هدد – Save Game Editor Tool and How to Use

This guide will show you how to use a save game editing tool called Flowey’s Time Machine for Undertale.

مقدمة

If you found this guide while searching for something to read, hi there! This guide aims to show you how to operate Flowey’s Time Machine, an external tool for UNDERTALE.

الآن, what is Flowey’s Time Machine?

In simple terms, Flowey’s Time Machine (FTM) is a tool for changing your UNDERTALE save file. With this tool, you can grant yourself items, pick specific spawn points, and do more. Once you grasp it, using the program isn’t too tricky.

Let’s begin without any more delay.

Learning the Layout

First things first, you need to access the GitHub website from هنا.

We’ll focus in on the upper row, exactly where the logo is placed:

To the left, there’s something called “Built-in Presets,” and on the right, you’ll find “Your Presets.”

ال “Built-in Presets” (displayed below) are exactly what they sound like—pre-made settings crafted by the creator. افتراضيا, it’s set to the beginning of the Ruins, right after you meet Toriel. When you click on “Ruins Start,” a list will drop down, revealing more preset options.

These presets come with specific scenarios:

1. Sans Battle:
   • Transports you to the Judgement Hall during a Genocide Route, just before facing Sans.
   • You’re equipped with Butterscotch Pie, Snowman Piece x3, Face Steak, and Legendary Hero x3.
2. Undyne the Undying:
   • Sets you right before the bridge in Waterfall on a Genocide Route, before encountering Monster Kid.
   • You possess Snowman Piece x3, Astronaut Food, Abandoned Quiche, Sea Tea x2, and Butterscotch Pie.
3. Asgore (normal ending):
   • Positions you at the barrier, ready to confront Asgore in a NEUTRAL route.
   • Your arsenal includes Face Steak, Nice Cream x2, Butterscotch Pie, and Legendary Hero.
4. Asgore (true ending):
   • Places you at the barrier, prepared to face Asgore in a TRUE PACIFIST route after befriending everyone and completing the True Lab.
   • Your item inventory mirrors that of the normal Asgore encounter.
5. Omega Flowey:
   • Lands you in the midst of the Omega Flowey battle, trapped in Flowey’s World.
6. True Pacifist Ending:
   • Drops you into the True Pacifist epilogue post Asriel fight.

Six presets indeed offer a lot of options! بالإضافة إلى ذلك, there are entries named “sys_info_962” و “sys_info_963” هنا. These come into play if you wish to apply Genocide consequences to your save file. “system_information_962” appears if you’ve erased your world, و “system_information_963” is present if you sold your soul.

After choosing your preset, click on “حمولة” to implement the selected settings.

الآن, let’s shift our attention to the right side of the screen—ال “Your Presets” قسم:

Once you’ve fine-tuned your preferences, saving them for future use is a breeze. Simply click on “Save” and assign a name to your preset. ال “جديد” option is for creating fresh presets, و “Export” enables you to share your preset with others. The other buttons should be straightforward for you to grasp.

الآن, let’s move down to the section beneath the logo:

في هذا القسم, you can modify your name, FUN value, and your current room (the location is automatically adjusted). These changes are stored in the “undertale.ini” file and persist across MULTIPLE playthroughs. هنا, you can also tweak Omega Flowey’s status (such as your position in the fight or if you’ve already defeated him) and indicate whether you dodged the credits at the end of the True Pacifist epilogue (this unlocks the secret door in Snowdin). If you aim to experience UNDERTALE with an altered save file, leave the filter untouched. Opt for the filter option and select “All rooms” if you want to explore normally inaccessible areas.

الآن, let’s delve into the seemingly complex bottom row, designed for editing “file0”:

Absolutely, this section exclusively deals with “file0.” This file stores UNDERTALE save data (NOT PERSISTENT DATA) at specific SAVE points. هنا, you have the power to alter information like who was defeated, your inventory of items, your level, your armor, and much more. In the armor and weapon segment, there’s a checkbox allowing you to select every item available for defense (ranging from Nothing to the Bad Dream, and possibly more). لكن, be cautious, as attempting to choose normally unselectable items might lead to game crashes or no discernible effect.

The cellphone part is straightforward. If you indicate that you possess a cellphone, it opens up 8 slots where you can assign response prompts for Toriel, her phone number, or Papyrus’ phone number. بشكل ملحوظ, at the bottom of this array, there’s a checkbox if you wish to have Undyne alongside Papyrus (activates Papyrus and Undyne after you’ve typically dated her).

في “Other” قسم, you can toggle whether you just left True Lab and/or defeated Asriel. ال “Plot value” reveals a dropdown menu with numerous options. If you’re unsure about its function, you can skip it. أساسًا, it’s the checkpoint flags menu. Flags mark points in the game where events update and save based on your choices and actions. In simpler terms, it informs the game about your progress in the story. لكن, it’s crucial to note that this isn’t an autosave. Regularly save at designated save points to secure your data. If you set these flags too far ahead or behind, your game might encounter errors. على سبيل المثال, claiming you exited True Lab while your plot value is still at the start of Snowdin could confuse the game and potentially cause a crash.

