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What Is The Ghost

A 2D pixel-art ghost hunting horror game, solo or in online co-op for up to 4 players. As a hunter for a mysterious corporation, you collect and analyze cursed artifacts to identify the ghost before its anger turns into a deadly hunt.

Release date
October 1, 2026
Platforms
Windows
Developer
Deda Games
Publisher
Deda Games
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About What Is The Ghost

Survive Dangerous Ghost EventsUnpredictable events can end your mission at any moment. Stay calm or die. Collect Evidence and Identify the GhostCollect, investigate, and combine clues to uncover what you’re dealing with. Play Solo or in Online Co-opSplit up tasks, save each other or fail together.

Upgrade Your SkillsUnlock new abilities and improve your chances of survival. Customize Your AvatarUnlock new skins and personalize your hunter to match your style. Key FeaturesCo-op ghost hunting (solo or online with friends)Dynamic ghosts and deadly eventsProgression system with skills and ranksMultiple maps, difficulty levels, and rewardsEarly Access RoadmapExpanding the Map Pool to 10+ MapsExpanding the Ghost Pool by 4+ Ghost TypesAdd a lot more ArtifactsImproving BalanceImproving SkilltreePolishing the GameMaking the Multiplayer more stable

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★ 9.5/10Steam · 39 ratings
SteamLast checked November 1, 2026

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Really cute ghost hunting game. I appreciate that there is character customization and you can make your character a girl. It took me a bit…

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Really cute ghost hunting game. I appreciate that there is character customization and you can make your character a girl. It took me a bit…
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What is The Ghost is a beautiful departure from the ghost hunting game norm. With its retro-style look to how you figure out the ghost…
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It is a super fun 2d pixel ghost hunting game that you can play with your friends. It has ghosts, death and a skill tree…
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Truely an amazing game I love ghost hunting and pixel horror so this game brought me happiness in gaming thanks to my broski Justnazzzz I…
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This is a really fun game. It's cool having a ghost hunting game in 2D. Reminds me of the old days playing the snes. Can't…
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Such a cute ghost game! Found this game as a demo and thought it was a unique way of finding ghosties. Love playing with friends…

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