Ghostbusters: Sanctum of Slime
- March 23, 2011
- Behaviour Santiago
A Ghostbusters game that should be separate from the franchise as it does not do the franchise any justice with a different cast of characters and limited fun when it comes down to it. With 4 player co-op that had more potential then what was brought to the table.
Strap on your proton packs for an all-new Ghostbusting adventure! Ectoplasmic threats are spawning all over New York, and only you and your team of rookie Ghostbusters can stop them. Choose from 4 new playable characters. Hop in the all-new ECTO-4WD and blast your foes with a medley of destructive weapons. Battle against the hordes of evil entities alone or with a team of friends through local or …
PC
Windows
PlayStation
Playstation 3
Xbox
Xbox 360
Reviews
- The game is enjoyable for Ghostbusters fans, especially children, providing a fun experience that stays true to the franchise's style.
- It features comic-book-stylized cutscenes and offers a challenge, making it entertaining despite some gameplay limitations.
- The multiplayer aspect allows for cooperative play, which can enhance the experience when played with friends or family.
- The game lacks a compelling storyline and can feel repetitive, leading to a tedious gameplay experience over time.
- There are significant technical issues, including poor controls and bugs that can hinder enjoyment, such as freezing during gameplay.
- The multiplayer functionality is misleading, as it does not support true online play and requires players to take turns on the same device.
- story6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story is a mixed bag; while it features engaging comic-book-styled cutscenes and ties into familiar lore, many players feel it lacks depth and coherence, with some even noting the absence of a clear narrative. Overall, expectations for a sophisticated storyline should be tempered.
“A very fun little game, with interesting, comic-book-stylized cutscenes and an intriguing story!”
“The game begins with a comic book style story intro.”
“The story does tie into the lore that we all know and love but don't expect anything state of the art in terms of storytelling.”
“While the original held up to its name, this game lacked a storyline.”
“The story does tie into the lore that we all know and love, but don't expect anything state of the art in terms of storytelling.”
“There's no story, and if there was, it doesn't explain.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Gameplay is generally considered basic and initially enjoyable, but it quickly becomes repetitive and tedious after extended playtime, leaving players yearning for more variety and excitement.
“Gameplay, as stated earlier, is pretty basic.”
“It just gets old way too quickly, and you're left waiting for something, anything to happen that will mix up the gameplay.”
Critic Reviews
Ghostbusters: Sanctum of Slime Review
A Ghostbusters game that should be separate from the franchise as it does not do the franchise any justice with a different cast of characters and limited fun when it comes down to it. With 4 player co-op that had more potential then what was brought to the table.
55%PSN/XBLA Review - 'Ghostbusters: Sanctum of Slime'
45%
