Ghostrunner

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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 600 Ratings

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  1. draco199
    Jan 18, 2021
    7
    Cyber Ninja 2077 (Otherwise known as Ghostrunner) is a bullet hell in which you are the last remaining Ghostrunner, a cyborg ninja bodyguard.
    This game is tricky to rate. It has so many good and fun parts but there's also a lot of parts that are appalling and horrible to play through. The music makes you, as I would describe it, "gets you in the mood."
    Then there's the hacking sections,    Cyber Ninja 2077 (Otherwise known as Ghostrunner) is a bullet hell in which you are the last remaining Ghostrunner, a cyborg ninja bodyguard.
    This game is tricky to rate. It has so many good and fun parts but there's also a lot of parts that are appalling and horrible to play through. The music makes you, as I would describe it, "gets you in the mood."
    Then there's the hacking sections, where its just so boring to play through, and when you're done with it you just wanna stop playing the game. It's an equal list of pro's and cons, really.    … Expand
  2. Alegotron
    Jan 15, 2021
    7
    I really want to give it a 7.5. But for every time I get frustrated, there's more dopamine right around the corner.

    Pros: The graphics are great. The story is intriguing. The gameplay is fun and the platforming is top notch. Objectively I believe they nailed everything they went for. Con: It's frustratingly difficult. (subjective opinion that effects my fun with the game.) I played    I really want to give it a 7.5. But for every time I get frustrated, there's more dopamine right around the corner.

    Pros: The graphics are great. The story is intriguing. The gameplay is fun and the platforming is top notch. Objectively I believe they nailed everything they went for.

    Con: It's frustratingly difficult. (subjective opinion that effects my fun with the game.) I played The Surge, Furi, Dark Souls, Sekiro, OG Megaman, Nioh, Ninja Giaden, I understand difficult games with good balance and how difficulty correlates to satisfaction and personal growth. Ghost Runner is the hardest game I've ever played, other than literally broken games or bullet hell games. It's rewarding as hell and the checkpoints and reload times are EXTREMELY fair. .1 seconds to load back in. But the game just demands flawless perfection, in my opinion, to a fault. I would have enjoyed the game immensely more if you could have a 1 shot shield, that could only be restored upon death or killing like 10+ enemies. There's nothing wrong with the game, nothing is broken or set up to be unfair. If you die it is your fault, but I get grinded down to the brink of gamer rage with how willing this game is to kick you in the teeth over and over just for a fleeting rush of dopamine when you succeed.

    The reasons many (me included) will play on regardless, is because the music is really good. If you listen to a lot of synth like me, it's admittedly generic and sounds like any other high quality synth mix. Meaning, it's doubtful you'll be reciting tracks by name if you hear a friend using the OST as study music. It fits the game though, and the gameplay enhances the soundtrack's vibe as they work together to form a very good Cyberpunk atmosphere. The graphics look great and perfectly sync with the soundtrack and gameplay style. In particular I found the gore effects and the neon lights to be rather beautiful, and the level design is extremely unique and traversal feels more like puzzle/problem solving than straight up first person action.

    The gameplay, if you can remain calm through repeated deaths, is pretty damn good. As you progressively battle tougher enemies, you gain access to more abilities to even out the experience, granted that you have the mettle to try over and over again. Sword slashes feel really powerful and satisfying. Slicing an enemy is two has never been as rewarding and empowering than this; enemies die in one hit as well, and the feedback is instant and accurate. Wherever you were aiming determines where the dismemberment takes place. From their ankles to their neck, and various diagonal slashes, it's the kind of stuff you see in Shadow Warrior reboots or Metal Gear Rising, without the grindy battle to get the kill.

    Ghostrunner is a skill gamer's game. It's not for casuals, and it's not for the temperamental. For those willing to tough it out, they'll find a fantastic game with engaging mechanics, and incredible atmosphere. Middle-tier gamers will probably still like it, but struggle more than others. For casual gamers who play every game on easy, skip this one for now, there's no easy mode and it puts most "hard" games to shame. But it's not difficult in a broken or meaningless way, I think the developers knew we could handle it and didn't want to make an easy game. This kind of confidence in our skills, in a way, is empowering.

    where it becomes pretty frustrating for me is the controls can be buggy and so can the game. I played a level where you had to climb a reactor with spinning lazers and shoots fire AOEs, died about 100 times getting the timing down and learning the patters. When I cut the second cable, it froze during the cinematic. After all I had gone through to get up top, for it to freeze was infuriating. Sometimes wall runs don't start, sometimes you try to dash attack an enemy and fly over them to your death. Can't fault the game TOO much because at least it's priced as a B tier game, but a little more polish would have been appreciated.    … Expand
  3. Jedioffical
    Jan 13, 2021
    9
    I love this game, gameplay is good and it's also something I would play. I'm giving 9 because game is hard and story and the story is nothing special , it also something new there are not many games like this of course there is doom eternal , but doom and ghostrunner are not the same games moreover they are very different. However this game is bad ass and very good, but it's not forI love this game, gameplay is good and it's also something I would play. I'm giving 9 because game is hard and story and the story is nothing special , it also something new there are not many games like this of course there is doom eternal , but doom and ghostrunner are not the same games moreover they are very different. However this game is bad ass and very good, but it's not for everyone because it is fast. I love the game and i and I definitely recommend it.… Expand
  4. asdasdasd01
    Jan 9, 2021
    8
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  5. XLazer
    Jan 3, 2021
    7
    a good time pass game with really satisfying mechanics but gets boring real fast, also add savepoints in between levels if you don't want players to do the same thing again and again
  6. FuriousAegon
    Jan 2, 2021
    8
    Such an amazing game with fascinating design,and one of the most underestimated games.
    The gameplay is high speed and require so much skill,main character is killing everyone in one slice of katane, and dying from one shot/atack/expolision/fall.Thats like hotline miami in cyberpunk stylistics,and in 3D.And also graphics looks amazing and you can play this game even on 200-300 euro PC.
    In    Such an amazing game with fascinating design,and one of the most underestimated games.
    The gameplay is high speed and require so much skill,main character is killing everyone in one slice of katane, and dying from one shot/atack/expolision/fall.Thats like hotline miami in cyberpunk stylistics,and in 3D.And also graphics looks amazing and you can play this game even on 200-300 euro PC.
    In my opinion there several minuses in this game:
    First:In my opinion there enemies that need to deleted it is Shield Guys and Explosive Guys.
    Main story is not bad but narrative is not the strong side of this game,trust me if ull play this game,after beating the game you will hardly understand what is the story about.
    And the main minus to me is last level,not the final bossfight it is easy though,last level in cybernet and oh my god how stupid it is.I cannot name this level otherwise than stretching the timing of the game,and also this level is giant piece of ****
    8/10    … Expand
  7. AmaDeuSakaAMD
    Jan 2, 2021
    10
    If you liked mirror's edge game, you will love this game. Runs great and looks better than Cyberclunk 2077.
  8. curzon_dax
    Jan 2, 2021
    7
    The game is pretty good for what it tries to do: a first-person platformer. However it is in essence an one-trick pony so it is extremely subjective if you're gonna like it. It immediately throws you into its simple action which will be obviously loved by many but for the rest of us the game can feel like an unnecessary chore.
  9. ItsOverlord
    Jan 1, 2021
    10
    This is the first masterpiece game since Furi!
    I am absolutely delighted, the developers have tried very hard.
    Perfect music, gripping storyline, and cool mechanics.
    But I would like more emphasis on parrying, more slasher, more melee fights. It would be 12 out of 10.
  10. RaizelCrandor
    Dec 28, 2020
    10
    Very good game, would recommend 11/10
    Takes a while to get used to the mechanics but the aesthetic, animations and voice acting is top notch
  11. Altonaut
    Dec 28, 2020
    10
    This game has very beautiful design, pleasant and smooth physics and not bad history. I very like this game. And now, it's one of my favorite games!
  12. Silent1121
    Dec 27, 2020
    10
    Game is very challenging at times but overall is an absolute blast to play...u feel like a complete badges playing it...and the soundtrack is the best I've heard in ANY game to date...nonstop head nodder
  13. Traxillion
    Dec 27, 2020
    7
    A good game that is held back from being great by the fact that some of the sections in the game are more frustrating than fun.

