Ghost Case

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Ghost case is a horror adventure game.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 5,758 reviews

story839 positive mentions

monetization98 negative mentions

The game has an engaging storyline that connects well with previous games in the series.
Puzzles are challenging yet solvable, providing a satisfying experience.
The graphics and art style are visually appealing, enhancing the overall gameplay.

Some puzzles, particularly the music-based ones, can be inaccessible for players with hearing difficulties.
There are occasional bugs that prevent progress, such as unresponsive puzzles.
The game can be completed relatively quickly, leaving players wanting more content.

story
1,292 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is widely praised for its intricate and engaging narrative, featuring numerous twists and connections to previous titles in the series, which enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the depth of character development and the emotional weight of the storyline, often expressing excitement for future installments. While some puzzles can be challenging, they are generally seen as well-integrated into the storytelling, making for a satisfying gameplay experience.
- “With the addition of new locations and a well-crafted story, you can't go wrong with downloading this masterpiece.”
- “The storyline that subtly goes from game to game is addictive and amazing. Some of the puzzles are pretty confusing, but I love how much there was to the game.”
- “The story is captivating, especially if you have played the previous games. It ties together beautifully and keeps you engaged throughout.”
- “I was a little disappointed with the plot of the story. I solved the case but that was not the ending I was looking for... the puzzles were entertaining.”
- “I really enjoyed the complexity and creativity, especially with the linking storyline between the different games.”
- “I think that there just should be put some guidance to which game to play first so the game would have more meaning and follow the story.”
graphics
187 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
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The graphics of the game have been widely praised for their beautiful and unique art style, often described as cartoonish and easy on the eyes, which enhances the overall relaxing experience. Many reviewers noted the smooth animations and attention to detail, contributing to a captivating atmosphere that complements the engaging storyline and challenging puzzles. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, with players appreciating the aesthetic appeal and how it ties into the game's narrative.
- “The cartoonish graphics in muted colors are easy on the eye, making this game relaxing in comparison to some graphically overloaded games.”
- “The art style is amazing and the music is great; there is a storyline and even a plot twist.”
- “The graphics are easy on the eyes and you can easily see the necessary details.”
- “Graphics for some puzzles were a bit too small/hard to discern.”
- “Could have been a 5-star but they forgot it's a mobile game; graphics and sound differ, hence clues won't make sense.”
- “The artwork is fine but tapping on everything is really tedious and boring.”
monetization
114 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game primarily revolves around optional ads that players can watch for hints, which are generally described as short and non-intrusive. Many users appreciate the minimal presence of ads, noting that they are not forced upon players and do not disrupt gameplay, while some express a desire for a paid option to remove ads entirely. Overall, the monetization approach is seen as fair and reasonable, enhancing rather than detracting from the gaming experience.
- “This game and the other ones connected to it are pretty entertaining; you don't have to buy anything, there's no in-app purchases. If you get stuck, all you have to do is watch a quick advertisement and you are given a hint.”
- “Love the game, love the plot, the puzzles are challenging but not frustrating, no ads unless you choose to watch them for a hint, the art is lovely.”
- “Fantastic puzzle escape games with no in-game purchases, in an interconnected story.”
- “I wish there was a paid option to remove ads and there was more to do and investigate during the interrogations.”
- “Love all the stuff from this developer, but wish there was an ad-free version; I would rather pay than have to watch both random and hint forced ads.”
- “Exclusively made to be so obtuse that you'll give up and watch ads for hints.”
music
87 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and ability to enhance the atmosphere, with many players enjoying the haunting and engaging soundtracks. However, several users expressed frustration with musical puzzles, particularly those requiring musical knowledge, which can detract from the overall experience for players who are tone-deaf or lack musical skills. Despite this, the combination of music, art, and storytelling is often highlighted as a strong point of the game.
- “The storyline, the simple creepy jump scares, the controls, the logic, and especially the haunting music - it was by far one of the most satisfying games I've played in recent times!”
- “Great art style, perfect eerie music and fun puzzles, what more could you want.”
- “The music was engaging 10/10”
- “As someone completely tone deaf, putting musical puzzles really sucks.”
- “Don't put musical puzzles in your games; this is so bad. Not everyone can understand the musical notes, and it's so frustrating.”
- “The only discomfort was a music puzzle - you cannot play it without sound.”
gameplay
