Steam Review: Ghostrunner

Ghostrunner artwork

Ghostrunner

Steam
Very Positive· 19.3K reviews
  • Action
Developer
One More Level
Publisher
505 Games
Released
Oct 27, 2020
$29.99

AI Review Summary of Ghostrunner

The reviews for Ghostrunner depict a game with intense, fast-paced gameplay and high difficulty, highly praised for its mechanics, visuals, and soundtrack, but criticized for its short length, steep learning curve, and certain design flaws like lack of checkpoints and inconsistent controls.

Pros

  • Excellent fast-paced combat and parkour mechanics that provide a satisfying feeling of mastery.
  • Challenging gameplay that develops a rewarding mastery through repetition and skill improvement.
  • Gameplay encourages learning and precision, offering a rewarding experience for skilled players.
  • Stunning graphics and a compelling cyberpunk aesthetic that immerses players.
  • Great soundtrack that enhances the adrenaline and cyber ninja vibe.

Cons

  • Lack of mid-level checkpoints, leading to frustration and loss of progress, especially on higher difficulty.
  • High difficulty and unforgiving one-shot mechanics, which can be discouraging for casual players.
  • Clunky and inconsistent controls (e.g., dash and wall cling mechanics), which detract from the fluidity.
  • Brief game length and limited content, with DLC primarily cosmetic and not offering substantial value or replayability.
  • Repetitive gameplay that can become stale, and some levels or enemy designs are criticized for being dull or poorly designed.
  • Potential accessibility issues—visual effects like flashing and color palette could be problematic.

Recommendation

> The game is highly recommended for players who enjoy challenging, skill-based action games with impressive visuals and sound, and who don’t mind a short experience with high difficulty. Not ideal for casual gamers or those seeking a more extended narrative or accessible gameplay.

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