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Ludopedia
6.5
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BGG
Our Verdict
WITH CAVEATS
If you love Ghostbusters and a tough co‑op challenge, the impossible taxi mode will blow your mind.
Highlights
- Intense cooperation
- Thematic humor
- Tactical challenge
Keep in mind
- High difficulty
- Steep learning curve
- Simple components
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Ghostbusters: The Board Game – Impossible Mode Taxi Drivers brings the iconic ghost‑hunting crew into an even crazier challenge. In this "impossible" edition, up to four players become Venkman, Stantz, Spengler or Zeddemore and must stop specters from overrunning the city while navigating a chaotic taxi‑filled traffic jam. The board is a detailed grid representing New York's streets, and each move is dictated by dice rolls that determine speed and supernatural encounters. Players cooperate, splitting duties such as sealing portals, driving the famous Ecto‑1 and trapping ghosts with their trusty proton packs. Components feature red taxi miniatures, ghost tokens, event cards, and a skill deck that adds strategic depth to the mayhem. The impossible mode cranks up the difficulty: less time, more ghosts, and limited resources, demanding constant communication and quick decisions. While the learning curve is a bit steep, the experience is highly entertaining for fans of cooperation, the movies' humor, and solid tactical challenges. Playtime ranges from 30 to 120 minutes, depending on player count and group experience, and a solo variant is provided via adapted rules. In short, it’s a lively tribute to the Ghostbusters universe that drops fans right into the action, delivering plenty of laughs and supernatural tension.
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1
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2
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3
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Cryptozoic Entertainment
Designer
Adam Sblendorio, Mataio Wilson, Matt Hyra
Artist
Dan Schoening, Robb Mommaerts, Samuel H. Greenwell
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can join?
1 to 4 players, with a solo variant included.
What is the playing time?
Typically 30–120 minutes, depending on player count and group experience.
How complex is the game?
Moderate to high – the impossible mode demands solid teamwork and planning.
What components are in the box?
Red taxi miniatures, ghost tokens, event cards, a skill deck, and a grid board.
Do I need to have played the standard version first?
Not required, but familiarity with the base Ghostbusters board game makes it easier.
Are there expansions or variants?
The box includes solo rules, but no official expansions exist for this title.
Who is this game best suited for?
Fans of cooperative play, 80s movie humor, and tactical challenges.