Ghost Janitors
- June 7, 2024
- Interactive Wave Studio
Get on SteamIn "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.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features excellent jump scares and a creepy atmosphere that keeps players on edge.
- Playing with friends enhances the experience, making it fun and engaging, with plenty of laughter and scares.
- The developers are responsive and actively work on fixing bugs and adding new content, showing a commitment to improving the game.
- The game suffers from various bugs, including issues with light switches and ghost mechanics, which can lead to frustrating gameplay.
- Content is currently limited, with repetitive tasks and a lack of variety in gameplay, making it feel bare-bones.
- Voice chat functionality is unreliable, which detracts from the multiplayer experience.
- gameplay24 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Ghost Janitors" is characterized by a mix of intense action and horror elements, enhanced by strong sound design and randomization that contribute to its replayability. While some players find the gameplay repetitive and suggest the need for more diverse mechanics to maintain challenge, many appreciate the developers' commitment to improving the experience and the overall balance of fun and spookiness. The game shows promise, especially in its immersive atmosphere and engaging story.
“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.”
“"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 game is spooky but the gameplay is boring and repetitive.”
“In my opinion, it would be worthy of developing different mechanics for avoiding different enemies, so the game does not become too easy too fast.”
“It's just gameplay.”
- humor12 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by quirky elements, such as a ghost named Linda, which players find amusing despite some frustration with her character. Many reviewers appreciate the blend of humor and horror, noting that while the initial laughs may fade with repetition, the game remains entertaining, especially in multiplayer settings. Overall, the comedic aspects contribute positively to the gameplay experience, making it a fun choice for friends.
“Yes, if you play single player, you're going to die a lot, but I still really enjoy this, and the stress is so funny.”
“It's scary and funny at the same time.”
“Just buy it; in my opinion, it's too cheap for how good and funny this game is to play with friends.”
- atmosphere10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its well-executed jump scares and immersive ambiance, which enhance the overall experience without becoming overwhelming. The standout sound quality and clever use of randomized elements contribute significantly to its creepy vibe and replayability, making it a key strength of the game, even in early access. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a defining feature that sets the game apart.
“Creepy atmosphere and ambiance, and that mannequin is just *chef's kiss*! Can't wait to see what else is added to the game!”
“Despite being in early access, the game shows great potential with its immersive atmosphere, challenging gameplay, and active developer support.”
“The atmosphere is what gives this game an edge.”
“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.”
“Creepy atmosphere and ambiance, and that mannequin is just *chef's kiss*. Can't wait to see what else is added to the game!”
- story8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story in "Ghost Janitors" is praised for its engaging and suspenseful narrative that effectively complements the horror and action elements of the game. Players appreciate the potential for collectables that enhance the backstory, such as learning about crimes or the supernatural entities tied to the map, although some reviews indicate a lack of depth in the story for certain players. Overall, the narrative is described as a key component that maintains tension throughout the gameplay.
“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?”
“There is essentially no story.”
“The game lacks any meaningful narrative.”
“I wish there were collectibles that could help me learn more about the story, like the history of a crime or the ghost/demon associated with the map.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in "ghost janitors" are praised for their haunting detail, effectively enhancing the game's spooky atmosphere with intricate shadows and flickering lights. Players appreciate the stunning visuals that complement the intense gameplay and engaging story, contributing to an overall immersive 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.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Players highlight that the game's random item collection and dynamic AI contribute significantly to its replayability, creating a compelling gameplay loop that encourages multiple playthroughs. The combination of these elements, along with the standout sound quality, enhances the overall experience and keeps players engaged.
“The items you collect are random, and it adds a lot of replayability.”
“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.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report that the game has stability issues, particularly with buggy light switches that do not activate promptly. Despite these glitches, players find the jump scares enjoyable but feel the game could benefit from additional content to maintain excitement.
“The light switches are buggy and not turning on straight away.”
“I've noticed the light switches are buggy and not turning on straight away.”
“The light switches are buggy.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Players indicate that grinding in the game is so demanding that it may require a second life, suggesting it can be excessively time-consuming or challenging.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
