Pac-In-Time SNES box art

Super Nintendo · Platformer / Action

Pac-In-Time

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1994
GenrePlatformer, Action
DeveloperKalisto
PublisherNamco
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 7

Developed by Kalisto and published by Namco, Pac-In-Time arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1994 as a platformer. It blends platformer and action elements.

It landed about 3 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1994 include Final Fantasy VI, Donkey Kong Country and Super Metroid.

Pac-In-Time supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to run, jump and explore
  • 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 get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives

What playing Pac-In-Time is like

Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.

Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.

Pac-In-Time gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

Pac-In-Time cheats & codes

21 codes on file (Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Pro Action Replay codes to start with:

Infinite Health7E1541BF
Infinite Lives7E0AE304
Invincible7E0B5D99
Have Rope7E0B1500
Have Fire7E0B1700
Have Bubble7E0B1900

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Pac-In-Time walkthroughs & guides

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Playing SNES games today

The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.

Pac-In-Time FAQ

When did Pac-In-Time come out on the SNES?

Pac-In-Time was released for the Super Nintendo in 1994.

Who made Pac-In-Time?

It was developed by Kalisto and published by Namco.

Is Pac-In-Time multiplayer?

Yes. Pac-In-Time supports up to 2 players.

How long does Pac-In-Time take to play?

As a platformer, Pac-In-Time 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-In-Time 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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