    Overall I definitely recommend it.
  14. OttoFonKarius
    Dec 25, 2020
    10
    this is a prety smooth game, i love it, best game of 2020 ever made, new game + is incredible
  15. kiwimem
    Dec 25, 2020
    0
    It is very good game, dynamic setting. cool graphic, and interesling gameplay,
  16. RhiFaT
    Dec 24, 2020
    10
    If you liked mirror's edge game, you will love this game. the game never gets bored and the action never ends. partition designs are outstanding. the game dynamics are just as they should be.
  17. jessepinkmn
    Dec 23, 2020
    9
    Gayet güzeldi. Tek sıkıntı skilllerin az olması. Onun dışında birde boos karşılaşmaları biraz daha fazla olabilirdi.
  18. Vlad101
    Dec 23, 2020
    10
    Отличная, быстрая и очень интересная игра. А боёвка "1 удар - 1 труп", что работает в обе стороны - это кайф. Вариативность боёв просто безумная.
  19. REFXFARHAN
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    -As I expected.
    Graphics: Mind-blowing (9.5/10)
    Story: Short, fast paced and less cutscenes.(7.5/10)
    Gameplay: One of the best hack and slash game. (10/10)
    Overall rating : 9.8/10
    Personal notes: One of my most favorite games and worth replaying. This game has so much replay value. I would like to personally thank the creators of the game
  20. Lifthraser
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    My 2020 game of the year.
    Ig u like games that makes you feel badass, cyberpunk, katana... It's your dream game
  21. Cidor
    Dec 17, 2020
    9
    Великолепная, жопоразрывающая игра, в которой ты умираешь по 10, 20, 50, а может 100 раз на одном уровне. Несмотря на то, что играем мы за машину-убийцу, один выстрел из пистолетика или удар по нам мгновенно убивает гг. А учитывая то, что нам порой придётся сражаться с 5 и более врагами, пройти битву с первой попытки довольно не лёгкая задача. Но сложность тут возникает не только вВеликолепная, жопоразрывающая игра, в которой ты умираешь по 10, 20, 50, а может 100 раз на одном уровне. Несмотря на то, что играем мы за машину-убийцу, один выстрел из пистолетика или удар по нам мгновенно убивает гг. А учитывая то, что нам порой придётся сражаться с 5 и более врагами, пройти битву с первой попытки довольно не лёгкая задача. Но сложность тут возникает не только в сражениях, но и в паркуре. Обычно он достаточно простой, но иногда жопу рвать будет сильно, особенно вспоминая вышку, на которую нам надо забраться, или движущийся с огромной скоростью поезд (кто играл, тот, думаю, поймёт). И эти два аспекта и делают игру крутой, ибо что нужно было сделать, чтобы играть было интересно? Хорошую механику и не давать игроку скучать, чего не происходит, ибо постоянно появляются новые враги и новые способы перемещения. Но есть и третий элемент игры, который мне кажется лишним - киберпространство с головоломками. В конце некоторых уровнях мы отправляемся в некое пространство со страной логикой, и там мы либо паркурим (что конкретно там скучно, ибо отключены многие способности героя) и вместе с этим общаемся с архитектором - создателем этой среды, а заодно башни, где живёт ныне население Земли, но об этом немного позже, либо мы разгадываем головоломки, которые мне не особо зашли, ибо просто тупо сидеть и думать по 10 минут, вместо того, чтобы разрезать врагов или эпично паркурить, в этой игре мне не особо хотелось. После решения этих головоломок у гг открываются дополнительные способности, которые обычно долго перезаряжаются и могут помочь только в очень трудных стычках с врагами. Также в игре присутствуют боссы, от которых задница полыхать будет ещё сильнее, чем от стычек с противниками! Касательно графики - игра выглядит просто приятно, ясное дело что это не ААА проект, и ждать графику уровня Cyberpunk 2077 здесь было бы глупо... Сюжет здесь есть, но за ним я не следил, ибо он раскрывается в диалогах персонажей, русской озвучки здесь нет, а читать субтитры в этой динамичной игре... Довольно проблематично. Но если вкратце - человечество живёт в какой-то огромной башне, построенной архитектором, которго убила собственная коллега и установила диктаторский режим, и мы должны её убить. По словам многих сюжет здесь банальный и неинтересный, но кому, мне интересно, он вообще нужен в такого рода игре? По поводу производительности - на моей видеокарте-затычке за 12к руб игра идёт на максимальных настройках в full hd, и ни разу fps не опускался ниже 60, так что владельцы слабых ПК вполне могут комфортно в неё поиграть.… Expand
  22. Cz3rw0ny
    Dec 15, 2020
    8
    This is a game which is perfect to finish once (unless you are into speedrunning/beating high scores unlike me). Very fun, very quick, with perfect 5-6h gameplay. Recommended!
  23. Yoturo_13
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    One of my favorite games. It has interesting mechanics and great graphics. I recommend
  24. realnewshere
    Dec 14, 2020
    1
    Can you make more boring game than this? I think you can't!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  25. konotrip
    Dec 14, 2020
    10
    12/10 все дела приемник mirros edge короче лучшая игра на этой планете
  26. VerySuperMario
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    Great graphics. Fast action. Adrenaline pill that keeps you loaded after a hard day at work. Recommended.
  27. Aesliosis
    Dec 11, 2020
    9
    A good game with load of fun, an addicting gameplay for the sensation. A gameplay that i will continue to play because it is never frustating as they are many ways to engage the levels. The story is interesting
    In itself the story is quite predictable however the way it's presented within the gameplay at key moments make it far more interesting.
    A game that i recommend Problem:    A good game with load of fun, an addicting gameplay for the sensation. A gameplay that i will continue to play because it is never frustating as they are many ways to engage the levels. The story is interesting
    In itself the story is quite predictable however the way it's presented within the gameplay at key moments make it far more interesting.
    A game that i recommend
    Problem: Keybinding doesn't stay enregistred sometime.
    Overall it's a great game    … Expand
  28. UnluckyGuyRUS
    Dec 9, 2020
    9
    Очень приятный визуальный дизайн, очень классная музыка, подходящая под стилистику игры, наиотличнейший геймплей и ебучий последний уровень с этим Архитектором. Только из-за него я ставлю игре 9 баллов, а не 10
  29. Taha_Nouri7
    Dec 8, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Its a perfect game and i love it.
    I played GOG PC version this game and its perfect.
    Speed and graphics and Gun play are nice.
    From:
    Taha Nouri, Leader of Golden Iran Games team    … Expand
  30. Black7
    Dec 8, 2020
    10
    Неожиданный шедевр, очень понравилась игра.
    Графений - 10/10, саунд - 10/10, горящая жеппа - 10/10
  31. Andres_ftw
    Dec 7, 2020
    10
    What an awesome game, smooth 60 FPS, great level design, good difficulty, awesome history. 10/10
  32. moodyMatteus
    Dec 5, 2020
    8
    The game is cool, very similar to cyberpunk 2077, has its own plot with its own coolness, cool graphics, and on my old video card 1070 goes on ultra without lags. But I don't understand why it costs 20 dollars. I don't care what's missing in it, so I didn't want to give so much money to this game, but I still bought it to watch it. Bots were not stupid like, and I was very bombed when theyThe game is cool, very similar to cyberpunk 2077, has its own plot with its own coolness, cool graphics, and on my old video card 1070 goes on ultra without lags. But I don't understand why it costs 20 dollars. I don't care what's missing in it, so I didn't want to give so much money to this game, but I still bought it to watch it. Bots were not stupid like, and I was very bombed when they killed me, especially on the second level, where you need to kill 3 bots on 3 platforms, when I killed one, I was killed by another, but still I passed 2 levels. I liked the game if in short.… Expand
  33. p0sey
    Dec 5, 2020
    10
    Deserves a 10 because :
    -no cutscenes from begining to end , just fluid gameplay
    -designed so that you forget about time and get absorbed into the gameplay -no **** your deaths are because of your fault -a challange where you dont feel like you dont stand a chance or where you feel like luck go you trough the level, its all your doing -it requires you to think -the swordplay is    Deserves a 10 because :
    -no cutscenes from begining to end , just fluid gameplay
    -designed so that you forget about time and get absorbed into the gameplay
    -no **** your deaths are because of your fault
    -a challange where you dont feel like you dont stand a chance or where you feel like luck go you trough the level, its all your doing
    -it requires you to think
    -the swordplay is amazing, you just want to keep slashing enemies all the time
    -the abilities are awesome and you can use them to make amazing plays if you got the skills
    -the game makes you feel like a badass
    -the game puts you in a flow state
    A game that is trully a game, not that tripple A garbage with fetch quests and follow this guy while he walks extremely slowly missions. From begining to end its just super fun to play.    … Expand
  34. HokutoPain
    Dec 3, 2020
    9
    Stylish cyberpunk ninja with kick ass music. Super visceral graphics with some fairly difficult gameplay. The game runs smoothly and executes well. Retries are lightning fast, which means you are less irritated by dying when attempting some strategy.

