Ghostrunner

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  • Summary: Ghostrunner is a hardcore FPP slasher packed with lightning-fast action, set in a grim, cyberpunk megastructure. Climb Dharma Tower, humanity's last shelter, after a world-ending cataclysm. Make your way up from the bottom to the top, confront the tyrannical Keymaster, and take your revenge.
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. KeenGamer
    Jul 31, 2023
    90
    Ghostrunner is one of the most polished, gameplay-focused experiences in the cyberpunk genre. It is more than an enjoyable and decent challenge, especially if you're an avid gamer. If you die, it is 100% your fault, so you must try every single strategy that comes to your mind to break the loop. But once you master all the elements of the game's combat, it becomes very satisfying. And I think that's the peak, priceless moment of this amazing game.
  2. Finger Guns
    Oct 15, 2021
    90
    It may have a half-baked premise, but don’t let that put you off of Ghostrunner. The gameplay far outweighs it, and once you get your head in the game, it’s so utterly rewarding. Hard, yes, but oh so incredible when you grasp it. Lose yourself in the visuals and synthwave as you rise to the top.
  3. PlayStation Universe
    Oct 20, 2021
    85
    I found joy in Ghostrunner where some would find frustration. The precision that is needed to meander through waves of enemies and platforming challenges sometimes seems overwhelming. However, when you finally overcome that tricky section you have been dying over and over on for a while, the feeling is magnificent. The PlayStation 5 updates really enhance Ghostrunner, especially the Dualsense controller, I do feel this is the best place to play this unique title.
  4. Screen Rant
    Oct 4, 2021
    80
    While the fast loading times and updated graphics show off the beauty of Dharma City's neon-grunge aesthetic and keep players in the action, it's ultimately the same experience. Screen Rant's first Ghostrunner review perfectly sums up the PS5 version's experience, in that it's "Sometimes Fast, Sometimes Slow." Ghostrunner is a great game that provides a proper adrenaline rush when everything works as intended, but those hoping for any significant changes in this next-gen version will be disappointed.
  5. BaziCenter
    Nov 7, 2021
    80
    The new Ghostrunner game can be a pain in the stomach sometimes, but at the same time it's one of the most unique first person action games that offers tons of fast-paced, fun gameplay.
  6. Merlin'in Kazanı (Turkey)
    Oct 11, 2021
    80
    Ghostrunner offers a nice cyberpunk adventure for patient players with it's fast action and next generation updates. It's not for every player, but it's definitely an experience that should be tried.
  7. Hey Poor Player
    Oct 7, 2021
    60
    At its best, Ghostrunner provides truly thrilling action that feels alive. Rough level design and a few too many mechanics that don’t always fit together get in the way a little too often, though. There are definitely players looking for just what Ghostrunner offers, but they won’t find a smooth ride.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 32
  3. Negative: 9 out of 32
  1. AdrikD
    May 25, 2023
    10
    I have been playing video games for 5 years now. Despite this, I can say without a doubt that this is my favorite game ever. Thank you developers!
  2. Faust2016
    Apr 11, 2022
    9
    Very fast paced. Good challenge, sometimes frustrating, always rewarding. Nice tunes. Only disliked some of the Cybervoid puzzle parts. TheyVery fast paced. Good challenge, sometimes frustrating, always rewarding. Nice tunes. Only disliked some of the Cybervoid puzzle parts. They slow the game down too much.… Expand
  4. ihearthawthats
    Jul 18, 2022
    8
    Hours Played: 10 Hours
    Trophy Completion: 34/34 PLATINUM
    Worth My Time: Yes, it's short. Worth My Money: Yes, it's included with PS+    Hours Played: 10 Hours
    Trophy Completion: 34/34 PLATINUM

    Worth My Time: Yes, it's short.
    Worth My Money: Yes, it's included with PS+ Extra.

    What I Like: Has tons of style, but also substance. The mechanics are really tight. Chaining moves together is so satisfying. As far as PS5 ports go, it's one of the few games so far that has a good ray tracing mode, but I still prefer the 120FPS mode.

    What I Dislike: AI can display erratic behaviour sometimes which can be frustrating, even with the instant respawn. Not the biggest fan of the skill system. Boss fights are extremely underwhelming. Quite a short game with a predictable story and anticlimactic ending.

    How It Stacks Up: I like it more than Mirror's Edge, which was about momentum and puzzle solving. This game is more about precision platforming and optimizing routes. It is a mix between Mirror's Edge and games like Super Meat Boy. In terms of ports of PS4 games go, this one is quite good and benefits greatly from the increased performance. Worth checking out since it's included in PS+ Extra and is a small download. You'll know after the first 30 mins whether you'll like it enough to see through the 7 hours it takes to beat the game.    … Expand
  5. Daniel0809
    Nov 27, 2021
    7
    Addictive! Very hard, one shot and your dead game which I dislike. Once you get the controls down it gets intense. Completing a run is veryAddictive! Very hard, one shot and your dead game which I dislike. Once you get the controls down it gets intense. Completing a run is very fulfilling and it might take 50-100 trys but when you complete something in this game it feels great. Im running my game on performance mode and have not had 1 issue. Great music also.… Expand
  6. Blanker
    Apr 24, 2022
    6
    Worst control experience, even making me feel motion sickness (which never happened before)...
  7. OutlawTX
    Jul 23, 2022
    3
    This is like the Titanfall 2 time trial if it wasn’t good. Wonky feeling controls as you wall run, jump, bullet dodge (one hit and you’reThis is like the Titanfall 2 time trial if it wasn’t good. Wonky feeling controls as you wall run, jump, bullet dodge (one hit and you’re dead) and slash your way through levels you have to memorize in order to get through. Thank God I didn’t pay for this. I deleted it from my system after 15 minutes.… Expand
  8. Alijf
    Jun 10, 2023
    0
    This worthless game is so hard that you can't even skip its steps, don't buy it at all and it's not worth playing.

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