Ghost Janitors Steam news

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• Review score85% positive
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• Release dateNov 8, 2025
• DeveloperInteractive Wave Studio
• PublisherInteractive Wave Studio

Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie

Company pages: Developer: Interactive Wave StudioPublisher: Interactive Wave Studio

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Ghost Janitors Steam news

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• Ghost Janitors — UPDATE V2.2.0 - 29 July 2026

  Ghost Janitors — UPDATE V2.2.0Talk, Ping, and Hide Better 💬Cleaning a haunted house with strangers is a lot easier when you can actually tell them where the ghost is.V2.2.0 is our biggest quality-of-life pass yet: in-game text chat, player pings, full controller support, and a heavy round of work on connection stability. Plus a change to how ghosts detect you when you're crouching, and a long list of fixes.💬 IN-GAME TEXT CHATYou can now type to your crew mid-match. No mic, no problem, and no more frantically pointing at a wall hoping someone looks.📍 PLAYER PINGSMark anything in the world for your team. Tasks, tools, doors, or the thing that just walked past the doorway behind you. Fast, silent, and a lot clearer than screaming.🎮 FULL CONTROLLER SUPPORTGhost Janitors is now fully playable on a controller, start to finish. Every menu, every tool, every interaction.🌐 CONNECTION IMPROV…

• Ghost Janitors v2.1.0 – Permanent Upgrades Update - 6 July 2026

  Ghost Janitors v2.1.0 – Permanent Upgrades Update Hey Janitors! 🧹👻 This update brings a brand new progression system, a new perk, plenty of bug fixes, and a big thank you to all of you. Let's get into it! ✨ New: Permanent UpgradesIntroducing Permanent Upgrades – buy them once, keep them forever! Faster Cleaning, Faster Sprint and Stronger Flashlight have been moved from perks to Permanent Upgrades. 🆕 New PerkTrash Juggler – you can now carry 2 trash bags at the same time! ⚖️ Balance & ChangesAll perks are now cheaper!Player names now appear above their heads when you look at them (only at close range). The inventory is back to 3 slots and the Extra Tool perk has been removed. We heard your feedback loud and clear – thanks for sharing your opinions, this one's a revert based on what you told us! Everyone who had removed perks active has been fully refunded for them. 🔧 Bug FixesFixed…

• Ghost Janitors — UPDATE V2.0.3 - 29 June 2026

  Ghost Janitors — UPDATE V2.0.33,000 Janitors Strong 🎉👻 Our Discord just crossed 3,000 members — three thousand of you, mops in hand, cleaning haunted houses together. We can't thank you enough. So we're doing what any good crew does: sharing the loot. A small patch this time, a couple of fixes — and a little gift to say thank you. 🧹 🎉 3,000 Members — A Gift For YouTo celebrate hitting 3,000 on Discord, here's a bonus code on the house: 3000DISCORD Head to the Shop, hit Redeem Code, and punch it in for a free $500 in-game. This one's LIMITED TIME, so jump in and grab it before the lights go out. ⏳ 🔦 Smarter HintsThe lost-and-found glow now helps on every difficulty: if a task goes untouched for 90 seconds, the game marks one for you — a soft light, right through the walls — so no crew gets stranded hunting that last stubborn mess in the dark. 📻 The Lobby RemembersTurn the radio off…

• Ghost Janitors — MAJOR UPDATE V2.0.0 - 25 June 2026

  Ghost Janitors — MAJOR UPDATE V2.0.0Step Into The Circus 🎪Two years ago, four janitors picked up a mop and walked into their first haunted house.Today, we're throwing open the gates to the biggest update Ghost Janitors has ever had.V2.0.0 brings a brand-new map, a brand-new ghost, a fully reworked cleaning system, new tools and tasks, and a long list of fixes and improvements. The lights are dimming. The big top is open.Step right up. 👻🎪 NEW MAP — THE CIRCUSWelcome to our biggest map yet. Silent carousels, abandoned tents, and a big top that hasn't seen an audience in years, but something down here is still performing in the dark. The Circus is a sprawling new playground of haunted attractions, with more ground to cover, more places to hide, and a lot more places for something to hide from you.🤡 NEW GHOST — THE JESTEREvery circus has a ringmaster, and this one wants you to play. The…

