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Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
How to find and use the KeyGen in Deltarune
(Image via Toby Fox) Deltarune Chapter 2 secrets are deeper than the quirky characters suggest. Amidst these secrets is the powerful tool KeyGen, which acts as a literal key to confronting one of the most challenging and rewarding hidden encounters of the game. Obtaining and deploying it is not that straightforward. It needs specific steps carried out across varied areas. The guide here thereby cuts through mystery and reveals how exactly you can secure KeyGen and where KeyGen's power unlocks some new paths. How to find KeyGen in Deltarune ? The hunt begins deeper within Cyber City Deltarune underbelly. As you reach the Queen's Mansion, use the red door transport system that's outside Color Café. Choose Trash Zone destination and return to Grim Street, where you first encountered the enigmatic Spamton. KEYGEN | DELTARUNE CHAPTER 2 - PART 2 Then, navigate left through a desolate area till you find the break in fencing. To enter the hole leads you directly to Spamton's unique and ramshackle shop. There interact with him and just navigate the frantic menu. Choose the option 'BUY MORE!!!' and browse the chaotic rotating stock of Spamton. The KeyGen will appear at the top of the list. Be aware that the price fluctuates quite wildly. It can even soar up to 20,000 Kromer. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Here Is What A Cremation Should Cost In 2025 (Take A Look) TopSearchesNow | Search Ads Undo However, occasionally, it plummets dramatically. Your patience will be crucial here. So, wait for the price to dip below 100 Kromer. It's a true bargain moment for a hunter. As the price dips and the cost is just right, purchase KeyGen. It will then reside securely within your inventory of key items. How to use KeyGen in Deltarune? To possess KeyGen is just half the battle. You must return back to the Queen's Mansion and then progress through the main story. There, advance to the 2nd floor and then assist the Tasque Manager with the duties. Next, proceed past the grand staircase to a hazardous zone that's filled with some speeding traffic. To navigate the dangerous sections, make sure to hit every red Stop button on the way. It will summon the mice who will clear the path/roadblock. Next, enter the newly accessible hallway available on the right. It will lead to an ornate statue room. This chamber hides crucial mechanisms for KeyGen. In the room, a large and decorated teacup structure is located. Keep the focus on the tall pillar that's positioned to the right side. Interacting with a specific pillar will trigger a distinct sound effect, thereby confirming the hidden switch's activation. The action will further unlock a secret passageway that will lead to the mansion's basement. The KeyGen here is your ticket through a glowing green lock that's found deep in a maze-like underground area that's newly revealed. It sets the stage for the epic confrontation. Inside, you would find an old robot holding an Empty Disk. Take it back to the Spamton's shop and using the Talking option, give it to him. It would trigger the permanent change, locking you in a secret boss route. Do return to the basement for Deltarune Spamton NEO battle, one of the toughest challenge of Deltarune. Ensure to prepare thoroughly before you proceed. The challenge here demands you to be at your best.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
How to easily locate Miss Mizzle in Deltarune?