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is widely praised for its smooth mechanics, engaging puzzles, and captivating storyline, making it enjoyable for players. While many appreciate the linear progression through various locations, some find the puzzles challenging yet manageable. Overall, the combination of beautiful art style and interconnected narratives enhances the gaming experience, though a few users noted areas for improvement.
- “The art is beautiful, the gameplay features were amazing, at least for me since I love point-and-click games and the story was good enough that I finished this in one sitting and got sad when I finished it.”
- “Absolutely fantastic, the storyline is full of life, and the gameplay is fun yet exciting.”
- “The gameplay was easy to follow and it's hard enough to make you think but easy enough that you're able to solve it.”
- “They are stuck in between gameplay.”
- “Gameplay has continued to evolve, for better (if you enjoy a slightly less cliché room escape experience) or for worse (if you don't).”
- “Seeing gameplay on YouTube and then trying to solve the puzzle will not work.”
emotional
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players consistently highlight the emotional depth of the game, noting its touching story, nostalgic elements, and heartwarming endings that evoke strong feelings, including tears. The connection to the characters and the unfolding narrative creates a sense of intimacy, making players feel as if they are personally involved in solving the cases. Overall, the game is praised for its ability to elicit genuine emotional responses, leaving a lasting impact on those who play it.
- “I've never been emotional after playing any game, but the story, music, and each piece of evidence connect you to the victim's spirit.”
- “Never have I ever felt so emotional about a game. Each and every story is so good, as if you yourself are solving the case. Let me cry! 😭😭😭😭”
- “Loved the story as well; it actually left me emotional at the end.”
atmosphere
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its haunting and creepy qualities, enhanced by beautiful graphics and evocative music. Reviewers appreciate how the atmosphere complements the storytelling and puzzles, creating an immersive experience that captivates players. Overall, the combination of unsettling ambiance and engaging art style contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The haunting atmosphere was really enjoyable.”
- “Great game as always, beautiful graphics, atmosphere and music.”
- “Fantastic games with good stories, fun yet challenging puzzles and a creepy atmosphere!”
- “The games that Dark Dome has released have challenging puzzles, a well-drawn art style, and music that creates an eerie atmosphere, and this app game is no different.”
- “Fantastic games with good stories, fun yet challenging puzzles, and a creepy atmosphere!”
- “I love the ambience, especially the storyline.”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent bugs and glitches that lead to freezing, particularly during critical moments like saving and entering phone numbers. While some players enjoyed the gameplay, the recurring issues have made it frustrating and, in some cases, unplayable, prompting complaints about having to restart the game multiple times. Overall, the game's stability is a significant concern for many users.
- “There were no glitches or times I was stuck for what to do.”
- “The game ran smoothly without any crashes or interruptions.”
- “I experienced consistent performance throughout my playthrough.”
- “This game is the most fun besides nowhere house in my opinion, except there's a lot of bugs and glitches that can force you to start over.”
- “There are some bugs when the screen just freezes when saving in cut scenes, which is why you have to re-enter the game.”
- “Was good but became unplayable due to the screen freezing each time the character talks; the back button freezes the screen, so I got tired of having to exit and start again.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game's grinding aspect to be a mixed experience; while the overall gameplay is engaging and well-narrated, the repetitive task of tapping on everything can become tedious and detracts from the enjoyment.
- “The artwork is fine, but tapping on everything is really tedious and boring.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the character development for its perfect integration with the storyline and appealing character designs, highlighting that the characters contribute positively to the overall experience without being overly frightening.
- “The storyline, character designs, and everything about the game are perfect, in my opinion.”
- “Not too scary, with cool stories and solvable puzzles, and I absolutely love the character design!”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by unexpected and clever references, such as the amusing interaction between a flute and a snake, which players found particularly funny due to its coincidental alignment with lyrics about a "hole in the wall." This blend of absurdity and clever wordplay contributes to a lighthearted and entertaining experience.
- “No need for explanations - also the flute and snake thing was hilarious! I don't know if it's the same for everyone, but mine played that one song that goes 'there's a place downtown where the freaks all come around.' It's funnier that the snake was in a hole in the wall, and the next line says 'it's a hole in the wall, it's a dirty free for all.' I'm dying, and I don't even know if it was on purpose.”
- “Funny thing is, all of them came back to the same witch.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the intertwining storylines and engaging puzzles, which enhance the game's replayability by encouraging exploration of different narrative paths and puzzle-solving strategies.
- “I love the storyline and how some of the games intertwine; it makes it interesting and the puzzles are engaging.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more; every playthrough feels fresh.”
- “With multiple endings and hidden secrets, each run offers a new experience that keeps me hooked.”