Should Christians Play Undertale?

ByJames Dorn Last Update on

As a passionate gamer and content creator, I love discussing hot topics like whether Christians should play popular games like Undertale. This quirky roleplaying game about monsters underground is critically acclaimed for its heart, humor, and thought-provoking themes. But as Christians, we‘re called to thoughtfully discern what entertainment we consume, so should this game concern us? There‘s no definitive answer, but discussing Undertale from a Christian perspective can help us analyze its themes more deeply.

Violence, Disturbing Imagery, and Age Appropriateness

While cartoonish, Undertale contains violence that could negatively impact sensitive children. As a parent and Christian myself, I believe in setting appropriate content boundaries for my kids. Undertale also uses some frightening imagery with bosses like the disturbing Omega Flowey. These intense scenes may be too scary for some younger Christian audiences. We should thoughtfully consider age appropriateness rather than take entertainment consumption lightly.

Complex Themes and Critical Thinking

However, for older Christian teens and adults Undertale prompts intriguing questions. The game emphasizes moral choices, depicting violence as unnecessary through its mechanic of non-violent resolution with monsters. Guiding players to show mercy aligns with Christian values of reconciliation. Yet some relationships depicted are same-sex, which some believers may object to exposing children to. As Christians we can thoughtfully process even fictional relationships through Scripture‘s lens. Rather than deferring judgments to outside authorities, we must teach the next generation critical thinking skills. This allows kids to biblically analyze messages about ethics, violence, gender, and redemption.

Setting Healthy Boundaries

Passively consuming any media risks promoting obsession, isolation, and unhealthy views. Christians are right to guard their time and mental space. For any fictional work with complex themes like Undertale, parents should set expectations around game usage. We must encourage balance, beginning by modeling that in our own lives. Healthy boundaries require effort but allow us to more thoughtfully engage culture rather than reacting against anything unfamiliar.

While Christians hold a spectrum of views on appropriate media, Undertale prompts insightful spiritual conversations if engaged thoughtfully. Through Christ-centered analysis, even quirky monster tales can grow our discernment.

James K. Dorn, a passionate gamer deeply immersed in the world of video gaming. My journey in gaming is not just about playing; it's about exploring every facet of the games I love. I am particularly fascinated by the intricate worlds of role-playing games like "The Witcher" series and "Elder Scrolls: Skyrim," where every decision shapes the story.

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