Summary
- Release Year: 2004
- Genres: Shooter
- Platforms: PlayStation
- Developers: Similis
- Publishers: LSP
Extreme Ghostbusters: The Ultimate Invasion (2004)
Overview
Extreme Ghostbusters: The Ultimate Invasion is a 2004 action-adventure video game developed by Beenox Studios and published by Atari for the PlayStation 2, GameCube, and Xbox. The game is based on the animated television series Extreme Ghostbusters, which itself is a spin-off of the popular Ghostbusters franchise.
The game follows the Extreme Ghostbusters team as they investigate a series of increasingly strange and dangerous paranormal incidents. As they dig deeper, they uncover a plot by a powerful demon to invade Earth and enslave humanity. The Ghostbusters must use all of their skills and gadgets to stop the demon and save the world.
Gameplay
Extreme Ghostbusters: The Ultimate Invasion is a third-person action-adventure game. Players control one of four members of the Extreme Ghostbusters team: Jake Kong, Kylie Griffin, Eduardo Rivera, or Roland Jackson. Each character has their own unique abilities and weapons.
The game features a variety of missions, including ghostbusting, puzzle-solving, and boss battles. Players must use their wits and teamwork to overcome the challenges and progress through the game.
Features
- Play as one of four unique Extreme Ghostbusters characters, each with their own abilities and weapons.
- Battle dozens of different types of ghosts, each with their own unique attacks and abilities.
- Explore a variety of environments, including haunted mansions, abandoned warehouses, and even the Ghostbusters’ firehouse.
- Use a variety of gadgets and weapons to capture ghosts, including proton packs, ghost traps, and slime throwers.
- Solve puzzles and overcome challenges to progress through the game.
- Team up with friends in co-op mode to take on the ultimate ghostbusting challenge.
Reception
Extreme Ghostbusters: The Ultimate Invasion received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the game’s graphics, gameplay, and voice acting, while others criticized its repetitive missions and lack of innovation. However, the game was a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Legacy
Extreme Ghostbusters: The Ultimate Invasion is still remembered today as one of the better video games based on the Ghostbusters franchise. It is a fun and challenging action-adventure game that captures the spirit of the original cartoon series.
Review
Extreme Ghostbusters: The Ultimate Invasion is a solid action-adventure game that is sure to please fans of the Ghostbusters franchise. The game features a variety of missions, challenging puzzles, and boss battles. The four playable characters each have their own unique abilities and weapons, which makes for a variety of gameplay experiences.
The game’s graphics are impressive for its time, and the voice acting is top-notch. The game also features a catchy soundtrack that perfectly captures the atmosphere of the Ghostbusters universe.
Overall, Extreme Ghostbusters: The Ultimate Invasion is a great game that is sure to provide hours of entertainment for fans of the franchise.
Score: 7/10
Review Score
7/10
