Ghost Files: The Face of Guilt

69%
Game Brain Score Based on 173 reviews
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In "Ghost Files: The Face of Guilt" , play as Detective Emily Meyer to solve a series of mysterious homicides in Boston. Gather evidence, solve riddles, and follow the trail of the suspect known as "The Guilty Man." But when your investigation takes an unexpected turn to the afterlife, will your detective skills be enough to help you survive? NO RELEASE DATE OR DEVELOPER/PUBLISHER INFORMATION AVAILABLE.

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Reviews

69%
Audience ScoreBased on 173 reviews
story47 positive mentions
stability5 negative mentions
  • Varied puzzles and hidden object scenes that provide a decent challenge.
  • Good graphics and sound design, creating an engaging atmosphere.
  • Interesting premise with a mix of detective work and supernatural elements.
  • The story is convoluted and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay invested.
  • Many puzzles and hidden object scenes are overly simplistic and repetitive.
  • Technical issues such as unresponsive clicks and spelling errors detract from the overall experience.
  • story151 mentions

    The story of the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it to be a strange blend of supernatural elements and detective work that often feels disjointed and poorly executed. While some appreciated the initial premise and twists, others criticized the pacing, lack of character development, and illogical plot points, leading to an overall impression of a mediocre narrative that detracts from the gameplay experience. Despite its flaws, the game still offers engaging puzzles and a decent atmosphere, making it a somewhat enjoyable, if not particularly memorable, experience.

    • “The story is really good and it is possible to feel it especially in the first half.”
    • “The storyline is interesting, even the otherworldly aspect is presented decently.”
    • “The plot is interesting but expect some twisting points.”
    • “Personally, what comes to the plot, I must say that it wasn't that great.”
    • “The plot points surrounding limbo are never really firmly established nor concluded, and frankly, the whole ghost thing felt completely unnecessary - we're a detective.”
    • “The story ended up feeling like it didn’t know what genre it wanted to be, and the music was just creepy in a non-interesting way.”
  • graphics49 mentions

    The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the detailed environments and artwork, while others criticize the dated animations and character designs. Many players find the visuals to be decent but not groundbreaking, with some noting issues like lack of widescreen support and poor lighting in certain scenes. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good for the genre, they vary in quality and can detract from the overall experience.

    • “The in-game visuals are still beautiful and varied like other artifex mundi games.”
    • “Very good game, nice graphics, music, voices, easy puzzles and straightforward.”
    • “The graphics are very beautiful, with detailed places and cutscenes.”
    • “The graphics are very old fashioned, and in some of the hidden object scenes the gamma was set so dark that I found myself squinting and my eyes watering from trying to discern items -- not in a fun way.”
    • “Graphics have mixed quality: the locations are well-designed and detailed, but the animations look clunky and dated and most of the characters look uncanny.”
    • “I can't even praise the backgrounds or the art style, as this is poor quality too.”
  • gameplay32 mentions

    The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring solid mechanics and enjoyable mini-games that balance challenge and accessibility. While the inclusion of unique elements like forensic analysis adds depth, some players feel the game suffers from an identity crisis due to an overload of mechanics and a lack of coherent narrative. Overall, it offers a mix of traditional hidden object gameplay with some innovative twists, though it may not fully satisfy those seeking a revolutionary experience.

    • “The mechanics are on par with the best Artifex Mundi games; the game flows great, never got stuck at any point, and it was all very satisfactory.”
    • “Besides the usual finding objects and finishing minigames, a unique gameplay method is the use of a police forensic investigation kit, where you can collect and analyze samples.”
    • “Ghost Files: The Face of Guilt uses traditional gameplay from hidden object games where you need to get objects and perform actions to advance, plus the gameplay changes when you go to the limbo, making you use the element forge to escape.”
    • “In fact, the game throws so many different types of mechanics at the player that I genuinely felt it was at war with itself...an identity crisis if you will.”
    • “When it does try to create tension, which it builds in the late game, rushing itself to a climax after the slow interrupted progression of the main case, it can't deliver on it, as the game mechanics themselves don't lend themselves to life or death struggles.”
    • “It also has one of those 'extra' mechanics a lot of hidden object games seem to try to shoehorn in these days; this one involves 'lab tests' for 'crime scene evidence' and it just feels really forced.”
  • music27 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its pleasantness and ability to enhance the atmosphere, while others find it repetitive and irritating over time. Many noted that the soundtrack, although decent initially, becomes monotonous and grating due to its limited variety. Overall, while the music contributes to the game's ambiance, it often fails to leave a lasting impression and can detract from the experience.