• Happy Birthday, Ghost Janitors! - 11 June 2026

  🎂 Happy Birthday, Ghost Janitors!Today marks 2 years since Ghost Janitors launched on Steam.What started as a small project slowly grew into something much bigger than we ever imagined. Over the past two years, we've shared countless updates, added new content, fixed bugs, listened to feedback, and watched an amazing community form around the game.None of this would have been possible without you.Whether you've been with us since launch or discovered Ghost Janitors more recently, thank you for playing, sharing your feedback, reporting bugs, posting clips, leaving reviews, and supporting our journey. Every single one of you has helped shape the game into what it is today.To celebrate this milestone, we're excited to announce that Ghost Janitors V2.0, the biggest update in the game's history, is scheduled to arrive later this month.This update brings a brand-new map, a new ghost, new tas…

• V1.3.0 — Customization Expansion & City Lights Fixes - 15 May 2026

  👻 Ghost Janitors V1.3.0 is now live!This update focuses on expanding player customization while also fixing a few annoying issues on City Lights Villa.🎭 New Customization OptionsAdded Costume Patterns to the shopAdded Pattern Colors to the shopMasks have now been separated from Hats in the shopAdded multiple new masks🛠️ FixesFixed a bug where an excessive amount of blood stains could sometimes appear on City Lights VillaFixed a bug where Karl could sometimes get stuck outside on City Lights Villa🔜 Coming Next MonthJune is going to be a massive month for Ghost Janitors:A brand new mapA new ghostMore details coming very soon...🏅 Ghost Janitors x Medal.tvBetween May 29th - May 31st, we'll also be collaborating with Medal.tv for a special event.Players who complete the upcoming Medal quest will receive exclusive customization rewards themed around the collaboration.More details will be…

• V1.2.0 — City Lights Villa Rework - 7 May 2026

  Hi everyone ! Ghost Janitors V1.2.0 is now live!This update brings the complete rework of City Lights Villa alongside multiple visual improvements, gameplay fixes, and stability updates.City Lights Villa ReworkExpanded and improved layout for better loopingUpdated atmosphere, lighting, fog, and overall visualsAdded new details and environmental improvements across the map Added new visual and audio jumpscaresFixes & ImprovementsFixed an important issue that caused crashes or connection problems for a small number of playersAdded a clearer in-game message recommending players to run the game as administrator to avoid most connection-related issuesAll jumpscare sounds have now been normalized to similar volume levelsChanged the jumpscare monster texture on Ravenwood ManorMade small visual changes to LindaImproved pentagram visibility with updated colorsImproved cross visibility with updat…

• V1.1.0 — Random Challenges, 67 Emote & Major Fixes - 16 April 2026

  Hi everyone! V1.1.0 is live! 🔥This update is focused on replayability and intensity, making every run feel different and more rewarding.🎯 Gameplay & Core Systems• Added randomized challenges each run (2 per match)• Completing challenges grants XP & money multipliers for finished tasks• Added new emote: the legendary 67 (six-seven)• Added toggle sprint option• Added toggle crouch option• Ghosts can't kill a player in the first 5 seconds after first-time spawning• Ghosts now ignore each other (no more pushing/interference)• Lobbies are now private by default⚙️ Fixes & Improvements• Fixed rare crash when ghost spawns• Fixed rare crash when a player gets jumpscared• Fixed issue where some save files could get corrupted• Fixed footstep sounds not working correctly for certain ghosts• Fixed issue where some tasks couldn’t be cleaned on multiple maps• General performance optimizationsIf you…

• V1.0.8 — New Achievements, Localization & Bug fixes - 25 March 2026

  Hi everyone! V1.0.8 is live! 🏆This small update introduces a set of new achievements focused on challenge runs, progression, and completion goals.🏆 AchievementsComplete a run without using a flashlightComplete a run without sprintingReach Level 100Purchase all items from the shopOwn all perks at the same timeRevive milestones:1 revive5 revives10 revives25 revives50 revives100 revives🌐 FixesFixed lobby translation issuesHopefully fixed the issue with the stuck "Waiting for other players" screenHopefully fixed a bug where the crucifix used for the respawn ritual could not be grabbedFixed a bug where the jumpscares could sometimes get stuckFixed a bug where sometimes the proximity chat was not workingSee you in the dark 👻

• V1.0.6 — New Jumpscares, Major Performance Boost & Easier Gameplay - 19 March 2026

