Ghostrunner Review

Ninjas have proven popular in practically every form of entertainment. Ghostrunner is the latest example that proves that video games are no exception to this.

Of course, developer One More Level has a lot to live up to. That’s because the Ninja games that are on the market are generally very good. Just look at the likes of Ninja Gaiden and Katana Zero for evidence of that.

Providing a modern take on the genre, Ghostrunner definitely gives you the feeling of what being a ninja is all about. While it is undoubtedly challenging and requires precision, Ghostrunner manages to keep everything feeling fresh and exciting.

Story

Ghostrunner’s story follows the same tried-and-tested formula of many games. You take control of a protagonist who has no memory of who he is. The plot starts with the warrior being thrown out of a tall tower, which acts as the last remnant of humanity. When he lands, the Ghostrunner travels to track down the Architect, the original creator of the tower. It’s from here that the story unfolds.

Essentially, Ghostrunner is about a political power struggle between warring factions. But it has the added element of the main character attempting to figure out exactly how he fits into the world.

For the most part, the plot isn’t going to win any awards for storytelling. While it is serviceable enough, the tale is also rather predictable in the end. Even the basic premise of an amnesiac protagonist is something that has been done to death. However, what the narrative does is never get in the way of the action. Everything kind of just works in the background, there to be enjoyed if you want.

Those who do want to experience the whole plot will get access to some great dialogue. There’s a great cast of characters and you can get invested in their stories. With the campaign lasting just over eight hours in total, it also puts quality over quantity. The story doesn’t go on too long, meaning it does not outstay its welcome. Yet, players who prefer to concentrate on the gameplay can without worrying about the plot interfering.