Did you play Undertale ?

[vivster]

Edwardooo said:

vivster said:
I started with it and got bored and have not yet started it again. Probably gonna play some more this weekend. So far I can only imagine that the great ratings come from a massive twist at the end.

Not really. There are of course some twists, and they are definitely interesting, but that's not the main reason of why the game's so appealing.

 

And, I understand graphics can block some people, but, come on, graphics shouldn't be your first reason to play a video game.

The problem aren't the graphics. They're pretty and actually retro and not just pixely. The music is nice too. The problem is player engagement. So far it's the equivalent of a text based adventure for me. That's not what I'm looking for in a game. The gameplay might have a few nice quirks but overall it's very rudimentary. Not enough to keep me interested.

I haven't played very far yet but it was extremely linear as well. If the gameplay doesn't evolve and the world is not opening up and there's not even giant twists I really don't see where the ratings are coming from.

Yes it's cleverly made with a love for detail but that's not the only thing a game should stand on. The Stanley Parable was also unique and cleverly made and toyed with the player's expectations but at least it was fun.