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.

Ghost Janitors is a 1-4 player co-op horror game where you and your friends clean haunted locations. What starts as a simple job quickly turns into a terrifying fight against eerie ghosts and dark secrets. Stay brave, work together, and scrub away the supernatural—if you dare. DO YOUR JOBClean up the house with your team, get out and get rewarded for each task you complete. STAY IN THE …

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Audience ScoreBased on 393 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Highly entertaining cooperative horror gameplay with strong jump scares that keep players on edge.
Unique concept of being janitors cleaning haunted locations adds an original twist to the horror genre.
Active and responsive developers quickly addressing bugs and adding content, creating a positive player experience.

Game suffers from bugs and technical issues such as crashes, lag, and ghost clipping through objects including lights.
Difficulty balance is inconsistent; easy mode can be unexpectedly challenging and some ghost behaviors can feel unfair.
Limited content currently available with few maps, ghosts, and customization options leading to repetitive gameplay over time.

gameplay
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
61%
10%
Gameplay in "Ghost Janitors" offers a unique blend of task-based objectives and escalating supernatural threats, emphasizing teamwork and environmental vulnerability. While some praise the dynamic co-op fun, randomization, and developer support enhancing replayability, others criticize repetitive gameplay, overused cheap jumpscares, and lack of horror build-up. Overall, it provides an enjoyable but sometimes uneven experience, with potential for improvement in enemy mechanics and variety.
- “The core gameplay loop revolves around entering haunted environments and completing cleaning or maintenance objectives while managing escalating supernatural threats.”
- “Its blend of task-based gameplay with escalating supernatural danger creates a distinctive dynamic that feels fresh within a crowded field of ghost-hunting titles.”
- “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.”
- “Cheap scares that only work once and quickly become not scary at all, repetitive gameplay, asset flipper, worth 30 cents at best.”
- “Gameplay is boring, there's no horror buildup, just cheap jumpscares, and many assets and maps feel straight up ripped from Phasmophobia.”
- “Sorry but the game is just bad, there is nothing to it, it's the exact same mechanic with the same cheap jumpscares every run.”
humor
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game balances humor and scares exceptionally well, delivering hilarious moments through jump scares, quirky emotes, and funny in-game elements, especially when played with friends. Its mix of tension and comedy creates memorable, laughter-filled experiences, though some find the humor more potent in cooperative play. Overall, it's praised as an unreasonably funny and enjoyable game that combines scares with laughs seamlessly.
- “Absolutely hilarious and scary at the same time!”
- “The emotes are funny, the hats are whacky, and I can't wait to see more in the future.”
- “Each run feels fresh, the atmosphere is tense without being overwhelming, and the game creates a lot of genuinely funny and memorable moments.”
atmosphere
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
56%
The atmosphere is consistently praised for its tense, creepy, and immersive qualities, effectively using lighting, sound, and unpredictable encounters to keep players on edge without being overwhelming. It balances psychological horror with moments of humor and replayability, making the game engaging in both solo and co-op play. Overall, the atmospheric design significantly enhances immersion and is a standout feature contributing to the game's acclaim.
- “The unpredictability of ghost encounters keeps players alert, reinforcing the psychological horror atmosphere.”
- “Each run feels fresh, the atmosphere is tense without being overwhelming, and the game creates a lot of genuinely funny and memorable moments.”
- “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
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
37%
38%
The graphics in "Ghost Janitors" are atmospheric and functional, focusing on lighting and shadow effects to create a spooky and immersive experience rather than hyper-detailed visuals. They balance a haunting aesthetic with accessibility for players without powerful PCs, enhancing the game's horror elements effectively.
- “The graphics are hauntingly detailed, with every shadow and flickering light adding to the tension.”
- “But the graphics are decent, which makes the game playable for people who don't have powerful PCs, highlighting its accessibility.”
- “But the graphics are decent, I admit... but so it can be playable for people who don't have powerful PCs, so that's some positive for the game!”
- “Technically, Ghost Janitors delivers a functional experience that prioritizes gameplay over graphical spectacle.”
- “Visuals are atmospheric rather than hyper-detailed, with lighting and shadow effects carrying much of the aesthetic weight.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
88%
The game generally runs well but is hindered by frequent glitches, particularly with light mechanics affecting gameplay and strategy. Players report bugs with light switches and occasional lag, detracting from the overall experience despite the game's fun and scary elements. Developers are expected to address these stability issues to improve playability.
- “This game has a lot of problems and glitches in every round during the first playthrough, which does not present well for the overall experience.”
- “The light switches are buggy and do not turn on immediately, affecting gameplay.”
- “There are glitches where the ghost will catch you even when you are in the light, such as in the dead center of the room.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
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The story is engaging and effectively blends horror and action, keeping players on edge from start to finish. However, some players found the game's difficulty and task load overwhelming, suggesting a need for better scaling and possibly additional collectible elements to enhance storytelling.
- “"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 collectables aside from objectives, for instance to learn the story of a crime or the ghost/demon of the map?”
- “This isn't a beginner-friendly game; the 'easy' mode needs serious scaling, like significantly fewer tasks to do. It's supposed to be a beginner-friendly mode, but I barely completed one mission.”
- “And perhaps some collectibles aside from objectives, for instance to learn the story of a crime or the ghost/demon of the map?”
- “No story.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users find the game poorly optimized, noting it causes excessive GPU usage and performance issues despite generally smooth map loading in solo play. They request better overall optimization, including official support for the Steam Deck, to improve performance.
- “And of course optimization - in solo play, there should be almost zero issue loading a map.”
- “Completing contracts and surviving encounters unlocks additional maps, cosmetic options, and perks that slightly enhance performance.”
- “Only problem is that it eats away on my GPU, please have better optimization.”
- “Some official support and optimization for the Steam Deck would be very helpful.”
- “What could this game possibly be rendering, bro? Needs optimization badly.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The game offers strong replayability through randomized elements and varied gameplay, ensuring unique experiences with each run. However, limited map variety and a small number of unlockable content somewhat restrict long-term engagement. Overall, the atmosphere and game mechanics effectively enhance its replay value.
- “This randomness sustains replay value and ensures that no two runs unfold identically.”
- “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.”
- “The items you collect are random, and this adds a lot of replayability.”
- “We got good laughs for an hour and could get a few more, but the replayability is severely lacking. There are only 5 maps that unlock gradually after about 4 hours of play, and only around 6 ghosts.”
- “The game offers only a limited number of maps and ghosts, which reduces the variety and long-term replay value.”
- “Replayability is limited due to the small selection of content and repetitive gameplay elements over time.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Grinding in the game is generally seen as tedious and glitchy, offering only brief enjoyment when playing with friends. It lacks engaging elements and can feel repetitive, often requiring an extra life to progress effectively.
- “Kinda fun for a few minutes with friends, but otherwise boring, glitchy, and tedious.”
- “It's like Phasmo, without all the tedious work, and jump scares just to mess with you.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the game emotionally impactful, with moments that evoke strong feelings such as crying, while also appreciating its engaging and fresh content that keeps the experience from feeling repetitive.
- “Made me cry.”
- “There's lots to do and the game so far hasn't made me feel that it was getting old.”