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Ghost Hunter
- June 18, 2004 18:12 PM PST
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If paranormal busting makes you feel good, keep an eye on Ghost Hunter for some ghoul-blasting fun.
It?s not every day you get thrust into the paranormal world, but such is the situation rookie cop Lazarus Jones finds himself in. Lazarus and his partner, Anna Steele, unwittingly unleash all manner of nasty poltergeists into the world. Anna gets snagged by one of the ghouls while Lazarus gets fused with one that gives him sight into the realms of the dead. Now he must save his partner?and the planet in the process!A dramatic setup like that demands equally dramatic weaponry, so Ghost Hunter equips you with ultra high-tech gadgets like futuristic assault rifles and blue plasma?like cannons. The preview version gave a good sense of gameplay variety with elements of stealth, reconnaissance, and straight-up action. It?s a bit tough at first to manage all the modes Laz has at his disposal, including first-person and hunter modes, but it gets easier as you play along. The visuals are already looking quite crisp with eerie shimmering effects for the ghosts, but the audio commands the most attention. Chilling atmospheric sounds and effective creature voices help get you in the spirit of things (pun intended). Look for more on this intriguing title soon.