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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action
Ms. Pac-Man
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 (originally 1982) |
| 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 |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 9 |
Ms. Pac-Man is an action game released in 1993 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Namco. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1982.
It landed about 8 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1993 include Kirby's Adventure, Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers 2 and DuckTales 2.
It is part of the Pac-Man series; on the NES you can also try Pac-Man, Pac-Mania and Pac-Man Championship Edition. The series also appears on other systems with Pac-Man (2600) and Pac-Man (5200). Namco also made Battle City, Mappy and Galaga for the NES.
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
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
45 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| 1 Life For Players 1 And 2 | AEUAYTZA |
|---|---|
| 6 Lives For Players 1 And 2 | IEUAYTZA |
| 9 Lives For Players 1 And 2 | AEUAYTZE |
| 1 Life For Player 2 In 2-Player Cooperative And Competitive Games | KEUEZVSE |
| Infinite Lives For Players 1 And 2 In Alternating Type Games | SXNETZVG |
| Infinite Lives For Player 2 Only, In Other Type Games | SZEALUVK |
Ms. Pac-Man walkthroughs & guides
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Ms. Pac-Man FAQ
When did Ms. Pac-Man come out on the NES?
Ms. Pac-Man was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1993; the original game dates back to 1982.
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.
Read more about Ms. 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.