Welcome to Hell - Ghost Rider Game (2007) - Retrospective Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ก.พ. 2025
- Despite how you feel about the 2007 Ghost Rider movie, it did spawn a tie-in video game. The game takes place after the events of the movie and follows Ghost Rider as he attempts to stop the demons of Hell from taking over the world. Not only do you get to play as Ghost Rider in the game, but you can also unlock Blade as a fully playable character. However, since this was a movie tie-in game, it rushed to meet the deadline of the films release, which hindered some of it's creativity. So in this video, we'll analyze how the game was made, walk through the story, and discuss the best and worst parts of Ghost Rider the game. I hope you enjoy!
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This is one of those rare occurrences where the game is actually better than the movie, yet 2000's Marvel seemed to pull it off so often. Actually going to mythical locations, facing off against classic Ghost rider villains like Vengeance and Blackout, coming across Blade ( eventually actually being able to play as him), and comic accurate designs!! you can always tell they cared about the character when playing these games.
Definitely agree that the game is better! I love the passion behind the team making this game.
Game better than the movie like X-Men origin Wolverine
@@josephsawyer3982 Hulk (2003), Punisher (2004), this game, X-men Origins wolverine, are all ones that come off the top of my mind, yes.
@@thwipkid definitely loved the punisher. But I think I love everything punisher. I don't remember the hulk game but I did have it.
@@josephsawyer3982 unchained don't forgot to say unchained people may think you mean the wii or ps2 or hell even nds version as well but we true gamers only mean unchained
I remember when I was a kid on my psp and unlocking blade was the highlight of my week.
@Charles Hastings - The world simply wasn't ready for a Wesley Snipes/Nicolas Cage Midnight Sons crossover.
@@Kyran1996 That would've been beast!
Its not it "would've" it was it happend in this game
The fact they still made Ghost Rider sound like Cage and somehow Blade sounded like Snipes. Excellent.
This game is the closest thing they have to my dream game : Marvel Kart Racing. Spider-Man kart shoots webs. Hulk kart grows big. Captain America shoots shields like red turtle shells
Reminds me of Motor Kombat in Mortal Kombat Armageddon
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That’s such a classic and cheesy mode
@@Jonathan-A.C. Still fun during that time. The closest thing to Mario Kart on PS lol
@@My6119 Crash nitro Kart would like to have a word with you.
I think they made Lego sets out of it.
Damn, that producer really sounded like he cared about making a fun game and actually paid attention to the comics
Ghost Rider movie tie in video game doesn't really have anything to do with the comics
@@Oldschool1943
It does.
Just wanted to say this is one of my favorite new channels I've come across in the last year. I really appreciate someone highlighting these experimental older games before they found their AAA identity. Great video as always. Can't wait for Shattered Dimensions!
Thank you! I appreciate you taking the time to comment and tell me that 😃 I’m so glad that others are enjoying revisiting these old games as much as I am! Btw, are there any games you’d like to see covered in future videos?
@@alwaysnerdyretros Yes! The 2008 Iron Man game and it’s sequel. Also X-Men Origins: Wolverine. And if you don’t mind branching into some DC games, Justice League: Heroes. Keep up the great work!
@@cjdouglas3464 excellent choices! I’ll definitely get to all of them. In fact, I think I have all of those sitting on my shelf lol.
Can't believe Shadow the Hedgehog betrayed Ghost Rider like this!
He doesn’t need any Pathetic Friends
I noticed how a bunch of reviewers started to review this obscure PS2 Ghost Rider game for some reason. I'd oughta try it.
I wish this game could be what the developers envisioned it to be. Bike combat like DMC 5, Wolverine cameo, and a more in depth fighting system. Nonetheless, the game looks like fun, and I'll play it on a emulator sometime.
I noticed that too lol. It was on my mind because of the Halloween season, so maybe that’s why it’s been popping up more. If you have the opportunity to try the game though, I’d recommend it if you’re curious
Man I was having a bad day, but this video really cheered me up always super pumped to see a video
Thank you! I hope your day turns around too 🙂
Garth Ennis is a very hardcore writer if i can say that about him... but probably most of people watching this video know this, I was suprised to have learned he was the writer behind the story to this game! especially reading both of his GR story lines in comic books, whata weird feeling...
Ah yes, another childhood favorite. Man ps2 Era had many memorable games.
I had so much fun playing this game. Getting all the upgrades and ploughing through the further levels. Such a nostalgia bomb
Honestly, I'm just glad this review didn't devolve into calling this game a "Devil May Cry Clone" or just writing the whole thing off as one.
