Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed Review (Plain Rek)
Played since launch on PS5 but put it down 3 months ago. Finally got to play on Steam but I got to say tethering this game to Epic was a mistake IMO.
CONs
- I'm very disappointed that I can't import my progress at all. I'm debating a refund because of this.
- The research progression system makes ranking up a slog. Instead of having all research and jobs complete-able as you knock out criteria, you are forced to select only 2 to work on at any given time.
- Low player count (prior to Steam launch) made for excessively long queues.
- Gameplay loop is pretty boring after a few matches. The game needs more to keep people playing.
- The 2009 Ghostbuster game had better tech ideas for keeping the multiplayer fresh.
PROs
- NOSTALGIA! You can dress your character in an outfit straight out of the GB cartoons or have your pack look like the old toys from the 80s.
- The level design is fantastic. I like the variety in locations and I'm eager to play the new levels.
- Graphics and audio are top notch. Knocked the ambiance out the park with this.
I wish there was more to this game. I am an ultra GB fan since the 80s and I'm still yearning for a remake of the 2009 game over this. Controller nub spinning aside, that game offered fans a bit more bang for their buck.