Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective Reviews

Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective is ranked in the 95th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
9.5 / 10.0
Jun 27, 2023

Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective remains a great adventure title that deserves attention thanks to its inventive way of dealing with a ghost's exploitability and agency. Couple that with the creator's well-written crazy twists and here's an unmissable game back on today's consoles.

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8 / 10.0
Jul 4, 2023

The seventh generation of consoles was marked by a creative peak for the industry, which began to take advantage of the new ways of playing that became popular there, as is the case with both the motion sensors on the Wii and the touch screen on the Nintendo DS. Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective is yet another inventive, consequential title from that era that has finally managed to break free of its shackles to reach a wider audience. Furthermore, with charismatic characters, striking visuals and unique gameplay, the game is one of those fascinating experiences that every now and then arise to remind us why we like video games in the first place.

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80 / 100
Jul 5, 2023

Ghost Trick: Detective Phantom is one of those rare gems that shows you standalone games can exist, and you don't need follow-ups. It's rewarding. It's fun. And they've got a cute darn pomeranian trying to protect its owner with its life. What's not to like about it?

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8 / 10.0
Jun 27, 2023

Ghost Trick Phantom Detective, even with its quite obtuse puzzles, is a joy to play. Particularly with its interesting story full of twists and turns and unique characters.

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Unscored
Jun 27, 2023

Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective creates a rewarding experience for all fans of the mystery genre and is a must play for those that love challenging puzzles with a supernatural flavour.

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8 / 10.0
Jun 28, 2023

Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective isn’t a masterpiece, but it’s a lot of fun. The gameplay might be more straightforward, though creative solutions more than make up for it. This, combined with an engaging narrative that doesn’t take itself too seriously, makes for adventure fans of Ace Attorney, or story-driven puzzle games will surely enjoy.

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8 / 10.0
Jun 28, 2023

A fresh breath of life for an old classic, Ghost Trick remains a quirky and strong narrative with lots of creative puzzles.

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Unscored
Jun 28, 2023

Ghost Trick: Ghost Detective revitalizes us and offers a new opportunity to enjoy a fabulous game with more than 13 years behind it. Now in high definition as well as multiplatform, thus being accessible to all users of a home or portable system. An adventure with a very interesting story and characters with strong charisma that will inevitably make us feel affection for them, without a doubt, the strong point of the game. Its impeccable artistic section is not far behind, forcing us to emphasize that both its refresh rate, a constant 60 FPS, which makes its animations even more dazzling, together with its 1080p graphics, make it a visual marvel. A game in which ingenuity and observation will be necessary through 18 chapters that will keep us busy for a minimum of 13-14 hours, with some postgame unlockable extras that will offer us a little more fun with which to squeeze the title once finished.

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9 / 10
Jun 28, 2023

Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective game offers a refreshing twist on the mystery genre, blending intricate puzzles, compelling storytelling and a charming cast of characters that will keep the audience hooked from start to finish.

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9 / 10.0
Jun 28, 2023

Ghost Trick presents a unique and intriguing gameplay experience, successfully combining visual novel elements with environmental puzzle-solving. Despite its linearity, it engrosses the player with clever humor, witty dialogue, and an engaging cast. However, its short length and lack of replayability can be seen as shortcomings. The remaster significantly improves the game's visuals and user interface, enhancing the overall experience and making it feel like a modern title.

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Recommended
Jun 27, 2023

Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective deserves to haunt storefronts 12 years after its initial release. It is a haunting experience you will want to have at least once. But is there enough here to keep you coming back?

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9 / 10.0
Jun 27, 2023

Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective is a masterwork of puzzle engineering, with a fantastic cast, impeccable design, and no shortage of surprises in store.

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5 / 5.0
Jun 27, 2023

While it doesn’t have too much new to offer compared to the original, Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective is as much a masterpiece now as it was when it first launched ten years ago. The passage of time makes some games lose their luster, but Ghost Trick shines as brightly as ever. Its story, humor, and puzzles still stand strong, and it was a delight to revisit this game.

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9.5 / 10.0
Jun 27, 2023

Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective is an essential play for anyone that loves the idea of a good murder-mystery game. The story that unfolds is unlike anything else in the medium, and damn near everything about it is perfect.

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Jun 27, 2023

With a stunning art style, unique puzzles, and a one-of-a-kind concept, Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective is an easy recommendation for anyone looking for a puzzle game. While not without its frustrations, it’s a journey to the afterlife worth taking - and one you’ll be coming back to.

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8.7 / 10.0
Jun 27, 2023

With Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective, Capcom brings a title into modern times that didn't get the fame it deserved when it was first released. Because the adventure of Sissel and all the characters he meets on that fateful night is not only fantastically written, but also beautifully staged. Each chapter surprises with new mechanics and twists that lead to a grandiose finale at the end. A must-play for all mystery and crime fans.

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