New Ghostbusters II
New Ghostbusters II is an action-platformer published by HAL America Inc for the NES, based on the film. You play as the Ghostbusters, navigating through levels to capture ghosts and stop the villainous Vigo. The gameplay involves exploring levels, using a proton pack to trap ghosts, and solving puzzles to progress. A unique feature is the "character switching" – you can switch between Peter, Ray, and Egon, each with different abilities, such as faster movement or stronger proton beams. The levels include various New York City locations like the museum, the subway, and the courthouse, each with unique ghosts and obstacles. The game features a health bar and a continue system, and you can collect power-ups for your proton pack. A trivia: the game was developed by HAL and is known for its smooth controls and fun gameplay, and it was one of the few Ghostbusters games on the NES. The graphics are colorful and detailed, with a cartoonish style that captures the Ghostbusters' look, and the ghost sprites are well-designed. The music is catchy and atmospheric, featuring the film's theme and original tunes. Critics praised the cooperative play and the ghost-catching mechanics. It supports one player. The final boss is Vigo, who requires strategic use of your equipment and all your skills. New Ghostbusters II is a solid action game for fans of the franchise, offering a fun ghost-busting experience.