The short hit sound effect from Undertale, used when an attack lands in the game. Creators use it for impacts, jokes and retro game edits and memes.
This is the brief, punchy impact sound heard in Undertale when a hit connects, lasting only a fraction of a second. It is a sharp, slightly crunchy thud with a retro, chiptune-like edge, more like a classic role-playing game damage noise than a realistic punch. Because it is so short and clean, it lands instantly and feels playful rather than violent, signalling a successful hit, a small defeat or a comic knock. In edits it gives a moment weight without slowing it down, and its familiar 8-bit character makes viewers who know the game smile in recognition while still working for anyone who needs a quick, satisfying impact.
Undertale is a 2015 independent role-playing game created by Toby Fox, known for its distinctive retro visuals, music and battle system. This brief hit effect comes from that game, where short, game-like sounds accompany attacks and encounters. As clips from Undertale circulated on video platforms and social media, fans began reusing its most recognisable noises outside the game itself. The hit sound survived because it is instantly readable, easy to drop into edits and strongly linked to the game for its large fan community, while remaining clear enough for viewers unfamiliar with Undertale.