Here is an example, Hellboy. The game was finished nearly 9 months prior to its release, and could have been finished even earlier. However the studio wanted to wait to do a release with the new movie. The game now looks as though it could be on PS2. Very similar to God of War, in play style, but worse in graphics. This game could have probably sold better if it was released prior to it becoming a dated IP.

Same with Ghostbusters, I know we will all purchase it, but after October, a month were we are already thinking Ghosts, and goblins, and awesome frightening stuff, I cant see it being as big of a deal in the Spring. I think it will by then feel dated, and look dated.

As mentioned Fallout 3. Its something that I consider a must have, I enjoyed the first two, however the new console build makes it seem some what dumbed down, however we will see. And as for Fable 2, I will believe it when I see it. Not that I doubt you, but Peter Molyneux is a man of many words, and very few actions, though October does seem very possible. Fable appeals to a fairly large market of Xbox owners, but at the same time, I personally believe that a high profile game such as Ghostbusters would hit an even wider market.

Well when comparing Gears 2 to Ghostbusters we need to remember that gears is an established video game franchise and Ghostbusters isn't, just like Ghostbusters is an established movie franchise and gears isn't. So gamers will ultimately pick gears if given the opportunity to only buy one. However Ghostbusters has a completely different appeal than gears so even if they are released close to one another Ghostbusters will still do well because of it's unique spot in the market. Plus an October release will take full advantage of the proximity to Halloween. Honestly if they could find a publisher that would release by October that would be the best time of the year to release it. If it is delayed until 2009 it won't sell as well IMO.

Bill already got 15 mil to do the game. thats enough for f*cks sake!

As much trouble as Bill Murray is to work with, I don't think that even he would ask for 50% of the game's profits, I could be wrong, but I hope I'm not.

Interesting note though, I was up at my GameStop getting Mario Kart Wii, and I asked what the release date on Ghostbusters is, and they're saying October 31st, even after acknowledging Activision dropping it.

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Bill already got 15 mil to do the game.

I've missed something - where did that info come from?

whow, hold on just a moment? bill murry got 15 million fucking dollars for the game? i doubt the entire game itself cost 15 million to make, and he got that just for a voice over? and to boot, i have yet to see a clear picture of him in the game or hear a single line of dialog from him?

Yes, i get hes a big star, but my god 15 million for what, a week's worth of voice acting? Common! If anyone deserves 50% it should be Dan. He's the creater of the whole ghostbusters universe, he and ramis co wrote and voiced the game. He's the one whos been pushing for this for 19 years and you mean to tell me bill should get paid 15 mill plus 50% profits? If true, bill, u fucking suck man. i much rather have the game without you anyway, or get dave colluie (sp) to voice u like he did in the latter cartoon series. Im sure he'd do it and for alot less then 15 mill and 50% profit shares.


The nerve of this guy. And i here he dont even have an agent, and u have to chase after him just to get him to do anything.

Now, ok, maby this is all speculation, and no known facts, but, IF TRUE all love i had for murry just went out the window.

To Jonathan Archer and everyone else in the world who continue to reference GameStop as though they were some kind of gaming Oracle, I have the following message:

GameStop doesn't know shit. They just know they want you to reserve it so they can go ahead and get your money.

People, people, people.

The game was delayed because of Activion's unwillingness to publish the game. Sony is looking at their options at the moment. Yes, the game is nearly finished, but you can't overlook the time and headache involved in finding a new publisher.

We have reason enough,let's not go creating new conspiracy theories. Can we please act like we appreciate all the effort Sony (and MANY others) have put into reviving the franchise in such a way that bolsters its longevity. So far, I am very pleased with everything and I am excited. We could be faced with a slew of “cash-out” products, but instead we have been blessed with a continuation of the series.

Fandom is great thing, but it can also bring out the worst in people. If you are frustrated or upset, channel your energy and do something positive with it.

Would I have loved to play Ghostbusters online with all of you in November? Sure! Am I upset the game has been delayed? Yeah, bummer. There is nothing we can do about it.

The game is coming on, so please. Let's beat a dead horse. Let's move on!

Pandamar
To Jonathan Archer and everyone else in the world who continue to reference GameStop as though they were some kind of gaming Oracle, I have the following message:

GameStop doesn't know shit. They just know they want you to reserve it so they can go ahead and get your money.

Seriously, did I say that GameStop was some gaming oracle, hell no, I just said that the date they had was the 31st still despite the Activision deal, and it doesn't matter either way, October or June, they already got my money due to my wanting this game, so watch it.

Oh, and Chad, I do appricate Sony and what everyones put into this, the only people I don't appricate is Activision for being stupid.

Wait, has the delay been officially announced or is this all still rumor?