Blade being unlockable gives me serious nostalgia vibe for the Raimi Spiderman tie in for the first movie. Beating hardest difficulty unlocked Harry Osborne as the Green Goblin, complete with voiceover and new special abilities and all. None of the cutscenes worked and all, but it's great that they did that, even so much as recontextualizing the story a little bit for Harry.
That’s one of my favorite unlockables in any game! Fully playable and voiced goblin was such a joy to unlock. I remember being so surprised as a kid when I got that. Now I want to replay that game too 😄
Did you know that ot was Josh Leaton that voiced him. He would later voice Peter Parker in The Spectacular Spider-Man
@@gallifreyanknight1355 no I didn’t realize it was him! It’s been so long since I played it last. From what I remember, he did a good job
Fun fact, the GBA version has Mephisto as the actual final boss. Blackheart's corpse is secured/guarded/destroyed by Blade
Loved this and your Punisher Retrospective. Hopefully you will consider X2: Wolverines Revenge for PS2. It’s the first game I ever beat as a kid.
Yes I definitely want to do that one soon too! Btw, I can’t believe you beat it as a kid. I don’t think I got halfway through it. I think I remember juggernaut destroying me a lot lol
I would love to see another Ghost Rider game like this. Just more fine tuning and polish I feel like this would've been one of the best Marvel games out there. As it stands right now, it's just a decent game that I'm glad got released.
*tie in movie game
This game was and still is amazing! I just replayed it this past year, it’s the perfect movie/comic hybrid game!
*tie in movie game
I remember playing this game as a kid. It was great fun. Imagine Insomniac doing a Ghost Rider game.
47:58 this is one of the funniest game-related things I've ever seen. I loved this game a lot as a kid and I remember it fondly. Thank you for putting this together. I enjoyed it very much!
How do you go from making games about Spongebob and Power Rangers games to making a game about A fire motorcycle riding skull head character who stares at his opponents and depending on their sins turns them to charcoal
They’re all tie ins
A good retrospective you should do is the Blade games, no one ever talks about those two games, not saying that they were good lol
Thank you! He’s on my list for sure. Playing as him in this game made me want to try those games more. I’m nervous to try them though because I’m sure they’re bad 😆
@Romanogers4ever hahaha 🤣 I’ll keep the bar low myself
@@alwaysnerdyretros Try the Riddick games! 😅
My favorite thing about this game’s combat is a bit of tech you can do where you can cancel most of your animations into a block and use that as a means of extending more elaborate combos you might come up with because after that block cancel you can transition into anything else you want whether it be the specific grab attacks or say, you want to transition from your standard light attacks to your standard heavy attacks.
I love these sorts of action games a lot so these kinds of options do a lot for me.
You’re more advanced than me for sure lol.
This game was badass! It even included Vengeance and he's one of my favorite underrated villains. This brings back great memories!
I've been loving all the new video's lately. Your really underrated and I hope that soon your channel blows up and you get the success you deserve.
Thank you that really means a lot to me 😃 I’ve been having a lot of fun making them so I’m glad you’re enjoying them too!
Oh yeah, let’s go all the way to hell! Thought I’ve never played this game, it would be interesting to watch the video about it. It’s feels great that there’s a channel with an author who is in for comics)
Thank you I hope you enjoy it! I don’t think it’s one you need to play necessarily. Unless you’re really curious to try it and you can play it for cheap lol
@@alwaysnerdyretros now that I’ve watched the video, couldn’t agree more. I’d better replay The Punisher, X men Legends, MUA. I saw your videos about these games too and liked them. Thank you very much for the content, subscribed to your channel and looking forward to seeing SM SD video)
@@sosiska2842 Thank you for the support 😃 Yes you should definitely replay those games! They’re all excellent
I always love these videos, learning about these old nostalgic games is so awesome! Great video man! Thank you!
Thank you! 😃
It's great that Climax had the freedom to change designs of characters. From the interviews it seemed like they were really passionate about it.
This is one of the hardest but greatest games I've ever played on my ps2 and I wish I still had it but it's like a gazillion dollars online
this movie game is mediocre
I love these retrospectives, thank you for all the hard work and dedication!
Thank you for checking them out! I really appreciate the support 😃
I would love a new Ghost Rider game, especially since Ghost Riders chain combat would fit so well with an Arkham/God Of War 4 style system. I can imagine all the different cosmetics and things that could come with it, such as the Reyes Ghost Rider with the muscle car or the original appearance white phantom looking Ghost Rider who rode a horse. The vehicle mobility could be absolutely insane. Imagine absolutely gunning down the street before jumping the bike into the air off a car. In mid air, you go into an aiming mode, and point at a group of thugs on a roof, which uses your chain as a grappling hook, launching you towards them and banishing the bike . You beat their ass, using the penance stare on the last one, before you walk off the side of the building, landing on the bike which is parked vertically on the wall, and boosting down the wall and off to fight more goons and demons.
arkham didn't even exist when this movie game came out
I don’t know why but I can’t help myself from watching you videos, I genuinely get excited when I see a new upload. No matter what man, people will always be here for you.
