Ghostbusters
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Ghostbusters FPS by GPU
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 778 fps | 623 fps | 498 fps | 405 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 723 fps | 578 fps | 463 fps | 376 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 649 fps | 519 fps | 415 fps | 337 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 612 fps | 489 fps | 391 fps | 318 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 574 fps | 460 fps | 368 fps | 299 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 454 fps | 363 fps | 291 fps | 236 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 389 fps | 311 fps | 249 fps | 202 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 343 fps | 274 fps | 219 fps | 178 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 334 fps | 267 fps | 213 fps | 173 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 315 fps | 252 fps | 202 fps | 164 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 287 fps | 230 fps | 184 fps | 149 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 259 fps | 208 fps | 166 fps | 135 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 222 fps | 178 fps | 142 fps | 116 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 161 fps | 129 fps | 103 fps | 84 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 584 fps | 467 fps | 374 fps | 304 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 542 fps | 434 fps | 347 fps | 282 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 486 fps | 389 fps | 311 fps | 253 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 459 fps | 367 fps | 294 fps | 239 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 431 fps | 345 fps | 276 fps | 224 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 341 fps | 272 fps | 218 fps | 177 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 292 fps | 234 fps | 187 fps | 152 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 257 fps | 206 fps | 165 fps | 134 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 250 fps | 200 fps | 160 fps | 130 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 236 fps | 189 fps | 151 fps | 123 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 215 fps | 172 fps | 138 fps | 112 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 195 fps | 156 fps | 125 fps | 101 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 167 fps | 133 fps | 107 fps | 87 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 121 fps | 97 fps | 77 fps | 63 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 311 fps | 249 fps | 199 fps | 162 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 289 fps | 231 fps | 185 fps | 150 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 259 fps | 208 fps | 166 fps | 135 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 245 fps | 196 fps | 157 fps | 127 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 230 fps | 184 fps | 147 fps | 119 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 182 fps | 145 fps | 116 fps | 94 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 156 fps | 125 fps | 100 fps | 81 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 137 fps | 110 fps | 88 fps | 71 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 133 fps | 107 fps | 85 fps | 69 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 126 fps | 101 fps | 81 fps | 66 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 115 fps | 92 fps | 74 fps | 60 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 104 fps | 83 fps | 66 fps | 54 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 89 fps | 71 fps | 57 fps | 46 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 64 fps | 52 fps | 41 fps | 34 fps |
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Ghostbusters
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Minimum Hardware
Intel® Core™ i5-750 @ 2.67 GHz / AMD Phenom™ II X4 965 @ 3.4 GHz
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About
"Ghostbusters," released in 1990, is an action-adventure game that brings the beloved franchise to the gaming world in a unique run-and-gun format. Developed by Compile and published by Sega for the Mega Drive/Genesis, it features cartoonish representations of three Ghostbusters, delivering a playful and engaging experience despite the cartoonish graphics. Players navigate through haunting levels, utilizing their ghost-catching gear while trying to save the day from ghastly foes.
In terms of PC performance, "Ghostbusters" proves to be quite accessible, with modest hardware requirements. An entry-level GPU with a minimum score of approximately 4047 is sufficient to run the game smoothly, coupled with a CPU score around 2662 and at least 3 GB of RAM. This allows for decent FPS even on older systems, making the game approachable for a wide range of players looking to enjoy some nostalgic ghostbusting action without needing high-end specs.
Given its 78/100 rating, "Ghostbusters" is a solid choice for fans of the action-adventure genre, especially those who appreciate retro gaming. While its graphics may feel dated, the engaging gameplay and nostalgic ties make it worth a play for both newcomers and longtime fans alike. Enjoying this game can be a fun reminder of why the Ghostbusters franchise has remained iconic over the years.
Performance profile
Released in June 1990, Ghostbusters predates modern GPU acceleration as we know it today. It runs effortlessly on virtually any current hardware, including integrated graphics and entry-level laptops — framerate is limited by the engine, not the GPU.
Ghostbusters is a narrative-driven experience — a rock-solid 60 FPS is plenty. Prioritise resolution and image quality (AA, anisotropic filtering) over chasing high-refresh framerates.
Entry-level hardware target. A GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT reaches 60 FPS at 1080p Medium in Ghostbusters; an RTX 4060 comfortably sustains 1440p Ultra. 4K Ultra 60 FPS needs an RTX 4070 or better.
Storyline
The Ghostbusters are down on their luck due to lack of ghost activity, when suddenly several calls begin to pour in from around the city, including the eventual reappearance of the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man (although dialogue indicates it is not the same one from the movie). After each case, a piece of a stone tablet is collected. The three Ghostbusters piece together the mysterious tablet, inadvertently opening a portal to "the evil world" and releasing a horde of ghosts. In the end, though, the Ghostbusters manage to defeat Janna, the God of Darkness, and retrieve a mystical gem from the evil world. They combine the gem with the tablet to close the portal, and save the city.
