Ghostbusters: The Video Game, which originally released in 2009, will be receiving a complete, 4K makeover for a re-launch on PC and consoles later this year. And, thanks to the painstaking work of Saber Interactive, fans both old and new will have the opportunity to play (or replay) one of the best video games based on the movies.
- Take on the role of a new recruit joining the infamous Ghostbusters team
- Enjoy a storyline written by movie co-authors, Harold Ramis & Dan Aykroyd
- Take part in events which occur after the Ghostbusters II movie
- Hear enhanced dialogue voiced by actors Murray, Aykroyd, Ramis, and Hudson
- Bust ghosts throughout New York City
- Use & upgrade your traps and Proton Pack
- Play the beloved title remastered for a 4K generation
Ghostbusters: The Video Game Remastered will release on October 4th for PC, PS4, XB1, and Nintendo Switch.
Purchase for PC via the Epic Games store. Purchase digitally for console through the PlayStation and Microsoft stores and the Nintendo eShop. Purchase physical copies for PS4, XB1, and Switch exclusively through GameStop.
Watch a teaser trailer for the game, starring Dan Aykroyd on the PlayStation YT channel.
In other Ghostbusters news, a new movie is in the works with a theatrical release planned for July 10th, 2020. The movie is being produced by Ivan Reitman who directed Ghostbusters I & II and being directed by his son, Jason, who’s also co-writing the script with Gil Kenan.
According to a recent interview with Parade Magazine, Sigourney Weaver, confirmed that she, Dan Aykroyd, and Bill Murray will be reprising their original roles in the upcoming movie. No word yet on whether or not Ernie Hudson will be involved. (Harold Ramis passed in 2014).
To celebrate the 35th anniversary of the series, the original movie will be making a comeback to theaters on October 6th and 10th. Pre-purchase your tickets now through Fathom Events.
Want to bust ghosts on your mobile phone? Check out Ghostbusters World available now for iOS and Android devices.
Sources: Sony, DigitalSpy.com, IGN.com
