Ghostbane
- October 6, 2024
- Pi Bit
Ghostbane is a cooperative horror game for 1-4 players where you detect, hunt, and capture ghosts in unique, meticulously crafted environments. Use specialized equipment to identify and weaken ghosts before performing rituals to capture them, then study the captured ghosts in your main base to learn about their histories and personalities. Teamwork is encouraged for a more immersive and successful ghost hunting experience.
Reviews
- The game offers a unique take on ghost hunting with creative mechanics and a fun multiplayer experience.
- The graphics and atmosphere are impressive, providing a visually appealing environment for players.
- The game has a solid foundation with potential for growth, and players are excited about future updates and improvements.
- There are numerous bugs and glitches that detract from the overall gameplay experience, as expected in early access.
- The cat mechanic can be frustrating, with players finding it difficult to manage alongside ghost hunting tasks.
- Some players feel the game lacks content and polish, making it less enjoyable compared to other established titles in the genre.
- graphics7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their quality, featuring unique ghost models and a well-designed lobby that enhances multiplayer experiences. While many players appreciate the overall visual atmosphere and potential for future enhancements, some feel that further improvements are necessary to elevate the game's appeal in the horror genre. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's fun factor, though there are calls for higher quality visuals to fully recommend it.
“Awesome game, great environment, the graphics, and the ghost models are impressive.”
“Excellent graphics, amazing ghost models, interesting tools, and smooth mechanics.”
“One of the most promising new ghost hunting games I have played recently, amazing graphics, unique ghost models, nice atmosphere, and a unique ritual process.”
“Overall, it's a fun game; it needs some tweaks here and there, but it has potential to rival other horror games due to its unique feel of being a ghostbuster. Some graphic enhancements are definitely a must, but all in all, it's good fun!”
“But everything has to look high quality to make that happen, and currently, not even the graphics can make me recommend this.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of opinions, with some players finding the cat mechanic unique and original, while others express disappointment, feeling it doesn't match the trailer's promise. Despite criticisms, many appreciate the excellent graphics, smooth mechanics, and the potential for improvement, suggesting that players familiar with the genre will adapt quickly. Overall, the game shows promise but requires further refinement.
“I've played this game for more than one hour and can say out of my entire game group with all of the different ghost chasing games we play, the cat mechanic is pretty unique.”
“When we look at the mechanics, I see original and different works.”
“Excellent graphics, amazing ghost models, interesting tools, smooth mechanics.”
“I'm seeing a lot of negative reviews about the cat mechanic.”
“Disappointing game; the gameplay is not the same as the trailer. The game needs a lot of work; I'd say don't get it until the devs fix it up a little bit more because it has a lot of potential.”
“Players familiar with the genre will be able to grasp the game mechanics pretty quickly.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game features a great soundtrack that some players appreciate, while others feel that it fails to match the game's atmosphere at various points.
“Great soundtrack.”
“The music just doesn't match at any point.”
“The soundtrack feels repetitive and uninspired.”
“The audio quality is subpar, making it hard to enjoy the music.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy is perceived as a quick cash grab, with concerns that the game will not receive further development or support in the months following its release.
“It's probably just a quick cash grab and won't be worked on at all in the coming months, which is why they waited to release it in October.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
While the game is enjoyable and reasonably priced, players have reported several glitches that require attention for improved stability.
“The game is really fun and deserves a review; it's worth the starting price, but it has some glitches that need to be patched out.”
“I encountered frequent crashes that made it hard to enjoy the game.”
“The stability issues are frustrating, as I often find myself getting booted back to the main menu.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its impressive optimization, showcasing a clean and original design that leverages Unreal Engine 5 effectively, contributing to a visually appealing experience reminiscent of a dark, Matrix-like aesthetic.
“All the elements of the game are really originally put together; it's got this dark, almost Matrix-like appeal, and it's really clean on Unreal Engine 5. You can't tell how well the game is optimized.”
“The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
“Despite its impressive visuals, the optimization is lacking, causing long loading times and crashes on lower-end systems.”
“I was disappointed by the optimization; even on high-end hardware, the game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its impressive graphics and unique ghost models, creating an engaging and immersive experience. Players appreciate the distinct ritual processes that enhance the overall ambiance, leaving them excited for future updates from the developers.
“One of the most promising new ghost hunting games I have played recently. Amazing graphics, unique ghost models, and a captivating atmosphere. The ritual process is nice and unique. I am really looking forward to seeing what the developers will add to this game in the near future. Absolutely yes from me!”