Undertale

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  • Summary: Welcome to UNDERTALE. In this RPG, you control a human who falls underground into the world of monsters. Now you must find your way out... or stay trapped forever.

    ((Healthy Dog's Warning: Game contains imagery that may be harmful to players with photosensitive epilepsy or similar    Welcome to UNDERTALE. In this RPG, you control a human who falls underground into the world of monsters. Now you must find your way out... or stay trapped forever.

    ((Healthy Dog's Warning: Game contains imagery that may be harmful to players with photosensitive epilepsy or similar condition.))

    features:

    * Killing is unnecessary: negotiate out of danger using the unique battle system.
    * Time your attacks for extra damage, then dodge enemy attacks in a style reminiscent of top-down shooters.
    * Original art and soundtrack brimming with personality.
    * Soulful, character-rich story with an emphasis on humor.
    * Created mostly by one person.
    * Become friends with all of the bosses!
    * At least 5 dogs.
    * You can date a skeleton.
    * Hmmm... now there are 6 dogs...?
    * Maybe you won't want to date the skeleton.
    * I thought I found a 7th dog, but it was actually just the 3rd dog.
    * If you play this game, can you count the dogs for me...? I'm not good at it.    … Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. Vooks
    Sep 19, 2018
    100
    What else can I say? Undertale is spectacular, even three years later. It’s a game that deserves every bit of praise that it receives, and a game that the people who love it are going to remember for a long, long time. I can’t express how happy I am to have had the opportunity to experience it again on the Switch.
  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.
  3. 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]
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  4. Nintendo Life
    Sep 14, 2018
    90
    Undertale is a brilliant and smartly designed game that understands well what makes a good RPG work; so much so that it can upend expectations and deliver something that’s almost a satire of the genre. It’s been a long time since we’ve played a game that manages to surprise so often and in so many unique ways, and even if it doesn’t look like much, Undertale has way more going for it under the surface. Excellently written characters, a genre-bending battle system and a solid soundtrack make this one an easy recommendation, especially to RPG lovers. Do yourself a favour and give this one a download.
  5. NintendoWorldReport
    Sep 14, 2018
    90
    Going through the experience today, it’s easy to see why Undertale was the talk of the town two years ago. It’s not an overly long playthrough, but it’s an impactful 7+ hours. A slow burn that starts off cute, but builds up to an absolutely thrilling last couple hours. I’m not sure if the Pope has gotten around to playing it yet, but he would be doing himself a disservice if he hasn’t.
  6. 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.
  7. GameSpot
    Sep 14, 2018
    90
    The game is every bit as charming, challenging, and harrowing as it was the first time around.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 105 out of 137
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 137
  3. Negative: 16 out of 137
  1. 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 gameUndertale 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… Expand
  2. Zetterar
    Jan 29, 2022
    10
    I feel extremely confident in saying that Undertale is probably one of the best games of all time, easily in the top 5. I don't think I canI feel extremely confident in saying that Undertale is probably one of the best games of all time, easily in the top 5. I don't think I can really say anything that hasn't already been said (it has been almost 7 years after all) but what I will say is that if you were at one point a doubter, or if you were put off by someone who sucked this game off (they were right btw), or you just never got around to it, please do me, and more importantly, yourself, the favor and close this page, open the eShop or the PlayStation store or Steam or the Microsoft store and buy this game. Here's looking forward to Deltarune and whatever else Toby Fox may have in the pipeline.… Expand
  4. 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 experiencesThis 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.… Expand
  5. 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 aboutAbsolutely 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.… Expand
  6. Baller16
    Jun 22, 2021
    9
    Fun characters, witty dialogue, and nostalgic sounding music, but the combat can become a little repetitive. The multiple endings give it goodFun characters, witty dialogue, and nostalgic sounding music, but the combat can become a little repetitive. The multiple endings give it good replay value, and the story twists in ways that you wouldn't expect. Puzzles are usually too easy to solve. I would give it 8.5 out of 10 if I could but I'll just round up to 9.… Expand
  7. martinho_99
    Jul 27, 2022
    8
    This game is an outstandingly unique experience. Unbelieveable one man alone came up with the story, programmed all of it and made thisThis game is an outstandingly unique experience. Unbelieveable one man alone came up with the story, programmed all of it and made this legendary soundtrack.… Expand
  8. PanfiloHerculan
    Aug 28, 2023
    0
    At first it seems interesting but one hour into the game it became incredible repetitive and the humor overstayed its welcome. I regret buyingAt first it seems interesting but one hour into the game it became incredible repetitive and the humor overstayed its welcome. I regret buying this game.… Expand

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#1 Best Switch Game of 2018
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#12 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2018