    The level design feels a bit copy and paste but the game paces it very well so it isn't annoying. The story leaves much to be desired and    Stylish cyberpunk ninja with kick ass music. Super visceral graphics with some fairly difficult gameplay. The game runs smoothly and executes well. Retries are lightning fast, which means you are less irritated by dying when attempting some strategy.

    The level design feels a bit copy and paste but the game paces it very well so it isn't annoying.

    The story leaves much to be desired and although it sets the backdrop for what you're actually doing when moving from place to place, I found myself paying little attention to it and instead focused on keeping a track of all the enemies on the screen.

    Enemy variety is plenty, with some particularly clever ones. I would highly recommend this to anyone wanting a decent challenge and doesn't get irritated by dying over and over (think of it like a Souls game in that respect).    … Expand
  35. big_chonky
    Dec 1, 2020
    4
    i really want too like this game but i can't. controls and hit detection is very buggy which made the game extremely infuriating. playing levels over, and over, and over again just isn't fun. the game requires absolute perfection. the movement is okay i guess. i would give this a 0 but the story from what i have seen is decent, the voice acting is phenomenal, the game is gorgeous, and thei really want too like this game but i can't. controls and hit detection is very buggy which made the game extremely infuriating. playing levels over, and over, and over again just isn't fun. the game requires absolute perfection. the movement is okay i guess. i would give this a 0 but the story from what i have seen is decent, the voice acting is phenomenal, the game is gorgeous, and the music is perfection living up too doom eternal's soundtrack. the game play does not compliment all the good aspects of the game. i was disappointed by the 3rd level all the praise and good things i heard i just could not agree with.… Expand
  36. itsAboody
    Dec 1, 2020
    9
    This game runs great on Pc and the mechanics are very satisfying, i beg the devs to continue you with this and maybe give us multiplayer and custom maps so we can use our abilities more , there are some minor bugs but overall smooooth experience, Love it!
  37. TheMcKnox
    Dec 1, 2020
    10
    Ghostrunner is a cyber-punk, first person, hack and slash game, that is extremely fast paced, high risk and really exhilarating to play. There is a small difficult curve to get around at the start of the game, but that won't stop you from getting to grips with and falling in love with the mechanics this game has to offer.

    The game itself puts you in the shoes (hope robots have shoes) of    Ghostrunner is a cyber-punk, first person, hack and slash game, that is extremely fast paced, high risk and really exhilarating to play. There is a small difficult curve to get around at the start of the game, but that won't stop you from getting to grips with and falling in love with the mechanics this game has to offer.

    The game itself puts you in the shoes (hope robots have shoes) of "Jack".
    A "Ghostrunner", who seems invincible during the opening cut-scene, until, you find out through gameplay that each scenario is a one hit kill. Both for you, and every enemy you face, evening the odds a small bit and keeping the game just difficult enough while still giving the player a large feeling of omnipotence. Thats what this game does so well. Keeping you engaged with a challenge while making you feel like a complete pro at the game. It does this by granting you small ability unlocks in line with the new and improved enemies your climb to the top of the "Tower".

    It's break neck speed game play makes it akin to a "boomer shooter" while still offering other, more innovative ways to take down your foes, with the use of movement abilities, special powerful attacks that charge up over time and various pick ups throughout the levels.

    It rounds it all off with an absorbing atmosphere of flickering neon lights and towering propaganda billboards in a post apocolyptic mega city. As well as the small cries of the tenants in the apartments you speed past as you cut through your foes. To the absolutely breath taking Soundtrack by Daniel Deluxe that you can't help but groove along to during your righteous techno-slaughter.

