With the long-awaited release of *Deltarune* Chapters 3 and 4, fans have been diving deep into the game’s intricate world, hunting for hidden secrets and cryptic clues that Toby Fox is famously known for. Among the many discoveries, one particularly elusive easter egg has surfaced—one that can only be unlocked under extremely rare conditions on PlayStation.
Warning: While this article avoids major plot spoilers, it does reference general trophy mechanics in *Deltarune*. If you're aiming to experience everything blind, you may want to turn back now.
The Hidden Chapter 4 Credits Text (Trophy-Free Playthrough)
As discovered and shared by Reddit user millsbuddy, there exists a secret message in Chapter 4's credits—accessible only if you complete all four chapters without earning a single PlayStation trophy.
This isn’t just a difficult challenge—it’s borderline absurd. Some trophies are so trivially easy to unlock that they practically activate themselves during normal gameplay. These include achievements for taking damage, using items, getting a Game Over, equipping armor, opening chests, and even interacting with chairs. Several of these can trigger in multiple ways, making them nearly unavoidable.
Even the chapter-completion trophies—which would normally be unavoidable—can be skipped by finding a hidden item in each chapter. However, aside from those, avoiding all other trophies requires near-superhuman caution and knowledge of every possible achievement trigger in the game.
Why This Challenge Exists
Trophies were introduced alongside Chapters 3 and 4 as part of PlayStation’s technical requirements for commercial releases. Toby Fox himself acknowledged this addition in a recent newsletter, hinting at the existence of this unique reward while also expressing regret over how punishing it might be:
"We were required to have TROPHIES! This time, they give rise to a pretty hard-core challenge. But - and PLEASE listen - I make no endorsement that you actually attempt it! Even knowing of its mere existence will only bring you frustration and anguish! Honestly, it may be one of the worst ideas I've ever had. Perhaps no one will even try. Maybe that's for the best after all... I think it will be too late for most of you anyway..."
What Does the Secret Message Say?
For those not playing on PlayStation or who prefer to preserve their sanity, here's the text that appears upon completing the game trophy-free:
> INTERESTING.
> YOU FAILED
> TO ACHIEVE
> ANY MARKS.
> WHAT
> ARE
> YOU?
> "(playername)"
> I VERY MUCH
> LOOK FORWARD
> TO THE NEXT.
The message is delivered in the same eerie, player-addressing tone heard during the game’s opening and standard end credits. Fans have already begun theorizing about the identity of the speaker, though the community continues to debate its meaning.
Final Thoughts on Deltarune So Far
Now that Chapters 3 and 4 are finally available, *Deltarune*’s story is beginning to take shape in more dramatic ways. Our review of the game so far awarded it a solid 9/10, praising its "incredible story, hilarious charm, unforgettable characters, and an iconic soundtrack that make it worth investing your time in," despite being only halfway complete.
