Review: Deltarune (Switch 2) - A Superbly Subversive RPG That Defies All Rules
Deltarune continues its extended development cycle with the release of Chapter 5, arriving simultaneously on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. The milestone marks significant progress for Toby Fox’s indie RPG project, which began its chapter-based serialization seven years ago with Chapter 1’s initial release. Following Chapter 2 in 2021, the recent simultaneous release of Chapters 3 and 4 brought the narrative past its halfway point, with the new Chapter 5 now available for players.
Described as a “superbly subversive RPG,” Deltarune has continued to challenge genre conventions throughout its episodic release strategy. The game’s unique approach to storytelling and mechanics has resonated with players despite the substantial gaps between chapter releases, building a dedicated fanbase over the seven-year development period.