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Ghost Master®

PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 2, Xbox, Mac • 2006

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Quick resume

Grim spectres, howling banshees, and sly gremlins are yours to command as you unleash ghastly spirits on the town of Gravenville and scare the wits out of its citizens. In the world of the Ghost Master, spooks do your bidding, as you solve puzzles and unlock mysteries in a challenge that combines the best of strategy, adventure, and...

Global score

89/100

Genres

Strategy, Puzzle

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    Pros

    • Unique and original gameplay concept
    • Humorous and spooky atmosphere
    • Strategic depth and puzzle elements
    • Varied ghosts and abilities
    • Good replay value and nostalgia factor

    Cons

    • Dated graphics and interface
    • Some ai unpredictability and pathing issues
    • Lack of multiplayer or social features
    • Occasional frustrating mission design
    • No mid-mission save and limited content

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

      Game with the same Autonomy vibe

      3

      "Players control different NPC characters with unique abilities and must strategize their moves and hero calls, allowing for personal decision-making within set scenarios."

      Capsule for OH! RPG! OH! RPG!

      "Players control ghost placement and ability usage but have limited direct control over NPCs, requiring strategic delegation and indirect influence."

    • Competence

      Game with the same Competence vibe

      4

      "The game involves skillful use of tools, deduction, and learning ghost behaviors, providing a rewarding challenge and feedback."

      Capsule for Phasmophobia Phasmophobia

      "Game involves puzzle solving, strategic planning, and skillful management of ghost abilities with increasing difficulty and feedback."

    • Competition

      Game with the same Competition vibe

      -3

      "Focus is on individual/team progress and mission completion rather than direct competition or leaderboards."

      Capsule for Satellite Reign Satellite Reign

      "Focus is on individual mission completion and personal strategy rather than player-vs-player competition or leaderboards."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      4

      "Players report long play sessions, replay value through collectibles, missions, time trials, and post-game content."

      Capsule for PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC

      "Players report replay value, multiple playthroughs, and long-term engagement with missions and ghost collection."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      -4

      "Gameplay centers on solo stealth and action without cooperative multiplayer or teamwork elements."

      Capsule for METAL GEAR SOLID 2: Sons of Liberty - Master Collection Version METAL GEAR SOLID 2: Sons of Liberty - Master Collection Version

      "Gameplay centers on individual control of ghosts and solo mission objectives with no multiplayer or team collaboration."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      4

      "Players can customize journal notes, choose upgrades, and experiment with different ghost hunting tactics and equipment."

      Capsule for This is a Ghost This is a Ghost

      "Players customize ghost teams, develop strategies, and experiment with different ghost abilities and placements."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      -4

      "Interactions are mostly with environment and NPCs without social dominance or power over other players."

      Capsule for Don't Starve Don't Starve

      "Interactions are with AI NPCs without social dominance or power over other players; cooperative and respectful tone."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

      4

      "Players use the game to immerse in a spooky fictional world, escaping real life through story and atmosphere."

      Capsule for Scarlet Hollow — Episode 1 Scarlet Hollow — Episode 1

      "Players enjoy immersive, humorous, and spooky fantasy world as a ghost master, escaping real life through gameplay."

    • Expectation

      Game with the same Expectation vibe

      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily for fun, nostalgia, and curiosity without obligation or external pressure."

      Capsule for Evoland Legendary Edition Evoland Legendary Edition

      "Players engage voluntarily for fun, nostalgia, and curiosity without external pressure or obligation."

    • Experimenting

      Game with the same Experimenting vibe

      4

      "Game encourages exploration of mechanics, puzzle solving, and discovery of hidden content."

      Capsule for Pony Island Pony Island

      "Game encourages trying new ghost combinations, strategies, and puzzle solutions to progress and unlock content."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      3

      "Players explore haunted environments and uncover cultural lore and secrets."

      Capsule for Pamali: Indonesian Folklore Horror Pamali: Indonesian Folklore Horror

      "Players explore varied haunted locations and discover hidden ghosts and secrets within levels."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      3

      "Team customization options allow personal expression within the game's aesthetic framework."

      Capsule for Blood Bowl: Chaos Edition Blood Bowl: Chaos Edition

      "Customization of ghost teams and ability upgrades allow personal expression through gameplay style."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      5

      "Strong fantasy theme with horror, supernatural elements, and imaginative setting."

