Pac-Man Classic
Commodore 64 · Action
Jr. Pac-Man
Deep cut
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 (originally 1983) |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Midway Games |
| Publisher | Midway Games |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Midway Games, Jr. Pac-Man arrived on the Commodore 64 in 1988 as an action game. This C64 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1983.
It landed about 6 years into the C64's life. Other notable C64 releases from 1988 include Alien Syndrome, Armalyte and 720°.
Midway Games also made Ms. Pac-Man, Blue Print and Kick for the C64.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the C64 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Jr. Pac-Man is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Jr. Pac-Man walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Jr. Pac-Man.
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Playing C64 games today
C64 games loaded from cassette or floppy disk, and many reward patience and practice. The THEC64 reissues make original-style play easy on modern TVs, and Rec0m88 supports the C64 if you own your games.
Jr. Pac-Man FAQ
When did Jr. Pac-Man come out on the C64?
Jr. Pac-Man was released for the Commodore 64 in 1988; the original game dates back to 1983.
Who made Jr. Pac-Man?
It was developed by Midway Games.
Is Jr. Pac-Man multiplayer?
No. Jr. Pac-Man is a single-player game.
How long does Jr. Pac-Man take to play?
As an action game, Jr. Pac-Man typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Jr. Pac-Man on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.