Gravity Ghost

Gravity Ghost hits the notes of big-budget platformers on a smaller scale; its story fumbles along the way, but it's short and sweet.

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Gravity Ghost is a peaceful, non-violent gravity-based game where you play as Iona, a ghost searching for her lost friend. Explore a handpainted galaxy, solve unique gravity challenges, and meet magical guardians. Features 100+ levels, 10+ powerups, and a beautiful original soundtrack. Discover the story through 25+ minutes of animation hidden throughout the game. Available on Windows, Mac, and Linux.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 124 reviews

story59 positive mentions

atmosphere3 negative mentions

Gravity Ghost features a beautiful art style and a hauntingly lovely soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
The game tells a touching and emotional story about loss and acceptance, engaging players on a deeper level.
The unique gravity mechanics provide a fun and relaxing gameplay experience, making it accessible for players of all skill levels.

The game is quite short, typically taking only a few hours to complete, which may leave some players wanting more content.
Many players found the gameplay to be too easy, lacking significant challenge and depth in puzzle-solving.
The controls can feel imprecise at times, leading to frustration during certain levels.

story
111 mentions
53 % positive mentions
44 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The game's story is widely praised for its emotional depth and unique presentation, often unfolding in a fragmented, non-linear manner that encourages players to piece together the narrative as they progress. Many reviewers highlight its touching themes of loss and family, complemented by beautiful visuals and music, although some find the storytelling occasionally confusing or overly complex. Overall, the narrative is considered a significant strength of the game, enhancing the overall experience for players who appreciate emotional storytelling intertwined with gameplay.
- “I love puzzle games, I love emotional storytelling, I love piecing together stories rather than having them handed to me, and I love symbolism and metaphors, so this is a perfect game for me.”
- “The voice acting, art style, and gameplay all perfectly harmonize together to deliver what truly feels like a storybook experience made into a game.”
- “The story is lovely, albeit a little disjointed -- you eventually piece together the events as you progress, and I found the ending in particular really moving.”
- “The actual story of the game is presented in a fragmented sort of way that was more confusing than interesting.”
- “There was also just a lot of story beats and details that were not needed to tell this kind of story, yet I guess they were included for the sake of charm.”
- “The story is a sad one and told in hand-drawn cutscenes, but ultimately forgettable.”
gameplay
75 mentions
40 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Gravity Ghost" is characterized by its unique gravity mechanics that allow players to navigate between planets in a relaxing yet engaging manner. While many players appreciate the charming art style and soothing soundtrack, opinions vary on the depth and challenge of the gameplay, with some finding it simple and lacking in evolution. Overall, the game offers a pleasant experience that blends fun mechanics with a touching narrative, making it a worthwhile choice for those seeking a unique indie platformer.
- “It's not only an engaging yet relaxing platformer with unique mechanics that Mario Galaxy doesn't even have, but it also has a great story.”
- “The gameplay, together with the music, is relaxing and mesmerizing -- while the levels do get progressively more complex, it never feels frustrating or impossible.”
- “The mechanics of the gravity-based gameplay just feel awesome and are really fun to play.”
- “On one hand, the game presented a unique mechanic that I haven't seen in any other game, but on the other hand, the overall experience was kind of mediocre.”
- “The best strategy for almost every level is 'jump at it and hope for the best,' which makes the gameplay boring.”
- “It's adorable and the story I saw looks like it's shaping up to be heartbreaking, but the gameplay is tedious and doesn't look to be evolving much.”
music
56 mentions
57 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and calming qualities, with many reviewers highlighting the work of composer Ben Prunty, known for his previous work on "FTL: Faster Than Light." The soundtrack is described as a standout feature, enhancing the game's dreamlike aesthetic and overall experience, although a few critics found it to be merely serviceable. Overall, the music is considered a significant asset that complements the game's art and gameplay, making it a memorable part of the experience.
- “The art and music are incredible in the game, and are probably the two standout features of the game besides its gameplay.”
- “Ben Prunty's soundtrack provides a wonderful counterpoint, feeling spacey and grand without feeling too isolated.”
- “The music endows the sheer wonderment of space and the adventure we partake in the game.”
- “The soundtrack of this game is one of the game's highest selling points.”
- “I thought that the game soundtrack was okay but it wasn't noteworthy or enhance the gameplay experience.”
