Play Ghostbusters (world) Online

Ghostbusters World came out for the Sega Genesis in 1990, published by Sega. It was one of several games based on the license during that period, a time when movie tie-ins were common and often straightforward action platformers. This one stood out for its attempt to capture the film's spirit in a side scrolling format.

You control one of the four Ghostbusters, navigating levels from a side view. Your main goal is to clear each stage of ghosts, culminating in a fight with Gozer. You use your proton pack to trap ghosts; the beam can be aimed, and you must weaken specters before attempting a capture. Levels are linear but filled with platforming challenges and enemy ambushes. The game moves at a brisk pace and can be quite difficult, with precise jumps and quick reactions needed to progress. It feels like a hectic, sometimes unforgiving scramble through a cartoon haunted house.