Ghost Theory

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Ghost Theory casts you as a paranormal researcher navigating real-world haunted sites like castles and asylums. Play focuses on sneaking past spectral threats while uncovering clues through environmental exploration. Ghosts don’t attack directly, they trail you, trigger jump scares, and escalate tension as you push deeper. Use tools like EMF readers and sound detectors to map dangers while managing a stress meter that affects ghost behavior. Progress unlocks better gear and tactics to survive increasingly aggressive hauntings. The game supports VR but works without it, letting you duck into shadowy corners or sprint out of view however you prefer. The open-ended design lets you approach each location however you want, though getting too greedy for secrets raises risk. Community reviews note the atmosphere leans more on psychological unease than gore, with ghost encounters feeling unpredictable. A stress mechanic ties pacing to player choices, backing away from danger resets tension, while aggressive investigation invites consequences. Early access players highlight the satisfying balance between curiosity and survival, though some note the lack of combat keeps action tense but passive.