The end credits for Deltarune Chapter 4 announce the arrival of Chapter 5, which is anticipated to release in 2026. This game serves as a spin-off to the beloved 2015 indie RPG, Undertale, crafted by Toby Fox. The narrative centers around Kris, a human teenager living in a town populated by friendly monsters.
Deltarune unfolds parallel to Undertale, enabling fans to encounter several familiar characters within its storyline. Unlike its predecessor, Deltarune is being released in episodic format. The first chapter debuted in October 2018, with the latest releases, Chapters 3 and 4, launching on June 5 alongside the Nintendo Switch 2.
The announcement trailer for the Switch 2 version revealed exciting features, including a special option that utilizes the Joy-Cons’ mouse mode. While Toby Fox has not disclosed the exact release date for Chapter 5, he has cleverly hidden clues for the dedicated fans to uncover. Players have noted that the Deltarune PC version on Steam launches in a minimized window.
Fortunately, there are methods to switch the game to fullscreen mode for an enhanced experience. The confirmation of Chapter 5’s 2026 release date offers some comfort to fans, especially considering the lengthy intervals between prior chapters, which have spanned several years. In a social media update from October 2024, Fox reassured followers that the development of Chapter 5 has been a daily priority for him and his team.
Deltarune plans to have a total of seven chapters, and with the initial four now available, fans have the chance to explore the narrative before Chapter 5 is released. As the storyline continues to develop, excitement around Deltarune is steadily growing. Though it hasn’t yet achieved the same iconic status as Undertale, it did surpass Undertale’s peak concurrent player record during the release of Chapter 2 in September 2021.
With the simultaneous launch of Chapters 3 and 4, the 2026 release of Chapter 5 has the potential to heighten anticipation among fans.