Ghostbusters C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Action

Ghostbusters

SystemCommodore 64
GenreAction
DeveloperActivision
PublisherActivision
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesGhostbusters
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 3

Developed by Activision, Ghostbusters arrived on the Commodore 64 as an action game.

It is part of the Ghostbusters series; on the C64 you can also try The Real Ghostbusters. The series also appears on other systems with New Ghostbusters II (NES) and Ghostbusters (Genesis). Activision also made Pitfall!, Alter Ego and The Great American Cross-Country Road Race for the C64.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Ghostbusters is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Ghostbusters gameplay screenshot on C64
In-game screenshot (C64)

Ghostbusters walkthroughs & guides

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Playing C64 games today

C64 games loaded from cassette or floppy disk, and many reward patience and practice. The THEC64 reissues make original-style play easy on modern TVs, and Rec0m88 supports the C64 if you own your games.

Ghostbusters FAQ

Who made Ghostbusters?

It was developed by Activision.

How long does Ghostbusters take to play?

As an action game, Ghostbusters typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Ghostbusters on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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