Soul Hunter
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About Soul Hunter
Soul Hunter is a paranormal-themed adventure RPG set in Japan’s haunted locales. Developed by CGI LAB GAMES, it launched in late 2026 on PC. You join a team of researchers using a spirit-banishing camera to navigate cursed environments while fending off ghosts that feed on fear. The game blends exploration with survival elements, letting you play solo or co-op. Its indie roots shine in quirky design choices, though ambition sometimes overshadows polish. Best described as a spooky mystery where your camera is both tool and weapon.
Gameplay
You spend most sessions wandering eerie locations like abandoned shrines and haunted houses. Ghosts appear unpredictably, forcing you to snap photos to weaken or banish them. Each spirit has distinct behaviors, some hide in shadows, others warp the environment. Managing a sanity meter adds tension; failing checks can trap you in hallucinations. Multiplayer lets partners tag-team challenges, though coordination is clunky. The camera’s limited battery forces strategic use, and puzzles often hinge on capturing specific angles. Combat feels more like evasion than action, emphasizing stealth over aggression.
What Players Think
PlayPile users rate it 82%, while critics average 78%. 65% of players finish the base game, with 33% completing it under 20 hours. Average playtime is 12.5 hours, though 45% label it “Spooky fun” while 25% call it “Boring.” The 142 achievements have a 78% completion rate, heavy on exploration. One review: “Uneven but atmospheric, with a camera mechanic that’s more gimmick than genius.” Price drops to $22.50 during sales (original $29.99). Multiplayer is praised for co-op bonding but criticized for lag in 25% of reviews.
PlayPile's Take
Soul Hunter works best as a short, spooky diversion. It’s $29.99, but a 40% discount makes it tempting for fans of ghostly adventures. The camera mechanic is clever but underdeveloped, and pacing stutters between engaging and tedious. Achievements pad the experience but don’t fix core flaws. If you like light-hearted horror and don’t mind a bumpy ride, it’s worth a try. Stick to single-player, it’s more stable and avoids the game’s online awkwardness.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
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