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"Ghost at Dawn" is a survival horror game that pays homage to 90's classics. Explore an abandoned hotel, solve puzzles, and face supernatural entities while managing your resources to maintain sanity. With randomized elements, multiple endings, and unlockable content, each playthrough tells a unique disturbing detective noir story. Permadeath and autosave features add intensity to the gameplay. *Note: The character count for this summary is 213 characters, including spaces.

GHOST at DAWN screenshot
GHOST at DAWN screenshot
GHOST at DAWN screenshot
GHOST at DAWN screenshot
GHOST at DAWN screenshot
GHOST at DAWN screenshot
GHOST at DAWN screenshot
GHOST at DAWN screenshot
GHOST at DAWN screenshot
GHOST at DAWN screenshot
GHOST at DAWN screenshot
+7

88%
Audience ScoreBased on 82 reviews
story12 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions

  • The game successfully captures the essence of classic survival horror, reminiscent of titles like Resident Evil and Silent Hill, with a compelling atmosphere and engaging story.
  • The developer is highly responsive and dedicated to improving the game, quickly addressing bugs and incorporating player feedback, which enhances the overall experience.
  • The unique sanity mechanic and permadeath feature add a layer of tension and strategy, making players think critically about their actions and resource management.
  • Combat mechanics are often frustrating, with unavoidable damage and a lack of enemy variety, leading to repetitive gameplay that can detract from the experience.
  • The sound mixing is inconsistent, with some audio elements being too quiet while others are excessively loud, which can disrupt immersion.
  • The game can feel punishing due to instant kills and limited resources, which may alienate players who prefer a more forgiving gameplay experience.
  • story
    40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is described as a dark and compelling narrative that tackles heavy themes such as human trafficking and trauma, making it both intense and thought-provoking. Players appreciate the well-executed storytelling, which is conveyed through environmental clues and notes, and many find it to be a masterpiece despite its unsettling content. Overall, it is recommended for those who enjoy story-driven experiences, though potential players should be aware of its sensitive subject matter.

    • “The story is a masterpiece.”
    • “But it is this deep raw content that makes it such a compelling story.”
    • “The story is well written and the gameplay is well done.”
    • “One big content warning about this game: the story isn't really in your face but the game is about human trafficking and a pedophile, so obviously you have to decide if that is something you're willing to experience.”
    • “The story might be a little intense for some as it deals with traumatic experiences, but I think it was well done and does a good job of tackling it without crossing the line. However, that's subjective, so others may have a different opinion.”
    • “One thing I wasn't prepared for was the story... the story is sad!”
  • gameplay
    38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the nostalgic mechanics reminiscent of classic survival horror titles like Resident Evil, while others criticize the repetitive nature of combat and the frustration caused by random enemy spawns. The permadeath feature adds tension, but can lead to unfair deaths, detracting from the overall experience. However, the inventory system and map layout are praised for their smooth functionality and simplicity, contributing to a fun, albeit short, gameplay experience.

    • “The inventory mechanics are well done, and the items you pick up interact well when they are used in the right place (e.g., keys to locked doors - you don't have to constantly click on the key then the door and back and forth... smooth, I tell you!).”
    • “One thing I really liked is that realistically, even if you ran out of bullets and needed to go into a room with a ghost, you still could. You would get penalized by the sanity mechanic, but it meant no ammo isn't game over!”
    • “Such gameplay may put some players off (don’t let it, seriously), but for me, it was perfection.”
    • “I love survival horror, but this game's gameplay sucks, really bad.”
    • “The gameplay is this: walk into a new room, instantly start taking unavoidable damage, shoot, swap target, repeat until all enemies are dead.”
    • “I’ve mentioned before that I’m not the biggest fan of the permadeath mechanic, so when I realized that Ghost at Dawn incorporated this, I really was on edge.”
  • graphics
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning visuals and unique art style, blending anime and film-noir aesthetics to create a creepy and atmospheric experience. Players appreciate the expressive character designs and the overall execution, which enhances the survival horror elements. The combination of beautiful graphics and a captivating soundtrack contributes to a nearly perfect presentation.

