Pac-Man (Atari 2600)

by Atari

Product Features

• For the Classic Atari 2600 Video Game Console
• Catalog no. CX2646
• Programmed by Tod Frye
• One or Two Player Games
• Use with Joystick Controllers

Product Details

• ASIN: B0009V1CO8
• Item Weight: 3 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Average Customer Review: 2.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #13,165 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

We know that millions of people all over the world just love the PAC-MAN arcade game. PAC-MAN has won the hearts of men, women, and children everywhere. We also know that PAC-MAN has traditionally been an arcade game. Well, we at ATARI know all about arcade games. After all, we make some of the greatest arcade games in the world, and we know how to bring the same dynamite game play into your home. Our PAC-MAN has all of the excitement and challenge of the standard arcade game, and you get to play in the comfort and convenience of your own home. This is especially advantageous if you still plan to make an occasional appearance at the arcade to show off your great playing skills. (Little do they know that you've been practicing at home all along.) Just in case you're new to PAC-MAN, don't worry. It's easy to learn. You'll be a pro in no time at all. So, relax, get comfortable and enjoy it in the privacy of your own home. We suggest that you read this instruction booklet thoroughly before beginning game play. We know that you won't want to miss any important details about game play. You might even find it entertaining. The object of the game is to keep PAC-MAN happy and healthy in his home of Mazeland. PAC-MAN starts the game with four lives(turns). The longer he survives, the more points you score. You score a point for every video wafer that PAC-MAN eats. You also score points when PAC-MAN eats power pills, vitamins, and ghosts. Everytime PAC-MAN eats all of the video wafers on the maze, he earns an extra life and a new maze full of video wafers.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Different layout, different sounds, who cares?, November 19, 2010

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SMB Madman - See all my reviews

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Pac-Man (Atari 2600) (Video Game)

Pac-Man and ET were the two games for the Atari to cause the "end" of videogames. But I don't understand what's wrong with the game. So what if the maze is different? So what if the graphics are different? So what if the sounds are different?

At least the gameplay is the same! You guide Pac-Man around, munching off all the dots in the maze.

The sounds are beeps and bops. Like how every Atari game has them.

There's no music.

I mean, seriously. People are making a big deal out of nothing. This game is good the way it is.

5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Old School Fun, June 18, 2006

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Girl Gammer "Ole' School Girl Gammer" - See all my reviews

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Pac-Man (Atari 2600) (Video Game)

Pac Man was and is an awesome game. It was the beginning of everything. Anyone who remembers opening their console on Christmas morning knows exactly what I am talking about. The only down side to the games of yester year is the crap that is produced now. Yes the game flickers and if you TV is too big you have to wait for the screen to move but SO WHAT! It is a fun and easy game to play that can be played for HOURS and any age group from the toddler in your home to your great grand ma. So to those who are dogging this game go back and respect your gaming history!!!! Without it you could not blow things up or hear bones break today.

3.0 out of 5 stars Its good, but not a "MUST HAVE" ., October 4, 2011

A Kid's Review

= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Pac-Man (Atari 2600) (Video Game)

Hello! Now lets see the graphics :
Well some people say they su**ks. But im not gonna blame because they could only do SO much on a early 8 bit system.
controles: Now ive found it hard soetimes to controle pac man (which makes it hard to play). But just make sure you press the joystick all the way.
gameplay (set up): well Atari made this pretty good. Its hard to control pac man,ghosts are flickering but it does't mind me.
I have 5 copies so I might sell one here.