Games like Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed Ecto Edition

Asymmetrical 4v1 multiplayer hide-and-seek where players hunt ghosts or haunt as one. Features iconic gear and ghost abilities for immersive Ghostbusters universe gameplay.

90% positive from 1,262 · 2023 · 58% finish it · Steam Deck Verified · $19.99 $7.99 -60% · Lowest ever $2.70 (2026-03-03)

ActionAdventureAction-Adventure FPSFirst-Person1980s

Six games like Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed Ecto Edition

Bloodwash

92% positive from 1,376 reviews202160% finish itDeck Verified

This is a first-person, low-poly horror game with a giallo-inspired narrative. Players navigate a laundromat to survive a serial killer, experiencing gore and a retro aesthetic.

What players likedPlayers praise its immersive retro horror aesthetic and engaging story, comparing it to classic 80s slasher films and other Puppet Combo games.

The catchMost of the runtime is spent waiting around a laundromat with no sense of danger.

Both are tagged 1980s, First-Person and Action.

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Bright Lights of Svetlov

93% positive from 1,367 reviews202163% finish it

A linear, story-focused life simulator with a 1.5-hour playtime, focusing on daily routines and family life in the Soviet Union. It offers a carefully depicted atmosphere of 1980s Russia.

What players likedPlayers praise its immersive '80s Soviet atmosphere and emotionally impactful story, despite its short length.

The catchMost of the playtime is mundane chores done at a slow-motion walking speed.

Both are tagged 1980s, First-Person and Adventure.

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Kung Fury: Street Rage - Ultimate Edition

90% positive from 2,486 reviews20152% finish itDeck Verified

This is an arcade-style beat 'em up where players fight Nazis using unique character combat styles. It offers fast-paced, over-the-top action with a retro feel.

What players likedPlayers praise its nostalgic 80s arcade beat 'em up feel, reminiscent of classic side-scrolling fighters, for its over-the-top action and unique style.

The catchNot a real beat em up, just a shallow two button timing game with no movement.

Both are tagged 1980s, Action and Adventure.

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Neon Drive

83% positive from 2,177 reviews201629% finish itDeck Verified

Neon Drive is a retro-futuristic arcade racer with a focus on dodging obstacles. It features smooth graphics, synthwave music, and challenging gameplay.

The catchLevels demand memorising obstacle patterns through repeated failure rather than reacting.

Both are tagged 1980s and Action.

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TRANSFORMERS: Devastation

94% positive from 1,244 reviews201527% finish it

This is a 3D action brawler featuring fast-paced combat with robot-to-vehicle transformations. It offers deep customization and replayability with multiple difficulty levels.

The catchA rough console port: no key rebinding, no resolution above 1080p, clumsy mouse aim.

Both are tagged 1980s and Action.

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ARCADE GAME SERIES: PAC-MAN

90% positive from 1,137 reviews2016Deck Playable

This is a classic arcade maze game where players eat dots while avoiding ghosts. The core loop involves strategic movement and power-up usage for high scores.

What players likedPlayers praise it as a charming, simple classic like Tetris, offering an engaging challenge and the best original Pac-Man experience.

The catchControls lag and drop inputs on both gamepad and keyboard, ruining precise movement.

Both are tagged 1980s and Action.

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More about Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed Ecto Edition

What players liked

Players praise it as an amazing Ghostbusters game, reminiscent of the 2009 game's multiplayer.

The catch

Matches are all the same ghost hunt, so the loop goes stale after an hour or two.

Reviews: 90% positive from 1,262
Released: 2023
Finish it: 58% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: $19.99 $7.99 -60% · Lowest ever $2.70 (2026-03-03)
Play: Single-playerCo-opMulti-playerPvPFull controller support

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 90% positive, but with 1,262 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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