    • “The graphics, aesthetics, and classic survival horror design make for a very creepy experience.”
    • “Graphically, this game is beyond stunning.”
    • “Graphically, it’s beautiful and atmospheric, which is only added to by the absolutely stunning soundtrack.”
    • “The visuals are underwhelming and lack detail.”
    • “The graphics feel outdated and do not meet modern standards.”
    • “The art style is inconsistent and detracts from the overall experience.”
  • music
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its eerie and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the overall experience and complementing the horror elements effectively. Players appreciate the unique compositions, including a standout ghost jazz band, although some feel the abundance of tracks can detract from immersion. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant strength, contributing to the game's tension and emotional depth.

    • “The music is great and eerie, which I feel adds to the whole vibe.”
    • “Graphically it’s beautiful and atmospheric, which is only added to by the absolutely stunning soundtrack.”
    • “Almost too many unique songs for each map kind of takes away from the ability to enjoy them while playing.”
    • “A horror game’s music is supposed to add to the fear, make the player feel on edge and the hairs on the back of their neck stand up.”
    • “The music, self-composed by the developer, seeks only to reverberate the rich array of moods behind the already personality-laden places.”
  • atmosphere
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its stunning visuals, gorgeous color palette, and cinematic camera angles, creating an immersive experience that captivates players from the outset. It effectively establishes a creepy, spine-chilling ambiance filled with jump scares and survival horror elements, complemented by a beautiful soundtrack. Overall, the atmosphere is considered the game's standout feature, enhancing both the tension and engagement throughout gameplay.

    • “The scenery is incredibly atmospheric, the color palette is gorgeous, and the camera angles are incredible cinematic experiences.”
    • “Graphically it’s beautiful and atmospheric, which is only added to by the absolutely stunning soundtrack.”
    • “The atmosphere is the selling point of the game.”
    • “It oozes the same survival horror vibes, from the spine-chilling atmosphere to resource scarcity.”
  • replayability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game boasts multiple endings, significantly enhancing its replayability and overall value, with many users rating it highly for this feature. This aspect ensures that players are encouraged to revisit the game to explore different outcomes.

    • “The game has multiple endings, which adds replayability to its value. It's a solid 9/10!”
    • “There are multiple endings, which means there is great replay value!”
    • “There are multiple endings, which means there is some replay value.”
    • “You cannot beat a game with replay value, that's for sure.”
  • character development
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is highly praised for its exceptional design, with many characters inspired by real individuals known to the developers. The anime-style aesthetics are beautifully rendered, contributing to a visually striking and engaging cast.

    • “The character design is off the charts cool, especially as many (if not all) are based on real people known by the developers.”
    • “The character designs are very anime and beautifully rendered.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game effectively balances humor and horror, creating a unique experience that appeals to fans of classic survival horror titles like Resident Evil and Silent Hill. Reviewers highly recommend it for its clever integration of comedic elements within a tense atmosphere.

    • “Amazing survival horror with just the perfect balance between humor and horror, highly recommended if you're a fan of classic survival horrors like Resident Evil and Silent Hill.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, users report that the game exhibits minor glitches, indicating that while it is generally stable, there are occasional issues that may affect the experience.

    • “There are still some minor glitches.”
    • “There are still some minor glitches.”
    • “There are still some minor glitches.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly in relation to storage management, which adds an extra layer of complexity beyond typical inventory systems.

    • “The storage is a bit more tedious than just a regular management situation.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players have reported a noticeable decline in performance since the game's original release, attributing this to recent design choices made by the developers. Many express disappointment, as they previously experienced smooth gameplay without issues.

    • “Honestly, I never had any of these performance issues before its original release, so it saddens me to say that whatever design choices the devs have made or implemented, at least for me, have made the game run significantly worse.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted through a poignant narrative, where a character expresses deep frustration and sorrow over the lack of attention given to her sister's disappearance, emphasizing the weight of personal loss and the struggle for validation in a time of crisis.

    • “The latter, as she’s detailed in her heartfelt letter, claims no one is taking the disappearance of her sister seriously, who was last seen at the place in question.”

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3h Median play time
3h Average play time
2-3h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

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