The rumoured remaster of Ghostbusters: The Video Game is confirmed to be heading to Switch and other platforms 'later this year' as part of the franchise's 35th anniversary.
The 2009 original collected the voice talents of nearly all the original cast and gave fans an extremely authentic-feeling third chapter after the original 1984 film and its 1989 sequel. Ghostbusters: The Video Game Remastered is being handled by Saber Interactive and Mad Dog Games rather than the now-defunct Terminal Reality.
A cartoon-y adaptation of the game came to Wii and PS2, but this will be the first time the original full-fat version has appeared on a Nintendo console and we're psyched to revisit it on Switch.
Here's a little text from the official blurb:
Hunt, fight and trap a variety of new and familiar ghouls and phantasms, all remastered in HD resolution. Ghostbusters: The Video Game Remastered equips you with cool gadgets and upgradeable weapons to play with in huge boss fights and destructible environments. Scan and analyze targets with the P.K.E. Meter and Paragoggles, then strap on your Proton Pack to wear ghosts down with the blast stream before wrangling them with the capture stream.
Are you excited to get bustin' on Switch? Can you tell that we are? Let us know if you feel good below.
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I've never played this game but I've heard it's a cult classic. I'll probably buy it when it's on sale.
I might bite.
I haven't been really into Ghostbusters since a kid. But i'll give it a try if it reviews well. A good game is a good game in my opinion and worth a try. And love it or hate it who can forget that iconic song?
I had a lot of fun with the ps2 game (still have it actually). If this gets a physical release and runs well I'd consider picking it up.
Oh cool I never picked up this game.
Huh. Can't ssy I was expecting this one to get a remaster.
This game rules I’m very happy about this
heh.
i remember playing the demo but never picked it up.
i do remember this game ran terribly on the ps3 compared to the 360. hopefully the switch gets a competent port and not some travesty.
We picked up a used XB360 at a garage sale, and headed over to the used section of a GameStop just to play this game (well, pretty much just to play this game). I played the Wii version when it first came out, but there's just something about the more photorealistic graphics that makes it seem more cinematic. The story and voice-acting are all really good.
Damn.
When I read it was a 'remaster', I was hoping that meant all the male Ghostbusters would be replaced by the women from the far superior film.
Nice. Really enjoyed this game on PS3. I would have played the PS4 Remaster, but a Switch port is preferable.
I can't wait to play this!
Never played it back in the day but call me interested.
I bought the PS3 version when it was new and took it back a few days later to trade in because I didn't really like it.
If I remember correctly I bought it for £45 and game would only give me £20 for it because so many other people had already returned it so they were over stocked
Good job I didn't buy it digitally otherwise I'd have been really screwed
Nice addition to library
Brilliant - I only ever played the Wii version. Day one for Harold Ramis alone!
"Listen, do you smell something?" is one of the most underrated comedy lines ever.
*Edited. Thanks Robby
Never finished it on 360. So it'll be fun to revisit
This is gonna be great. It was super fun, I don't think it was double dip fun. The new film notoriety is probably what is driving fans back to it. Only way I would get it is if it had multiplayer online for like some sort of mode against waves of ghosts or something different than the original other than the aesthetics.
"Don't cross the streams."
Best Ghostbusters game ever, love this game
Lovely. Sadly I never got around to finishing it back on the PS3 either, but seeing it's coming to the Switch (hopefully a finely developed port) is grand. I still have the strategy guide laying around that'll come in handy. A September-October release would be even more perfect.
I've been wanting to play this for quite a while. Hope it gets a physical release.
Nice addition to the Switch library with an obviously very strong & recognizable franchise! I’m gonna call the Ghostbusters for sure! Great game on the 360!
Basically what should have been the third Ghostbusters movie.
Good game.
Day one if it gets a cartridge.
I've heard good things.
Might download this.
The Genesis version is where I hold my standard. That was great.
Sold.
Was always annoyed by the Wii version being the lesser port (admittedly the “lesser” is entirely subjective)
@Joe-b that was indeed an amazing Ghostbusters game! The music was awesome as well! Miss those days!
