In March,Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashedwas announced by the developer ofFriday the 13th: The GameandPredator: Hunting Grounds. As Illfonic’s past games would imply,Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashedis another asymmetric multiplayer game in which four players take on a paranormal opponent. Illfonic is now back with an exciting update forGhostbusters: Spirits Unleashed. The newGhostbustersgame is officially confirmed to be launching on October 18, just two months from now.WithGhostbusters: Spirits Unleashed’s release date now confirmed, Illfonic has also announced that pre-orders for the upcoming multiplayer game will be opening soon. As previously confirmed,Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashedwill be supported on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. While pre-orders don’t appear to be available just yet, they should be opening for all supported platforms before long. PC availability will notably beexclusive to the Epic Games Store.RELATED:Friday The 13th Dev Making An Asymmetrical Ghostbusters Multiplayer GameSince pre-orders forGhostbusters: Spirits Unleashedare opening soon, Illfonic also delivered a look at its planned pre-order bonus DLC. Those who pre-order or pre-purchaseGhostbusters: Spirits Unleashedahead of October 18 will be given three different rewards. First isadvance access to Slimer, one ofGhostbusters: Spirits Unleashed’s first post-launch playable Ghost adversaries. In addition to Slimer, players will be given a Custom Particle Thrower and Proton Pack, as well as Special Clothing Colorways for additional character customization.Those hoping for an early look atGhostbusters: Spirits Unleashedwon’t have to wait for the game’s release in October, however. Building off of today’s release date announcement, Illfonic wants to let interested gamers see whatGhostbusters: Spirits Unleashedlooks like in motion quickly. Illfonic tellsGhostbustersfansto “Lace your boots and strap on your proton pack” for a special live play session ofGhostbusters: Spirits Unleashedto be aired on the developer’s Twitch channel tomorrow, August 18, at 11:15 AM PT.
Ahead of the livestream, Illfonic also detailed thecore gameplay loop forGhostbusters: Spirits Unleashed. Ghostbusters will track down Ghosts by using P.K.E. meters, which can also be used to disable Ghost movement. In addition to targeting the Ghost itself, Ghostbusters can also hunt down their opponent’s spawn points and teleportation portals. Then, after catching up to the Ghost, Ghostbusters use their Particle Throwers and traps to catch Ghosts. Ghosts, on the other hand, will cause general horror, possess objects, slime, and summon minions in an attempt to escape the Ghostbusters.
With two months before launch,Ghostbustersfans can expect to hear plenty more regardingGhostbusters: Spirits Unleashedbefore the game’s arrival. Illfonic will hopefully share more gameplay, go into the finer details of ‘bustin, and also share its plans forGhostbusters: Spirits Unleashedmonetizationand post-launch content. Expect that and more in the weeks to come.
Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashedreleases October 18 on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