    In summary, this game is THE hidden gem of 2020 and it is absolutely criminal that it hasn't been nominated for any awards (to my knowledge). My only real issue was the small length of the game, but i suppose no matter how well done a game is, it can't go on forever, sadly. i would of given this review a 9 for that reason, but that too, would be criminal.    … Expand
  38. BaconThief
    Nov 28, 2020
    5
    short game, with bad story, inconsistent gameplay, between the pretty good combat, annoyingly bad platforming, and horrendous cybervoid puzzle games, and slower platforming. boss fights were all bad, dialogue was decent, but its all through radio and the game just forgets about a character untill the ending scene. Overall the main gameplay loop of trying not to get shot, and dashing andshort game, with bad story, inconsistent gameplay, between the pretty good combat, annoyingly bad platforming, and horrendous cybervoid puzzle games, and slower platforming. boss fights were all bad, dialogue was decent, but its all through radio and the game just forgets about a character untill the ending scene. Overall the main gameplay loop of trying not to get shot, and dashing and slicing is good, but dashing is bad, and wallrunning is inconsistent. I can't recommend this game for a price of over $20 CAD, I got it at $40 CAD.… Expand
  39. Fichtner
    Nov 27, 2020
    6
    Всем здравствуйте,познакомился с этой игрой 2 недели назад. За это время перепрошел ее два раза и как следует ее узнал. Игра неплоха,признаю, Для Tripre B проектов это очень похвальный продукт. Цена игры весьма оправдана. Но у этой игры полным полно минусов которые подпортили мне геймплей и слегка настроение. Дело в том что при прохождении игры я часто сталкивался с некоторыми инпутВсем здравствуйте,познакомился с этой игрой 2 недели назад. За это время перепрошел ее два раза и как следует ее узнал. Игра неплоха,признаю, Для Tripre B проектов это очень похвальный продукт. Цена игры весьма оправдана. Но у этой игры полным полно минусов которые подпортили мне геймплей и слегка настроение. Дело в том что при прохождении игры я часто сталкивался с некоторыми инпут лагами,что недопустимо для такого быстрого и хардкорного слешера,в котором каждое движение может стоить победы. Так же мне дико не понравилось то что динамичный геймплей разбавлен убогими и не интересными головоломками которые только выводят из себя. Особенно запомнился тот момент когда нужно перепрыгивать по постоянно переворачивающимися платформам при этом еще и собирая долбанные фрагменты памяти. Я потратил на эту убогую головоломку около часа и это просто ужас. Так не должно быть,ведь можно было же сделать что-то более интересное и оригинальное. Но не смотря на это игра вполне интересна. Рекомендую к прохождению.
    P.S.Вот бы сделали патчи которые убирают эти головоломки.    … Expand
  40. Real_reviews
    Nov 25, 2020
    0
    Ghostrunner is a flawed game. It's a game that demands perfection from the player while lazily failing at the solid groundwork to build that expectation on. The controls are buggy and often fail to register inputs. Occasionally the player will just get turned around by the game, or entirely fail to register a hit, a grapple or a wall run. This is made even more frustrating that it wouldGhostrunner is a flawed game. It's a game that demands perfection from the player while lazily failing at the solid groundwork to build that expectation on. The controls are buggy and often fail to register inputs. Occasionally the player will just get turned around by the game, or entirely fail to register a hit, a grapple or a wall run. This is made even more frustrating that it would normally be by the game talking **** to you when you "fail". The game gives you instantaneous retries (when that too isn't bugged out, sometimes the "r" key just stops working) which should encourage you to learn the patterns of the enemies but the developers failed to learn an extremely important lesson from games of this genre, RETRIES SHOULD RESET THE LEVEL TO A BEGINNING STATE. Something you'll notice in other games of this genre is that when you retry, platforms, for instance, always start in the same spot, so you don't have to wait for your timing to reset before knowing how to approach a situation. Enemies should be facing the same direction they always do, not were they left off last life. The reason for this is so that the player can develop a flow for a level. There's nothing wrong with a game being punishingly difficult but when the mechanics and design and poor programming of the game conspire against you it adds up to a frustrating experience. This game is a solid pass until some of these flaws are ironed out.… Expand
  41. Mandeepsingh
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    The game play is so AWESOME WOW I LOVE THIS GAME I think every pc Gamer should atleast try the demo and I think atleast 7 out of 10 people will love it
  42. MGI
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    Intresting bosses, good music, fast temp of the game. separately, I want to highlight the levels, each of them is made in its own way, and after passing each of them, after many attempts, you feel joy
  43. Happypillow
    Nov 25, 2020
    9
    It's a really good game in every aspect - graphics, design, gameplay. The only gripe for me is the games length (only 4 hours) but I think it has a bit of replayability of trying to get the fastest run, yet it doesn't seem like the leaderboards are working yet.
  44. Pedorlovesgames
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    The game is pretty good and I would really recommend everyone to play this game
    The best game of 2020
    The moving mechanics is just so good
    It's like you're actually playing as a Ninja
    10/10
  45. EnigmaXtreme
    Nov 23, 2020
    7
    First-person platforming has always been a really mixed bag, titles like Mirror’s Edge have tried to achieve the style of a parkour artist from the first-person perspective with limited success. Then there are titles like Portal that rely less on precision and more about flinging you across the room. But in both of those titles, the combat was never the main focus, but that’s all set toFirst-person platforming has always been a really mixed bag, titles like Mirror’s Edge have tried to achieve the style of a parkour artist from the first-person perspective with limited success. Then there are titles like Portal that rely less on precision and more about flinging you across the room. But in both of those titles, the combat was never the main focus, but that’s all set to change with Ghostrunner. Set in a dystopian future, you are the Ghostrunner a cybernetic katana-wielding ninja and honestly, I could wrap this review up now. You are a ninja cyborg, enough said, Game of The Year! Round of applause! Ok see you next time.

    Yeah, unfortunately, it is not that Simple

    Ghostrunner has a lot going for it, while you are pretty much going through a series of corridors and factories I’m loving the cyberpunk aesthetic which even on minimalist settings looks incredible. I mean sure, it reminds me that my computer will sooner burst into flames then run Cyberpunk 2077 properly in a few weeks but I was wall-running, dodging and cutting grunts in half with synthwave in the background I was having heaps of run. That is when the game was at least agreeing with me while controlling Ghostrunner is fairly simple with jumping, dashing, wall-run hookshot and slow-mo bullet time, the game usually puts you into encounters with a lot of split-second thinking.

    The basic crux of the game is you enter a section filled with gun touting enemies and you can’t progress until you’ve cleared it of all of them, further more there is no health bar, everything is one hit kill so if you get shot or miss a jump you have to restart the encounter all over again. The best way to take care of enemies is to jump towards them, enter slow mod so you can dodge their bullets and proceed to remove their spine from the rest of their body

    While I do applaud the game for making it incredibly quick to resume encounters with nary any loading screens in sight, things can get pretty frustrating in some of the larger encounters, you have several different types of enemies all with their own different types of attacks to prepare for not to mention most of the time there is this shield protecting them that you have to get rid of first. The real issue is that there really is no room for error, taking a breather for a second just to get your surroundings will most likely result in a game over so you could find yourself constantly repeating segments so be prepared to die a lot, and the game knows this highlighting the number of deaths after every chapter

    I have never been one to suffer from Motion Sickness but even I was feeling woozy in some areas of the game, the continuous bobbing up and down of the character and twist and turns when it comes to wall-running especially in later chapters when you have to slow-mo jump behind guards with shields around them.

