
Ghostrunner—the synth-drenched, katana-wielding cyberpunk juggernaut—is making its final run on PlayStation Plus Extra. Circle May 20 in neon: that’s your deadline to experience this pulse-pounding cult favorite before it slices out of the subscription library. If you haven’t already scaled the dizzying heights of Dharma Tower—humanity’s last bastion in the game’s rain-soaked, neon-lit world—now’s the moment to suit up. Miss it, and you’ll be chasing your next cybernetic thrill elsewhere.

Ghostrunner’s protagonist surveys the neon cityscape from the heights of Dharma Tower. Image: 505 Games/One More Level.
Launched in 2020, Ghostrunner is a masterclass in high-speed, high-stakes action. Players are cast as a cyber-assassin slicing through the perilous corridors of Dharma Tower—a towering, fortress-like city that serves as society’s last refuge. On a mission to overthrow Mara, the iron-fisted “Keymaster,” every encounter is a high-wire act: one hit spells instant death, so you’ll rely on razor-sharp reflexes and fluid parkour. Think wall-running, bullet-dodging, and gravity-defying leaps—each level is a deadly playground for the nimble and bold.
Ghostrunner isn’t just another action game—it’s a neon-soaked adrenaline rush. Its cityscapes pulse with an infectious synth soundtrack, and the controls are precise enough to reward pure skill. The game’s one-hit-kill combat and tough checkpoints create a satisfying, if punishing, learning curve. Critics have taken notice: Jeuxvideo.com awarded it 17/20 for its “brilliant artistic direction” and exhilarating parkour-combat blend, while Metacritic posts a robust 81/100. The game’s tightly designed levels have also made it a favorite of the speedrunning community, with leaderboards driving fierce competition.
But it’s not all style and swagger. Ghostrunner’s demanding platforming can sometimes feel brutal, and its vibrant visuals—while stunning—can make tracking enemies or routes tricky. The story, though serviceable, occasionally takes a back seat to the relentless action. Still, for those who crave a challenge and crave that “just one more try” feeling, it’s a rush unlike any other.
With a sequel already slicing through the scene and post-launch updates adding new modes, Ghostrunner’s legacy is only growing. If you’ve ever vibed with Mirror’s Edge’s kinetic movement, Hotline Miami’s intensity, or Katana Zero’s razor-focused action, this one’s a must-play. Jump in now to test your reflexes, patience, and resolve—before Ghostrunner makes its final dash off PlayStation Plus Extra.
TL;DR: Ghostrunner—the neon-lit, parkour slasher beloved by critics—disappears from PlayStation Plus Extra on May 20. Don’t let this high-speed thrill slip away!
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