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1990

A Japan and PAL-only NES action game from HAL Laboratory based on the Ghostbusters franchise, never released in North America due to licensing issues. Expect linear, classic 8-bit ghost-hunting action.

  • Action-packed real-time combat

The closest matches for New Ghostbusters II are Duke Nukem, Duke Nukem II and Platypus. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes New Ghostbusters II special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Duke Nukem

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Brings what grabs you about New Ghostbusters II: action-packed real-time combat, easy-to-grasp systems and a pure single-player experience.

The first Duke Nukem is a classic side-scrolling platformer with shooting, where Duke takes on Dr. Proton's robot army. A short retro arcade outing that introduces the wisecracking action hero.

Duke Nukem II

Action-packed real-time combat

A classic DOS platform shooter where Duke blasts his way through aliens and robots as a cocky action hero. Fast levels, hidden secrets and plenty of over-the-top attitude define the game.

Platypus

Action-packed real-time combat

A fast, frantic arcade shoot-'em-up with a tongue-in-cheek premise about an overcrowded city invading its neighbour. You pilot a ship through waves of enemies in classic score-chasing style.

Kero Blaster

Action-packed real-time combat

A compact retro run-and-gun platformer from Cave Story creator Pixel, where you play a frog swapping weapons through short, punchy stages. Charming, lighthearted and approachable.

Super Star Wars

Action-packed real-time combat

A classic 2D run-and-gun platformer based on the original Star Wars film, letting you fight as Luke, Han or Chewbacca from Tatooine to the Death Star. Vehicle stages add variety, and the difficulty is famously high.

Gamma Bros

Action-packed real-time combat

A free retro twin-stick space shooter with 8-bit visuals and quick arcade action. Its brotherly theme adds a charming touch to the blasting.

Explosionade

Action-packed real-time combat

A fast indie platform shooter where you pilot a mech and lob giant grenades to blow up aliens and their base. The action is explosive and tongue-in-cheek.

Juanito Arcade Mayhem

Action-packed real-time combat

A humorous arcade shooter in the style of Super Pang, where Juanito in pyjamas defends retro game classics from an alien invasion. Fast, reflex-driven levels with plenty of nods to old games.

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