If you thought that the only good thing that came from undertale was puns and emotional wreckage, then congratulations, you were wrong. Welcome to Deltarune, the sequel that nobody asked for but everyone desperately needed. With its quirky characters, clever humor, and a battle system that feels like a dance-off with bullets, this game is not just a follow-up, it's a full-on sequel that might have you second-guessing your actual life decisions. Get ready for a wild ride filled with monsters, mystery, and a protagonist with more issues than Vogue.
Deltarune adopts a turn-based combat system, but don't let that fool you; it's far more exhilarating than your average RPG snooze fest. You control Kris, a human teenager thrown into a bizarre world filled with colorful monsters who excel at everything except common sense. The combat mechanics play out like a bullet hell game-dodging and shooting your way to victory, all while trying to avoid turning your enemies into pixelated goo. The game encourages a tactical approach; you can choose to fight, act, use items, or defend. But here's the twist: combat can resolve through both violence and pacifism. That's right, you can charm your way through a fight or pummel your foes into submission, leading to very different outcomes. You want to spare Lancer and recruit him into your castle town? Go ahead, but decide wisely, because your choices determine who lives, who dies, and who wants to borrow your snacks.
Designed using GameMaker Studio 2, Deltarune might not boast the latest RTX graphics that make you question reality, but boy oh boy, does it have charm. The pixel art style evokes a sense of nostalgia and exhibits a unique flair that players of all digital ages can appreciate. It's colorful, it's expressive, and quite frankly, it's a visual delight to engage with characters that look like they escaped from a 90s cartoon. Each background is adorned with vibrant colors that further immerse you in the story and quite literally make them pop out at you like you're stuck in a side-scrolling masterpiece. Honestly, if you've ever wanted to hang out with a living USB stick or a cute monster with a bowtie, this is your chance.
In conclusion, Deltarune isn't just another episodic RPG; it's a spectacle of creativity, humor, and heartfelt moments that will resonate with anyone who has a pulse. It builds on the foundations set by Undertale while laughing in the face of your expectations every few minutes. While some chapters may feel shorter than your average TikTok scroll, the depth of storytelling and character development serve as a robust meal for your gaming appetite. Grab your PS5 controllers, gather your friends (or not), and prepare yourself for Deltarune's captivating world because trust me, once you dive in, you'll find it hard to resurface. Or maybe you'll just hang out in a Dark World. Either way, you can't lose.