Ghostbane

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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.

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Reviews

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and refreshing take on ghost-hunting, combining elements from popular titles like Phasmo and Ghost Watchers.
Multiplayer mode is engaging and fun, making it a great experience to play with friends, with various mini-games available in the lobby.
Despite being in early access, the game shows potential with its creative mechanics and enjoyable gameplay, and players are optimistic about future updates and bug fixes.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and technical issues, which can detract from the overall experience, especially for early access.
Some gameplay mechanics, such as the cat chase and sanity drain, are frustrating and need balancing to improve player experience.
The graphics and UI elements are inconsistent, with some assets appearing outdated or poorly designed, which affects immersion.

gameplay
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players expressing disappointment due to discrepancies between the trailer and the actual experience, suggesting that the game requires further development. However, others appreciate the originality of the mechanics, noting that those familiar with the genre can quickly adapt to the gameplay.
- “When we look at the mechanics, I see original and different works.”
- “Players familiar with the genre will be able to grasp the game mechanics pretty quickly.”
- “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.”
graphics
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-33 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are noted for their unique design that sets it apart from typical horror titles, contributing to an enjoyable experience. However, there are calls for enhancements to improve overall quality, as the current visuals may not be sufficient to recommend the game despite its fun gameplay.
- “It has a graphic design that is different from its genres, and I like it.”
- “Overall, it's a fun game; it needs some tweaks here and there, but it has the 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!”
- “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.”
music
2 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 key moments.
- “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.”
monetization
1 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.”
stability
1 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.”
optimization
1 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.”