Geist GameCube
  • Publisher: Nintendo
  • Release Date: Aug 15, 2005
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66 out of 100

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8.7 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 16 Ratings

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  • Summary: As a spectral operative, you must search for your physical body, which is mysteriously being kept alive somewhere in an expansive complex. While exploring, you must collect the energies of indigenous spirits to help unravel a mystery and build your own power. You can possess a variety of creatures from human soldiers to dogs. You'll see the world in different ways as you travel through cracks, interfere with electronics, move objects, and more. Be careful--while some spirits are helpful, others are not. Defeat evil spirits with an array of weapons, equipment, and skills.… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 25 out of 43
  3. Negative: 2 out of 43
  1. N-Insanity
    88
    The unique multiplayer modes offer a different type of multiplayer experience and can be a ton of fun for long term FPS fans. In addition (I reiterate this point), the style of gameplay is so rarely seen that I suggest everyone at least try it out before turning away from it.
  2. Gaming Nexus
    86
    Some minor control issues, slight framerate stutters and a brief musical selection prevent Geist from being perfect, but the intriguing story, innovative multiplayer and spectral gameplay keep the game fresh and make it a must-have for GameCube owners.
  3. My Gamer
    74
    Geist is intriguing enough as the sum of its parts to elicit forgiveness for its shooting gameplay.
  4. Gaming Age
    42
    Disappointed because the concept was really cool, but the implementation blew. And disappointed that even Nintendo couldn't turn this one around.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 10
  3. Negative: 1 out of 10
  1. bradwicker
    10
    This game has great sound and cool graphics. Crank it up and start the killin.
  2. DavidL.
    10
    I have an advanced copy, and this game is absolutely incredible. If you buy once game this year, make sure it's Geist, even if it means skipping out on the new Zelda.… Expand
  3. RogerKeibler
    8
    The game is better than you might expect. The GFX are above average (better than the MOH titles) with much love for details. The Sound is spooky good. The overall gameplay is a bit choppy but well solved and refreshing new because of the Ghost-Feature. If you`re searching for a game that is a bit different and no mainstream at all, try this !!!… Expand
  4. [Anonymous]
    4
    The graphics are average, the puzzles are boring, and the game is just totally uninteresting. There are also lamer mags than EGM and the preview of Geist was pretty much the same as the final product. Oh, and before people get angry at me for giving Geist a 4/10, I have actually played through the game. Get Metroid Prime instead.… Expand

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