Pac-Man Classic
Sega Game Gear · Action
Ms. Pac-Man
| System | Sega Game Gear |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Namco |
| Publisher | Namco |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Pac-Man |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Ms. Pac-Man is an action game released for the Sega Game Gear, developed by Namco.
It is part of the Pac-Man series; on the Game Gear you can also try Pac-Man and Pac-Attack. The series also appears on other systems with Pac-Man (2600) and Pac-Man (5200). Namco also made Mappy, Galaga '91 and Galaga 2 for the Game Gear.
Ms. Pac-Man supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Game Gear hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Ms. 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.
Ms. Pac-Man cheats & codes
27 codes on file (Game Genie, Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| After A Power Pill Runs Out, The Ghosts Go Mad | C92-D1A-C45 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 00C-F29-19E |
| Start With 1 Life | 014-DF9-E66 |
| Start With 9 Lives | 094-DF9-E66 |
| Ghosts Are Faster Than Normal After 1st Level | 3E1-93A-6EA
099-94A-E62 |
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Ms. Pac-Man FAQ
Who made Ms. Pac-Man?
It was developed by Namco.
Is Ms. Pac-Man multiplayer?
Yes. Ms. Pac-Man supports up to 2 players.
How long does Ms. Pac-Man take to play?
As an action game, Ms. Pac-Man typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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