Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex
PlayStation 2

Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex

80
Critic Rating
#Shooter

About

Based on the anime series of the same name, Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex is a fast-action third-person shooter for up to four players. As "Major" Motoko Kusanagi, Batou, and Tachikoma, you can engage enemies in both multiplayer combat and single-player missions. In single-player mode, your missions involve hacking into machines and computers, controlling your enemies' minds from a distance, and using a variety of weapons to eliminate your enemies. Complete the Story mode to unlock more playable characters, costumes, and additional weapons.

Storyline

The games take place in the year 2030, between the stories told in Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex and Ghost in the Shell: S.A.C. 2nd GIG. In the year 2030, cybercrime, espionage and terrorism plague a society lost between humanity and technology. As one of the trusted members of the government organization known as Section 9, Major Motoko Kusanagi must uncover the truth behind a mysterious case known only as T.A.R.

Playtime Estimates

Main Story5.7h
Main + Extra8.4h
Completionist-
All Styles6.1h
Confidence: 100%Updated: 9/15/2026

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Game Info

Release Date3/4/2004
DeveloperCavia
PublisherBandai
PlatformsPlayStation 2
GenresShooter
IGDB Rating80/100 (10)

Themes

Action

Perspectives

Third person

Release Dates

PlayStation 2Mar 4, 2004
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