Thank you!!! I really appreciate the support :)
20:23: “He’s not too tough to take down” mops up the Air boss with 4 shots
I remember getting the GBA version of Ghost Rider for Christmas back in 2007. In a way I felt kind of special because I was 7 and it was my first T-rated game. It's kind of a nostalgic game for me. I also remember replaying those motorcycle missions so many times. It was epic riding the Hell Cycle and it impressed me how Ghost Rider would go from a beat-em-up sidescroller to a 3D driving game
4:06 the blatant god of war shade is crazy here!
Dude no lie the levels in the amusement park are still to this day some of my absolute favourite missions in any game period. I’d not know why but that shit just so good.
I don't know why, but the thing I remember the most about this game was the heavy sound Ghostrider's footsteps made.
This is a great channel. Great way to introduce these games to people who haven’t played them. Very thorough and entertaining. Incredible Hulk Ultimate Destruction might be worth making one of these videos for!
Damn I’m 22 now and I remember playing this game as a kid and not knowing what to do lol. W Vid man brought back great memories
Thank you! I had the same feeling replaying it. So much nostalgia for a game I had mostly forgotten lol
@@alwaysnerdyretros Yea I definitely forgotten about this game till I saw this vid. I’m so happy you are doing this series. Just brings me back down memory lane 💯 Once again W Vid
One of my favorite games ever!! I really love everything about it, specially the Gothic designs.
It was my introduction to the larger Ghost Rider universe after the movie.
Also, if you've never played Shattered Dimension, I hope you have a great time with it. It's one of my favorite Marvel games, period, and I hope you have a great time with it as well. Can't wait to hear your thoughts!
They should remaster both the Punisher game and this Ghost Rider one.
And give the Punisher a new single player focused game too.
Give ghost rider a doom styled game
both movie tie in games it can't happen
Nic Cage is actually a bit of comics nerd. His actual name Nicolas Kim Coppola, and he's the paternal nephew of Francis Ford Coppola. He came up with calling himself Cage after both the composer John Cage and Luke Cage, and he did this avoid the appearance of (literal) nepotism.
I love this kind of videos man they are so god and entertaining, keep up the incredible work man!!!!
Thank you that means a lot to me! 😃
If this game was made today, knowing that 2K published this game, all the unlockable skins would be paid dlc via overpriced premium currency like "Soul Gems" or "Soul Crystals" or some other stupid name like that. Blade would be flat out $20 dlc
Fred tatasciore also voiced blade in this game as well , and ghost rider himself as well first in hulk and the agents of S.M.A.S.H. , and in marvel vs capcom infinite
Didn't know Sam Barlow was the lead for this. Damn.
Super underrated game imo. Old school PS2 graphics really capture the right dark atmosphere for Ghost Rider. Still remember that awesome soundtrack from the first stage and "There ain't no turning back" quote every time you tried to go back.
Dude, I love this fucking channel. Games like this, Rise Of The Imperfects, the PS2 Spider-Man games, X-Men Origins, etc. All these are staples of my childhood and i love seeing someone talk about them. In full honesty too which I respect, it helps get rid of the rose tinted glasses lmao.
Thank you!!! I really appreciate you saying that. I’m glad you don’t feel I’m being too hard on them either. I was a bit nervous about that honestly, especially with this game
@@alwaysnerdyretros nah, it’s criticism and what you’re saying are actual facts. Like I love Imperfects but it’s definitely a clunky game lmao. Plus when you’re being honest you can talk about more as well. You’re doing great, man.
@@neverminddontwannaknow4926 Thank you! I really appreciate the feedback. That’s actually very helpful
I remember playing this classic on my PSP in my younger days. It was a good one
Always get excited when you post a new retrospective! Thanks again for all the hard work and the amazing content!
Thank you for the supportive comment! I really appreciate that 😃
@@alwaysnerdyretros I have no idea if it’s any good at all but I’m pretty sure there’s a blade game that was on ps2 and is absolutely love to see a retrospective! Thanks again!
