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The Real Ghostbusters

1986 1-3 Players 52% Not Rated

The Real Ghost Busters was produced by Data East in 1987. Adapted from the animated cartoon of the same name. Up to three players, each controlling a Ghostbuster, must run around a top-down universal scrolling terrain, shoot creatures and then try to suck up ghosts with their plasma guns. Players can shoot and then collect various power-ups, including a protective Aura, shot and beam boosters, and a "Green Ghost" Slimer shield satellite. Has interesting screen transition effects and a well-orchestrated version of the movie's popular theme song.

Release date
December 31, 1986
Developer
Data East
Publisher
Data East USA
Players
1-3

About this game

The Real Ghostbusters

The Real Ghost Busters was produced by Data East in 1987.

Adapted from the animated cartoon of the same name. Up to three players, each controlling a Ghostbuster, must run around a top-down universal scrolling terrain, shoot creatures and then try to suck up ghosts with their plasma guns. Players can shoot and then collect various power-ups, including a protective Aura, shot and beam boosters, and a "Green Ghost" Slimer shield satellite. Has interesting screen transition effects and a well-orchestrated version of the movie's popular theme song.

Genres

Shooter / Walking

Modes

2-Player Simultaneous

Studios and credits

Developer
Data East
Publisher
Data East USA

Regional releases

Release date

WorldwideDecember 31, 1986 · Not Rated

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