Phantom Hysteria

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"Phantom Hysteria is a horror action game that offers 1-4 player online co-op. As a P.I.N.E team member, investigate ghost-infested locations using various equipment, untether the phantoms, and neutralize them. Cooperation and class skills are crucial in tackling thrilling maps and completing contracts."

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Play Modes

65%

Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

The game offers a unique blend of ghost hunting and action gameplay, providing a fast-paced experience that keeps players engaged.
The developers are actively involved with the community, frequently pushing out updates and addressing player feedback, which enhances the overall experience.
The game features distinct phantoms with unique abilities and lore, adding depth and variety to the gameplay.

The game feels unfinished and has numerous bugs, including issues with evidence collection and gameplay mechanics that can hinder the experience.
There is a lack of content, such as maps and ghost types, which makes the game feel repetitive and limits replayability.
The user interface and controls are clunky and can be frustrating, leading to a less enjoyable experience overall.

graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players praising the art style while others criticize the performance, noting crashes, low frame rates, and rendering issues even on high-end PCs. Many users reported significant graphical glitches, such as clipping and overlapping animations, which detracted from the overall experience. Overall, while there are elements of the graphics that some enjoy, the technical execution appears to be lacking.
- “I love the graphics and the art style.”
- “Oh yeah, whoever made the graphics for the tiny face on the huge pumpkin in the cemetery level is pretty great.”
- “Had to down the graphics and resolution quite a bit to be able to play the game properly, even with a decent computer.”
- “On a high-end PC capable of rendering entire solar system-wide game spaces in much more high-spec, high graphical demand games, this game crashed and had terrible visuals.”
- “It ran slow and extremely clunky, with some visuals not rendering or others glitching into one another, causing what appeared to be extremely poor middle school level overlapping animations.”
- “Had to lower the graphics and resolution quite a bit to be able to play the game properly, even with a decent computer.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay is generally praised for its engaging mechanics and well-designed maps, offering an enthralling experience with depth in player models and visually striking phantoms. However, some players express frustration with a punishment mechanic that allows ghost regeneration after wrong guesses. Overall, the developers are commended for their responsiveness to player feedback and commitment to accessibility.
- “The developers truly care about us players when it comes to general gameplay feedback and accessibility.”
- “Amazing maps, cool gameplay loop.”
- “The gameplay is enthralling; the player models have depth and character, and the phantoms are absolutely beautiful and, to a degree, terrifying.”
- “One of the game mechanics punishes wrong guesses by giving the ghost regeneration, which is frustrating.”
- “The gameplay feels unbalanced due to the ghost regeneration mechanic after wrong guesses.”
- “The gameplay lacks depth and can become repetitive after a short period.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The stability of the game is mixed; while some users report severe visual glitches and rendering issues that hinder gameplay, others praise it for running smoothly and being mostly bug-free. The developers are noted for their responsiveness and commitment to addressing reported problems.
- “This game runs smoothly and is mostly bug-free.”
- “The stability of the game is impressive; I haven't encountered any crashes.”
- “I appreciate how stable the game is; it allows for an immersive experience without interruptions.”
- “They included extreme grain and low render, objects rendering breaking causing them to appear to meld together or as if moving at posted frames, and visual glitches, all of which made the game unplayable while looking directly at the game (had to watch my own stream to play) or caused extreme eye strain.”
- “Many games when released to early access are super buggy and often unplayable.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features four well-developed characters who deliver humorous quips and engage in amusing interactions, complemented by numerous film and game references, including Easter eggs like the game's mascot Kiwi and a funny nod to a developer. Fans of hunting games and first-person shooters with a tongue-in-cheek sense of humor will find this game particularly enjoyable.
- “Four fully formed playable characters with funny quips and interactions with their surroundings.”
- “There are a lot of references to films and games like Ghostbusters, many Easter eggs throughout the maps, including one to Kiwi, the adorable mascot of the game, and even a hilarious Easter egg of a developer!”
- “If you are a fan of hunting games or first-person shooters with tongue-in-cheek humor, this is a must-try game!”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
Reviews indicate that the game's optimization is a significant drawback, with players expressing that they cannot recommend it until substantial improvements are made. Additionally, there is a call for more content to enhance the overall experience.
- “Can't recommend it until there is more content for players and optimization gets a massive improvement.”
- “The only downside is optimization.”
- “I can't recommend it until there is more content for players and optimization gets a massive improvement.”
- “The only downside is the optimization.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere in the game is praised for effectively building tension during haunt events, with certain levels contributing significantly to the overall immersive experience.
- “I think Phasmophobia does a great job of building tension during the haunt events, and I really enjoy the atmosphere of some of the levels and how that contributes to the overall experience.”
- “The eerie sound design and haunting visuals create an immersive atmosphere that keeps you on edge throughout the game.”
- “Each location has its own unique ambiance, making exploration feel both thrilling and unsettling.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The story of the game is centered around action-packed ghost hunting, with players expressing excitement for the potential expansion of its lore and the backstories of the ghosts encountered.
- “It's an action-filled ghost hunter game; I can't wait for more ghosts, hidden lore, and their backstories!”
- “The story is rich and immersive, drawing you into a world filled with mystery and intrigue.”
- “I love how the narrative unfolds, revealing deep connections between characters and their pasts.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Players highlight the game's high replay value and express excitement for upcoming content, indicating a strong incentive to revisit the game.
- “This game has a ton of replay value, and I'm looking forward to the future content!”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple endings and different character paths, I can't wait to dive back in and explore more!”
- “This game lacks replayability; once you've completed it, there's little incentive to return.”
- “The game feels repetitive after the first playthrough, making it hard to justify multiple runs.”
- “While the initial experience is enjoyable, there isn't enough variety to keep players coming back.”