Ghost Hunt

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Ghost Hunt is a fast-paced maze game where you steer a character through a grid of tunnels, gobbling up dots while fending off colorful ghosts. The goal is to clear all the dots without being cornered, with the ghosts moving in predictable but tricky patterns. Each level ramps up the tension as the ghosts close in faster, forcing quick decisions and split-second reflexes. The simplicity of the mechanics makes it easy to jump into, but the challenge of outrunning enemies keeps you coming back for another try. Released in 1982 for budget home computers, the game leans into the era's minimal hardware with blocky graphics and beeping sound effects. Despite its age, the formula feels instantly recognizable to anyone who's played similar maze-chase classics. Players who grew up on 8-bit titles might spot a few quirks, like the ghosts' occasional stutter steps or the clunky collision detection. These aren't flaws, just reminders of the hardware's limitations. It's a straightforward test of speed and strategy that still works after decades.