  Hi everyone! V1.0.6 is LIVE! 🚀This update brings a massive batch of new horror content, major performance optimizations, and improved accessibility for new players.We’ve added over 20 new jumpscares, significantly improved performance across the game, and rebalanced Easy difficulty to create a smoother experience for newcomers.⚠️ Gameplay & Core Systems • 20+ new jumpscares added to enhance the horror experience. • Easy difficulty rebalanced to be more beginner-friendly. • Ghost speed reduced by 10% on Easy. • Clue spawn time increased to 1:30 on Easy. • The generator will not shut down anymore when the ghost spawn on Easy. • Doors can now be opened more smoothly (improved collision handling).🎯 UI & Quality of Life • Players can now set custom lobby names. • Added a TV in the lobby showing results from the previous round. • UI adjustments and improvements to various texts. • Character…

• V1.0 — Official Release, Revive System & New Horror Update - 13 February 2026

  Hi everyone! V1.0 — Official Release is LIVE! 🚀Ghost Janitors has officially left Early Access and is now fully launched. This major update introduces core gameplay systems, improved horror mechanics, massive localization support, and important stability fixes.Thank you to everyone who supported us during Early Access. This is just the beginning.⚠️ Gameplay & Core Systems • New Respawn System: When a player dies, a pentagram appears. Bring all ritual tools to the pentagram and begin the ritual to revive them. • Added mouse scroll inventory switching (CS-style item cycling). • New chase system visuals + redesigned chase audio. • New horror-focused head bob system. • Right-click zoom added. • Voice chat now remains active for 1 second after death — hear your friends scream. • When all players die, a black screen now appears to prevent the game feeling frozen. • General in-game audio volu…

• V3.2.0 – Visual Improvements, QoL Updates & Bug Fixes - 9 January 2026

  This update focuses on gameplay balance, ghost behavior adjustments, visual improvements, and a series of important bug fixes to improve overall stability and player experience.⚠️ Gameplay & BalanceAdded a yellow upward bar icon on the screen when the player is protected by light.“The Tall Guy” can no longer spawn on Easy difficulty.Adjusted ghost spawn chances across all maps for better balance.Ghosts now despawn after touching a player who has the Life Insurance perk active.Reduced animation transition speed for “The Nun” to improve visual flow.🛠️ Bug FixesFixed an issue where players could die after leaving to lobby.Fixed a bug where players could die while standing under light.Fixed stair colliders in City Lights Villa.Fixed light not flickering when “Karl” touched it.Fixed multiple light collider issues across all maps.Fixed an issue where the player character was visible when ret…

• MAJOR UPDATE 3.1.0 — Christmas of Terror - 5 December 2025

  👻 NEW GHOST — Creepy KarlA visitor you absolutely did not invite.Very fast and eerily quietHears players from long distances if they make noiseLoves to smile… and carries an axeNothing bad will happen. Probably.He has an increased spawn rate for a limited time🔧 NEW PERK — Generator TechnicianActivate generators 1.5x fasterSee the generator through walls for 1 minute after the run starts🎮 GAMEPLAY CHANGESGhosts will move faster on Medium & Hard difficultyAll ghosts will now respawn after killingGenerators now require activation time instead of being instant🎅 CHRISTMAS EVENT CONTENTGhosts now wear festive Christmas hats1.2x XP & Cash multiplier is activeJumpscares are more activeLobby & main menu fully redesigned for the holiday seasonHalloween & Christmas hats unlocked for all playersNew cosmetic colors:Deep Blue & Forest Green glovesDeep Blue & Forest Green costumes🐛 BUG FIXESFixed…

• Update V3.0.0 - 20.11.2025 - 20 November 2025

  Hi everyone! 🎉 Update V3.0.0 is LIVE!Please close the game and update it for the best experience!This update focuses on player progression, QoL improvements, and several long-awaited features requested by the community. Thank you for all the feedback — it helps us improve the game every week!Here’s what’s new:🛒 New Perk System (Available in the Shop!)A full perk system has been added to enhance your runs. You can now purchase and equip powerful upgrades before starting a mission:• Faster Cleaning – Clean messes 20% faster • Spooky Sprint – Move 20% faster • Ghost Insurance – Gain an extra chance before fully dying • Personal Clipboard – Always see your tasks on screen, use \ to view them(can be changed inside the menu) • Haunted High-Beam – 1.5 stronger flashlight⚠️ Note: If you die during a run, you will lose the perks you've bought, so use them wisely!🎲 Randomizer SystemYou can now…

• Update Early Access V2.7.0 - 28.06.2025 - 27 June 2025

  Hi everyone! Update V2.7.0 is LIVE!Here’s what’s new:AI Behavior & Gameplay: • AIs got upgraded to offer more realistic gameplay • AIs now have a 150-degree field of vision • AIs will randomly stop and look toward players – stay alert! • All alive players must be near the garbage truck to successfully leave the gameFixes & Improvements: • Fixed a bug where players could die randomly while downstairs • Reworked animations for some AIs • Adjusted task positions for better clarity and interaction • Various small bug fixesAs always, thank you for playing and please report any issues you find in ⁠bug-report on our Discord!Happy cleaning!