- “It has a serviceable soundtrack with questionable sample quality that is a little better than the things you'd find on Newgrounds at the boon of flash games, but it is by no means 'great' and I cannot recommend paying extra for the soundtrack edition.”
graphics
30 mentions
67 % positive mentions
23 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful, storybook art style that combines charming visuals with a strong aesthetic influence, creating a relaxing atmosphere. While many reviewers appreciate the harmonious blend of art, music, and gameplay, some express mixed feelings about the overall tone and execution. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal despite occasional critiques regarding the art style's suitability and the clarity of gameplay mechanics.
- “The graphics and music are also incredibly pretty and relaxing.”
- “The game has a strong visual aesthetic that seemingly uses southwestern USA influences that draws your attention but never distracts from the gameplay at hand.”
- “The art style is magnificent, and has a wonderful hand-drawn storybook feel throughout.”
- “I found the art style to be weird and not that good.”
- “At first glance, I was unsure what the target demographic was for the story.”
- “The writing and art style are charming to a fault.”
emotional
24 mentions
96 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with many players finding the storytelling to be touching and heart-wrenching, often leading to tears by the end. The narrative explores themes of loss and acceptance, resonating deeply with players through its symbolism and metaphors. While some note that the gameplay can become tedious, the emotional engagement and beautiful storytelling make it a memorable experience.
- “The buildup is nice and holds your attention well, and when you eventually get there it's as emotional and compelling as you'd expect.”
- “This game won my heart, the story is amazing and touching.”
- “Late game, the story suddenly takes a dark and emotional turn, and can hit with such ferocity that you may end up having to sit back and take a breather from the realization that the story has unraveled and revealed the hidden emotional turmoil that we all face when we find that someone is no longer in our lives, and the void that they have left can be covered over, but will always remain.”
- “I know that seems like a YouTuber complaining, but with some of the touching cutscenes here, it would be nice to be able to replay them easily.”
atmosphere
4 mentions
25 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere transitions from a cute and positive tone to darker elements, creating a serene and relaxing experience, especially since players cannot die as they embody a ghost. The story enhances this ambiance, making it richly atmospheric and engaging.
- “The atmosphere of the game starts cute and positive but takes on much darker tones later.”
- “The atmosphere of the game starts cute and positive but gets a lot of darker tones later.”
- “The atmosphere is very calm and serene, and you can't die (obviously because you're already a ghost...), which makes the game very relaxing.”
- “It is dripping with atmosphere.”
humor
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is a mixed bag; while it features some great comedic moments, the attempt to blend a serious spiritual aesthetic with childish humor often feels disjointed and inconsistent.
- “But the game also doesn't take itself too seriously, and there are some great humorous moments.”
replayability
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game offers a non-linear narrative that enhances its replayability, encouraging players to explore different story paths. While some users note that replayability is primarily tied to achievements, the immersive experience leaves many eager to revisit the game periodically.
- “The overarching story kept me playing for longer stretches than I would usually dedicate to a puzzle/physics game; the non-linear narrative contributes significantly to its replay value.”
- “Replayability is somewhat limited to just achievements, but I was immersed enough to know I will be revisiting this hidden gem from time to time.”
- “The overarching story kept me playing through it for longer stretches than I'd usually accord to a puzzle/physics game; the non-linear narrative contributes to its replay value.”
- “Replayability is somewhat limited to just achievements, but I personally was immersed enough to know I will be revisiting this hidden gem from time to time.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players find the game's grinding aspect to be tedious and lacking in evolution, which detracts from the otherwise charming and potentially emotional story.
- “The gameplay is tedious and doesn't look to be evolving much.”
- “Grinding feels like a chore rather than an engaging part of the game.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay invested in the story.”
character development
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Character development is praised for fostering a strong emotional connection with the characters, enhanced by cohesive art and sound design that enriches the overall experience.
- “The character development has kept me caring for everyone on screen, and the art and sound tie it together nicely.”
optimization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The optimization aspect of the game is not directly addressed in the provided text, which focuses more on the quality of the soundtrack and voice acting. Therefore, no specific insights on optimization can be summarized from this review.