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Ghost Town

Solve puzzles to help spirits move on while trying to solve your own family mystery.
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96%Game Brain Score
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96% User Score Based on 250 reviews
Critic Score 98%Based on 2 reviews

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Ghost Town is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by Fireproof Games and was released on July 15, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from both critics and players.

Ghost Town is a VR puzzle adventure where you explore eerie locations using a torch and dual controllers to solve tactile puzzles, cast spells, and summon spirits. Uncover the mysteries behind hauntings while interacting with paranormal characters to reveal secrets. Follow Edith, a paranormal detective, as she investigates her brother’s sudden disappearance.

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  • Stunning graphics and immersive atmosphere that captures the essence of 80s London.
  • Engaging story with well-developed characters and excellent voice acting.
  • Puzzles are enjoyable and well-integrated into the narrative, providing a satisfying challenge without being overly difficult.
  • Game is relatively short, with a playtime of around 4-6 hours, leaving players wanting more.
  • Limited interactivity with the environment, as many objects cannot be manipulated, which detracts from the VR experience.
  • Puzzles may feel too easy for experienced players, lacking the complexity found in previous titles from the developer.
  • story
    205 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many praising its engaging narrative, strong character development, and immersive atmosphere, while others found it predictable or lacking in depth. Players appreciated the integration of puzzles with the storyline, though some felt the overall plot was too short or incomplete, leaving room for a sequel. Overall, the storytelling is seen as a significant improvement over previous titles from the developer, with high production values and captivating voice acting enhancing the experience.

    • “The narrative is strong, setting up several intriguing plot threads for the future that left me eagerly anticipating the next chapter.”
    • “Ghost Town is another outstanding showcase of this developer’s keen skills with crafting atmosphere and designing satisfying contraptions, but this time, they’ve gone all out on the story and sets as well.”
    • “Edith Penrose’s personal quest to find her missing brother adds genuine emotional weight, and I appreciated how every challenge ties back into the story.”
    • “The story is serviceable but nothing special.”
    • “The story's a total letdown: no surprises, almost entirely predictable, and repetitive to boot.”
    • “The story is weak: you're looking for a missing brother and work like some kind of ghostbuster.”
  • graphics
    84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising their stunning detail and immersive quality, often comparing them to high-profile titles like Half-Life: Alyx. Players appreciate the atmospheric environments and intricate visuals that enhance the overall experience, although some noted a lack of interactivity in the surroundings. Overall, the game's graphics are considered a significant highlight, contributing to its engaging storytelling and gameplay.

    • “The graphics are stunning and played very well on high with my 3060 with a 5700x, I played on a Quest 3 with virtual desktop.”
    • “The atmosphere is intoxicating and the visuals are stunning.”
    • “An absolute gem of a VR game, awesome graphics, captivating story, and puzzles that are tricky but not frustratingly so.”
    • “The negatives are that even on PC VR the graphics are no better than standalone, the puzzles were a little too easy and repetitive, but worst of all the game only lasted 4.9 hours even though I took my time.”
    • “The graphics settings are fairly coarse (high/mid/low) and don't tell you enough of what they do to gauge the performance or visual effect without trying it out.”
    • “The graphics themselves suffer a bit from specular aliasing (which is not solved by the built-in AA, which I assume is MSAA?), and I wish something like FXAA was an option to remedy that.”
  • atmosphere
    63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere in the game is consistently praised for its eerie and immersive qualities, enhanced by stunning graphics, excellent voice acting, and a well-crafted soundscape. Reviewers appreciate the balance of spooky elements without relying on jump scares, creating a captivating environment that draws players into the narrative. Overall, the game's atmosphere is highlighted as a standout feature, contributing significantly to the overall experience and enjoyment.

    • “While the puzzles in Ghost Town are simpler compared to The Room, the atmosphere and immersion are absolutely sublime.”
    • “The atmosphere is just right for me; it is not scary, certainly no jump scares, but it is just creepy enough to keep your focus and immerse you into the environment.”
    • “The atmosphere, story, graphics, and interactive world really come together in a special way.”
    • “I struggle a little with horror in VR and this one kept a spooky atmosphere but didn't ever get into full throttle terror-inducing horror.”
    • “That said, the atmosphere across the different landscapes is well done and helps make up for some of the shortcomings.”
    • “The art, lighting, special effects, sounds all come together to set a very creepy atmosphere.”
  • gameplay
    36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a blend of innovative mechanics and engaging puzzles, though some players find the puzzles too simple compared to previous titles. The VR mechanics are praised for their smoothness and integration with the narrative, creating an enjoyable experience that balances challenge and accessibility. Overall, while the game may not reach the complexity of its predecessors, it offers a visually stunning and fun gameplay experience that appeals to fans of the genre.

