This is an asymmetrical game of hide and seek. In true form to IllFonic’s past titles, this title is a 4v1 setup where players will either play as part of a team of new Ghostbusters or a singular Ghost.
In this asymmetrical multiplayer game, four players take on the role of Ghostbusters, working together to hunt and capture a single player-controlled ghost. Set in the Ghostbusters universe, the objective tasks players with exploring various haunted locations, using iconic proton packs and other ghost-catching equipment to track down and trap the mischievous supernatural entity.
Players controlling Ghostbusters have access to a variety of tools and abilities. This includes the classic proton pack, which can stun and weaken ghosts, as well as the PKE meter for tracking spectral energy signatures. To successfully capture the ghost, players must utilize ghost traps. Additionally, Ghostbusters can calm frightened civilians, reset sabotaged equipment, and collect resources like spores, molds, and fungi scattered throughout the environment. The Ghostbuster gameplay emphasizes teamwork and coordination. Players must work together to cover the map, detect the ghost's location, and coordinate their attacks. Each Ghostbuster can equip different upgrades and gear, allowing players to tailor their playstyle to their preferences.
The player-controlled ghost experiences a vastly different gameplay loop. Ghosts can freely float around the environment, possessing and haunting various objects to scare civilians and hinder the Ghostbusters' progress. They can also create ghostly rifts, which serve as their "lives" during the match. The ghost's objective is to maintain a high level of haunt in the environment while avoiding capture. Ghosts have access to a variety of unique abilities, such as the power to temporarily disable a Ghostbuster's proton pack or create distraction objects. Like the Ghostbusters, ghosts can be customized with different abilities and upgrades, allowing for a diverse range of playstyles and strategies.
As players progress, both Ghostbusters and ghosts can unlock new equipment, abilities, and cosmetic options. This includes new proton pack components, ghost types, and customization options for their characters. The progression system allows players to tailor their gameplay experience to their preferences, whether that's focusing on stealth and evasion as the ghost or optimizing their Ghostbuster loadout for maximum efficiency.