Ghosts 'n Goblins Resurrection

75%
Game Brain Score Based on 479 reviews
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Ghosts 'N Goblins: Resurrection Review – The Beauty Of Nostalgia
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"Ghosts 'n Goblins Resurrection" is a challenging side-scrolling platformer game. Players control a knight named Arthur, battling through hordes of undead enemies and bosses in order to save a princess. The game features updated graphics and gameplay mechanics while staying true to the classic style of the original games in the series. Cooperative play is available, allowing a second player to join in as a support character.

  • Nintendo Switch
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  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
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75%
Audience ScoreBased on 479 reviews
graphics37 positive mentions
grinding7 negative mentions
  • The game beautifully captures the essence of the classic Ghosts 'n Goblins series with updated graphics and sound.
  • The difficulty is challenging but rewarding, providing a sense of accomplishment as players master each level.
  • The addition of multiple difficulty settings and a skill tree for magic spells makes the game more accessible while retaining its hardcore roots.
  • The enemy spawn mechanics can feel unfair, often resulting in unavoidable damage and frustrating gameplay.
  • The controls can feel clunky and unresponsive, making precise platforming difficult.
  • Some players may find the reliance on trial-and-error gameplay frustrating, as it can lead to repeated deaths without clear learning opportunities.
  • graphics84 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some praising the beautiful, storybook-inspired art style and vibrant visuals that modernize the classic look, while others criticize the flash-game aesthetic and poor animations. Many players appreciate the nostalgic elements and the overall charm, but there are complaints about performance issues and a desire for an option to switch to old-school pixel art. Overall, the visuals are seen as a significant update that captures the essence of the original, despite some inconsistencies and personal preferences regarding the art style.

    • “Resurrection beautifully updates the look and charm of these old games with an updated soundtrack and storybook graphical style I personally love.”
    • “The graphics look great and keep with the classic look of the arcade and console titles.”
    • “The visuals, they are stunning.”
    • “The graphics are incredibly bad and the animations are awful.”
    • “Visuals are terrible; I don't even know why Capcom did so poorly with this game.”
    • “It's a 2D platformer with underwhelming graphics; there is no reason the performance should be this terrible.”
  • gameplay73 mentions

    The gameplay of "Ghosts 'n Goblins Resurrection" is a polarizing aspect among players, with many appreciating its challenging, classic arcade-style mechanics and level design, while others criticize it for frustrating controls and unfair difficulty spikes. The introduction of features like a skill tree and a rewind option has been met with mixed reactions, as some feel these modernizations detract from the original's charm. Overall, the game captures the essence of its predecessors but struggles to balance nostalgia with contemporary gameplay expectations.

    • “What is very satisfying in this game is discovering that even in the hardest mode ('legend') it is perfectly possible to dominate the gameplay, after many, many, many attempts, of course.”
    • “This game captures the addicting yet difficult gameplay of the classic arcade platformers, and breathes new life with a charming new art style and quality of life improvements.”
    • “The remake has a really good art style and I found the gameplay enjoyable, if a little difficult, but I think that's the point!”
    • “I love Ghosts 'n Goblins on NES, but this game ruined the original gameplay.”
    • “This takes all of the difficulty of the originals but none of the skill-based gameplay and simply throws a clunky Arthur to a mess of enemies and projectiles with somewhat recognizable skins and areas.”
    • “The game moves and feels pretty awful; while it does look pretty, the actual gameplay feels decades old.”
  • music46 mentions

    The music in the game has received largely positive feedback, with many praising its nostalgic charm and modernized renditions of classic tunes from the original series. While some players found certain tracks repetitive after extended play, the overall soundtrack is described as enjoyable and atmospheric, enhancing the game's vibrant visuals and gameplay experience. Additionally, new compositions complement the familiar themes, contributing to a well-rounded auditory experience that resonates with both new and returning players.

    • “To sum it up, it's a decent game that does great as a remake of the classic without altering the original essence, led by a great soundtrack and artistic style.”
    • “The music features great renditions of classic ghosts 'n' goblins tunes, sounding modern while still capturing the spirit of the originals.”
    • “The soundtrack largely consists of familiar tunes from the original games, some arrangements of the classic ghosts ‘n goblins theme, and brand new music which is equally as good.”
    • “I guess the song is irritating after the 9,000,000th loop in a row, to be honest.”
    • “The main theme song still taunts me with its haunting chords.”
    • “And the weak soundtrack seals the deal!”
  • story16 mentions

    The story of "Ghosts 'n Goblins Resurrection" is a nostalgic retelling of the classic tale, where King Arthur embarks on a quest to rescue his daughter from a demonic horde, all presented in a charming storybook art style. While the narrative is simple and reminiscent of arcade experiences, it effectively balances nostalgia with modern visuals, creating an engaging fairy-tale atmosphere that appeals to both new players and series veterans. The game retains its trademark difficulty while immersing players in a beautifully illustrated world filled with familiar characters and iconic locations.

