraction of the time. Once you get over its primitive aesthetic, you’ll soon realise why everyone else has been so captivated by Toby Fox’s creation.
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  3. 3DJuegos
    Sep 25, 2018
    90
    Toby Fox's work is not just an anecdote: it is perfectly well-thought out. It hides something that connects directly or indirectly to anyone who has spent too much time with a gamepad in his hands.
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