@@stevenkilboy1319 I’ve had a couple people suggest those games as well. I’ll have to get to those eventually. Although, they all said it was terrible 😂
@@alwaysnerdyretros 😂😂😂for some reason I feel like the worse the game is the better the retrospective becomes lol
@@stevenkilboy1319 That’s probably why it keeps being suggested. People want to watch me suffer 😈😂
Man this really boosted my day lol, thanks I always enjoy seeing these retrospective videos, they are very interesting to me seeing games I love it haven't played that i would if I had the chance be talked about and reviewed. Awesome work keep it up man!
Thank you! I’m glad I could help 😃 Are there any games you’d like to see covered in the future?
@@alwaysnerdyretros The ps2 xmen movie game, I never see anyone mention it and remember playing it as a child.
Another would be spiderman web of shadows I loved that game
@@thumbtack_7265 was that the X2 Wolverines revenge game or a different one? I’m definitely doing web of shadows at some point too! I’m really excited to try that one
This game looks likes if God of War 2 and Devil May Cry had a secret love child
Great review. You made some good points about all the backtracking and repetitive nature of the game. The lack of time and money really seeps through here. Oh, and congrats on making this review without mentioning that this is a clone of God of War. Most people mention that but i really don't think that is relevant.
Thank you! Yeah I debated on putting in some god of war stuff but didn’t really want to divert into that. I’m glad you appreciated that, because I was nervous I’d catch heat for it 😅
The voice actor of Scarecrow in this game also played Kakashi from Naruto, which is funny because Kakashi means Scarecrow in Japanese.
This was actually the first game I ever played as a kid, this is going to be a joy to watch and reminisce over
Man I remember playing this game over and over on the ps2. Loved it every single time.
You’ve been on fire with the uploads for awhile brethren! Appreciate your work 🙏🏾
Thank you! They’ll probably be around 3 week gaps from here on, but I’ll keep them coming!
I think, if you don't have it planed already, you should do the Fantastic Four movie game for PS2/Xbox. There's like no videos on TH-cam really talking about that game. Anyways, love your stuff.
Thank you! That’s a great suggestion! I own that game and it’d be a fun one to revisit. Especially if it hasn’t really been discussed much before on TH-cam
In the opening sequence the one who made a deal with johnny was mephisto. In the movie it was just the devil. I love little tweaks like that to make it more comic accurate. I also love how darkheart transformed into a more comic accurate vsrsion
I love ur vids man! Great job with editing!
Thank you! I appreciate that 😃
This game looks sick, but when I look at gameplay footage and things like the HUD, all I can think of is the Devil May Cry series. But I mean hey, I love those games (especially for the gameplay) so I’ll probably give this game a try some day. Great video :)
this guys community and discord is great
The voice for Mephisto sounds more like the movie black heart than Mephisto
Edit: I guess if blackheart is posing as Mephisto that makes sense
I really want the EnnisCut now this was my childhood game but now I’d want an M rated ghost rider game. Release the Ennis Cut!!!!!!
I used to rent this game from blockbuster every weekend! I should try to buy a copy
Did you know wolverine was almost in this game as a playable character but the developers were told to take him out
Here's hoping insomniac makes an M rated ghost rider game like they're doing with wolverine
0:00 Intro/Game’s Development
5:17 Story
33:16 Gameplay
43:40 Extras
55:29 Audio
1:03:07 Conclusion
I can’t believe I watch like 3 hour plus long videos about PS2 games….. In 1 day….
Great video! Always enjoy watching your retrospective videos
Thank you! I really appreciate it 😃
Been binging your channel and was literally just thinking about this game and then you post this. Crazy perfect timing 😂
Haha we’re synced 👀😆
This game was sooooo goooood . I remember trying to hit the higest combos because it was so sick ! I love it .
yo loving these marvel game retrospectives keep em coming my guy!!!!!!!
Thank you and will do!
Ghost Rider absorbing demon souls and no one has mentioned Capcom's Chaos Legion and Onimusha series. I have only played X-Men Legends 2 and MUA, but I have missed out on this game and Punisher.
One of the most underrated games on the ps2.
6:21 Shadow The Hedgehogs voice actor
My immediate first thought.
Man you were going so good, we need a part 2!(Of Streets Of The City of course)
It’s like Ride to Hell: Retribution but good
I had this on PSP. One of the best games I played on there.
This was on psp?
@@rmbwemanplays5567 yes
@@dericjames2018 thanks for the response
@@rmbwemanplays5567 no problem
Great review. Fair, complete, informative, and constructive for devs who want to touch the material here.
