Underplayed Gems

Ghost in the Machine (2015)

Ghost in the Machine cover
Developer
Michael J. Moffitt, Julian J. Hammerstein
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
3.3 of 5, 21 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 35 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A tense, punishing retro platformer where one wrong move means instant death in a dark, machine-filled factory.

retrodifficultatmospherictensesimple controlspixelatedpunishingrewarding

What players say

Players strongly split on Ghost in the Machine. Many praise the music and tight controls but also report the dark monochrome visuals and restricted view make obstacles nearly invisible, forcing blind jumps and trial and error. A level editor adds value for some.

Screenshots

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