Nintendo DS · Adventure / Puzzle
Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2010 |
| Genre | Adventure, Puzzle |
| Developer | Capcom |
| Publisher | Capcom |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Developed by Capcom, Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective arrived on the Nintendo DS in 2010 as an adventure game. It blends adventure and puzzle elements.
It landed about 6 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2010 include Dragon Quest IX, Golden Sun: Dark Dawn and Ōkamiden. Among the 99 DS adventure games in our database, it ranks #24 by legacy score.
Capcom also made Ace Attorney Investigations 2: Prosecutor's Gambit, Mega Man Star Force and Ōkamiden for the DS.
Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
Maybe skip it if…
- you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective walkthroughs & guides
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Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective FAQ
When did Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective come out on the DS?
Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective was released for the Nintendo DS in 2010.
Who made Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective?
It was developed by Capcom.
Is Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective multiplayer?
No. Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective is a single-player game.
How long does Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective take to play?
As an adventure game, Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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