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A Bewitching Branch in the Tree of Storytelling: A Review of Deltarune
Roaring Knight
You stumbled to the window. Outside, Hometown was quiet, but the air tasted like ozone and old static. Somewhere in the distance, a telephone was ringing in a trash alley, emitting nothing but "garbage noise". You knew who was on the other end. You knew the was watching, their shadow stretching across the fabric of your reality. The Shadows of Hometown
- Chapter 1 – Metacritic: ~86 (PC). Praised for its humor, music, and meta-narrative. Criticized for being short (3-5 hours) and feeling incomplete.
- Chapter 2 – Metacritic: ~93. Acclaimed for expanding the world, introducing Queen (a fan-favorite villain), adding the "SnowGrave" (weird/snowgrave route) secret path, and deepening the player-Kris relationship.
- Sales – Over 1 million downloads on Steam within 24 hours of Chapter 2's release. Combined chapters have been downloaded over 5 million times.
- Cultural impact – Inspired countless fan games, theories (e.g., "Ralsei is Asriel," "Knight is Gaster"), and mods. The "snowgrave route" is considered one of the most unsettling sequences in any RPG.
- Official Deltarune Website: www.deltarune.com
- Deltarune on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/870850/Deltarune
- Toby Fox on Twitter: @tobyfox
Toby Fox releases annual "progress updates" via newsletters. The current known roadmap: Deltarune
The Future: Chapters 3, 4, and 5
If you played Undertale , you can pick up Deltarune instantly. However, the combat system has evolved. A Bewitching Branch in the Tree of Storytelling:
Deltarune is a game that defies easy categorization. Part RPG, part puzzle game, and part interactive story, Deltarune is an experience that rewards close attention and reflection. With its rich story, memorable characters, and thought-provoking themes, Deltarune is a must-play for fans of indie gaming and role-playing games. As the game continues to evolve and grow, one thing is certain: Deltarune is a world that will continue to captivate and inspire players for years to come. Chapter 1 – Metacritic: ~86 (PC)