I always wanted to play the HD version of this Ghostbusters game. Don't get me wrong I really enjoyed the Wii version which has cartoony charm to it.
@joey302 yes, that was a gem. I enjoyed that one.
Lemme tell ya something:
BUSTIN' MAKES ME FEEL GOOD!
Please have gyro aiming!
Please have gyro aiming!
Please have gyro aiming!
You just can’t take these things for granted after RE4...
I absolutely loved this game. The gameplay isn’t anything too special but being a fifth Ghostbuster and teaming up with the rest of the team makes it so much better.
I just watched the 2016 reboot for the first time a few days ago, and it was the extended cut, too. I feel like I might have summoned this somehow.
1. You're welcome.
2. Not as bad as people were saying, imo. It definitely has more low points than highs, though.
3. Gonna start watching F-ZERO GP now, in the hopes that it will summon a new game announcement at E3.
As long as it retains everything from that game, especially voice-overs, and it comes in physical form, I'll get it. I was looking for it on Xbox 360, but it's not that easy to find.
@KennyBania
Man, I'll hope you're being sarcastic, or I will need to ask for your address.💪
Niiiiiiice. Always wanted to play this, but having it tethered to the PS360 was annoying.
Looking forward to playing the real Ghostbusters 3. Nostalgia overload.
Would love to see a retro release of the Amstrad CPC Ghostbusters. Loved that game
(or C64, Speccy Version for the lower class 😜)
Yes yes yes. This is great news. Day one!
I am looking forward to this. I enjoyed Ghostbusters on Wii, and I really like the original movies.
"This fall... There's something strange... in your neighborhood..."
loud Switch Click sound
Wow nice, day 1 buy, never got to finish it
@GrailUK Hey, the line is, "Listen, do you smell something?"
Also, for those that can't wait for the remaster, you can download the Xbox 360 one on Xbox One for pretty cheap. It's backwards compatible.
@RobbySuave Yeah, genius.
If $15 or $19... maybe. Loved these movies.
Game is alright, I'll gladly buy it again if it comes physically otherwise I'll passed as I still got my Wii copy.
I played the one on the Wii, it was a lot of fun.
Doug E Fresh - Spirit
Great track from the end credits of GB2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVI64SkhBF4
Never got to play the original and it's funny because the movies played on tv about a week or so ago. I'm definitely going to buy it.
Yep, getting this one!
@AlternateButtons Sure Wii version may not be like the PS3 or Xbox 360 version but it is a good game in its own right and has a charm of its own.
My second favorite movie of all time. Played this on Wii and 360. Will be buying this for sure.
@KayFiOS I really don't want Ghostbusters to be a franchise or have a universe. The original was lightning in a bottle, a fully contained story, and I don't think anything will ever top it.
I ain't afraid of no ghost... Or another remaster on Switch. 🙂
I was thinking this was just gonna end up on PS4, but its coming to Switch? Absolutely picking it up! Played the original version on PC and its tremendous. Absolutely gonna enjoy replaying it on the Switch!
im so happy!!!
I enjoyed the PS2 version back in the day, so this could be fun
@KayFiOS I wasnt bothered either way when it was announced. The problem. Or rather the main problem is the original was a scripted comedy and the reboot was an ad lib free for all. Some of it works most doesn't. I do also have to say I really don't enjoy Melissa McCarthy.
Ghostbusters was really good. Best bit was it being a ps3 console exclusive outside the US so Microsoft made their US copies region free.
Hopefully this is out by October and includes 4 player wireless co-op. If so, i’ll but at launch 100%
In!
Saber? DEFINITELY IN!!!!
I had this on PS3 and have been strongly mulling over buying it again Steam in the next big price cut sale, but if this is going to Switch I'd rather pay up and have it on there.
This game is truly fantastic, perfect? No, none of them quite are right in that perspective, but, the game with that script, those actors, all the off the cuff humor, and the rest is a true Ghostbusters 3.
This game was probably among my most played in my PS3 library
I loved its references to the first two films, and the performances from the likes of the returning film cast were really good as well
Definitely a looker. I should play this while waiting for the new film
surprised they didn't try to remaster the wii version for switch.
