Yo, gamers of G-LYFE Nation, you ready to strap on your Proton Packs? IllFonic, the brains behind asymmetric multiplayer games, has just unleashed Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed – Ecto Edition on Steam and Nintendo Switch today, October 19, 2023. It’s got the E10+ rating and is priced at a pretty chill $19.99. Physical version lovers, stay tuned; Nighthawk Interactive’s got you covered later this year.
Crossplay is the name of the game, so all you Ghostbuster fans can now team up or face off against homies on PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.
IllFonic CEO Drops the 411
IllFonic CEO & Co-Founder Charles Brungardt expressed some serious hype about the release, stating that they’re expanding the game story, adding new maps, and introducing new types of spectral baddies.
Ecto Edition: What’s in the Box?
For those dropping the $19.99 on the Ecto Edition, you’re in for a treat. Current players, don’t sweat it; you get all these goodies via a free update.
- Main Narrative Story Expansion: Multiple new story acts, challenging the Firehouse crew with a new adversary.
- New Ghost Types: Say hello to the Overlord and its variants – Samhain, Darklock, and Gravebringer. Each brings its own level of dread and unique abilities.
Map Updates
- Petey’s Pirate Cove: Think of it as a ghostly pirate amusement park, complete with grog and games.
- Galway Station: For fans of the paranormal and public transportation, this underground subway station is jam-packed with haunted trains and restless spirits.
Gear and Customization
Look out for Ghost Bounties, Character and Gear Loadouts, New Gear Shells to Unlock, and new cosmetics. There’s also a slew of UX, UI, and gameplay improvements.
Nintendo Switch Specs
For those wondering about the Switch performance, the game rocks a dynamic resolution ranging from 720 in handheld mode to 1080p at the max, hitting 30fps. IllFonic isn’t snoozing, as they’re consistently tuning the game to max out the platform’s potential.
That’s all the deets for now. Whether you’re hunting ghosts or haunting players, Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed – Ecto Edition is here to level up your gameplay.
Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed Unveils Free DLC, Introducing New Map, Ghost Type, and More
Platforms: PlayStation5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch
