Sega Master System · Action
Ghostbusters
Deep cut
| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Compile |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Ghostbusters |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Released for the Sega Master System, Ghostbusters is an action game developed by Compile and published by SEGA.
Among the 64 Master System action games in our database, it ranks #18 by legacy score.
It is part of the Ghostbusters series. The series also appears on other systems with New Ghostbusters II (NES) and Ghostbusters (Genesis). Compile also made R-Type, Dr. Robotnik's Mean Bean Machine and Golvellius for the Master System.
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 Master System hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
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 cheats & codes
5 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Money | 00CE-0199 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Beam Power | 00CE-815F |
| Infinite Overall Time | 00CE-0B00 |
| Infinite Ghostbusters | 00CE-0D03 |
| Never Have Items On Car | 00CD-A400
00CD-A500 |
Ghostbusters walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Master System games today
The Master System library is full of colorful arcade-style games that are easy to pick up. Many titles also appear in Sega's official compilations.
Ghostbusters FAQ
Who made Ghostbusters?
It was developed by Compile and published by SEGA.
Is Ghostbusters multiplayer?
No. Ghostbusters is a single-player game.
How long does Ghostbusters take to play?
As an action game, Ghostbusters 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.
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.