    There is a story but honestly when you are cybernetic ninja is that even relevant, you have a disembodied voice known as the Architecture talking with you throughout the entire game continuously going on about the antagonist of the game and what you need to do to save everyone. I’ve been wary of voices like that since the original Bioshock, just wondering when and/or if they inevitably turn on me.

    Ghostrunner has a lot going for it, its an awesome concept that really could have benefited from some more fine-tuning. While there were times I was getting visually frustrated in segments, I couldn’t put the game down for long. It reminds me a lot of Katana Zero, basically the same slow-mo ninja concept but as a retro 2D game and I absolutely adored that title. While Ghostrunner is undoubtedly playing second fiddle in regards to Video Games about dystopian futures in 2020 It is still a game I would highly recommend checking out.

    While not released with the rest of the platforms, there is a Switch version planned for release next month and I’m curious on how the game will look, I’m terrified about the thought of gyro-controls, cause flailing my arms around brings back some painful memories of the Wii.    … Expand
  46. Lugocain
    Nov 22, 2020
    9
    Imagine you combine MG Rising, Doom Eternal and you add a little of Cyberpunk style. The result is this fantastic High-Speed Face combat game. With incredible replayability and impressive graphics.
  47. CZechi
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    Along with Hades and Ghost of Tsushima, best games of 2020. Absolutely gorgeous graphics with fantastic optimization, sheer adrenaline gameplay, very challenging but fair, soundtrack is perfect and the game as a whole made me love it from the demo till the end! The feel of running on the walls slicing through enemies is just so satisfying...
  48. Dante77
    Nov 22, 2020
    9
    I almost gave up after the first mission. I'm glad I didn't. Fun gameplay, beautiful graphics, nice music, decent story. I hope there will be a sequel.
  49. SwooshMoose
    Nov 22, 2020
    9
    This game is great. It's the perfect mix of fast-paced fps shooter games and quick-restart platformers. It has some similarities with a platformer called celeste, it is very fun and hard to put down but can be very infuriating and can sometimes feel unfair at some difficulty spikes but generally very fun and engaging
  50. Encalomator
    Nov 21, 2020
    3
    You like to die and die again? this is your game.
    Don´t play it with gamepad, is a nonsense how the developer put the jump/dash in not common buttons.

    Graphically it looks beautiful, but it´s just ninja running simulator
  51. Rapdo
    Nov 21, 2020
    9
    The game is incredible, the mechanics, optimization, graphics, etc. The only thing why I don't give it a 10 is the storyline. The levels are great but the story is too simple and it could've been more longer.
  52. ab5_
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Fast paced, kind of rhythm based game where you slice hundreds of enemies in half. Ghost runner has an amazing synth soundtrack track that never gets old and builds tention and emotion to the story. As you get used to enemies and know how to combat them the difficulty rises with your skill and introduces a new type of enemy. I tried the game on a 1060 and had high fps and a 5700xt runningFast paced, kind of rhythm based game where you slice hundreds of enemies in half. Ghost runner has an amazing synth soundtrack track that never gets old and builds tention and emotion to the story. As you get used to enemies and know how to combat them the difficulty rises with your skill and introduces a new type of enemy. I tried the game on a 1060 and had high fps and a 5700xt running ZorinOS (Linux) and it worked perfectly with proton. Highly recommend this action packed game. If you get this game you'll love it.… Expand
  53. Bridge4
    Nov 19, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very very very good. Fast, fluid combat, fair (for the most part), amazing soundtrack, game runs solid 60 on ultra on my 1650. The only things holding back from a 10 are the lack of a level editor and how weak most of the bosses are. There are only 3 in the game (one of which is a tower, and also the only interesting, fun and challenging one out of them all) and 2 of them are just straight up boring. The parkour sequence after the final boss is harder and more fun than the whole boss. Otherwise, this game is nearly on par with Doom Eternal.… Expand
  54. ilson
    Nov 19, 2020
    9
    1368 deaths during 10 hours of gameplay. 2.3 deaths per minute. The game is very stylish and has nice cyber soundtrack. Ghostrunner has different types of enemies and abilities to kill them all.
    I definitely play it again someday.
  55. Mackrov12
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    An excellent story, also the variety of stages and the gameplay are insanely fun, the abilities system is strange in the way of Tetris, but I will get used to it.
  56. HaDoCk52
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    Frustrating at first but once you get the hang of things, it becomes one of the most enjoyable games i never played. High octane parkour action in a cyberpunk setting with Great combat, puzzles and a enjoyable story. Highly recommended!
  57. RockerKR
    Nov 17, 2020
    9
    lllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll Good Game llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll
  58. TheMalpas
    Nov 16, 2020
    9
    DISCLAIMER: Game review copy received from 505 Games.

    Definitely not a game to miss. I'm not generally a fan of harsh challenge in games, but this is absolutely an exception. they have managed to strike a very nice balance between difficult and captivating. Rarely did i actually want to STOP playing the game. It's length is pretty perfect, the story is nothing amazing but it's    DISCLAIMER: Game review copy received from 505 Games.

