Several scholarly articles examine the game's unique mechanics and narrative:

: This research paper focuses on how the game deconstructs the RPG genre by forcing players to face the consequences of violence. It utilizes a survey of 560 participants to analyze player guilt and responsibility. Read more at ResearchGate .

If you are looking for a deep dive into the game's writing for a project, these long-form analyses are highly cited: Undertale: Part 1 - True Realism - PJL Books

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: While not exclusively about Undertale, Ian Bogost's work on "procedural rhetoric" is often used as a framework in papers to explain how Undertale's rules persuade the player to act ethically. Critical Analysis & Community Discussion