Ghost Lift
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- Designer 尾根ギア (Onegear)
- Publisher Engames
- Illustration 別府さい (Sai Beppu)
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What to Expect
You explore an abandoned apartment building centered on a self-moving elevator haunted by lingering residents. Each turn you play a card higher or lower than the top of the discard, with direction set by the most recent arrow. The first player to empty their hand escapes; others accumulate penalties based on remaining cards. Multiple rounds are played until a losing condition is met.
Who Is This Game For?
Ghost Lift suits families and casual gamers looking for a short (about 30 minutes) card game for 2–6 players. Players aged 8+ can learn quickly; prior experience with hand-management or stop-style card games helps but isn't required.
How It Works
Core mechanics are Hand Management, Ladder Climbing and Score-and-Reset Game. On your turn you play cards that are higher or lower than the current top card; the allowed direction is determined by the last arrow card played. The first player to discard all cards escapes the lift, while others score based on their remaining cards. Rounds repeat until a player reaches the game's loss condition.
What Makes It Special
Designed by 尾根ギア (Onegear), Ghost Lift combines classic shedding/stop elements with a ladder-climbing twist in a spooky elevator setting. Its short playtime makes it easy to slot into game nights while keeping interactions focused on card play.
Pro
- Short playtime (~30 minutes) — easy to play multiple rounds
- Clear spooky theme centered on a haunted elevator
- Accessible rules centered on Hand Management
- Plays well with 2–6 players
Contra
- Short duration may limit depth for heavy gamers
- Potential downtime with higher player counts
- No solo option (minimum 2 players)
Setting & atmosphere
The game is set in an old, abandoned apartment building revolving around a haunted elevator; ghosts and the 'spooky old houses' theme shape the experience. The premise explains why players must release ghosts to escape.
Tips for beginners
Focus on managing your hand and paying attention to the current direction arrow; careful hand management is rewarded.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
No. The game's player count starts at 2, so a solo mode is not indicated in the data.
How long does a game really take?
The listed duration is about 30 minutes; allow extra time for setup and first-time explanations.
What prior experience do I need?
Familiarity with hand-management or stop-style card games helps, but newcomers aged 8+ can learn quickly.
How does this compare to similar games?
It blends shedding/stop mechanics with ladder-climbing and a score-and-reset structure, set in a ghostly theme.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes. With a minimum age of 8 and a short playtime, it's family-friendly if children are comfortable with card games.
What mechanic makes it special?
The Ladder Climbing mechanic combined with Hand Management gives the game its core tactical decisions.
Fazit
Ghost Lift is a concise, thematic card-stopper for 2–6 players. Choose it if you want a quick, interactive card game with a clear spooky theme.
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