Player Decision Brief

Ghost in the SQL Data

Consider it if you enjoy solving mysteries through structured data and want a guided introduction to SQL. It is a solo, case-based game; players seeking co-op or action-first play should look elsewhere.

$8.99 Windows, Mac Simulation Oct 29, 2026 83% Positive (36 reviews)

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Is Ghost in the SQL Data Right For You?

Best For

✓ Players curious about learning SQL through practical queries
✓ Mystery solvers who enjoy connecting data clues
✓ Solo players who like case-by-case investigations
✓ Players who prefer self-paced play without timed input

Think Twice If

! Players who dislike working directly with SQL
! Players looking for co-op or multiplayer
! Players who want action-led rather than data-led gameplay

Before You Buy Ghost in the SQL Data

SQL is the core tool: expect to filter and join tables as you investigate.

Early cases teach SQL basics; later ones give you the question and expect more independent exploration.

Windows and macOS are listed as supported. Check the Steam requirements and compatibility details for your system.

The game is single-player, with full controller support; do not expect co-op.

This is a paid game, so check Steam for current pricing.

Ghost in the SQL Data Fit Matrix

Coop

Low

Solo

High

Grind

Low

Story

Medium

Performance risk

Low

Beginner friendly

Medium

Early Buyer Notes For Ghost in the SQL Data

A practical read on fit, caveats, and things to confirm while broader player consensus is still limited.

Player Fit

• A practical fit for players who enjoy data-led mysteries and want to learn SQL through cases.
• The single-player format suits independent investigation rather than shared sessions.

Ghost in the SQL Data Key Features

SQL-driven investigations

Ghost in the SQL Data asks you to use SQL to find who called about a school fire 14 minutes before the first witness saw it.

Search emergency-call records

Explore a year of calls to the Paris Emergency Switchboard by filtering data and joining tables to investigate each case.

Learn SQL through cases

The first cases teach the basics. Later investigations give you the question and leave more of the querying to you.

Investigator's board

Pin results, charts, and notes to a board, then connect clues as you work through Ghost in the SQL Data's cases.

Mysteries set in Paris

Cases include a school fire, a metro ticket with no name, and a crown stolen from the Musée d'Orsay.

Single-player and Steam features

The game is single-player and has full controller support. Steam features include Achievements, Workshop, Cloud, stats, an included level editor, and Family Sharing.

Ghost in the SQL Data Screenshots

Ghost in the SQL Data FAQ

What kind of game is Ghost in the SQL Data?

It is a single-player mystery in the simulation and strategy genres, centered on using SQL to investigate emergency-call records and connect clues.

Do I need to know SQL before playing?

Not necessarily: early cases teach the basics. Later cases provide the question without the same introductory guidance, so expect to do more independent querying.

Which platforms does Ghost in the SQL Data support?

Windows and macOS are listed as supported. Check the Steam page's requirements and compatibility details for your computer before buying.

What languages are supported?

English, French, Italian, German, Spanish (Spain), Japanese, Korean, Russian, Simplified Chinese, and Portuguese (Brazil) are listed for interface, full audio, and subtitles.