Ghost Janitors

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Ghost Janitors is a single player and multiplayer action adventure game. It was developed by Interactive Wave Studio and was released on November 8, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

In "Ghost Janitors," clean a haunted house with friends while dealing with spooky tasks and randomized AI, jumpscares, and sounds. Stay safe by keeping lights on and completing tasks for rewards like new maps, equipment, and cosmetics. Your dedication is rewarded with unlockable content, but remember, danger lurks in the shadows. Always stay in the light.

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 282 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

stability7 negative mentions

The game features excellent jump scares that keep players on edge and provide a thrilling experience, especially when played with friends.
The cooperative gameplay is highly enjoyable, creating memorable moments and laughter among players as they navigate the spooky environment together.
The developers are responsive to feedback and actively work on updates, showing a commitment to improving the game and adding new content.

The game suffers from bugs and glitches, including issues with ghost behavior and light mechanics, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustrating experiences.
Many players find the difficulty balance to be off, with 'easy' mode still being quite challenging, making it less accessible for newcomers.
The game currently has limited content, with only a few maps and ghost types, leading to repetitive gameplay after a short period.

gameplay
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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57%
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The gameplay is a mix of horror and cooperative elements that keeps sessions fun and unpredictable, especially when playing with friends. While many players enjoy the mechanics and the challenge of higher difficulty modes, some criticize the gameplay for being repetitive and lacking depth, with issues like ghost behavior and pacing. Overall, the game shows promise with its engaging sound design, randomization, and active developer support, but improvements in gameplay mechanics are needed for a more balanced experience.
- “The mix of horror and co-op gameplay keeps every session fun and unpredictable, and working together with friends makes the scares even better.”
- “The gameplay loop is really good, the sound quality is a standout feature adding a lot to the game's harrowing atmosphere, and the randomized elements coupled with the monster's AI do a lot for its replayability.”
- “Despite being in early access, the game shows great potential with its immersive atmosphere, challenging gameplay, and active developer support.”
- “The monsters weren't scary whatsoever and the gameplay felt very slow.”
- “The game is spooky but the gameplay is boring and repetitive.”
- “Only big issue to expect is the ghost will leave the house sometimes, not sure if it's a planned mechanic or a glitch, but if you run all the way to the street you're usually good, or as far away as you can on other forest maps.”
humor
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a standout feature, with players highlighting its ability to create genuinely funny moments amidst the tension of jump scares. Many reviews emphasize the enjoyment of playing with friends, where the combination of fear and laughter leads to memorable experiences, such as amusing reactions to scares and the presence of quirky elements like a ghost named Linda. Overall, the game is described as both scary and unreasonably funny, making it a great choice for group play.
- “Always good with a full team and the emotes are hilarious!”
- “This game sent me through the roof with anxiety in the most hilarious of ways.”
- “Very scary and extremely funny.”
atmosphere
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its tense, creepy, and immersive qualities, enhanced by excellent sound design and well-executed jump scares. Players appreciate the balance between humor and horror, noting that the ambiance contributes significantly to the overall experience, making it enjoyable for both solo and cooperative play. Despite some critiques regarding gameplay mechanics, the game's dark and uneasy atmosphere is considered a standout feature that adds to its replayability and appeal.
- “The atmosphere is great and the ambiance is wonderful, especially considering this game is not even $10. I would recommend playing with friends.”
- “The atmosphere is dark, creepy, and uneasy.”
- “The gameplay loop is really good, the sound quality is a standout feature adding a lot to the game's harrowing atmosphere, and the randomized elements coupled with the monster's AI do a lot for its replayability.”
- “Well-done jump scares and atmosphere spread throughout the game so it isn't overwhelming or constant.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is marred by numerous glitches, particularly with light mechanics that can lead to unexpected ghost encounters, undermining strategic gameplay. While players find the concept engaging and the jump scares enjoyable, the persistent bugs and lag issues detract from the overall experience, indicating a need for significant improvements from the developers.
- “There are some glitches where the ghost will get you in the light (even in dead center).”
- “This is a lot of problems and glitches in every round for a first playthrough and does not present well for the game.”
- “Very fun, but the game can be a bit buggy and laggy.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The story of "Ghost Janitors" is praised for its engaging blend of horror and action, keeping players on edge throughout the game. However, some users feel that the narrative could benefit from additional elements, such as collectibles that provide deeper context about the game's lore. Overall, while the story is compelling, it may not be beginner-friendly due to the game's challenging mechanics.
- “ghost janitors is a masterful blend of horror and action, featuring stunning visuals, intense gameplay, and an engaging story that keeps you on edge from start to finish.”
- “And perhaps some collectibles aside from objectives, for instance to learn the story of a crime or the ghost/demon of the map?”
- “The game lacks a coherent story, making it difficult to engage with the narrative.”
- “There are no story elements to immerse players, leaving the experience feeling empty.”
- “The absence of collectibles or lore to enhance the story detracts from the overall experience.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
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Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the random elements and AI that enhance the experience, others find it limited due to a small number of maps and ghosts. The atmosphere and sound quality contribute positively, but the lack of variety in content may hinder long-term engagement.
- “This blends the two perfectly for an amazing atmosphere and excellent replay value.”
- “The items you collect are random, which adds a lot of replayability.”
- “The gameplay loop is really good, the sound quality is a standout feature that adds a lot to the game's harrowing atmosphere, and the randomized elements coupled with the monster's AI contribute significantly to its replayability.”
- “We got good laughs for an hour and could get a few more, but we could tell the replayability is severely lacking. There are only 5 maps, and you can gradually unlock them as you level up after playing for around 4 hours, and only about 6 ghosts.”
- “The gameplay loop is really good, the sound quality is a standout feature adding a lot to the game's harrowing atmosphere, and the randomized elements coupled with the monster's AI do a lot for its replayability.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in "ghost janitors" are praised for their haunting detail and stunning visuals, which enhance the game's spooky atmosphere and tension. Coupled with effective sound effects, the visuals contribute significantly to the overall immersive horror and action experience.
- “The graphics are hauntingly detailed, with every shadow and flickering light adding to the tension.”
- “"Ghost Janitors" is a masterful blend of horror and action, featuring stunning visuals, intense gameplay, and an engaging story that keeps you on edge from start to finish.”
- “The graphics are cool and the sound effects make everything even spookier.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game can be tedious and glitchy, often requiring significant time investment for progress. While it may offer some fun in short bursts with friends, many players find it ultimately boring and repetitive.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
- “Kinda fun for a few minutes with friends, but otherwise boring, glitchy, and tedious.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that the game requires significant optimization, with users expressing a need for better support, particularly for platforms like the Steam Deck. Overall, there is a consensus that performance improvements are necessary to enhance the gaming experience.
- “Some official support and optimization for the Steam Deck would be very helpful.”
- “What could this game possibly be rendering? It needs optimization badly.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally impactful, with some expressing that it made them cry, indicating a strong connection to the narrative or characters. Additionally, the engaging content keeps the experience fresh and prevents emotional fatigue.
- “Made me cry.”
- “There's lots to do, and the game so far hasn't made me feel that it was getting old.”