IGN recently posted three new videos of Ghostbusters: The Video Game in action from the San Diego Comic Con.

Newsarama had the opportunity to chat it up with Ghostbusters: The Other Side writer, Keith Champagne during last week’s San Diego Comic-Con.  They talk about the series, the characters, and why Keith is not so keen of Slimer (he doesn’t seem to be the biggest fan of Ghostbusters II either).

NRAMA: In Ghostbusters continuity, where does this fall? And what is happening that drives the story?

KC: There have been tons of comics and cartoons and stuff over the years, but to streamline the process and bring the focus back on the original group, the first two movies are what count as far as continuity.

Basically, the Ghostbusters have taken out Gozer and slapped Vigo silly. They’re riding high, completely unaware that they’re noticed by and making some powerful enemies in the realm of the paranormal. Certain ghosts might have a vested interest in making sure the Ghostbusters don’t start stepping on their toes. They might even put out a hit on the group before they really become a problem.

Ghostbusters.net member QZEDDEMORE was kind enough to fill us in on his experience playing Ghostbusters: The Video Game.  He even had the chance to meet and talk shop with Sierra associate producer Ryan French.

When talking to Ryan, QZEDDEMORE learned a lot.  Below are a few tidbits:

• The PKE Meter in Ghostbusters: The Video Game (circa 1991) is the world’s first PDA. Egon invented it, and that is how you get to the menu and to Tobins Spirit guide. 
• Multiplayer online for Xbox 360 and Playstation is co-op and can be a total of 4 players. You will be able to play 3 other friends and each of you will be able to play as an original Ghostbusters team member.
• Multiplayer will have its own missions, which are separate from single-player campaign.  You literally get jobs from Janine and go out and do them together with your friends.

Full Ghostbusters: The Video Game Demo

Trapping a Ghost With Ray Stantz

Be prepared for excitement as GameSpot and Sierra associate producer Ryan French take you through a video walkthrough of Ghostbusters: The Video Game from the San Diego Comic-Con show floor.  Thanks to Cowboyspike from the Ghostbusters Message Board for the tip!

Tomorrow is preview night at the San Diego Comic-Con, and it looks like the Ghostbusters booth is shaping up nicely.  Thanks to Paul for the tip.

From the San Diego Comic Con website. Thanks to QZEDDEMOORE from the Ghostbusters Message Board for spotting this.

1:45-2:45 Ghostbusters: The Video Game— Dan Aykroyd, Ernie Hudson, and panelists from Sierra Entertainment and Sony Pictures Consumer Products discuss the eagerly anticipated Ghostbusters: The Video Game, due out this October. The panel focuses on what it takes to bring fans the next chapter in the Ghostbusters universe, including working with the original cast members and Sony Pictures Consumer Products to create a completely true and faithful interactive ghostbusting experience. Room 6B