Game Overview
A supernatural case begins with uncertainty, limited equipment, and the uneasy sense that something in the building is watching back. This Is A Ghost is an indie horror investigation game that casts you as an operative for a hidden society dealing with hostile or trapped entities. Rather than relying on direct action, it builds tension through observation, deduction, and the risk of misreading the signs around you. Its atmosphere sits closer to a paranormal field assignment than a conventional monster hunt: every contract asks whether the presence deserves destruction or release.
Investigations start with a kit of 14 tools used to locate evidence and narrow down the nature of a haunting. You search rooms, monitor supernatural activity, and compare clues against 15 possible entities, each tied to three distinct behavioral patterns; identifying the creature alone is not enough if you fail to understand how it acts. Four starting maps offer different scales for cases, from tighter locations where danger feels immediate to larger spaces that demand more methodical searches. Successful contracts build your reputation among secret organizations, opening access to tougher assignments and better equipment for future investigations.
The strongest idea here is the combination of ghost classification and moral resolution. Many horror games make the end goal simple survival, while This Is A Ghost asks you to investigate carefully before deciding whether an entity is a threat to eliminate or a spirit to set free. The broad set of entity-and-behavior combinations gives repeat cases more uncertainty than a fixed scripted scare sequence, especially for players who enjoy testing evidence against their own conclusions. Fans of Phasmophobia-style paranormal detective work, but who prefer a more contract-driven progression system and a solitary secret-society premise, should find plenty to like; newcomers can learn through early cases, while genre veterans have room to sharpen their investigative instincts.
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Installation
- Click the green button below to be redirected to UploadHaven.
- Wait 15 seconds, then hit “Free Download.” (Free downloads may be slower — upgrade to UploadHaven Pro for faster speeds.)
- Once downloaded, right-click the .zip file and choose “Extract to This Is A Ghost.” (You’ll need 7-Zip for this.)
- Open the extracted folder and run the game as administrator.
- Enjoy! 🎮 If you see missing DLL errors, check the _Redist folder inside and install what’s needed.
System Requirements
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 – 64 Bits
- Processor: Intel Core i5-4590 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600
- Memory: 6 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GTX 960 or AMD Radeon R9 390
- Storage: 12 GB available space
Setup Guide & Troubleshooting
How do I fix missing DLL errors for This Is A Ghost (v0.2.44)?
After extracting This Is A Ghost (v0.2.44), navigate to the _Redist or _CommonRedist folder inside the game directory and install DirectX, Vcredist, and any other dependencies included.
What should I do if the downloaded file is corrupted?
The full archive is 5.73 GB — make sure your download completed fully before extracting. Use 7-Zip to extract the files. If you still see a "file corrupted" error, re-download and try again.
Why should I run the game as administrator?
Right-click the game executable and select "Run as Administrator" to avoid save file issues and permission errors. This is especially important on the first launch.
How do I update my GPU drivers for this game?
The game won't launch — what should I try?
Try running in compatibility mode, install the latest DirectX runtime, or install the All-in-One VC Redist Package.
My antivirus is blocking the game — is it safe?
Antivirus false positives are common with pre-installed games. Temporarily pause your antivirus during extraction to prevent it from quarantining game files. You can re-enable it after the extraction completes.