Man are you gonna be happy as SHIT when you play Shattered Dimensions. I know people think Spiderman PS4 is the best Spiderman game out there, but at least before that, Shattered Dimensions takes the cake. Use of source material, aesthetics, gameplay, uniqueness, audio/visual quality, and the story are all top notch
Thank you 😃
You aren’t kidding about Shattered Dimensions! This is my first time playing it and I’m blown away! I’m so mad at myself for missing out on this. It’s so good! I think Spiderman PS4 took some of its gameplay as inspiration too, since some of it feels familiar to that game for me
@@alwaysnerdyretros
Ye fr. I played the shit out of that game on the Wii when I was a kid, and every single level was amazing. I also think that the new SM game took some feeling from this game, because it really captures the feeling of moving around as Spiderman
@@Jonathan-A.C. Yeah I definitely see what you’re saying. I’ve been loving my time with it so far!
X-Men: The Official Game (2006) is definitely worth one of these reviews! Such a fun game.
Thanks for putting some respect on a game I cherished very much as a young lad 💓🙏💓
I have waited so long for this game to get the recognition it deserved. Not the greatest game in the world but for me it ate up my childhood when I first bought the PS2 and this game alongside it. I have been enjoying these retrospectives and have obviously subbed for more.
I have one request, can you take a look at the Captain America game?
Give Ghost Rider to Capcom and I bet you'll have a classic game
Great video for Halloween man. I definitely would love an open world Ghost Rider game. I think the only thing close to that is the Lego games while playing as the Rider. But I do have a soft spot for this game. I Definitely feel the influences from other hack n slash games such as Devil May Cry and God of War. I appreciate your review and I look forward to your Spider-Man Shattered dimensions. Happy Halloween to ya Always Nerdy!
Thank you and I totally agree on an open world Ghost Rider game! It’s kind of surprising nobody’s done it yet. I may have to try the Lego games like you suggested. I need something to scratch the Ghost Rider itch after playing this game lol
I didn't know that ppl knows about this game 😂 u are a legend 💪
I miss these kinda mid budget, DMC GoW hack and slash games. They hit me right in the nostalgia in the best way.
I remember playing more of the Gameboy Advanced game because that's what I had access to as a smol boi. Overall the game was pretty simplistic; a side-scrolling adventure with platforming and demon killing while combining punches and chain attacks, sprinkled with levels on the Hell Cycle in a similar fashion to what the console game entails. The one major difference I remember is that the cutscenes seemed to have a lot more explanation in them and that the main boss fight wasn't actually Blackheart but the real Mephisto. He morphs into a giant demon head that breathes fire and smashes his fists on you but that's ALL you see of him, hinting that either Mephisto is living shadow or is so big that that's all that can be made out from his grand size. I would have personally preferred Mephisto being the final boss in this game as well but seeing comic-accurate Blackheart isn't so bad either.
I remember the action figure of the scarecrow based on this design
somehow has a better penace stare animation then in mvci (marvel vs capcom infinite).
loved this game as a kid and just recently played thru it again. to me, its a timeless game. or maybe thats me looking thru nostalgia goggles heh
Loving these retrospectives man
Thank you!
Seeing this makes me wanna see you do a review on Spawn: Armageddon
Mr Nerdy, can you please think about making a Wolverine's Revenge retrospective review? I really wanna hear YOUR coverage of that game!
Fun Fact: Wolverine was gonna be in this game and was mostly done but they scrapped him a few months before release.
wolverine couldn't be in it since this is an movie tie in game in sony universe while wolverine is from fox marvel universe. so i don't see how that's an "fact"
I'd love to see a retrospective on the 2003 Hulk game
That would be a fun one! I really need to start getting into some hulk games in general lol
@@alwaysnerdyretros Ultimate Destruction is God sent. Needs a remake ASAP
@@Jedi_Knigga that’s definitely the most requested hulk game! I’d love a remaster for it too 🤞
@@alwaysnerdyretros I HIGHLY recommend Incredible Hulk: Ultimate Destruction. It is THE best Hulk game
@@Mr22222n00b eventually I’ll probably do a hulk series. The 2003 game, ultimate destruction, and the Incredible Hulk movie game. I remember enjoying all 3 as a kid and I’d love to revisit them!
This Game actually looks pretty damn Awesome and I would play it if it gets a remastered version like The Punisher Video Game you reviewed and I have played it but I never got to to finish it so this game becomes playable again I would definitely pick up my controller and play as The Spirit of Vengeance!
The thing about Garth Ennis is that he’s an edgelord. He doesn’t really know how to or even care to write nuance or depth. I doubt “tone it down” is part of his vocabulary. He hates superheroes and religion so all that stuff he did doesn’t really surprise me in the slightest.
U can taunt to raise the combo meter to reach the vengeance rank faster, it makes enemies run at you when you do it but it’s worth it