Deltarune Secretly References Among Us, Toby Fox Responds
▼ Summary
– Among Us developer Innersloth noticed a reference to their game in Deltarune Chapter 4, sparking playful interaction between the developers on social media.
– The reference occurs when a character in Deltarune uses the word “sus” and mentions a vent, both iconic elements from Among Us.
– Innersloth celebrated the reference on Twitter, prompting Deltarune developer Toby Fox to jokingly post fake patch notes claiming to “remove among us.”
– Fox’s joke also subtly highlighted his playful approach to version numbering in Deltarune’s updates.
– Deltarune Chapters 3 and 4 received high praise, with a 9/10 review citing its charm, characters, and soundtrack despite the story being incomplete.
The latest Deltarune chapters contain a clever nod to Among Us, sparking a playful exchange between the developers of both games. Fans exploring Chapter 4 discovered an unexpected Easter egg when Susie drops a line that instantly resonated with Among Us players.
During a scene where Kris, Susie, and Noelle investigate Noelle’s house, the group stumbles upon a closet filled with empty gift boxes. If players choose to examine them, Susie remarks, “I mean… gotta admit this room is kinda sus… especially that vent.” Noelle laughs and calls it a reference, though Susie seems oblivious, a subtle joke that delighted fans of both games.
The Among Us connection comes from Susie’s use of “sus”, slang popularized by the multiplayer hit, and her mention of vents, a key mechanic in the game. Innersloth’s social media team quickly noticed the shoutout, reacting with enthusiastic posts thanking Toby Fox for the inclusion.
Fox responded in typical humorous fashion, sharing mock patch notes claiming to have “removed among us” from the game. The joke, of course, was purely for laughs, the reference remains intact. The fake update also playfully highlighted Fox’s unconventional version numbering, with the new chapters labeled v.0.0.087 instead of a traditional sequel increment.
Deltarune Chapters 3 and 4 launched recently to widespread acclaim, drawing praise for their witty writing, memorable characters, and standout soundtrack. The game’s Steam numbers surged, and critics noted its ability to captivate players despite being only halfway complete. This lighthearted crossover moment between two beloved indie titles only adds to the charm of Fox’s latest release.
(Source: IGN)