Nice! Haven't played a Ghostbuster's Game since the C64 release
YESSSS!!!
Will probably pick it up for PS4 though, but maybe not. Perhaps there will be some good use of HD rumble
I’m so happy this is happening. I really hope the Switch version is 60FPS.
I would like to see more of this if possible, in fact i would love to see Morrowind and Oblivion remastered.
But yep I'll buy this for sure.
Awesome to see this amazing game get more attention and fixes, but I hope they also release it on more powerful systems, and in physical form. It would look incredible in 4K/60fps.
I loved this game. As long as they don't tamper with Ramis' role as Egon (due to his death), this will be a day one buy for me. I was gutted when Troy Baker didn't reprise his role in Vesperia Remastered, leading to some rather jarring scenes in which he would change VA.
I’m going to pick this up when it comes out. I actually enjoyed the Wii version, I wouldn’t object if they included the cartoon style as an option.
@RickD The last time I was in New York, I couldn't find a public toilet anywhere. I can tell you busting made me feel far from good.
This was No.1 on my 'Ten games Id put on Switch' list! I played the original with my dad, and it's my fav film series of all time.
This is the real Ghostbusters 3
Have this on xbox and love it!
Was thinking of getting for PS4...
Not anymore!!
I ain't afraid of no ghost!
I JUST COMPLETELY NERDGASMED JUST NOW! DIEHARD GHOSTBUSTERS FAN HERE! I owned and played the Wii version, but this is a rare instance I will double dip as I ALWAYS wanted to play the full fat version. Holy **** what a good day this is. Good way to get psyched for GB 2020!
Yes, yes, yes, yes.... I never played it, but looks fun and I love Ghostbusters.
Very cool, played the demo of this on PS3 but never picked up the full game.
Was hyped for PC until I saw that Epic logo, Switch it is
@KennyBania Sigh. The angry comment baiters are getting lazier and lazier these days...
Oh yes! If hearing it's coming to PS4 isn't enough, I will be onboard day one for Switch. I have no idea how they got the 90% of the main players involved in this game, but this is truly the sequel to Ghostbusters 2. Such a great experience and this one can't come soon enough.
better be the xbox 360 version not the cartoony one.
Ah so hyped! Hmmmm now I find myself wanting to watch the movies. Time to knock of the dust on my blu-rays!
Awesome. I was worried they would skip the system. Its an awesome game.
Great news! Really enjoyed this back in the day though my PC at the time struggled with it. A polished up version playable anywhere will be a must have.
And, not only is it a good game, it’s a better Ghostbusters film than either of the sequels. Bonus.
Plays brilliantly on the wii, with the wiimote control.
Dan Ackroyd actually said that the script for this film was essentially the third movie, wjat more do you need to know?
GAMEPLAY????? WHERE FOR ART THOU????
This game was awesome. It really should be mentioned as one of the best games of last gen and I’m glad its getting a remaster although if its in 4K I’m going to go with the xbox one x or pro version. This game should be at the top of anyone’s list who missed out on it, if not a contender for their game of the year, whether they are ghostbuster fans or not. The story was a reworked version of the original ghostbusters 3 films script that was in development ell for years and I believe all the actors lended their voices. The gameplay is still very unique and something that’s never really been duplicated.
Had this for PS3 terrible game, boring level design. Just bad in general.
@Axelay71 Boo This man throws down vote arrows.
It’s just rubbish, lazy level design, level trigger events were a joke. I literally had to force myself to finish this game, certainly didn’t do any justice to franchise.
I've been a big Ghostbusters fan since the movie hit the scene in '84! I was excited when the game came to the Wii, but got bored with it rather quickly. It was very repetitious... pretty much the same deal, every ghost - find it, proton-beam it, smack it against the walls a few times, trap it, wash, rinse, repeat. Maybe there's more to it and I just quit too early? I like the visuals better in the remastered version (based on screens in article), but I'm guessing the game play would be the same as on the Wii. I suppose it's still more fun than collecting spores, mold, and fungus, though. Haha 😄
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