Pac-Man

by Namco

Product Details

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• ASIN: B00001OX3X
• Product Dimensions: 4.7 x 4.7 x 0.9 inches ; 1.8 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #14,381 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)

Product Description

Editorial Review

The little yellow guy with a big appetite for dots is making a name for himself on the NEOGEO. This faithful pocket-sized reproduction of the early-'80s arcade classic offers instant gratification for those who want to gobble up some spare time. Unfortunately, the joystick on this portable unit doesn't respond extremely well on sharp turns, which can be the kiss of death when you're being chased by those pesky ghosts Pinky, Inky, Blinky, or Clyde.

Play takes place in full-screen or scroll modes. Scroll mode poses more of a challenge as you can see only one corner of the board at all times, which can make it hard to avoid ghosts. It may not be as advanced as many other titles for the NEOGEO, but nothing beats the addictive arcade action of Pac-Man. If you are looking for a game to just pick up and play, snatch up this title. It's still as much fun as when you first played it at the arcade all those years ago. --Carrie Bell

Pros:

• Retains all the charm and excitement of the original arcade classic
• One of the best games for short spurts of gameplay
• Safe for all ages

Cons:

• Joystick response is weak on sharp turns
• No new additions to the original version

Product Description

This cartridge is brand new. Game comes in a clear plastic game case. No Original box or manual.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Its a classic, but......, November 14, 1999

By A Customer

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

Pac Man in undoubtedly the most successful and one of the most influential video games ever, but today, the original game alone does not dignify the price. Lord only knows why the puzzle game Pac Attack was included in the GB version but not in this version-if they were going to package a Pac game by itself it should have been Ms.Pac Man, because at least in that game the stages change for a minimal amount of variety. Still, beneath the simple veneer lies an incredibly addictive and exciting game, and hardcore Pac Man fans never get tired of Pac Man's one and only board. If you are a Neo Geo pocket owner and a Pac fan and you dont own a GB, buy this. otherwise, check out the GBC "Special editions" of Pac Man and Ms.Pac Man which give more bang for your buck.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars It is but Pac-Man, October 17, 2000

By 

Andrew Mathas (USA) - See all my reviews

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

Pac-Man: The story of a yellow circle that has a singular goal in life-to eat endless amounts of dots. He is chased by 4 ghosts who undenyably never give up their relentless chase of our hero. He can stop them by eating power pills, but he has but only four. If you enjoy this epic adventure, then this game is for you. It has the original graphics and sound. It is very challenging, as it always was--now because it has 2 different views to chose from. You can either be able to see one corner of the maze at a time, or the whole thing, which is better than the Game Boy version. I suppose the problem with this game is that it is simply Pac-Man and nothing more. There are no new modes, no new levels, and no new graphics. Pac-Man was a great game, and the legend lives on with this title. Buy it if you like Pac-Man, otherwise move along.

9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars It's loads of fun!, November 18, 1999

By A Customer

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

As a kid I remember playing Pac Man at the arcade. I never had enough money to get very good at it, but I did like the game a lot. Now, with my NGPC, I can play to my hearts content. I seem to have become addicted to this classic arcade game and I realize why so many people hold this game dear to their hearts. Great fun and well worth the price.