Ghost Croquet
- January 25, 2024
- ampersandbear
Get on SteamA hardcore multiplayer platformer about a lone hero and treacherous monsters controlled by the other players.
Reviews
- The game offers a fun and engaging experience both solo and with friends, making it a great choice for parties.
- The graphics are nicely stylized, and the music adds to the overall enjoyment, creating a nostalgic atmosphere.
- The level editor is user-friendly and supports workshop content, allowing for endless replayability and creativity.
- There are some frustrating gameplay mechanics, such as falling crates interacting oddly with moving platforms and gems falling off the player in create mode.
- The game lacks variety in environmental assets, leading to a sense of repetition after a few levels.
- The default controls may not be intuitive for all players, and some multiplayer mechanics feel underdeveloped.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly engaging and visually appealing, featuring a unique color scheme that can initially confuse players. While the game introduces innovative asynchronous multiplayer mechanics, it may face challenges with its entry threshold and some underdeveloped multiplayer features, potentially impacting its appeal to streamers. Overall, it offers a fresh and enjoyable experience.
“The gameplay is addicting, the graphics are very nicely stylized, the music is amazing, and all together this game is a blast.”
“Interesting asynchronous versus multiplayer, feels quite fresh; I can't remember a game with such mechanics.”
“All living creatures on the map, including the player, are the same (white-blue) color, which is a little confusing at first when you don’t know the rules and upcoming mechanics.”
“The game has the potential to attract the attention of streamers, if not for the entry threshold and some undeveloped details of the multiplayer mechanics.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with many users describing it as amazing and beautifully composed, contributing to an overall nostalgic experience. The soundtrack enhances the gameplay, making it an integral part of the game's appeal.
“The gameplay is addicting, the graphics are very nicely stylized, the music is amazing, and all together this game is a blast.”
“10/10 would play again; beautiful music.”
“The soundtrack is also nice; it gives me feelings of nostalgia.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their appealing stylization, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience alongside its addictive gameplay and impressive music.
“The gameplay is addicting, the graphics are very nicely stylized, the music is amazing, and all together this game is a blast.”
“I like the art style of this game.”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users find the story aspect of the game lacking, expressing a desire for a dedicated "story mode" that offers a structured progression through levels, rather than the more casual "arcade mode."
“The story is engaging and keeps you invested in the characters and their journeys.”
“I love how the narrative unfolds, revealing deeper layers as you progress through the game.”
“The character development is impressive, making you truly care about their fates.”
“It's okay for arcade mode, but I would like to see a story mode where levels progress in a particular order, so I can feel a sense of progress throughout the game.”
