Comments on: Review: Ghostbusters The Video Game (Xbox) [UPDATE June 15th]

By: MayorLenny

MayorLenny — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 01:37:11 +0000

im a ghosthead/gamer livin in ireland and own a 36O so i was well pissed off about the whole ‘timed release’ debacle but just orderd a region free copy from “canaydia” and cannot wait for the friggin postman 2 arrive! !

By: Luke Lewis

Luke Lewis — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:24:51 +0000

Bought three different copys for my xbox 360 none will play in my console but any other game works… I am really pist to immense perportions… i have been waiting for this game for over a year when i fist heard about it…

By: jeremy

jeremy — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:04:52 +0000

yea um the game is amazing and is well put together i got my copy from game stop at midnight i was so excited to play it and try the different uniform but um there is a problem when i tried to put in the code for the uniform in the redeem code box it doesnt work!!!!!!!!!!! i called gamestop and they said when they updated xbox live atari forgot to put in the codes????? wtf is that i got home from work and they said it should work by then yea it doesnt wtf atari get your shit together still waiting to try the new flight suit

By: "Game Show Man" Joe Van Ginkel

"Game Show Man" Joe Van Ginkel — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 03:48:45 +0000

I have to tell you, friends…this game is AWESOME. Multiplayer is incredible, and it’s a helluva lot more fun then MP I’ve played on other games. As a matter of fact, I traded in my copy of Halo 3, which didn’t do a thing for me, to get this game. I love the uniforms, I’ve only gotten the second uniform, and the red trim looks cool; I’ve seen some of the other uniforms (like a navy blue uniform with pinkish trim) truly awesome. Bring on the DLC!

By: castewar

castewar — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 02:11:23 +0000

Yes. Your medal is in the mail.

By: matt chisholm

matt chisholm — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:58:13 +0000

There IS a quick 180 turn in the game… just hold down and press B (on 360). Am I the only one who realized this?

By: Paul R. from Spook Central

Paul R. from Spook Central — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 01:21:34 +0000

I meant “review says” not “review saw”. Damn poor typing skills.

By: Paul R. from Spook Central

Paul R. from Spook Central — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 01:20:43 +0000

FearNet's review saw that Max von Sydow is the voice of Vigo in the game. That doesn't necessarily make it true, but it does add some credence to what Chris said.

By: Demonicfury373

Demonicfury373 — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 22:27:14 +0000

Quick question to anybody who might know, but what happened to the section set during the Thanksgiving Day parade? I remember seeing shots of a possessed parade balloon during the earlier promo trailers, and a quick shot in the game itself, but no actual bustin’ of the balloon. Did it get cut?

By: ryan

ryan — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 20:12:09 +0000

I just picked up the Wii version of the game. Although the cartoonish style of the game doesn’t bother me, the fact that parts of cinematics are missing compared to the XBox version and possibly parts of levels too. I didnt get to run around the streets while Stay Puft was walking around. I was automatically put into the building ascending to the top of it. Can anyone else confirm this?

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Ghostbusters.net Blog » Blog Archive » We Got One! — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 14:34:22 +0000

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By: Ryan William LeClair

Ryan William LeClair — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 06:43:02 +0000

Thanks for your answer Castewar! It’s now 2:30am and I spent the last two-and-a-half hours playing the game. I picked up my copy at my local GameStop’s midnight release. They also had the other new items like the Slimed Ghostbusters Wallet-(VERY neat, need to pick that up)-GB logo belt buckle, wristband,etc. I wanted to pick up the Prima guide. But no cash till payday on Thursday- will pick it up this weekend. Here’s what I have to say: I agree with earlier reviews such as yours, Chris and from sites such as IGN and GameSpot. They were right on with their 8-8.5 out of 10 score…aka “Impressive!”. This game is very FUN, THRILLING, CREEPY, WELL WRITTEN , EPIC and FUNNY. There are only a few little things that drawback from making this game a full 10, bringing it to the level of complete greatness. But for a Ghostbusters fan…the game IS a 10. And IS great! I haven’t played through the entire campaign yet and one can already tell that this title was loved and cared for by the fols at TR and Atari and DESERVES A SEQUAL. A series of Ghostbusters games at this quality is a MUST. I won’t delve much further story-wise. As to not spoil it for the folks who have yet to experience it. But rest assured…you will NOT be dissapointed! It helps the game that it plays LIKE A MOVIE! Firing a Proton Gun for the first time is EXHILIRATING and TR NAILED the mechanics, physics…what we all imagined it would be like. And trapping is even more fun. THEY GOT IT RIGHT !!! The one thing of interest for me…was that the code for the exclusive GB2 suit at GameStop is sealed IN the game’s box. They really went all-out! SPOILER ALERT…………………………………………………………..

