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TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Platformer
Pac-Land
| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 (originally 1984) |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Namco |
| Publisher | NEC |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1989, Pac-Land is a platformer developed by Namco and published by NEC. This TurboGrafx-16 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1984.
It belongs to the TurboGrafx-16's earliest wave of games. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1989 include Vigilante, Volfied and Dungeon Explorer. Among the 20 TurboGrafx-16 platformers in our database, it ranks #5 by legacy score.
Namco also made Dragon Spirit, Valkyrie no Densetsu and Ordyne for the TurboGrafx-16.
Pac-Land 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-Land 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-Land cheats & codes
2 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 1f0167:05 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Time | 1f0549:74
1f0193:09 |
Pac-Land walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Pac-Land.
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Playing TurboGrafx-16 games today
The TurboGrafx library is a shmup fan's dream and full of games most Western players never tried. The TurboGrafx-16 Mini and Nintendo Switch Online have brought many of them back.
Pac-Land FAQ
When did Pac-Land come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
Pac-Land was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1989; the original game dates back to 1984.
Who made Pac-Land?
It was developed by Namco and published by NEC.
Is Pac-Land multiplayer?
Yes. Pac-Land supports up to 2 players.
How long does Pac-Land take to play?
As a platformer, Pac-Land 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-Land 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.