Ghostbusters: The Video Game

by Atari

Product Features

• An all-new storyline - same blend of humor and fright that made the movies a pop culture phenomenon. A continuation of the movie series, set 2 years after the events of Ghostbusters II.
• Blast and wrangle ghosts with an arsenal of unique and upgradeable equipment. Throw out a trap, hook a struggling ghost, and slam it into submission for final capture.
• Switch between 4 weapon sets to access 8 unique proton pack weapons ¿ different weapons are optimized for each enemy class.
• Use gadgets like the PKE Meter and Ghost Light to scan and analyze targets. Spend the money you¿ve earned to upgrade the power and duration of each weapon.
• Equipped with a variety of unique weapons and gadgets

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000ZK9QBO
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches ; 3.8 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: June 16, 2009
• Average Customer Review: 2.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,166 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Platform: PlayStation2 | Edition: Standard

Amazon.com Product Description

Ghostbusters: The Video Game, based on the smash hit motion picture franchise and featuring a completely new story, is coming to six game systems in 2009. Coinciding with the 25th anniversary celebration of the film’s original theatrical release, the game reunites original cast members to recapture the unique blend of humour and fright that established Ghostbusters as a pop culture sensation. Remember, don't cross the streams. It could end all life as we know it!

Familiar locations from the movies View larger. New Enemies! View larger. Multiplayer View larger. Who You Gonna Call? The Ghostbusters are back in an all-new story penned by the original creators! With Manhattan newly overrun by ghosts and other supernatural creatures, it's up to you to take on the role of a new recruit joining the original film cast of the famous Ghostbusters team. Equipped with a variety of unique weapons and gadgets, you will hunt, fight and capture a wide range of uncanny phantasms and demons in an all-new funny and frightening battle to save New York City from its latest paranormal plague. Key Game Features: Based on the classic Ghostbusters films and features the original cast Head out with unique weapons and gadgets Battle an incredible variety of supernatural foes Move through New York City and stop eerie enemies Become part of the famous paranormal ghostbusting team Cast from the Original Films Ghostbusters: The Video Game features the original film cast from the classic Ghostbusters films, including Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis and Ernie Hudson. Aykroyd and Ramis also return to write the script and storyline for the game. Enter an exciting gameplay environment that authentically recreates the whimsical time period of the film and expands the lore and supernatural events that seemingly plague New York City.

Product Description

When Manhattan is once again overrun by ghosts and other supernatural creatures, players will take on the role of a new recruit joining the famous Ghostbusters team.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Surprisingly good on the PS2, June 19, 2009

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N. Durham "Big Evil" (Philadelphia, PA) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Ghostbusters: The Video Game (Video Game)

The Ghostbusters video game has been eagerly anticipated to say the least, with early glimpses of promising action gameplay and the announcement that the original cast would be lending their voices to the game as well. Though the higher powered console versions of Ghostbusters are indeed great in their own right, I had feared that my beloved PS2 would wind up with a watered down port. Ever so thankfully though, Ghostbusters on the PS2, while looking quite different graphically in a cartoony-ish style (as does the Wii version) from its higher powered brethren, benefits from addictive and entertaining gameplay, as well as a wonderful re-creation of the Ghostbusters world. You play as a new recruit under the tutilege of Peter, Ray, Egon, and Winston; as you chase down some familiar looking ghosts (what would a Ghostbusters game be without Slimer and Stay Puft after all?) in a story that takes place after the events of the films. If there's any drawbacks to Ghostbusters, it's the control scheme in terms of wrangling and trapping ghosts, which is cumbersome and definitely takes some getting used to. Along with some graphical glitches, frame-rate drops, and slowdown; Ghostbusters isn't without its flaws, but the game remains a fun blast regardless. Once you get used to the controls, taking on ghosts is fun and rewarding, and scanning with the PKE Meter to unlock some bonuses and easter eggs will keep you occupied. The game's script is dynamite, and with a voice cast that includes the returning Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis, Ernie Hudson, Annie Potts, and William Atherton (along with new addition Alyssa Milano) help making even listening to the game a joy. All in all, if all you own is a PS2 and you're a Ghostbusters fan in the least, you should definitely pick up this game, and with the budget price tag it carries, there really isn't a reason not to.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Ghostbusters Are Back!, June 16, 2009

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S. Falkor (Lost in America) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Ghostbusters: The Video Game (Video Game)

I got the PS2 version at midnight last night, the game play is very characteristic of classic Playstation 2 and it has a very nostalgic feel for those of us who are old enough to have seen the movie at the theaters. It is great that the original actors/actresses have done all the voices.

I look forward to playing the PS3 version after I finish the PS2 version.


TWO THUMBS UP!

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Too buggy to play, July 4, 2009

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K. Graham (Clackamas, OR) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:3.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Ghostbusters: The Video Game (Video Game)

The game locks up constantly. I'm about 50% done with the game and have given up on it. It has already locked up at least 15 times, at which point I have to reset the system and start the level over. This is unacceptable. Apparently they didn't do any QA on this game, because a lot of people are complaining about the same problems. I can't even sell the game to recoup some of my money, because I wouldn't feel right about selling someone a game that doesn't work. Unfortunately, the people who make the game don't feel the same way.

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