    Definitely not a game to miss. I'm not generally a fan of harsh challenge in games, but this is absolutely an exception. they have managed to strike a very nice balance between difficult and captivating. Rarely did i actually want to STOP playing the game. It's length is pretty perfect, the story is nothing amazing but it's entertaining enough, graphics are absolutely beautiful, and gameplay...oh man gameplay... Give this game Steam Workshop support and it will live for years. Great stuff.    … Expand
  59. VeganxGhost
    Nov 14, 2020
    9
    This game from the beginning had my excited. The game play was like a roller coaster, the graphics were crisp, cyber punk, gritty. The story was a treat. Sequel plz?
  60. TragikT
    Nov 13, 2020
    9
    This game is tough, with generous checkpoints, but it the best kind of difficult. Parkour Action, bloody puzzles, and a soundtrack that is 10/10. Think Mirror's Edge, with a Katana, and some gore.
  61. xmexian
    Nov 13, 2020
    10
    This game is like SOOO GOOD. such a good ending. They should make a game 2 tho! I love the game so much. its such a recommendation if you are searching for a game that has like a real good story. i forreal completed the game in 2 days and it took me 8 hours. its a good game and a time killer!
  62. Shadgon
    Nov 13, 2020
    9
    Fast paced platforming and challenging one hit mechanics make every fight a challenge. It feels like there's a rhythm to every fight, and figuring it out at high speed as you dodge bullets and slice your foes is a rush. The checkpoint system is also very forgiving, often having you restart just before the scene you died at. This eliminates backtracking, which is a positive in my book.
  63. schatwal96
    Nov 12, 2020
    9
    I already loved games like Celeste, where it's hard but instant respawn. This works perfectly. I can't name a single thing bad about it, until the final 30 minutes. The final two bosses are HORRIBLE. they are easier than some of the earlier levels, and they don't use any mechanics you learned along the way. all 10 hours leading up to that is perfect, the story is okay, but its not a storyI already loved games like Celeste, where it's hard but instant respawn. This works perfectly. I can't name a single thing bad about it, until the final 30 minutes. The final two bosses are HORRIBLE. they are easier than some of the earlier levels, and they don't use any mechanics you learned along the way. all 10 hours leading up to that is perfect, the story is okay, but its not a story game, so it's fine. Every single moment is fun Nonstop full rush, except the last two bosses. Must play if you like games like Celeste or 3D platformers.… Expand
  64. bitwiarz
    Nov 12, 2020
    10
    Music, locations, voices, animations ... All fit perfectly together, great immersion. The art style is top notch. Surprisingly good graphics, no bugs, find smooth. And I really liked the story, classical with a little predictable twist. I just wish there would be more content, but then the game could lost its integrity. I would love to see the modders in action.
  65. D4nilf
    Nov 12, 2020
    9
    Прекрасная игра в моём любимом жанре киберпанк. Саундтрек в ней драйвовый и весьма доставляет удовольствие при прохождении. Хотел бы отметить хороший сюжет, который дополнен информативными колектблсами в виде аудиофайлов и атрибутов мира игры. Помимо этого прокачка навыков сделана весьма вариативна. Механика ударов прекрасна, каждое движение чувствуется.
    В 2020 году огромным плюсом    Прекрасная игра в моём любимом жанре киберпанк. Саундтрек в ней драйвовый и весьма доставляет удовольствие при прохождении. Хотел бы отметить хороший сюжет, который дополнен информативными колектблсами в виде аудиофайлов и атрибутов мира игры. Помимо этого прокачка навыков сделана весьма вариативна. Механика ударов прекрасна, каждое движение чувствуется.
    В 2020 году огромным плюсом является то что в игре нет никаких микротранзакций, миллионов длс и прочих проблем современных ААА проектов.
    Единственное чего не хватает как по мне, это какого ни будь режима отдельного с волнами врагов, сложность которого со временем нарастает.    … Expand
  66. GoodMorningAss
    Nov 12, 2020
    8
    This game will make you a speedrunner, whether you want it or not ... .
  67. KUNMB11
    Nov 10, 2020
    6
    Ghostrunner (PC)

    (+) Fantastic variety of gameplay that makes every level feel unique
    (+) Addictive challenging combat

    (-) Frustrating controls where commands register improperly - especially when wall running
    (-) The payoff/reward feels underwhelming

    (3/5) - Above Average - Recommended at $19.99
  68. AtrainGame
    Nov 10, 2020
    10
    Fast-paced, visceral action. Crazy fast restarts. Top 10 Game soundtracks in 2020. Very fun and challenging, some bs here and there. But the movement can get you past all obstacles. The only issue is that it feels too short! Collectibles lore pieces are hidden through the levels and a myriad of upgrades for replayability and experimentation. Lot's of fun!
  69. Ffarouqq
    Nov 9, 2020
    10
    A future classic ! Super immersive. The world is gorgeous, the environment is creative, the story is cohesive and the gameplay is flawless.
  70. Pofi
    Nov 8, 2020
    9
    The story is good. The gameplay is fantastic. The graphics are pretty cool. THE MUSIC BANGS. And most importantly- the game is fun. 9/10
  71. ObiJoaq
    Nov 7, 2020
    9
    A game that succeeds in everything it does. Amazing gameplay, very interesting mechanics and a lot replayability, specially against your friends. The story might be a little generic and uninspired, bit it does not feel lazy. The game manages to make it it's own and achieves a level of originality. It is engaging and not too bad overall, but it leaves something to be desired. The executionA game that succeeds in everything it does. Amazing gameplay, very interesting mechanics and a lot replayability, specially against your friends. The story might be a little generic and uninspired, bit it does not feel lazy. The game manages to make it it's own and achieves a level of originality. It is engaging and not too bad overall, but it leaves something to be desired. The execution of the narrative could have been a little bit better but I really liked it overall, it didn't feel like an afterthought; and that ending felt a little bit deeper than one might think at first glance. Best game I have played in 2020 by far.

    Love to see the CyberNinja Hack n' Slash genre not dead. Hope to see a second game.    … Expand
  72. Adrosty
    Nov 7, 2020
    8
    i sometimes get out of the map while jumping on the elevator, but the gameplay and the graphics just blows my mind
  73. ShelflessElf
    Nov 7, 2020
    9
    Few games can make me move to the soundtrack and even fewer can make me do that while I try and not die in a high octane death match with the enemies. Ghostrunner kicks so much ass that I don't feel like there are many games, if any, that nail the cyberpunk subgenre this well. The combat is a perfect 10, the soundtrack is a perfect 10, the graphics are a perfect 10, and the only part thatFew games can make me move to the soundtrack and even fewer can make me do that while I try and not die in a high octane death match with the enemies. Ghostrunner kicks so much ass that I don't feel like there are many games, if any, that nail the cyberpunk subgenre this well. The combat is a perfect 10, the soundtrack is a perfect 10, the graphics are a perfect 10, and the only part that I think falls a little short is the voice acting for the main villain is a little odd sounding at times and the platforming can be a little spotty, especially in the last level or anywhere where the platforms are moving or are at weird angles. Overall this is a instant classic cyberpunk game and I didn't even mention the 30 dollar price tag. Very worth the price.… Expand
  74. Borislaw12
    Nov 6, 2020
    9
    Very good plot. So f***ng good gameplay!!! This is so fast, so intresting, the best.
  75. Barmy_Deer
    Nov 5, 2020
    7
    Different, fresh, and cool, but with some flaws!

    PROS: + Some of the most sensational stages to date, with cyberpunk design! + Very enjoyable electronic music! + Visuals are already impressive without activating Ray-Tracing reflections. + Fast-paced and challenging. + Satisfying slasher and movement mechanics. + Compelling platformer elements. + Steep learning curve. + Different    Different, fresh, and cool, but with some flaws!

    PROS:
    + Some of the most sensational stages to date, with cyberpunk design!
    + Very enjoyable electronic music!
    + Visuals are already impressive without activating Ray-Tracing reflections.
    + Fast-paced and challenging.
    + Satisfying slasher and movement mechanics.
    + Compelling platformer elements.
    + Steep learning curve.
    + Different stylish skins for the swords.
    + The collectibles reveal narrative details.

    CONS:
    - Badly implemented Ray-Tracing (RT) functionality: it mostly makes little difference and taxes the framerate by 77.5% (i.e., 200 FPS at the highest settings become 45-50* solely by activating RT (with DLSS on). Unacceptable! Patches required.
    - Only one difficulty: the one-hit-kill system combined with aim-bot enemies and the limited visual often make you feel like you die because of sheer bad luck!
    - It gets more frustrating than challenging in some situations.
    - Not worth more than 20 quid (26 bucks) in the current state.
    - It does require high FPS due to its fast-paced nature.
    - Not very charismatic characters.
    - Underwhelming narrative so far, without cutscenes.
    - Such a gorgeous looking game should have a photo mode.