    • “Graphically, Capcom has opted for a storybook-esque look throughout the entire game.”
    • “Ghosts 'n Goblins Resurrection basically retells the classic Ghosts 'n Goblins story but through the lens of a pop-up fairy tale book.”
    • “It takes familiar characters, nostalgic enemies, and iconic locations from previous games in the series and uses them to tell the classic story in a new way.”
    • “This story is a bare-bones arcade experience, lacking depth and engagement.”
    • “Everyone is dead, and those who aren't are undead, and everything is destroyed... so you're on a mission to... kill Lucifer and dig two graves?”
    • “Ghosts 'n Goblins Resurrection basically retells the classic Ghosts 'n Goblins story but through the lens of a pop-up fairy tale book, which feels uninspired.”
  • grinding7 mentions

    Reviews highlight that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively tedious and time-consuming, detracting from the overall experience. Players express frustration over the lack of meaningful progression and the repetitive nature of farming for weapon layouts, leading to a sense of unfulfillment. Many feel that this iteration falls short of its predecessors, making the grinding feel more maddening than challenging.

    • “Regarding weapon selection, I do think there could be a way to choose which weapons you want to start a stage. Farming the layout you want for your next ordeal is not even challenging, just time-consuming and adds nothing to the experience.”
    • “I really didn't want to give this a bad review. I have fond memories of the original entries, but this version is just tragically inferior to its predecessors, being maddeningly tedious and difficult in a way the originals never were.”
    • “Such tedious gameplay will make your experience unfulfilling.”
  • stability6 mentions

    The stability of the game varies significantly across platforms; while the Nintendo Switch version runs smoothly, users report numerous freezes and bugs on other systems. Despite some aesthetic appeal and decent performance on higher-end PCs, many players experience frustrating glitches that detract from the overall experience.

    • “The Nintendo Switch version runs great as well.”
    • “This game runs great on my budget PC with a Ryzen 5 5600, 40 GB of CL-16 3200 MHz Corsair RGB Pro RAM, and an ASRock Phantom Gaming OC Edition Radeon RX 6600 XT.”
    • “I will say this is an extremely difficult game, but it runs great and looks good.”
    • “And that's just what this game has: freezes, bugs, and lots of them.”
    • “This feels cheap and buggy as hell.”
    • “The game offers some nice graphics and a nice aesthetic; however, there are some ugly glitches here and there.”
  • optimization6 mentions

    The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with players reporting poor performance despite its simple 2D graphics. Issues include a frustrating 60 fps cap and slow character movement that detracts from the overall experience.

    • “As I'm writing this, I don't have much time logged into the Steam version, but I played the game a lot on Switch, and I made sure to check the Steam version's performance and configurations; everything is good.”
    • “On the performance side of things, the game immediately impresses with its 60 fps cap.”
    • “It's a 2D platformer with underwhelming graphics; there is no reason the performance should be this terrible.”
    • “Arthur runs slowly, but the whole game is paced around it.”
    • “On the performance side of things, the game immediately shoots itself in the foot with the 60 fps cap.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    The game offers significant replayability through upgradeable powers, a skill tree, and hidden collectibles, catering to both casual players and completionists. The inclusion of different maps and unique shadow stages enhances the experience, ensuring that each playthrough feels fresh and engaging.

    • “Arthur can now select upgradeable powers and you can pick different maps on a few levels, which adds to the replayability of the game.”
    • “With an added skill tree for abilities and hidden collectibles, this adds a nice sense of progression and lots of replay value to the adventure for both casual players and hardcore completionists.”
    • “Irregardless, there's plenty of enjoyment to be had with each successive stage clear, and plenty of replay value with shadow stages feeling unique from their 'normal' counterparts.”
    • “Not to mention the upgrade system and the different powers you unlock, which adds a ton of replay value.”
    • “Arthur can now select upgradeable powers, and you can pick different maps on a few levels, which adds to the replayability of the game.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is perceived as lacking, with players finding the surprise traps and unfair deaths more frustrating than funny. Many reviewers feel that the comedic elements fall flat due to poor level design and a reliance on cheap gimmicks.

    • “But yeah, get ready for some hilariously unfair deaths.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    Reviewers highlight that the game's atmosphere is significantly enhanced by its evolving music, which complements the graphics and effects, creating an engaging and enjoyable experience across different stages.

    • “The music brings the same atmosphere, graphics, and effects; it is a lot of fun!”
    • “Music has also evolved, offering atmospheric elements as needed per stage.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as a blatant cash grab, leading users to recommend using an emulator for a more authentic nostalgic experience instead.

    • “Save your money and get an emulator if you're craving some nostalgia, because this dumpster fire of a cash grab won't scratch that itch.”
    • “The monetization system is so aggressive that it feels like the game is designed to squeeze every penny out of players rather than provide a fun experience.”
    • “It's disappointing to see a game with such potential ruined by paywalls and constant prompts to spend more money.”
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