Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action
Pac-Mania
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Sculptured Software |
| Publisher | Namco |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Pac-Man |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, Pac-Mania is an action game developed by Sculptured Software and published by Namco.
It is part of the Pac-Man series; on the Genesis you can also try Pac-Man 2: The New Adventures, Pac-Attack and Ms. Pac-Man. The series also appears on other systems with Pac-Man (2600) and Pac-Man (5200). Sculptured Software also made Virtual Bart, The Simpsons: Bart's Nightmare and WWF Royal Rumble for the Genesis.
Pac-Mania 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 Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
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 cheats & codes
38 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Weird Round Modifier | FF0104:XX |
|---|---|
| Infinite Pac-Men | FF428B:07 |
| Enemies Always Ghosts | FF02CB:68 |
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 Genesis games today
Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.
Pac-Mania FAQ
Who made Pac-Mania?
It was developed by Sculptured Software and published by Namco.
Is Pac-Mania multiplayer?
Yes. Pac-Mania supports up to 2 players.
How long does Pac-Mania take to play?
As an action game, Pac-Mania 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.
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.