    FINAL SCORE: 7.1 / 10.

    With potential for an 8+ if it gets patched.

    *The significant FPS drops only occurred at levels 5 and 6.    … Expand
  76. DigitalBaguette
    Nov 4, 2020
    9
    I gotta say, this is definitely one of the best games of 2020. Great hardcore gameplay, well made graphic and intresting but not very important story. I'll wait to see if there will be any DLC added :D
  77. ChickyBreecky
    Nov 4, 2020
    10
    Игруха огонь! Давно я не испытал таких испытаний для своей реакции. Даже сюжет есть какой то в кибер панковской стилистике, на который ты не обращаешь внимание, потому что динамика игры не позволяет)
  78. HeartNSoul
    Nov 4, 2020
    10
    I approached Ghostrunner as an introduction to Cyberpunk 2077 without any major expectations. I already know that I will stay with it for longer. Definitely a plus: idea, gameplay, music and price. Judge for yourself whether you consider the 1 hit 1 kill mechanics as a plus - in many places I had to try really hard, but that's basically the point. Unexpectedly a sure candidate to the topI approached Ghostrunner as an introduction to Cyberpunk 2077 without any major expectations. I already know that I will stay with it for longer. Definitely a plus: idea, gameplay, music and price. Judge for yourself whether you consider the 1 hit 1 kill mechanics as a plus - in many places I had to try really hard, but that's basically the point. Unexpectedly a sure candidate to the top of the 20s decade lists.… Expand
  79. JohnnyCashMIB
    Nov 4, 2020
    9
    Brilliant game. You will die a lot, but it's incredibly rewarding when you get it right. Incredibly inventive and a pleasure to play.
  80. xxxvolkerxxx
    Nov 3, 2020
    10
    its good game for those who want play 3d version of Geometry Dash.
    am in love with this game.
    by the way am writing my review couse
    am cracked this game because its expensve in my contry so i give it 1010 to be a good boy and am love this game lol
  81. GameNotes
    Nov 3, 2020
    8
    Ghost Runner RAP Review lyrics

    -Run. Running feels good from the jump which is good cus your gunna run a muck. I even Record without a keyboard or mouse. It did take awhile until I got the touch with the thumbs -The music they got in this bumps Can’t say It don’t rock out cause it does Assuming that you’re not into synth - [ ] still puts a hop in your step make you wanna press L1 on the    Ghost Runner RAP Review lyrics

    -Run. Running feels good from the jump which is good cus your gunna run a muck. I even Record without a keyboard or mouse. It did take awhile until I got the touch with the thumbs

    -The music they got in this bumps Can’t say It don’t rock out cause it does
    Assuming that you’re not into synth - [ ] still puts a hop in your step make you wanna press L1 on the jump


    -Fun. Dude, but it’s fun, basically doom with out a Gun gets me pumped But bunch a dudes guarding platforms kind of dumb, I kid.. but a hundred of them is a little much. It is.. -The Keys are just fader you run through to get the keyMaster Mara yeah that’s the one(On screen) ☝️ With the OctaArms that killed the architect your his cyber assassin bastard son.

    -The plot has its twists it’ll have you stumped the acting has the edge to match the action stunts “Avenge the people” cus the bad guy won is at the core of this cyberpunk slash and run.

    -Death animation do lack some spunk but if you speed through still packs a punch    … Expand
  82. sandgrave
    Nov 3, 2020
    10
    This game is incredible. The combat is deadly, super fast paced and insanely fun. What a beautiful cyberpunk adventure. I was completely blown away by the gameplay and the OST is too damn perfect.

    Also, it is one of the best polished games out there right now. I have finished the game with zero bugs/crashes.
  83. Metacodeine
    Nov 3, 2020
    7
    A part with platforming sometimes "strange work" like a rigorous requirements to aim to target, but it's good game and I didn't regret playing it.
  84. Eabdoom
    Nov 3, 2020
    10
    You'll die multiple in one level, but you'll never get bored. A one hit, one kill game, you'll feel like a ninja jumping from plaftform to platform slicing robots and humanoids. It quenched my thirst for parkour games.

    Pros: -Smooth parkour -Satisfying combat -Beautiful synth-wave soundtrack -Levels never get boring -Good voice acting Cons: -There aren't any save points in the    You'll die multiple in one level, but you'll never get bored. A one hit, one kill game, you'll feel like a ninja jumping from plaftform to platform slicing robots and humanoids. It quenched my thirst for parkour games.

    Pros:
    -Smooth parkour
    -Satisfying combat
    -Beautiful synth-wave soundtrack
    -Levels never get boring
    -Good voice acting

    Cons:
    -There aren't any save points in the level. So if you have to exit the game, you'll have to replay the level to get back to where you are
    -The boss fights aren't too unique, except the first one. The last 2 are just continuous parrying and dodging and then attack.
    -The last level will take a heavy toll on you're pc/laptop, so be prepared for that.
    -Predictable plot, but doesn't matter.