      Capsule for Ghost Town Mine Ride & Shootin' Gallery Ghost Town Mine Ride & Shootin' Gallery

      "Strong fantasy theme with ghosts, supernatural powers, and parody of horror tropes creating an imaginative experience."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      -4

      "Game is primarily single-player with minimal social or community interaction."

      Capsule for Microcivilization Microcivilization

      "Game is primarily single-player with minimal social interaction or community involvement in gameplay."

    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      4

      "Players learn game mechanics, ghost behaviors, and improve skills over time to succeed."

      Capsule for Ghost Watchers Ghost Watchers

      "Players learn ghost abilities, puzzle solutions, and strategic planning, showing clear personal development."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -5

      "Sedentary gameplay typical of PC strategy games with no physical activity."

      Capsule for Total War: NAPOLEON – Definitive Edition Total War: NAPOLEON – Definitive Edition

      "Sedentary gameplay typical of PC strategy games with no physical activity component."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -3

      "Requires focused attention; some waiting but generally active engagement."

      Capsule for Graveyard Keeper Graveyard Keeper

      "Requires focused attention and strategic input; some waiting for NPC actions but generally active engagement."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      -5

      "Minimal social interaction or emotional connection beyond NPCs; no close relationships formed."

      Capsule for Merchant of the Skies Merchant of the Skies

      "Minimal social or emotional connection; interactions are with AI NPCs without close relationships."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      3

      "Players lead and manage a party of characters, making strategic decisions and guiding team actions."

      Capsule for Star Renegades Star Renegades

      "Players lead and manage a team of ghosts, directing their actions and abilities strategically."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      4

      "Players unlock new ghosts, equipment, and upgrades, progressing through ranks and challenges."

      Capsule for Ghost Watchers Ghost Watchers

      "Players accumulate ghosts, upgrade abilities, and unlock new content through mission success."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      2

      "Game balances challenge and humor to create an engaging but not overly stressful experience."

      Capsule for Felvidek Felvidek

      "Game balances challenge with humor and atmosphere, providing engaging but not overly stressful experience."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      2

      "Cartoonish graphics and sound effects provide moderate sensory stimulation and enjoyment."

      Capsule for GUNS UP! GUNS UP!

      "Cartoonish graphics and spooky sounds provide moderate sensory stimulation and fun."

    • Status

      Game with the same Status vibe

      -4

      "No social status or recognition systems; focus is on personal enjoyment and achievement."

      Capsule for Mail Time Mail Time

      "No social status or recognition systems; focus is on personal achievement and enjoyment."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      3

      "Game includes narrative elements, lore, and story missions enhancing immersion."

      Capsule for Xenonauts 2 Xenonauts 2

      "Game includes narrative elements, character bios, and mission stories enriching immersion."

    • Strategy

      Game with the same Strategy vibe

      5

      "Core gameplay is strategic planning, resource management, and problem solving."

      Capsule for Desktop Dungeons Desktop Dungeons

      "Core gameplay is strategic planning, puzzle solving, and resource management."

    • Thrill

      Game with the same Thrill vibe

      2

      "Some suspense from evading authority and completing timed challenges, but overall lighthearted tone."

      Capsule for Bully: Scholarship Edition Bully: Scholarship Edition

      "Some suspense from managing scares and NPC reactions, but overall lighthearted and humorous tone."

    • Value

      Game with the same Value vibe

      5

      "Highly praised for providing excellent entertainment and replayability at a low price."

      Capsule for Choice of the Deathless Choice of the Deathless

      "Highly praised for entertainment value, replayability, and low price, especially during sales."

    • Violence

      Game with the same Violence vibe

      -4

      "No combat or destruction; gameplay focuses on avoidance and survival rather than violence."

      Capsule for Through the Woods Through the Woods

      "Gameplay focuses on scaring and psychological effects rather than physical violence or destruction."

    • Survival

      Game with the same Survival vibe

      3

      "Players must avoid death and manage resources to survive ghost hunts."

      Capsule for Demonologist Demonologist

      "Players must manage resources and avoid losing ghosts to ghost hunters, adding survival elements."

    Analysis

    A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Leadership, Survival, Violence, Strategy. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Fantasy. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Violence, Intimacy.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

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