Goosthetic

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Goosthetic is a single player shooter game. It was developed by Smilewire and was released on March 28, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Goosthetic is a fast-paced, single-player shooter that combines intense action with dynamic platforming. Players use a smart-pistol, sticky boots, and a unique grappling prosthetic to swing, slide, jump, and blast through a twisted scientific facility while evading grotesque slime mutations. Navigate high-speed environments, eliminate enemies, and enjoy a gooey world with energetic music as you fight to escape captivity.

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97%

Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews

music4 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Great grappling hook mechanics and fluid character controls make for a fun and fast-paced experience.
The game features a unique art style and enjoyable soundtrack, enhancing the overall atmosphere.
Offers a variety of movement options, including wall running and dashing, which adds depth to the gameplay.

The game suffers from optimization issues, including lag and frame rate drops, which detract from the experience.
Some mechanics, like wall riding, can be buggy and feel clunky at times.
The game is quite short, leaving players wanting more content and challenges.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features engaging mechanics like a fun grappling hook and swinging, though some elements, such as wall rides, can be buggy and the overall experience may feel clunky at times. Despite these issues, players find the fast-paced action and momentum mechanics enjoyable, making it a worthwhile experience.
- “Great grappling hook mechanics; the wall ride is a bit buggy, but it's fast-paced and awesome!”
- “I was impressed with the gameplay and the way it plays, as well as the game mechanics being really fun.”
- “The momentum mechanics are fun but quite aggressive in their acceleration.”
- “While the gameplay is a bit clunky and the abilities are not very cohesive, it's still a fun time and a worthwhile play.”
- “The wall ride is a bit buggy, which detracts from the otherwise fast-paced and awesome grappling hook mechanics.”
- “The gameplay mechanics were really fun, but I was left wanting more cohesion and polish.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics are praised for their bright colors and unique art style, which enhances the game's aesthetic and makes environments feel vibrant. While some users experienced performance issues like lag and crashes, the general consensus highlights the readability of the graphics and the enjoyable movement mechanics reminiscent of other popular titles.
- “Great game! I love the artwork; the movement was amazing and reminds me of Titanfall's movement. It felt a little stiff sometimes, but I got used to it quickly.”
- “I don't really know what it's like (I keep crashing and it's really laggy). Seems hopeful though; I think it'd be like Ultrakill (I think it's because my graphics card is not updated).”
- “Graphics are readable, colors are bright, and the aesthetic is a lot of fun.”
- “The art style is unique and makes every area come to life.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its energetic and engaging soundtrack, which complements the game's unique art style and enhances the overall atmosphere. Reviewers appreciate how the music keeps players immersed in the action, contributing to the game's cool and vibrant aesthetic.
- “It's a very cool idea and I love the music and art.”
- “The art literally 'oozes' (get it?) character, and the soundtrack is fantastic.”
- “The soundtrack goes crazy and keeps you locked in.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is generally positive, highlighted by great grappling hook mechanics; however, some users have noted that the wall ride feature can be buggy at times.
- “The wall ride mechanics are quite buggy, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I encountered frequent crashes and stability issues that made the game frustrating to play.”
- “The game often freezes during intense moments, ruining the flow of gameplay.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that while the game has a relatively short average playtime of about half an hour, the inclusion of a speedrun timer and developer-set times to beat significantly enhances its replayability.
- “The game is only about half an hour for the average player, but the speedrun timer, along with the developer's times to beat, really adds a lot of replayability to the experience.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the different choices you can make, encouraging multiple runs to explore all the possibilities.”
- “The variety of challenges and unlockable content keeps me coming back for more, making it a game I can play repeatedly without getting bored.”
- “It is only about a half an hour for the average person, but the speedrun timer (with times to beat from the developers) really adds a lot of replayability to the game.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the game offers an enjoyable concept, many users report that it requires significant optimization improvements, as even high-end gaming PCs struggle with low frame rates during gameplay.
- “Fun game and concept; however, I must address this: the game needs a boost in optimization. I have a very powerful gaming PC, yet the frame rate I experienced while playing this game was a bit low.”
- “The game has great potential, but the optimization is severely lacking. Even on high-end hardware, I encountered frequent stuttering and frame drops.”
- “I love the gameplay, but the optimization issues are frustrating. It feels like the game isn't utilizing my system's capabilities effectively.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is praised for its fantastic art and music, creating a gooey and immersive experience, though some users noted minor physics bugs and a desire for more enemy variety. Overall, the frenetic first-person shooter action complements the engaging ambiance.
- “The gooey atmosphere, combined with fantastic art and music, creates an immersive experience that enhances the frenzied FPS action.”
- “The game's atmosphere is captivating, with its unique art style and engaging soundtrack that draw you into the experience.”
- “Despite some minor physics bugs, the overall atmosphere is fantastic, making the gameplay feel vibrant and alive.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game to be both enjoyable and creatively engaging, with one reviewer noting that it evoked strong emotions, leading to multiple instances of crying. Overall, the emotional impact is significant, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “Awesome game, I cried three times.”