    Its been a while since i've played with good combat and parkour. You should definitely play the game.    … Expand
  85. KevySplays
    Nov 3, 2020
    10
    One of the best games ive played in a long time, amazing smooth gameplay, fantastic graphics, great story and really good concept level design, game has multiple levels of enjoyment, if that be playing the game for story, speed running or just to beat your friends times this game is a blast!
  86. Henry11703
    Nov 2, 2020
    9
    Amazing game, if someone reads this I absolutely recommend you to play this game.
  87. KillamanShank1
    Nov 2, 2020
    10
    This game is simply amazing. The controls are excellent. Graphics are brilliant especially with ray tracing. Perfect soundtrack. Very enjoyable to play. I really hope there will be DLCs and a sequel
  88. Maciej1989
    Nov 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I thought I've seen everything in the FPP genre. But Ghostrunner is a complete game changer. Fast gameplay, great music and pulsating emotions that won't let you go away from the TV. Played on Xbox One. Waiting for DLCs and e-sport competitions.… Expand
  89. nekromirek
    Nov 2, 2020
    9
    A great warm-up before entering the cyberpunk world. The game has surprisingly good graphics, is well-balanced, and is not just empty hustle and bustle. For the price of a good indie game, we have a great production aspiring to the AA+/AAA segment! Music and plot create the atmosphere well. The only downside - the number of my deaths and repetitions, the game is quite difficult.
  90. mrxijinping
    Nov 2, 2020
    10
    It's really hard to make a game in which you die like 300 times on one level but it's still not frustrating and provides loads of fun. And Ghostrunner achieved that which is so rare these days. Great, relaxing experience, the learning curve is just about right - each time you think that "yeah it's fine - I can handle this game no problem" the designers throws at you some crazy katanaIt's really hard to make a game in which you die like 300 times on one level but it's still not frustrating and provides loads of fun. And Ghostrunner achieved that which is so rare these days. Great, relaxing experience, the learning curve is just about right - each time you think that "yeah it's fine - I can handle this game no problem" the designers throws at you some crazy katana warriors, giant robots, or other **** that you've never expected.… Expand
  91. twojstary
    Nov 2, 2020
    10
    I love this game the story is awesome not to mention the gameplay and tantalising graphics
  92. radioactivefrog
    Nov 2, 2020
    8
    Great game. will last me till cyberpunk I hope.best thing since doom eternal
  93. garygreen
    Nov 2, 2020
    10
    the best game i play with the best shooting and the great character i play evers
  94. No1Fan
    Nov 2, 2020
    10
    I love this game, gorgeous visuals with fast and exciting gameplay. It really feels like it was made with soul. Game length is pretty short, but the replayablility and price point make up for it.
  95. Lambo442
    Nov 2, 2020
    3
    Amazing music but that's about it. Gameplay is extremely limited and repetitive. Level designs are unrealistic. Why has a city been created whereby you need a special grappling hook to travel around? Dying over and over again gets boring. Just a very soulless experience
  96. Sendleron
    Nov 2, 2020
    9
    A wonderful game! I played this game nonstop even after I finished the story. It’s just so fun to run, climb and slice your way through enemies. The reason I gave this game a 9/10 is because even that l’m aware this game just came out, i want more... i really want more levels, more things to do in this game, i got all the achievements, did all levels without dying, i did every challenge iA wonderful game! I played this game nonstop even after I finished the story. It’s just so fun to run, climb and slice your way through enemies. The reason I gave this game a 9/10 is because even that l’m aware this game just came out, i want more... i really want more levels, more things to do in this game, i got all the achievements, did all levels without dying, i did every challenge i could think of. But it wasn’t enough. I hope that maybe a challenge mode or harder difficulties or level creator or a DLC will come out in the future.… Expand
  97. colbythegeek
    Nov 1, 2020
    8
    This game is a fast as hell action platforming parkour game. Even though this game is hard as hell and makes you die a lot, you always feel like a badass in the end.

    Pros: Great Visuals/Atmosphere Fast Gameplay Decent Story Wide Variety of enemies Generous Checkpoints VERY difficult, but satisfying to beat combat rooms Well hid secrets Great Voice Acting Bosses/boss levels are    This game is a fast as hell action platforming parkour game. Even though this game is hard as hell and makes you die a lot, you always feel like a badass in the end.

    Pros:
    Great Visuals/Atmosphere
    Fast Gameplay
    Decent Story
    Wide Variety of enemies
    Generous Checkpoints
    VERY difficult, but satisfying to beat combat rooms
    Well hid secrets
    Great Voice Acting
    Bosses/boss levels are fun and satisfying

    Cons/nitpicks:
    Unnecessary puzzle levels that are either super easy or stupidly hard
    The collectibles that aren't the sword skins feel useless
    What the actual hell was that laser elevator level? It wasnt even fun it was just annoying. Good luck with it.
    Somewhat repetitive

    No level maker/editor!

    My score: 8/10. While I really enjoyed Ghostrunner, I did feel fatigued by the end of it. The game offers lots of replayability, but I don't really feel the need to go back to any of the levels. The game took me 5 and a half hours to beat, but the length of the game is really going to depend on your skill. I should also mention I played this game with mouse and keyboard and the FOV all the way up, which I think added to the speed of the game. If you want to play an awesome first person parkour cyberninja game, you should consider picking this one up.    … Expand
  98. Addy_
    Nov 1, 2020
    9
    The bad - I don't like the 1 hit and you're dead. But it does feel very satisfying when you finally complete a section after hundreds of deaths. The game could have some more polish on the animations and edges of objects.

    The good - Core gameplay is extremely well done and imaginative. It has an old school platforming feel. Introduction to new abilities and gameplay mechanics is done    The bad - I don't like the 1 hit and you're dead. But it does feel very satisfying when you finally complete a section after hundreds of deaths. The game could have some more polish on the animations and edges of objects.

    The good - Core gameplay is extremely well done and imaginative. It has an old school platforming feel. Introduction to new abilities and gameplay mechanics is done smoothly. Once you get the basic grasp of a new ability in a training section. You are then thrown into a trial by fire to test your skills and imagination to use the ability to it's fullest.

    Lastly I was completely blown away by some of the sequences when learning new abilities. You are taken to essentially a training level designed around the ability. But rather than just a basic rundown and back to the action. The training sections are special and enjoyable in their own way.

    Would definitely recommend this game!    … Expand
  99. SDVoGo
    Nov 1, 2020
    9
    You can feel the distopic cyberpunk in your blood, rushing with the adrenaline in this amazing HYPER-GAME. Your speed is mixed with you logic to create the best way to survive the game and yourself. The rage is behind the corner. Don't let it take over. Finish the game and feel the satisfaction. Deva, thank you to bring us some thing very different
  100. MRX1992
    Nov 1, 2020
    7
    The first boss is 100% garbage, this game is a constant chore to play, dying over and over again is just not funny at all, I was liking it until the first boss, which was one of the worst bosses I have seen in my life. 1 hit kill garbage.
    Other than that **** boss, the game is just beautiful, the scenery is impressive and the graphics quality is insanely good. The controls are so fluid, I    The first boss is 100% garbage, this game is a constant chore to play, dying over and over again is just not funny at all, I was liking it until the first boss, which was one of the worst bosses I have seen in my life. 1 hit kill garbage.
    Other than that **** boss, the game is just beautiful, the scenery is impressive and the graphics quality is insanely good. The controls are so fluid, I am loving it, if it wasn't for that **** crap poorly designed boss and those extremely annoying 1 hit kills. Other bad thing was the saves, ooh come the **** on guys, why the **** there is no save function during a damn level? we gotta wait until the damn level is done to save!! wtf is that!!
    I would have given this amazing game a 9/10 but I had to take away 2 points, 1 for the **** 1° boss and 1 hit kills and another point for the **** fact that there's no save points during a damn stage, what if the game crushes or the power goes out? wtf were this guys thinking!    … Expand
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#52 Best PC Game of 2020
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#21 Most Discussed PC Game of 2020

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 65 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 54 out of 65
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 65
  3. Negative: 0 out of 65
  1. GameGrin
    Sep 13, 2023
    75
    If you know what you're getting into, Ghostrunner will be a great game for you to play. Though, its fast-paced and one-shot gameplay might not be for everyone.
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  2. CD-Action
    Feb 8, 2021
    80
    The easiest way to describe Ghostrunner is to call it an illegitimate child of Hotline Miami and Mirror’s Edge. It fails to match the latter in terms of body awareness, but it makes up for it with well-thought-out, satisfying level design and looks great regardless of whether you’re putting your parkour skills to the test, or slicing enemies with your katana. [13/2020, p.74]
  3. Games.cz
    Jan 15, 2021
    80
    Are you ready to figure out the very limits of your adrenaline tolerance? Then play Ghostrunner, a devilishly difficult action game let down only by its slower platforming portions.
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