Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective

 PlayStation 4
User Score
6.5

Mixed or average reviews- based on 49 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 49
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 49
  3. Negative: 16 out of 49

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  1. Jt0429
    Jul 2, 2023
    8
    Good-
    Fantastic aesthetic which looks exceptionally good in HD. Animations look even smoother thanks to the higher frame rate. Rearranged soundtrack is sharp while maintaining the spirit of the classic. Strong narrative with well-written characters. Possession and puzzle mechanics still feel very solid, even after all these years.
    Bad- Some puzzles can still be frustrating in their    Good-
    Fantastic aesthetic which looks exceptionally good in HD. Animations look even smoother thanks to the higher frame rate. Rearranged soundtrack is sharp while maintaining the spirit of the classic. Strong narrative with well-written characters. Possession and puzzle mechanics still feel very solid, even after all these years.

    Bad-
    Some puzzles can still be frustrating in their trial-and-error, especially when you need to rewind to previous save points (which disrupts the otherwise great pacing). Not much replay value after finishing the story. Additional features like Challenges and Ghost Puzzles don't add much.

    Thoughts-
    Even with its nags and quirks, Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective is a great experience. The narrative is genuinely enthralling, deftly mixing tension and levity, and the characters are a blast. The gameplay is intriguing, with some fun mechanics, even if the experimentation factor is limited. The revamped visuals and rearranged soundtrack help bring it alive, adding even more to an already charming experience.

    It’s still the same game, and I can’t help but want a sequel that further builds on these mechanics and explores them in brand-new ways (perhaps on a larger scale). However, for now, Ghost Trick is worth checking out, whether you’re a new player or a fan of the original.    … Expand
  2. Awkylold
    Jul 4, 2023
    10
    I enjoyed this game on the Nintendo DS back then, and enjoyed it even more now. Updated visuals and an orchestrated soundtrack (with an option to switch to the original), An art gallery that unlocks as you progress through the game, and a good story with likeable characters. It is well worth it!
    Only cons I would say are having no physical release outside of Japan, and not having an    I enjoyed this game on the Nintendo DS back then, and enjoyed it even more now. Updated visuals and an orchestrated soundtrack (with an option to switch to the original), An art gallery that unlocks as you progress through the game, and a good story with likeable characters. It is well worth it!
    Only cons I would say are having no physical release outside of Japan, and not having an optional 16:9 mode like the Onimusha remaster. But I think it was kept in 4:3 only for narrative reasons. Also the framerate is inconsistant with no way to change it on the Switch version.    … Expand
  3. frederik1478
    Jul 19, 2023
    9
    This is so an amazing game. It's so sad. It has been stuck on the DS for so long, but I'm so happy we can now play it on our new systems.

    The story is one Hill of a rush you just go through so many emotions and fist and turns into story but the characters are so likeable that you are just sitting at the edge of your seat. I love the art style so much. It's so stylish, and it's so good    This is so an amazing game. It's so sad. It has been stuck on the DS for so long, but I'm so happy we can now play it on our new systems.

    The story is one Hill of a rush you just go through so many emotions and fist and turns into story but the characters are so likeable that you are just sitting at the edge of your seat.

    I love the art style so much. It's so stylish, and it's so good puting characters on show just by looking at them.

    The puzzles are really fun and good and the way you have to think about time and place is the best part of it and just the event of ways to get the s*** done.

    One of the best puzzle games with one of the most lovable set of characters, it is truly amazing, please play it.    … Expand

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Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 32 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 32
  3. Negative: 0 out of 32
  1. PLAY
    Sep 17, 2023
    90
    First-class puzzling that feels like little else, beautifully presented, wonderfully planned, and with a gripping story to boot. Don’t let this case grow cold. [Issue#30, p.92]
  2. GameCritics
    Jul 27, 2023
    95
    Ghost Trick is a game where every fantastic detail comes together to make something even greater than the sum of its parts — and those parts are plenty great on their own. This is an experience worth checking out for just about anyone, and with a modest price tag and a free demo, there’s absolutely no excuse to pass.
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  3. MeuPlayStation
    Jul 25, 2023
    75
    Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective is an intelligent puzzle game that brings considerable improvements compared to the Nintendo DS version, especially in the visuals. Unfortunately, Capcom fell short in providing additional content. With unappealing modes and narrative linearity, Ghost Trick offers fans only a few reasons to revisit or stay engaged.
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