Deltarune’s gameplay stands out for its unique hybrid combat system:

• Turn-Based Commands: Players control Kris and their party in deltarune, choosing from actions like Fight, Act, Item, Magic, Spare, and Defend. Each choice affects the flow of battle and narrative tone.

• Bullet Hell Sequences: When enemies attack, players dodge through intricate patterns of bullets using a controllable heart-shaped soul. Success in dodging builds up Tension Points, which fuel devastating spells and special moves.

• Strategic Resource Management: Managing health, magic, and items is crucial. Deciding when to heal, attack, or spare enemies can influence both battles and story progression.

• Visible Enemies: Unlike many RPGs where encounters are random, enemies in Deltarune are visible in the environment, allowing players to choose whether to engage or avoid combat.

In addition to combat, players solve environmental puzzles, uncover secrets, and make moral choices that can affect how the story unfolds — adding replay value and emotional depth.