ال “FUN” values section serves as a guide to what FUN values correspond to. It’s advisable to maintain consistency in the FUN value between file0 and undertale.ini.

There’s also an “متقدم” section at the very bottom of the page, delving into highly specific flag points. DO NOT USE THIS IF YOU DO NOT KNOW WHAT YOU’RE DOING! While I may not have extensive experience with the Advanced section, I’ll attempt to provide an explanation at the conclusion of this guide.

Apply the Changes

Once you’ve adjusted your files to suit your preferences, انقر “SAVE” on both files (for safety, as it’s uncertain if the effects apply with only one file downloaded). In your download, you’ll find “file0” و “undertale.ini” in your browser’s download queue.

ملحوظة: ال (1) on my files indicates I’ve gone through this process before.

الآن, the process can be a bit finicky, depending on your operating system. I’ll first demonstrate on Windows. I might not have all the details correct for Mac, but I’ll do my best.

ويندوز

1. Go to your UNDERTALE save data. The default file path is

ج:\المستخدمون (your user)\AppData\Local\UNDERTALE

The red dot marks where your username will appear (though I’m on Windows 11, so it might look a bit different, but the file path should remain the same).

2. If you prefer a fresh start, which I recommend, erase the files in the UNDERTALE save folder.

3. Grab your recently downloaded file0 and undertale.ini files and place them into the UNDERTALE save folder.

مهم: ENSURE THERE IS NO (1) أو (2) OR ANY SIMILAR LABEL AT THE END OF THE NEW FILES! THIS WILL MAKE THEM INEFFECTIVE! INSTEAD, CONFIRM THAT file0 IS EXACTLY NAMED AND undertale.ini IS ALSO EXACTLY NAMED!

If you’ve followed all the steps accurately, UNDERTALE should launch based on your modified save file!

MAC

Once more, please be aware that I don’t have visuals for this process on Mac since I don’t own a Mac and haven’t used one before.

1. Install your files as you would on Windows.
2. Navigate to Finder, then Go to Folder, and input this: ~/Library/Application Support
3. Access the UNDERTALE folder (com.tobyfox.undertale). If you encounter difficulties accessing this folder, consult this r/UnderMiners post.
4. Substitute all existing files with your recently downloaded ones and start UNDERTALE. You should be good to go!

Modifying Individual Flags

This part involves some complex stuff. Even I’m unsure how to fully modify these flags. Please proceed only if you’re confident in what you’re doing!

At the bottom of the page, there’s a (somewhat) hidden section. Clicking “Show” reveals a multitude of words and numbers, perhaps something like this:

…yeah, it’s a lot to absorb. “More info” provides an excellent explanation of what flags do, and the key points are outlined below.

• Undertale’s save file primarily consists of 512 “flags,” storing highly specific information, ranging from your preferred pie flavor to whether you remembered Heats Flamesman’s name.
• Unaccessed flags are grayed out, and flags the game never sets are highlighted in red. (avoid altering them)
• Many crucial flags for various routes are more conveniently editable using the basic interface.

Some specific flags stand out due to their unique significance. These include:

• 26: The Genocide Route can be entirely manipulated using the basic menu. لكن, for those who prefer not to fill it out manually or use a preset, flag 26 serves as a debugging flag, enabling you to jump to any point in the route. ملحوظة, رغم ذلك, that it disregards further progress and locks you at its current value.
• 88, 389, 493, 7: The Pacifist Route hinges on several key flags. Flag 88 monitors your progress in Papyrus’s date; flag 389 tracks your interactions with Undyne; and flag 493 records Undyne’s Letter, Alphys’s date, and the True Lab. أخيرا, flag 7 (accessible in the basic menu) triggers the post-Asriel epilogue.
• 300-324: Flags 300-324 encompass the contents of your Dimensional Boxes. If you aim to hack in more than eight items, these flags come into play.
• 130-156: Flags 130-156 oversee many yellow credits for sparing enemies in the correct way. If you’re aspiring for an all-yellow-credits run or wish to analyze one, this is the place to start.
• 452-454, 481-484, 497: The status of your keychain is stored in flags. Asgore’s keys occupy flags 452-454; True Lab keys are housed in flags 481-484; and Sans’s room keys reside in flag 497.

غالباً, you’ll notice flags indicated with a 0 أو 1. In binary or computer language, this typically signifies a False/True statement. If a flag holds a 1, it is in use or active; if it holds a 0, it is currently inactive. It’s crucial to understand that modifying flags, especially without knowing their functions, CAN BREAK YOUR SAVE FILE! Exercise caution when adjusting flags.

As the description mentioned, you can access most, if not all, of these flags through a more user-friendly interface. Only delve into these flags if you’re well-informed or if you wish to experiment with those specifically listed in the table.