Pac-Mania C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Action

Pac-Mania

SystemCommodore 64
GenreAction
DeveloperNamco
PublisherNamco
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 3

Developed by Namco, Pac-Mania arrived on the Commodore 64 as an action game.

Namco also made Pac-Man, Gaplus and Galaga for the C64.

Pac-Mania is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

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)

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Pac-Mania 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.

Pac-Mania walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Pac-Mania.

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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.

Pac-Mania FAQ

Who made Pac-Mania?

It was developed by Namco.

Is Pac-Mania multiplayer?

No. Pac-Mania is a single-player game.

How long does Pac-Mania take to play?

As an action game, Pac-Mania 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 Pac-Mania 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.

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