#THE GHOST ON THE SHORE FULL#
#THE GHOST ON THE SHORE CODE#

It makes you wonder how he died, what secrets the island he called his home has to hide and most importantly: why did he attach to me as the player? The concept | Having a voice tag along for the ride that you can’t see isn’t a fresh concept in videogames, but I don’t recall it ever being a ghost before.What we Liked! I’m always down for beautiful beaches.

#THE GHOST ON THE SHORE CODE#

ℹ️ Reviewed on PC | Steam Review code provided by the developer, this review is the personal opinion from the writer. I’m always thrilled to be part of the journey, even if it’s just as a far-off bystander.

#THE GHOST ON THE SHORE FULL#

This is actually a collection of moments: chatting with the devs over the course of a few years and seeing the game evolve after player feedback and having it shape up towards a full release. Will you help him? Is there a way to get rid of the spiritual parasite? Let’s find out by diving in! In Ghost on the Shore, you play as Riley, who discovers a mysterious group of islands in the middle of a storm and in the process, picked up a ghost hitchhiker that keeps telling her what to do. I knew then that they’d be a studio to keep an eye on when it comes to telling interesting stories and Ghost on the Shore is their first full-length commercial title, with hopefully many more to come! Like Charlie, the developer behind Ghost on the Shore, made their first foray into gaming with Marie’s Room, a short (and free!) narrative title that delivered a shocking twist. There are four branches with a different ending for each.Ĭreated by like Charlie, the team behind the award-winning story exploration game Marie's Room.LifeisXbox’s Ghost on the Shore review | I’m always excited when I get to play another Belgian game, mostly because I usually know the devs and their previous titles pretty well and I can’t wait to see how they’ve evolved. The relationship you choose to build with the ghost defines the narrative branch you get to explore. Just like in real life, things can become fun, exciting or plain awkward.Įvery dialogue option is shown only once, which makes your choices definite. You don't always know how your words will affect the other. Which creates a specific sense of what life was like on these islands before people started leaving.Ī unique feature that allows the player to make choices in a subtle immersive way. As you do, you talk to Josh about the history of the islands, his memories, his feelings, but also about Riley's dreams and goals, and why she's running from her old life.Īs a team, you and Josh discover the old islanders' belongings and uncover the stories behind them. You explore the beautiful scenery of The Rogue Islands on foot.

Choices in dialogue share your bond with him and ultimately influence Riley's fate.Īs Riley puts it all together, she comes to understand how an island's history has led to Josh' death.Įxploration and Environmental Storytelling

Joining with you on your adventure is Josh, a headstrong ghost, whose voice becomes known to Riley as soon as she sets foot on land.Īs you explore the crumbling homes of these now abandoned islands, you get to know the ghost, Josh. You play as Riley, a young woman looking for a fresh start, who arrives on the Rogue Islands after being forced to ground in a storm. Ghost on the Shore is a story driven exploration game about emotional ties that transcend even death.

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