Game Boy · Shooter
Ghostbusters II
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | Kemco |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by Kemco and published by Activision, Ghostbusters II arrived on the Game Boy in 1990 as a shooter.
It came out in the Game Boy's second year on the market. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1990 include DuckTales, The Final Fantasy Legend and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Fall of the Foot Clan.
Kemco also made The Bugs Bunny Crazy Castle 2, Snoopy's Magic Show and The Real Ghostbusters for the Game Boy.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Ghostbusters II is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Ghostbusters II cheats & codes
15 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| 0 Ghosts Left | 0100B1CA |
|---|---|
| Infinite Health Ghostbuster 1 | 0104DED9 |
| Infinite Health Ghostbuster 2 | 0104DFD9 |
| Infinite Time | 01093AD9
01593BD9 |
Ghostbusters II walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
Ghostbusters II FAQ
When did Ghostbusters II come out on the Game Boy?
Ghostbusters II was released for the Game Boy in 1990.
Who made Ghostbusters II?
It was developed by Kemco and published by Activision.
Is Ghostbusters II multiplayer?
No. Ghostbusters II is a single-player game.
How long does Ghostbusters II take to play?
As a shooter, Ghostbusters II typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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