PlayStation 4 Download Size Revealed for Undertale

The download size for the PlayStation 4 version of Undertale was revealed ahead of its console debut. According to the game’s product page on the PlayStation Store, the title requires 189.92 MB of hard drive space. This small file size applies to the port scheduled for release in North America on August 15, 2017.

A Small File for a Big Game

In an era where many PS4 games required tens or even hundreds of gigabytes of storage, Undertale’s modest footprint of under 200 MB stands out. The compact size is a direct result of the game’s design, which features retro-style pixel art graphics reminiscent of 8-bit and 16-bit role-playing games. This aesthetic choice not only defines its visual identity but also ensures that it is a quick download and an easy fit on a crowded hard drive. For players managing their console’s storage, the small install size was a practical benefit.

From PC Hit to PlayStation Port

Undertale first launched on PC on September 15, 2015, where it became a critical and commercial success. The game was created almost entirely by a single developer, Toby Fox, using the GameMaker Studio engine. Its journey to PlayStation consoles was announced during the preshow for Sony’s E3 press conference in 2017, confirming its arrival on both the PlayStation 4 and the handheld PlayStation Vita.

The porting process for these console versions was handled by 8-4, a company known for its work in localization and development. The studio’s involvement ensured that the unique experience crafted by Fox would be faithfully translated for the PlayStation audience.

A Different Kind of RPG

Undertale is an independent role-playing game that distinguishes itself through its unconventional mechanics. While it shares structural similarities with classic RPGs, its approach to conflict is entirely different. The game’s combat system gives players the option to resolve encounters peacefully. Instead of being forced to fight every monster, players can talk their way out of battles, offering mercy instead of attacks.

When combat does occur, it unfolds as a bullet-hell shooter. The player controls a heart-shaped SOUL and must navigate and dodge a barrage of projectiles unleashed by the enemy. This fusion of turn-based RPG elements with frantic, real-time dodging creates a dynamic and challenging battle system. The ability to choose between violence and pacifism has a meaningful impact on the game’s narrative, characters, and ultimate conclusion.