(Image via Toby Fox) Deltarune has introduced some new recruitable characters. To find all the quirky recruits in Deltarune, Chapter 4 is fun, but there are some, like the elusive Miss Mizzle, who require specific steps. Unlike the regular enemies, she needs specific encounters and recruitment. If you are looking forward to adding her to the Castle Town roster, here is all you need to know. Where to find Miss Mizzle in Deltarune ? Miss Mizzle in Deltarune is not like a regular enemy encounter. To find her, begin with the study of Old Man Gerson. There head decisively to the left while navigating past initial dark and shadowy creatures who lurk in the corridors. Ensure to keep pushing leftward till you descend the set of stairs. There, you will enter the room that features 2 distinct pressure plates. Ignore them for now and focus on the target. It is the far left wall of the chamber. A TRUE GODDESS | Deltarune Chapter 4 Look carefully at what seems to be a dead-end left wall. You will spot the climbable section. It's quite often marked subtly by the nearby candles. Ensure to scale the wall and then maneuver past platforming challenges. As you reach the top, move to the left immediately. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Fast, Reliable Wi-Fi Starts with the Right Provider Search7 Learn More Undo You will find the large and conspicuous wooden water tub that is positioned before the dark doorway. Interact with it and then walk away to trigger the ambush by the Holy Water Cooler (not your final target, but a key to reveal Miss Mizzle). Now, to defeat it normally will not help. So, instead, use the Act command of Kris at 65% TP to transform it to Miss Mizzle. Now, real recruitment will begin. How to recruit Miss Mizzle ? Make sure not to attack Miss Mizzle. A victory here means her recruitment and not her defeat. So, keep the focus on the ACT menu. You will have 2 options, Nuzzle and Dazzle. Use the commands alternatively whenever possible. Keep your character partly healthy with the use of Defend or the items if needed, but make sure to avoid dealing much damage. Your persistence will pay off. The repeated use of Nuzzle and Dazzle will fill the Mercy meter. As it's sufficiently full, a spare option will be available. Selecting it will complete Miss Mizzle's recruitment. Crucially, if you defeat her even once, she will be gone for good. So, spare her, and she will become a permanent and friendly resident of your Castle Town, viewable at either of the save points. She is one of the rarest Deltarune Chapter 4 recruits of standard Mizzle. It makes her a unique addition to the collection. Is Miss Mizzle worth an effort? Miss Mizzle Deltarune is not just about completion. She adds a charm to the Castle Town with a distinct appearance. As she is missable, securing her early on will ensure you do not lose out. Also, her recruitment method is definitely a fun puzzle that tests the player's understanding of combat mechanics in Deltarune. If you are aiming to recruit all the characters in Chapter 4, do not overlook her. Just follow the simple steps discussed above carefully, and you will have Miss Mizzle within no time.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
How to get the Pink and White Ribbon in Deltarune?
(Image via Toby Fox) The Twin Ribbon in Deltarune is a powerful accessory that combines Pink and White Ribbons. It offers some valuable boosts to stats. But to obtain it is not that straightforward. Players must first explore some areas off the main path to find both ribbons in separate chapters. Once found, they are to be fused. Here is how to get each Ribbon and combine them for an ultimate upgrade. How to get White Ribbon in Deltarune? Deltarune Chapter 1 White Ribbon quest begins in the Field area. The ribbon can be found hidden in the area. After navigating a puzzle that involves a clock for disabling the dangerous spike trap on the floor, reach the section that features the save point near the signpost. Look carefully, below there is a distinctive red treasure chest that sits just out of reach. How To Get White Ribbon in Deltarune(EASY) To reach the chest, continue downward along the path. As you hit a crossroads just after, take a path that leads left. The detour will lead you directly to the chest. Open it to claim pristine White Ribbon, the solid early-game defensive item, for collection. It is quite easy to miss. So, keep an eye out for the branching paths. How to get Pink Ribbon in Deltarune? Deltarune Chapters 1 and 2 - All Bosses Pacifist - Hitless Deltarune Chapter 2 Pink Ribbon remains hidden in Cyber City. To get it, progress through the Queen's Mansion until you navigate past the initial alleyway and notorious tricky mouse puzzle room. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo Soon you will also enter the new zone that's patrolled by the 2 Ambyu-Lances and the traffic cones. Do not rush past mechanical guards. Choose to head to the very bottom-left section of the screen instead. Tucked away there is the cleverly concealed alcove. It is easy to be missed if you are not exploring thoroughly. There, venture inside a hidden nook to discover one another treasure chest. Open the same, and there you will find a bright Pink Ribbon. Collect it and remember to keep it safely as both the ribbons are required to have safer future adventures. How to combine Pink and White Ribbon? Once you have collected both the ribbons, return to Castle Town after Chapter 2. Then, visit Top Bakery and speak to Malius. He will offer item fusion. Select the ribbons for creating Deltarune Twin Ribbon. The upgraded accessory will boost defense and will also help in expanding the graze area. It makes it quite invaluable for the TP generation. Just remember, it cannot be equipped on Susie. The future chapters might tweak the effectiveness of the ribbon. Still, it is one of the must-haves for either playthrough.
