Ghostrunner

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 600 Ratings

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  1. Fristo
    Oct 28, 2020
    10
    Insane graphics, perfect level design, smooth movement and gameplay. 1 hit 1 kill mechanics which makes playing a real challenge even for Dark Souls or Hotline Miami fans. 10/10 cannot expect more from this type of game. Runs very well on PC, decently optimized.
  2. Lemon-_-
    Nov 1, 2020
    7
    I rather liked the game, the music is very cool it blends with the game, however the only problem is that the developers didn't put any save points, so when you start a level YOU MUST FINISH IT!
  3. 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.
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. Jimmyp
    Oct 31, 2020
    9
    An absolute Gem of Gameplay and game design. I simply never felt so much of a ninja in any other games before. the whole one shot kill can detract some , but when you understand that the objective is not just to tackle the levels, but to tackle them with style, the game gains a whole other level of deepness.

    The art direction is also pretty well done.

    I absolutly loved this game.
  7. Murtaugh
    Nov 1, 2020
    9
    The game is well made, have a smooth gameplay and love the 1 hit 1 kill mechanics. Ghostrunner would be better if there are save files per checkpoints. Because sometimes for people like me, I don't have the time to complete the whole level. So I have to play this game only when I have 30 minutes to 1 hour free time. I'm looking forward to see the save files feature in the future.
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. Losiu
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    The game has a great vibe, it's very fast, but also very difficult (at least for me). I recommend it to those who like quick action and difficult challenges.
  12. The_worsT
    Oct 29, 2020
    10
    Оценка критиков вполне объективная, в игре хорошо, но не идеально(что важно) работает паркур, отличное музыкальное сопровождение, прекрасный дизайн уровней, так что запутаться тут довольно сложно, кибербездна, некий полигон для обучения навыкой, напоминает то, как в observer протагонист шарился в головах, только вместо хоррорной составляющей тут довольно простые и интуитивно понятныеОценка критиков вполне объективная, в игре хорошо, но не идеально(что важно) работает паркур, отличное музыкальное сопровождение, прекрасный дизайн уровней, так что запутаться тут довольно сложно, кибербездна, некий полигон для обучения навыкой, напоминает то, как в observer протагонист шарился в головах, только вместо хоррорной составляющей тут довольно простые и интуитивно понятные головоломки, без лишнего, сюжет, как в хотлайне, не является главным и чем то невероятным, но назвать его плохим не могу, боссы вписываются в концепцию игры. Кастомизация обычная, раскраски на катану можно найти как предмет спрятанный на уровне,с помощью перка найти их будет легко. По сути игра на любителя, для своего жанра очень даже, но для ценителей неспешного геймплея не зайдет. Игра не на 10, можно найти изъяны и придраться к некоторым вещам, например к хитбоксам или управлению, но т.к. у приматов не хватает интеллекта пройти пару уровней не сдохнув 1000+ раз и после этого они бегут ставить 0 за "рандомный" (в игре абсолютно ни на что не влияет рандом) геймплей, то для баланса поставил 10.… Expand
  13. Dottyexpert
    Nov 1, 2020
    5
    The worst difficulty of a video game. the difficulty instead of being entertaining and fun the only thing it does is frustrate you, and a nonsense was that 1-shot enemies kill you. The game itself is good but it has a horrible difficulty and the controls felt exaggeratedly fast, I don't think I don't like the fast controls like warfreme but in this game you need to have reflexes like a **** ninja
  14. 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
  15. 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
  16. GingyYT
    Oct 28, 2020
    9
    Ghostrunner puts the player in the perspective of a confused robot. You the ghostrunner don't know anything that has happened so you and the character learn things at the same time. The story has a fantastic conclusion and a really in-depth environment when looking at the collectibles and pairing with the story information. The campaign has a small run time, getting upward to 6 hours on myGhostrunner puts the player in the perspective of a confused robot. You the ghostrunner don't know anything that has happened so you and the character learn things at the same time. The story has a fantastic conclusion and a really in-depth environment when looking at the collectibles and pairing with the story information. The campaign has a small run time, getting upward to 6 hours on my first try but the game encourages the player to improve but showing their level timer and death counter, should the player want to improve their score the tools are all there.

    The combat is fast-paced and while difficult it's not impossible, enemies are introduced in a long enough distance between them that they aren't throwing 2-3 enemies at one time and are expected to handle all that new info all at once. My only issue currently is the slight combat delay other players have experienced and the mantling. Sometimes when you click to swing it won't swing or will swing later than when you clicked. This didn't happen all the time but it was still frustrating. The mantling was definitely an issue in certain sections but overall not bad.

    Ghostrunner is a unique game I see myself playing over and over again and will be definitely anticipating its future DLC and updates should the game receive any.    … Expand
  17. Mtmike87
    Oct 29, 2020
    10
    Gorgeous game, and as a lifelong gamer, you get used to a certain level of passable difficulty. I appreciate that I'm not being coddled, and passing each checkpoint is incredibly rewarding
  18. felippefms
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    This game is the sweet hug of 2020, PERFECT JOB, I hope Level Editor but the game is heaven.
  19. 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.
  20. 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
  21. Black7
    Dec 8, 2020
    10
    Неожиданный шедевр, очень понравилась игра.
    Графений - 10/10, саунд - 10/10, горящая жеппа - 10/10
  22. 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.
  23. Gohax
    Oct 29, 2020
    9
    ghost runner is a cyberpunk themed action fps game where you play as a ninja cyborg with special abilities and a sword as your main weapon

    pros: the games looks stunning the level designer deserves high praise for the beautiful built maps sound and music is really good the game play is smooth and fun there are multiple ways to complete an area but you really need to watch    ghost runner is a cyberpunk themed action fps game where you play as a ninja cyborg with special abilities and a sword as your main weapon

    pros:

    the games looks stunning

    the level designer deserves high praise for the beautiful built maps

    sound and music is really good

    the game play is smooth and fun

    there are multiple ways to complete an area but you really need to watch yourself because one hit will kill you and you'll start the whole thing all over again

    there is some replay value in the game if you want to better your time of completing the level

    there are leader boards so you can compete against your friends and see who died more and who finished the level first

    cons:

    the only bad thing i can say about this game is that its really short it only took me about 5 hours to complete it and at the end i wanted so much more

    in conclusion this game was a blast to play plus it had a layer of difficulty so i had some hard time with it in a good way my only problem with it is again the short amount of time it takes to finish it which bring me to my final score which is a 9 out of 10 i really recommend this game    … Expand
  24. terabity1987
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    MAGIC, MAGIC, MAGIC gameplay, music, story, and style. I hightly recommend this game.
  25. 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
  26. Masler
    Oct 28, 2020
    10
    I get what I wanted. Game is fast and sometimes make me furious because it's hard (one shot, one kill). Anyway I really enjoyed. I can recommend this game for everyone who like to play kinda like Hotline Miami but in 3D. Music, graphic and mechanic are the biggest plus, story is just good but not awesome.
  27. Czepski
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    First of all - it's addictive as hell! Dynamic like hotline miami and mirrors edge had a baby. Love it
  28. 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...
  29. 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
  30. 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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Metascore
81

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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