Anyone else notuced the RGB PKE and EGB Trap across from the Containment Unit in the basement? Ha ha ha! Oh yes…it’s there! lol! If anyone can find the Giga-Meter in the firehouse, let me know !

By: castewar

castewar — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 09:27:08 +0000

As yet unknown cheat codes might allow you to do that (as seen in early game demo footage, the devs were dropping different weapons into the early levels), but currently, no, you can. You can go back and replay levels, but the weapons are particular to certain parts of the story.

I got a chance to play MP for awhile and it’s pretty fun – I can see it being more fun with a known group of pals, while headsetting it. Playing with strangers who don’t chat isn’t nearly as much fun (or effective, as you have to rely on the standard help speech events – and in the thick of things, it’s easy to lose track of a downed partner. I’m sure them yelling into your ear gets around that.)

By: Ryan William LeClair

Ryan William LeClair — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 05:01:57 +0000

Chris (and the others who already have played the game!)- I have a quick question. We all know that as you play and advance through the game you earn money to upgrade your equipment. And that the further you get in the game, Egon tests out new equipment which you buy the upgrades for.

My question is this…when you complete a level and/or the game, can you go back to any level with all the new equipment and upgrades and use them? Even though that particular equipment wasn’t available during those levels duirng your initial play through? Meaning…you can go back to any place in the game, with your equipment and settings maxed out, and try them on already defeated enemies? If so, that would be so sweet and major replayability for me, and I’m sure other gamers as well. Thanks! Well…of to bed. It’s now 1am and I have to be up at 8am. A long day of doctor’s visits and going to work before going to GS and getting my copy @ midnight. I’ve waited so long…it feel’s like Christmas Eve! C ya, all! Enjoy!!!

By: Will

Will — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 04:43:36 +0000

Well, the end is fun and it’s really awesome to look at/play. Without giving too much away(Possible Spoiler for some here), the end cutscene fits the formula of the 2 movie endings(someone comes to from a possession and the Ghostbusters tell them about it as if it’s a mundane happening). It’s not so much a “we didn’t have time/screw you, player” ending… I think it may have as much to do with the end of the game as it does with my not wanting the story to be over.

Also, from having restarted the game today on the hard setting, this game went from being kind of annoying at times to being hard beyond what you would expect for a one setting increase. The difference is insane, the mundane little baddies from even the first level managed to get the jump on me and kill me and the number of ghosts you have to capture along the way has at least doubled, possibly tripled.

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Ghostbusters: The Video Game - Seite 2 - SciFi-Forum — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 23:00:12 +0000

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By: CNCGB, Boyer

CNCGB, Boyer — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 21:23:48 +0000

I always hate it when you work hard to unravel a game’s story and finally make it to the end and it’s all like, “Yeah. Good job. We didn’t have time to make a worthwhile ending. Screw you, player.” lol. I hope this one is at least emotionally satisfying to a small degree.

By: Will

Will — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 17:42:42 +0000

I found the entire game to be awesome, but I really feel slightly let down by the ending of it(story-wise). When I got to the end, I honestly thought there would be another level/incarnation of the big bad boss(you know, how games/movies have the “big” battle happen, you think it’s over,but oh no, it’s just starting).

