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

Ghostrunner is highly acclaimed for its fast-paced, challenging gameplay, impressive graphics, and cyberpunk aesthetic, but it is also criticized for its difficulty, technical issues, and limited content.

Pros

  • Exceptional movement mechanics including wall-running, dashing, and parkour that feel fluid and satisfying.
  • High-speed combat that is both challenging and rewarding, especially with the sword-based fight system.
  • Great soundtrack and atmospheric visuals that enhance the cyberpunk theme.
  • Quick respawns and checkpoints help maintain gameplay flow despite high difficulty.
  • Interesting lore and universe setting, especially for fans of cyberpunk and futuristic stories.

Cons

  • Extremely high difficulty with a steep learning curve; frequent deaths can be frustrating without assist modes easily accessible.
  • Lack of mid-level save points, causing potential loss of significant progress, which can be very frustrating.
  • Limited content and replayability; short main story and DLC with little extra to explore, plus paid cosmetic updates.
  • Technical issues such as bugs, lag, and visual clutter that hinder the experience.
  • Story is secondary and somewhat uninspired, with heavy reliance on exposition rather than showing through gameplay.

Recommendation

> Ghostrunner is highly recommended for players seeking a challenging, adrenaline-fueled skill game with excellent movement and combat, particularly if they enjoy cyberpunk themes and don’t mind the high difficulty and potential technical hiccups.

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