• Update Early Access V2.5.0 - 16.05.2025 - 15 May 2025

  Hi everyone! Update V2.5.0 is LIVE! Here’s what’s new: Gameplay & Controls: • Added partial controller input mapping – controller support is now being gradually implemented • Sprint has been removed • Players can no longer sprint while moving backwards to improve balance Ghost Adjustments: • All ghosts now move faster – stay sharp! • The Experiment has a new animation As always, thank you for your support and if you find anything strange, please report it in ⁠bug-report on our Discord! Happy cleaning!

• Major Update Early Access V2.4.0 - 09.05.2025 - 9 May 2025

  Hi everyone! Major Update V2.4.0 is LIVE! Here’s what’s new: New Content: • Graveyard Map has been launched! You’ll need to be at least level 3 to play it. • New Additional Ghost has been added! There is now a chance (scaling with difficulty) for a second ghost to spawn during your match and remain active for the rest of the game. !!! Whatever you do, DO NOT LOOK at it. Mannequin Rework: • Mannequin movement has been reworked for better accuracy • It now properly stops when in camera view • Added a new sound when it is being looked at • Fixed multiple bugs where it would continue chasing even while being watched Bug Fixes: • Fixed a performance issue causing lag on high refresh rate monitors • Fixed a bug where ghost positions were sometimes not synced • Fixed a bug where the ghost would stare at a player and vanish unexpectedly Map Access Update: • Crimsonwood, Ravenwood, and City Ligh…

• Update Early Access V2.3.0 - 18.02.2025 - 18 February 2025

  🎉 Hi everyone! Update V2.3.0 is LIVE! 🎉 Here’s what’s new: ✨ Changes: • Fully reworked the options menu • Updated various text inside the lobby • Added radio controls in the lobby: change song or stop the radio • Modified the Discord button in the main menu • Adjusted general audio volume levels • Added hover and click sounds to options and menu buttons • Added audio for the PC in the lobby 🐛 Bug Fixes: • Fixed a desync issue with light switches when pressed by multiple players • Resolved a bug where ghosts could kill a player under the light • Fixed Linda’s inability to walk through a door on Ravenwood Manor • Corrected an issue where two ghosts could spawn on Easy mode As always, thank you for your support and if you find anything strange, please report on ⁠our Discord server! Happy cleaning! 🤍

• Update Early Access V2.2.2 - 14.02.2025 - 14 February 2025

  Hi everyone! Update V2.2.2 is LIVE! Today's update features a small update related to some UI changes and bug fixes. Here’s what’s new: Changes: • Updated "How to Play" with new photos & tips • Lowered main menu music volume • Changed loading screen pictures • Adjusted camera up/down rotation limit • Updated text when hands are full Bug Fixes: • Fixed the second ghost in Nightmare mode standing still • Fixed tiny trash UI on 4K resolution • Fixed "Waiting for other players" text in single player • Fixed Medium quality not applying for new players • Fixed some missing tarot cards & uncleanable blood spots • Fixed ghosts not disappearing instantly when spawning in light I did not tag everyone since it is not something big. We will take a break from weekly updates and come back with a major update, I will let you know how it goes! As always, thank you for your support and if you find anyth…

• Update Early Access V2.2.0 - 07.02.2025 - 7 February 2025

  Hi everyone! Update V2.2.0 Early Access is LIVE! Here’s what’s new: Changes: • Upgraded visuals: improved lighting, fog, bloom & more on all maps • New animations for holding & turning the flashlight on/off • Flashlight upgrades: new radius, range, light, color & added light beam • Slight post-processing adjustments • Players now move their head when looking up/down • You can now zoom in on the task clipboard • Changed game icon, cursor & main menu screen Bug Fixes: • Fixed a bug where the ghost could kill players through light when respawning Known Issue: • If you stand exactly inside the ghost when it respawns, it may still kill you under the light Reminder: If you have performance issues on older PCs, lower your graphics settings! Thank you all for your continued feedback and support! We hope you enjoy these visual updates. As always, feel free to report any issues on our Discord ser…

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