Ghost Stories

41%
Game Brain Score Based on 25 reviews
  • story
  • music
  • gameplay
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In "Ghost Stories" , you explore a haunted house as an unnamed protagonist, attempting to find items and Max's head while avoiding the headless ghost Max between 9 PM and 6 AM. With responsive gameplay, beautiful graphics, and an emotional story, you'll search for hidden items, face fear, and run to survive until finding the secret safe before daybreak. This game was a participant in the GTP Indie Cup. Please note that this summary is based on the game's self-description and not on personal experience.

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  • Windows
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Reviews

41%
Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews
gameplay3 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game offers an entertaining challenge with a good atmosphere and intuitive controls.
  • The soundtrack is well-chosen and elevates the overall experience.
  • The game is short and can be completed quickly, making it a decent option for casual play.
  • The gameplay primarily consists of tedious item hunting with minimal story and character development.
  • The ghost AI can be frustratingly annoying, often leading to instant deaths and repetitive gameplay.
  • The game suffers from poor optimization, buggy mechanics, and a lack of clear direction for players.
  • story7 mentions

    The story in the game is criticized for its lack of depth and character development, with many reviewers noting that it feels sparse and underdeveloped. The main quest revolves around finding a ghost's head, but the narrative is poorly executed, with minimal notes to guide players and a need for better translation. Overall, the story is seen as a weak point, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “The main quest in the game is to find the head of a ghost named Max by searching for various items.”
    • “Figuring out the story shouldn't be that difficult, given that there are barely any notes laying around to provide a plot, but surviving is a whole problem in itself.”
    • “The ending story bit could really use rewriting.”
    • “I didn't love anything in the game, and the story is totally lacking (and the translation could use some polishing).”
    • “That coupled with almost no story, except for a few notes.”
  • music6 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some praise the background music for enhancing the atmosphere, others criticize the choice of tracks as inappropriate for a horror setting, describing them as too calm and relaxing to evoke the intended spooky mood. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a middle-of-the-road element that could benefit from a more fitting selection.

    • “Good choice of music elevates atmosphere.”
    • “The game is entertaining enough, and the soundtrack is good.”
    • “The music creates an atmospheric 'calm and relaxing' zen soundtrack.”
    • “Second, get rid of the awful free music that doesn't suit the mood of a horror release.”
    • “Nothing in Ghost Stories comes across even remotely spooky with the music that is going on now; which is some kind of atmospheric 'calm and relaxing' zen soundtrack.”
    • “Nothing in Ghost Stories comes across even remotely spooky with the music that is going on now; which is some kind of atmospheric 'calm and relaxing' zen soundtrack.”
  • gameplay6 mentions

    The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring a functional "stand completely still" mechanic for evading ghosts and an intriguing time skip/time lock feature. However, some users note that the gameplay experience feels somewhat limited and may require clearer direction for players.

    • “And mostly good gameplay.”
    • “+ there is a very functional 'stand completely still' gameplay mechanic for avoiding the ghost.”
    • “+ interesting time skip/time lock mechanic.”
    • “For this type of gameplay, you're going to need to provide direction.”
  • graphics3 mentions

    The graphics are solid but somewhat dated, providing a satisfactory visual experience that compensates for the game's audio quality and minor AI pathing issues. Overall, while the visuals are good, they do not stand out as exceptional.

    • “The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
    • “The visual design is breathtaking, with incredible attention to detail.”
    • “The art style is unique and enhances the overall experience.”
    • “The solid yet dated visuals make up for the lacking audio quality and minor AI pathing issues.”
    • “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
    • “While the art style is unique, the overall graphical fidelity leaves much to be desired.”
  • atmosphere3 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is generally praised for its challenge and effective music choices that enhance the experience. However, some users feel that the current soundtrack detracts from the intended spookiness, opting instead for a calming and relaxing vibe that may not suit the ghost story theme.

    • “The game has its flaws, but it also presents a challenging experience with a captivating atmosphere.”
    • “The choice of music significantly elevates the overall atmosphere of the game.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    Overall, the optimization of the game has received mixed feedback; while some users find it poor and in need of improvement, others appreciate it as a strong point.

    • “In general, I liked the game for its unusual story and good optimization; I hope they will release another similar horror.”
    • “Could do with some optimization.”
    • “The optimization is poor.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding in Ghost Stories to be excessively tedious and monotonous, often feeling like the game is intentionally designed to frustrate them with repetitive tasks that seem never-ending.

    • “Ghost stories felt like it was designed to aggravate the player; the core design of the game is a mix between monotonous and tedious.”
    • “This is as tedious as it sounds, especially when you think you're done, but nope.”
  • character development1 mentions

    Character development in the game is often criticized for being underwhelming, with players feeling that the story lacks depth and fails to provide meaningful growth for the characters. Many reviewers express disappointment in the static nature of the characters, which detracts from the overall narrative experience.

    • “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with anyone in the story.”
    • “I was disappointed by the lack of meaningful growth for the characters; they seem to remain static throughout the game.”
    • “The story tries to introduce complex characters, but their development is rushed and unconvincing.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The reviews indicate that the game lacks significant replay value, suggesting that players may not find enough incentive to revisit it after completing it once.

    • “The game lacks replay value, making it feel like a one-time experience.”
    • “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
    • “The limited choices and outcomes mean that replaying the game feels redundant.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game has been criticized for its instability, with users reporting numerous bugs that detract from the overall experience. Additionally, the lack of a compelling story further diminishes its appeal.

    • “The game is quite buggy and it has hardly any story.”
    • “This is probably an exaggeration, but it felt like the game was constantly crashing.”
    • “I experienced frequent glitches that made it hard to enjoy the gameplay.”
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