Ghost Croquet

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Ghost Croquet is a single player and multiplayer arcade platformer game. It was developed by ampersandbear and was released on January 25, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

A hardcore multiplayer platformer about a lone hero and treacherous monsters controlled by the other players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

music6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features an interesting and fresh asynchronous multiplayer mechanic that adds a unique twist to gameplay.
It has a charming pixel art style and a nostalgic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
The level editor is user-friendly and supports community-created content, providing endless replayability.

The default controls can be inconvenient, especially for players accustomed to gamepad layouts.
The color scheme of all characters being the same can be confusing, particularly for new players unfamiliar with the mechanics.
Some gameplay elements, like the random level order in arcade mode, can hinder the sense of progress and challenge in single-player mode.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as addictive and fresh, featuring unique asynchronous multiplayer mechanics that stand out in the genre. However, the uniform color scheme of all characters can be initially confusing, and some players noted a steep entry threshold and underdeveloped multiplayer features that may hinder broader appeal. Overall, the game's stylized graphics and music contribute to an 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 that are 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.”
- “Interesting async versus multiplayer, feels quite fresh; I can't remember a game with such mechanics.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, with many users describing it as beautiful and nostalgic, contributing significantly to the overall experience. The soundtrack enhances the gameplay, making it addictive and enjoyable, with several reviewers expressing a strong desire to replay the game.
- “The soundtrack is also nice; it gives me some feelings of nostalgia.”
- “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.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are highly praised for their appealing art style and stylish presentation, contributing to an overall enjoyable gaming experience. Players find the visuals to be a standout feature that enhances the addictive gameplay and immersive atmosphere.
- “The gameplay is addicting, the graphics are very nicely stylized, the music is amazing, and altogether this game is a blast.”
- “I like the art style of this game.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express a desire for a structured "story mode" that provides a sense of progression through levels, as the current "arcade mode" lacks this narrative depth.
- “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.”