    • “The gameplay is smooth and bug-free.”
    • “Graphics are top-notch, the story is engrossing, mechanics are wonderful, and the puzzles are just challenging enough without becoming frustrating.”
    • “It strikes a perfect balance between gameplay and storytelling, giving you agency in a world that feels lived-in, mysterious, and, of course, full of ghosts.”
    • “The puzzles, the core mechanics of the game, are too simple and not well thought out.”
    • “I got it based on Fireproof's previous game, yet if you want Room VR tier puzzles here you won't find them; everything is simple and streamlined, instead of building on the mechanics of their last game, they simplified them.”
    • “Gameplay-wise, it is similar to the Room games.”
  • optimization
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the optimization of the game is praised for delivering smooth performance, even on high graphical settings, with users reporting no significant issues on capable hardware like the RTX 3060 and RTX 3080. However, the graphics settings are somewhat limited and lack detailed descriptions, making it difficult for players to assess their impact on performance. The immersive experience is enhanced by high-quality animations and mocap performances, contributing to the game's high production value.

    • “What's more, compared to The Room VR, I feel like the performance was a lot smoother; I could run on ultra with no issues (using Quest 3, Virtual Desktop) on an RTX 3060 laptop.”
    • “The graphics settings are fairly coarse (high/mid/low) and don't tell you enough of what they do to gauge the performance or visual effect without trying it out.”
    • “No issues with PC performance as the art and graphics are pretty but not excessively demanding.”
    • “On my RTX 3080, I was getting smooth performance on high graphical settings and every graphical option turned on.”
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the overall experience, complementing the engaging story and detailed environments. Reviewers highlight the musical soundtrack as emotionally resonant and well-integrated, contributing significantly to the game's immersive atmosphere alongside excellent voice acting and sound effects.

    • “I enjoyed this game and highly recommend it; the environments, the story, music, and excellent voice acting kept me engaged. I didn't want to put it down and didn't want it to end.”
    • “It's got a great story with detailed set pieces for each scene and very good voice acting from talented voice actors, with a musical soundtrack that hits all the right beats.”
    • “Good voice acting, musical score, and sound effects are spot on.”
  • emotional
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews highlight a mixed emotional impact in the game, with some praising the breathtaking environments and the heartfelt narrative of Edith Penrose's quest, which adds genuine emotional weight. However, others criticize the story as drawn out and unengaging, with characters that detract from the overall experience. Overall, while some players find emotional depth in the narrative and atmosphere, others feel it falls short due to poor character development and humor.

    • “Edith Penrose’s personal quest to find her missing brother adds genuine emotional weight, and I appreciated how every challenge ties back into the story.”
    • “From its sharp writing and expertly crafted puzzles to its deeply atmospheric setting and heartfelt narrative, Ghost Town is more than just a supernatural detective story.”
    • “The environments, especially the mystical ones, are breathtaking, making it impossible not to think, 'this is the true potential of VR games.'”
    • “This game has a drawn-out, boring story. The characters are unlikable and rely on cringe-worthy millennial humor. You spend more time listening to an annoying character ramble about nothing than actually solving puzzles. Do yourself a favor and play 'The Room' instead of this one.”
    • “The emotional depth of the characters is lacking, making it hard to connect with their struggles. The attempts at humor often fall flat, leaving the narrative feeling more tedious than engaging.”
    • “I found the story to be overly long and tedious, with characters that felt one-dimensional. The emotional moments didn't resonate with me at all, making it difficult to stay invested in the plot.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game has limited replayability, with few optional collectibles that are easy to find. While some players appreciate the appealing locations and graphics, the consensus leans towards a lack of substantial reasons to replay the game.

    • “I think the game has replay value since the locations and the graphics are so good.”
    • “There's not much replay value either; there are only a few optional collectibles, and they are not hard to find.”
    • “The game has no/little replay value.”
    • “-no replay value.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers criticize the game's pacing and character development, noting that it concludes abruptly just as characters begin to show potential for growth, leaving players feeling unsatisfied.

    • “The game ends right when I felt it was just starting, which also highlights its terrible pacing and character development.”
    • “The characters feel one-dimensional and lack meaningful growth throughout the story.”
    • “I was disappointed by how little the characters evolved; their arcs felt rushed and unfulfilling.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that the gameplay is smooth and free of bugs, indicating a high level of stability in the game.

    • “Gameplay is smooth and bug-free.”
    • “The game runs flawlessly without any crashes.”
    • “I haven't encountered any glitches, making for a stable experience.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is criticized for being drawn out and cringeworthy, with characters that detract from the experience rather than enhance it. Players find the dialogue tedious and unengaging, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience. Overall, the humor fails to resonate, making the game less enjoyable.

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Ghost Town is a puzzle game.

Ghost Town is available on PC, Virtual Reality, Windows, PlayStation and others.

On average players spend around 5 hours playing Ghost Town.

Ghost Town was released on July 15, 2025.

Ghost Town was developed by Fireproof Games.

Ghost Town has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its emotional.

Ghost Town is a single player game.

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