Presently, I’m replaying it now on the hard difficulty and I’m focusing more on the little pieces of the game rather than getting to the end in one go(which took me about 10 hours on normal difficulty).

I personally enjoy just standing in the garage and listening to Janine’s various calls. I was also kindly surprised at how many things worked in the firehouse bathroom. That was a nice little touch.

By: Robert

Robert — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 05:33:53 +0000

Oh, the answering machine in the upstairs room is hillarious. Make sure you check it often

By: Robert

Robert — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 05:18:45 +0000

Besides being the greatest game of all time (and I’m not just saying that because I have 2 GB tattoos) but it’s actually a challenge and scary! Like he said, play it in dark at night! MOMMY!

I can’t wait to play the wii one tomorrow!

By: Joe

Joe — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 04:47:05 +0000

Don’t know about anyone else, but I have a buddy who ordered the Xbox version from Toys R US and received the game on the 9th. I haven’t gotten to play the game yet, but I watched him play for about 20 minutes and it looks incredible and sounds incredible. Any True Ghostbuster fan will love this game no matter what little mistakes people can find.

By: Kale

Kale — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 04:43:41 +0000

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Finally a review by a Ghosthead. They’re have been a lot of solid reviews by Ghostbuster’s fans. But in my opinion a Ghosthead is different. Not only are Ghosthead’s fans of the films. But we are in love with the concept of Ghostbusting. Finally! We have our chance to to be a Ghostbuster and live out a fantasy we’ve all had for years! Thank you for this awesome review!

By: Christian

Christian — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 04:29:53 +0000

I loved the review and as a ghosthead I know I will love everything about this game and I already have my Wii and 360 versions already paid for but unfortunately no midnight release at my gamestop for it. I love the fact that all the ghostbusters are there and the fact why we all wanna play this game is a one line review that asked someone playing the demo about how the liked the game, he simply replied “I’m a Ghostbuster!!!” And for the other systems, I got the wii version too because of the way you control the game, plus it has co op play and it’s more puzzle based I heard so it’s almost like having 2 different GB Games (almost). Besides all the reviews I’ve read and the footage I’ve seen, I’m just dying to play this game, it’s been a long time coming and us ghostheads will love every second of it and replay it like crazy.

By: Sean Pultz

Sean Pultz — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 02:53:57 +0000

CORRECTION *Just by looking at the footage, I like it already.*

By: Sean Pultz

Sean Pultz — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 02:52:34 +0000

To be honest I really don’t give a damn about the cons. Whatever happens, I welcome it. The only thing I care about is that all 4 Ghostbusters are involved in it. I don’t expect it to be perfect. Just bust looking at the footage, I like it already.

By: GriffithVoltaire

GriffithVoltaire — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 02:50:04 +0000

Thanks for the review. I had already decided to pick up the game but it’s great to see a fan reviewing it. It’s not to say the other reviews aren’t by people who are fans but when I think of a fan reviewing a game this is what I imagine: acknowledging the flaws but instead of giving it a ton of BS for things that the two different media forms are either not fully able to.

Thanks a lot again and I can’t wait to be bustin’ ghosts with the rest of the fans when the game is released.

By: devilmanozzy

devilmanozzy — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 00:19:59 +0000

Thanks for the review! Looking forward to the game, tho not the biggest fan of the controls as thats why I don’t buy many first/third person shooters. (I perfer 2d platforms and 2d shootemups).

By: Anthony

Anthony — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 00:11:49 +0000

I have been a long time reader and poster and I just want to say thank you for providing one of the most level-headed, considerate and thoughtful reviews thus far.

I am thoroughly excited to play this game. Thank again, man.

By: Kevin

Kevin — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 23:48:36 +0000

I went and paid off my 2 pre orders and snagged my GB the game shirt today. Monday night can not come soon enough!

By: Robert

Robert — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 23:14:24 +0000

Only thing I dislike is the running and dodging. Besides that, itsthe best and greatest game I’ve ever played and will ever play!