Avoid the Ghosts is a web-based action game by tvstar1999, officially released on August 17, 2021. The game was inspired by a Reddit post that proposed a unique gameplay concept, leading to its development as a simple yet engaging experience.

In Avoid the Ghosts, players use the space bar to light a candle, which serves as their only light source. The core mechanics revolve around strategically illuminating ghosts within range, as they will disappear after being lit more than four times.

The storyline of Avoid the Ghosts centers on a player navigating through a dark environment filled with ghosts, relying on their candle to survive and clear the area of these spectral threats. The objective is to avoid being caught while managing the limited light provided by the candle.

Avoid the Ghosts stands out with its minimalist design and straightforward gameplay, emphasizing quick reflexes and strategic planning to outmaneuver the ghosts. The unique mechanic of using light to dispel enemies adds an intriguing layer to the traditional avoidance genre.