![]() We decrescendo to a close in the solo piano. As these drop out, we reach our B section, with a new melody in the piano, albeit with the same harmonic structure. Violin enters as we continue with this motif, with a countermelody in the piccolo. (7/10)Ģ) Snowy is the theme of our first setting outside of Toriel’s home, and opens with a single piano establishing a very clear motif with sequencing between two chords. ![]() It’s a simple, yet highly effective piece and a great way to end the first act of the game. “Home” effectively establishes the setting, epitomizes the theme of innocence and offers a heartbreaking solo line in the guitar’s upper register. The piece flirts with the tempo in rubato, as we slow down and gradually fade to a close. Musically, the piece opens with a soothing classical guitar with a simple picking pattern, as a melody line soon joins. Here, Toriel ask s the player to refrain from leaving her home, offering the promise of home-cooked meals and freedom from the broader complexities and dangers of the world outside. The game cycles around the theme of good-evil dipoles, with the trademark Pacifist and Genocide routes serving as the most common for veterans of the game. Warning: this review will have spoilers!ġ) H om e establishes our setting in Toriel’s home, and serves as the embodiment of innocence in this game. The soundtrack is long, and as such I chose eleven songs to review that were given priority based on their significance to the story-to represent characters or setting-or ability in establishing an atmosphere. Undertale’s soundtrack is exemplary and showcases Toby Fox’s prowess as a “Renaissance Man,” as he navigates a number of very distinct styles throughout the game. ![]() ![]() With an at-times vocal community, the game has harbored a lot of resentment, but still stands as an incredible game with a memorable soundtrack whose two-year anniversary approaches! The chiptune soundtrack transports us to the days of 8-bit music, with a visual palette that immediately draws some comparisons to the likes of Earthbound and other similar RPG titles. Undertale is an unnecessarily controversial game. ![]()
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