    • “Very good game, nice graphics, music, voices, easy puzzles and straightforward.”
    • “The soundtrack is also enjoyable.”
    • “The music gets you in the feel, but the main feature here is the voice acting that is very good and combines with the characters very well.”
    • “The worst thing about the music, besides being monotonous and irritating, is that it's a very short sample which is repeated over and over.”
    • “Another weakness was the sound, with the music being heavy and repetitive, with one particular track that played in nearly every area which made it horrifically grating.”
    • “Shortly, while it looks good and has a decent (if cliched) story, the music, while initially ok, is really annoying after two minutes.”
  • humor8 mentions

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding the character design and certain plot elements, like the absurdity of a psychic police officer chasing a serial killer, genuinely funny. However, the voice acting is often criticized as being so bad that it becomes amusing, while other aspects, such as facial animations and forensics, are noted for their unintentional hilarity. Overall, the humor may not be consistently effective, but it does provide some entertaining moments.

    • “The character design is hilarious, though, so that's always a plus.”
    • “However, the quality of the voice acting is hilariously bad.”
    • “On the other side, the opening was hilarious, what with a serial killer called 'the guilty man' who is being pursued by your colleague, the police psychic!”
  • stability5 mentions

    The game's stability is notably compromised by various visual glitches and game-breaking bugs, particularly in the second half, which detracts from the overall experience. Players report significant lag and issues with puzzles, suggesting that the game requires substantial fixes to improve its reliability.

    • “Also, there are some strange visual glitches in the game, including small particles that appear out of nowhere when you pick up things or interact with items in your inventory.”
    • “The plot goes downhill in the second half, and the game-breaking bugs and glitches make its situation worse.”
    • “Furthermore, these puzzles are incredibly buggy and lag like crazy.”
  • character development4 mentions

    Reviews indicate that while the character design is praised for its humor and creativity, there is a notable lack of depth in character development and foreshadowing, which detracts from the overall effectiveness of the plot.

    • “The character design is hilarious, which is always a plus.”
    • “I think these types of plot lines need actual foreshadowing and character development to be effective.”
    • “The art and character designs are good and appropriately creepy in places.”
    • “Call me judgmental or overly critical, but I think these types of plot lines need actual foreshadowing and character development to be effective.”
    • “The story isn't that compelling or gripping due to a lack of character development.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is generally appreciated for its art style and immersive qualities, though some players feel that it suffers due to other negative aspects, such as a weak story. Overall, the atmosphere is described as engaging and enjoyable, contributing positively to the gaming experience.

    • “I really did like the art style and the general atmosphere of the game.”
    • “Atmospheric, not a simple hog.”
    • “I enjoyed the atmosphere of this little hog.”
    • “Much atmosphere is lost as a result of this, and the already poor story felt indistinct as a result.”
    • “It's unfortunate that I have a lot of negative talking points, because I really did like the art style and the general atmosphere of the game.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    The game has been criticized for its low replayability, with many users noting that it offers little to no incentive to play again after the initial experience.

    • “The replay value for the game is low.”
    • “Little to no replay value.”
    • “No replay value.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly noting the inclusion of a bonus chapter that feels unnecessary and extends the gameplay with repetitive elements and annoying music. Overall, the grinding is viewed as a negative experience that detracts from the enjoyment of the game.

    • “The grinding for achievements is just not worth it.”
    • “We get a useless bonus chapter where the last survivor is abducted by the now-dead killer, which adds another tedious 30-40 minutes of the same annoying music.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Reviews indicate that the game lacks emotional depth, as it fails to build mysteries or develop character fates that resonate with players, resulting in a lack of investment in the characters' journeys.

  • optimization1 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users reporting smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others experience significant lag and technical issues. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary widely depending on individual system configurations.

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Play time

6hMedian play time
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