Pac-Man (stylized in all capitals as PAC-MAN) is an arcade game designed by Toru Iwatani (1955–) of Namco, and released in Japan as PUCKMAN in May 1980. Licensed for distribution in the United States by Midway Games, it was released in October 1980, at a time when the top arcade games were "stark" space shooters such as Galaxian and Asteroids. Pac-Man established the conventions of the maze chase genre, and is considered to be one of the classics in video game history and an icon of 1980s popular culture. There may have been a gender divide between gamers in different genres; according to one estimate published in 1982, 60% of Pac-Man players were women, while 90% of those playing space shoot-'em-up Omega Race were men.
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Pac-Man (stylized in all capitals as PAC-MAN) is an arcade game designed by Toru Iwatani (1955–) of Namco, and released in Japan as PUCKMAN in May 1980. Licensed for distribution in the United States by Midway Games, it was released in October 1980, at a time when the top arcade games were "stark" space shooters such as Galaxian and Asteroids. Pac-Man established the conventions of the maze chase genre, and is considered to be one of the classics in video game history and an icon of 1980s popular culture. There may have been a gender divide between gamers in different genres; according to one estimate published in 1982, 60% of Pac-Man players were women, while 90% of those playing space shoot-'em-up Omega Race were men.
🎮 Controls
- Mouse click or tap to select and interact
- Drag and drop to move pieces
- Some puzzles use arrow keys for movement
💡 game.tips
- Start with the edges and corners when solving grid-based puzzles.
- If stuck, step back and look at the big picture instead of focusing on one area.
- Use the undo button freely — experimenting without penalty is how you learn.
- Time-based levels reward speed, but accuracy matters more than rushing.
Yes, all puzzle levels are completely free — no subscription or download required.
How many levels are there?
The number of levels varies by game. Many puzzle games include 20–100+ levels of increasing difficulty.
Can kids play Pac-Man Card Match?
Yes, puzzle games are suitable for all ages. The logic-based gameplay makes them great for kids and adults alike.
Is there a timer?
Some levels are timed, others are relaxed. Check the game's top bar — a clock icon means there's a time limit.
I'm stuck on a level — what should I do?
Most puzzle games include a hint button or a skip option after a few failed attempts. Take a break and return with fresh eyes if the hint doesn't help.
