Ghostrunner

Ghostrunner is a single-player first-person action platformer game. The story takes place in Dharma Tower, a massive structure that houses the remnants of humanity after a global catastrophe. Players take the role of a cybernetically enhanced warrior known as the Ghostrunner, who awakens with fragmented memories and is guided by a mysterious AI called the Architect. His mission is to ascend the tower, overthrow the oppressive Keymaster who controls it, and uncover the truth about his own origin and purpose.

Gameplay emphasizes speed, agility, and precision. The Ghostrunner is equipped with a monomolecular katana that kills most enemies with a single strike. Combat is built around fast movement, wall-running, and dashing, allowing players to close distance quickly and avoid incoming attacks. Enemies are equally lethal, as even a single bullet or strike can kill the player.

The game introduces mechanics such as the sensory boost, which slows down time in midair and allows players to dodge or redirect their momentum. Grappling points, sliding under obstacles, and chaining wall runs expand the platforming aspect, blending combat and traversal seamlessly. Levels are designed around a one-hit-kill system, where repeated attempts are expected as players learn enemy patterns and discover optimal routes.

Progression is tied to upgrades gained through collectible modules and the Ghostrunner’s interface. These upgrades are arranged on a grid, requiring players to balance limited space against the benefits of abilities such as extended dash distance, increased sensory boost time, or enhanced deflection of projectiles.