Before Mario came along, Pac-Man was the face of the gaming industry. The circular yellow character was first introduced to audiences with the iconic maze game of the same name, which took arcades by storm in the '80s.? Pac-Man has never reached those heights again, though the character has featured in several enjoyable games across a variety of genres, from kart racers to platform games.?
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Bandai Namco Announces Pac-Man's 45th Anniversary Celebration
Bandai Namco shares details about Pac-Man's 45th Anniversary campaign and includes details about what fans can expect throughout 2025.
You're Not a "Real Gamer" Unless You've Played... - Gamers Said
"You're not a real gamer unless..." This week on Gamers Said we asked you to finish this sentence! And the responses did not disappoint.
5 Best Namco Arcade Classics, Ranked
These classics have more than stood the test of time, becoming synonymous with the golden age arcade of games.
Justin Baldoni & Blake Lively's Legal Battle Has Apparently Put An Unexpected Video Game Movie On Hold
The legal battle between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively has impacted an upcoming video game movie.
Shadow Labyrinth Devs On Making a 'Darker' Pac-Man Game
In an interview with Game Rant, developers for Shadow Labyrinth talk about its darker takes and more brutal presentations of Pac-Man's aspects.
Shadow Labyrinth Has About 30 Boss Types
Shadow Labyrinth will be a major shift for the beloved Pac-Man franchise, and developers spoke with Game Rant about its range of bosses.
Shadow Labyrinth Developers Discuss Its Origins and Vision [Interview]
Game Rant speaks with Shadow Labyrinth developers about its design approach, darker portrayal of Pac-Man, and relationship with Secret Level.
How Shadow Labyrinth Plays with Pac-Man Lore
Shadow Labyrinth is a truly unexpected Pac-Man adventure, but it may not be as striking as it seems if one understands the themes that make Pac-Man.
Shadow Labyrinth – Reveal Trailer
Shadow Labyrinth is a new 2.5D platformer that promises a dark and alien setting.
Secret Level's Horrifying Pac-Man Episode Is Getting Its Own Game
Circle, the terrifying Pac-Man episode of Amazon Prime Video's hit animated series Secret Level, is getting its own video game.
Secret Level’s First Pac-man Teaser Has Left Some Fans Very Confused
Secret Level's Pac-Man episode gets a brand-new teaser trailer but its dark take on the 1980s character has left some fans bewildered.
Secret Level Argues What Makes a Video Game Adaption With Just One Episode
One Secret Level episode takes what fans expect from a video game adaptation and twists it on its head, broadening the definition in an artistic way.
If Videogames Had Impossible Mode (Part 2)
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Amazon's Secret Level Cast List Has Been Leaked
Key cast members of Amazon's imminent anthology series based on a number of popular gaming franchises, Secret Level, unintentionally leak online.
Every Game Collaboration Confirmed for Secret Level So Far
Amazon Prime's new video game anthology series, Secret Level, received its debut trailer at Gamescom, confirming some impressive collaborations.
Xbox Game Pass Losing 6 More Games Today
Another half a dozen titles are about to leave Xbox Game Pass, with this month ultimately being a small net loss for the service.
Xbox Game Pass Is Losing 6 Games on May 31
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Nintendo Gamer Makes Unusual Game Boy Discovery While Cleaning Out an Apartment
A Nintendo gamer makes a rather unusual discovery while cleaning out an apartment, finding a unique part of the Game Boy's history.