Pac-Man Championship Edition NES box art

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Pac-Man Championship Edition

SystemNintendo Entertainment System
GenreAction
DeveloperM2
PublisherBandai Namco Entertainment
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesPac-Man
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by M2 and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, Pac-Man Championship Edition arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System as an action game.

It is part of the Pac-Man series; on the NES you can also try Pac-Man, Ms. Pac-Man and Pac-Mania. The series also appears on other systems with Pac-Man (2600) and Pac-Man (5200).

Pac-Man Championship Edition 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 NES hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Pac-Man Championship Edition 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-Man Championship Edition gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

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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.

Pac-Man Championship Edition FAQ

Who made Pac-Man Championship Edition?

It was developed by M2 and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment.

Is Pac-Man Championship Edition multiplayer?

Yes. Pac-Man Championship Edition supports up to 2 players.

How long does Pac-Man Championship Edition take to play?

As an action game, Pac-Man Championship Edition 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.

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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