Summary
Undertaleis probably one of the best games ever released, as it not only has a very entertaining gameplay and an interesting concept, but it has also spawnedtons of different fan theoriesthat many are still discussing to this day.
The one problem withUndertalehowever, is that, although it warrants many playthroughs. It can sometimes feel a little short. This isn’t as much of an issue, though, asthere are many similar games that players can enjoyto get a familiar feeling. There are a few routes players can explore during theirUndertaleplaythrough, some easier than others. Here arethe hardest routes inUndertale.
3Neutral Route
Only Engage Enemies When It’s Absolutely Necessary
One of the most notable aspects of theNeutral RouteinUndertaleis that the final boss is Photoshop Flowey. However, this is only the case if players fight him once and don’t perform a True Reset or a Genocide Route, as otherwise, this fight will be skipped entirely. The same goes for a True Pacifist route, so if players meet the requirements for it, they will not get this ending. In the Neutral Route ending, Sans calls the protagonist’s cell phone and leaves a message regarding the Underground’s fate. In most Neutral Route endings (except for the one where players abort the Genocide Route in Hotland), players will be tasked with killing Asgore to take his soul so they can pass through the barrier. In most Neutral route epilogues, the following happens:
There are many requirements involved in attaining a neutral route. Some of them are rather simple, whereas others will put players' skills to the test and force them to forego certain valuables. If players: :
The Neutral route inUndertaleis, without a doubt, one of the easiest to attain, as it can be challenging, but not as much as the Pacifist or the Genocide alternatives. WhileUndertaleis not one of the hardest orbest tactical 16-bit titles, it has lots to offer players.
2True Pacifist Route
Sometimes, Choosing To Avoid Conflict Is Harder Than It Seems
Many players argue that theTrue Pacifist RouteinUndertaleis the Canon True ending, as it leads to the happiest conclusions and the completion credits. This route can be attained after completing a Neutral Route and only if the protagonist does not kill any monsters throughout the story. One of the most important things to achieve this ending is to spare Flowey, who will appear after the Neutral Route phone call. If players kill Flowey instead during the encounter, the game will immediately return to the start menu.
To earn a True Pacifist Route ending, players must follow these steps:
Like some of thebest 16-bit JRPGs out there,Undertaleforces players to meet various requirements to attain a True Pacifist ending, which is what makes it very challenging, though not as much as the Genocide route. AlthoughUndertalewas not developed by a massive studio, it’s undeniable that even thebest 16-bit games developed by Segahave nothing on this title and the wonderful world it shows players.
1Genocide Route
Kill Everything, Everywhere. No Mercy
While there aregreat 16-bit games developed by Nintendothat offer tons of options to players, the family-oriented nature of those titles does not allow for a Genocide run. Luckily,Undertaleandother titles likeDeltarune Chapter 2are not held back by such constraints, making theGenocide Routepossible. This route is the complete opposite of the True Pacifist alternative, as it can only be attained if players kill every possible monster in the underground. Also, unlike the True Pacifist alternative, the Genocide Route ending can occur without having previously completed the game.
Players must end the lives of every main and mini-boss in the Ruins, Snowdin Forest, Waterfall, and Hotland, as well as its subregion “The CORE” for a true Genocide Route. This is what makes it the hardest route in the entirety ofUndertale, as it will take players a long time to find every monster and encounters can become increasingly harder as they progress. The total number of kills in every area is:
In general, it’s not recommended to pursue this route during players' first playthrough as it can be extremely challenging. But for those looking to put their skills to the test, it can be a great option.
Undertale
WHERE TO PLAY
Dance with a slime…pet a dog…whisper your favorite secret to a knight…or ignore all of that and rain destruction upon your foes. The choices are yours—but are you determined enough to prevail?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.