New York Times
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
Lovable Misfits Make an Unfinished Game So Satisfying
The battlefield reeks of 'dusty mustard.' A fanged, freckled character threatens to bite off someone's face. Coat racks talk, and you're called a thief when you purchase something from a store. Such is the topsy-turvy world of Deltarune. This stunningly imaginative role-playing adventure is perhaps the most lo-fi of the earliest releases for the Nintendo Switch 2. But through four expansive and generous episodes — two of them newly published, the others from 2018 and 2021 — Deltarune proves to be the most surprisingly wonderful of those games. Very early on, as a group of lovable misfits tread through the darkness to bring balance back to their world, the question one could ask is, How could these 'prophesied heroes' save anything, even themselves? Perhaps that feeling of doubt surfaces because the pixel artwork is reminiscent of 1980s Atari visuals instead of the assertively modern graphics of, say, Mario Kart World. But Deltarune's art style is a trick. Simplicity makes these sprites more endearing, more seemingly real. This merry merging of computer dots transforms into beings who are edgy, flirty and multifaceted. The lovably punky human-monster Susie, the one who threatens to bite faces, ultimately opens their heart to another character. Kris, their face partly hidden by strands of hair, is the silent, introverted teen hero who leads the way. But Kris has something of a dark side, too. In groups of three, they set forth to explore a universe spun off from Undertale, the 2015 game that sold millions — making its young creator, Toby Fox, wealthy — because fans found so many things to see and do. That variety continues to hit home in Deltarune (an anagram of Undertale). Yes, a sword can kill enemies during turn-based battle. But putting foes to sleep and pacifying them is not only less cruel. It's much more satisfying. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Complete list of all trophies and achievements in Deltarune and how to unlock them
Image via Toby Fox Deltarune is one of those RPG games that a perfectionist will love playing due to the low number of trophies and fairly easy gameplay. But you can still eye out for that Platinum trophy without having to sell your soul out playing it day and night. Here's your ultimate guide to unlock all 30 achievements in Deltarune. How Many Trophies Are There in Deltarune? There are 30 total trophies in Deltarune. Here's how they're categorized: 1 Platinum 5 Gold 10 Silver 14 Bronze Deltarune TROPHIES REVEALED Main Story Trophies (Unmissable) Just finishing each chapter gets you these. Progress naturally, and they'll pop. Chapter 1 Clear – Finish Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Clear – Finish Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Clear – Finish Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Clear – Finish Chapter 4 Connection – Unlock all other trophies in the game. Damage & Defeat Trophies Yes, even failing earns you points here. These unlock based on how much damage you take or if you lose. Pain 1-A – Get hit 4 times or die at least once Pain 2-A – Get hit 8 times or die at least once Pain 3-A – Get hit 14 times or die at least once Pain 4-A – Get hit 22 times or die at least once Failure – Get a game over Item Usage Trophies Use healing items or stat boosters during fights or exploration. Easy stuff. Consumer 1–4 – Use 1, 2, 3, and 4+ items in total Gear Up Trophies Just try out different weapons and armor. Experiment a bit and you're good. Armor 1–4 – Equip up to 4 different pieces of armor Sword – Equip any weapon Arcade S-Rank Trophies (Chapter 3) The trickiest of the bunch. You'll need precision and quick reflexes here. Cutlery – Get an S Rank on the cooking minigame Symphony – Get an S Rank on the rhythm minigame Relationship & Power-Up Trophies Some trophies are about heart, not just grind. Closeness – Initiate a bonding moment Strengthen – Upgrade stats or gain a major power-up Hidden & Optional Trophies These are the fun ones—easter eggs, interactions, and secrets. Mirror – Look into Kris's mirror at home Ring – Interact with a ringing object Erase – Delete something significant Throne – Examine the empty throne Scale – Cling to a wall for 90+ seconds Treasurehunter – Gather 110+ treasure items Beast – Cause chaos while beast-riding in Chapter 3 Deltarune's trophies are a great mix of serious gameplay, silly surprises, and secret discoveries. You'll get most just by playing. But for that Platinum? You'll have to work hard for that.
