Pac-Man World: Re-PAC

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  • Summary: Feed Your Appetite for Adventure. In Pac-Man World Re-Pac, Pac-Man arrives home on his birthday to find the Ghosts have kidnapped Pac-Man’s family & friends and ruined his party. Pac-Man must set out to adventure through the six areas of Ghost Island to rescue his family and friends, andFeed Your Appetite for Adventure. In Pac-Man World Re-Pac, Pac-Man arrives home on his birthday to find the Ghosts have kidnapped Pac-Man’s family & friends and ruined his party. Pac-Man must set out to adventure through the six areas of Ghost Island to rescue his family and friends, and face-off against the Ghosts’ boss, Toc-Man. With polished graphics, enhanced gameplay, and updated features – Pac-Man World Re-Pac is action/platforming fun for both experienced Pac-fans and new Pac-thusiasts the world over.… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. GameCritics
    Sep 29, 2022
    85
    Pac-Man World: Re-Pac might be a bit basic at times, but it nails the mechanics and delivers on the production. It feels like exactly the kind of thing I would have enjoyed as a kid — which basically means I also enjoy it now as a platforming-crazed adult. I’m glad Namco is looking to its classic catalog in this way, and I’m hoping it means we get more from them in this style. Pac-Man fever? I have it.
  2. Digital Chumps
    Aug 29, 2022
    80
    Pac-Man World Re-Pac brings a classic back to life and then some. While the locked camera and tricky angles might frustrate some, it is still a fun game that expands the Pac-Man universe and reminds us that this old power pellet eater still has a lot of life left in him.
  3. Video Chums
    Sep 4, 2022
    76
    As a big fan of the original back in the day, I admit that perhaps Pac-Man World hasn't held up as well as I thought it would. With that being said, Pac-Man World Re-Pac is definitely a cute and colourful game that's full of fun gameplay and rewarding collectibles.
  4. TheGamer
    Aug 29, 2022
    70
    Pac-Man World may not be Pac-Man World 2 like I’d hoped, but it’s still a solid classic platformer with enough unique elements to help it stand out. Those who have played the original will no doubt appreciate the nostalgia, but those like me who missed it originally will still have a good time.
  5. GameOver.gr
    Sep 2, 2022
    70
    The visual upgrades give a fresh look to the game, however the same cannot be said for the gameplay that comes straight from 1999. PAC-MAN World Re-PAC gives the opportunity to those who loved the original game to see it with a fresh eye, while at the same time fans of old school 3D platformers that missed it back in 1999, have now the chance to try it out.
  6. Multiplayer.it
    Aug 31, 2022
    70
    Pac-Man returns in its first 3D platformer, with a very faithful remake of the original one.
  7. Everyeye.it
    Aug 24, 2022
    60
    This Re-Pac of that game that had a moderate success more than twenty years ago proves to be mostly aimed at nostalgics of the original title, eager to get their hands on one of their first playful experiences on the historic PlayStation, which can therefore be satisfied from the new Bandai-Namco proposal. Those who have not already felt an immeasurable affection for Pac-Man World for some time will not find in the Re-Pac a useful reason to rediscover this little gem of the past, yet another demonstration of how much the world of video games has evolved since that distant 1999.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 18
  3. Negative: 1 out of 18
  1. eMJayDesu
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    My childhood game is back! And in what style! I love it! Just like the original from the first PlayStation, it entertains with its gameplay,My childhood game is back! And in what style! I love it! Just like the original from the first PlayStation, it entertains with its gameplay, simple story, music and of course colorful graphics! Wonderful game for everyone!… Expand
  2. s2play5
    Sep 24, 2022
    10
    beatfull, man is best game my relembre de play this in my PS2 around in year 2010/11 much good times.

    MORE IN ACTUAL MOMENT 2022, or ps5    beatfull, man is best game my relembre de play this in my PS2 around in year 2010/11 much good times.

    MORE IN ACTUAL MOMENT 2022, or ps5 unlock this games is childhood deal one try download in my machine rescue mu childhood im back por one low period more **** o game is best PAC-MAN FOREVER    … Expand
  4. squidread
    Nov 20, 2022
    10
    Genuinely one of my favorite games of all time. The platforming is very well constructed and precise. Reminds me a lot of Super Mario 3DGenuinely one of my favorite games of all time. The platforming is very well constructed and precise. Reminds me a lot of Super Mario 3D World, which is impressive since the original PMW game came out 14 years before SM3DW. The Re-PAC remaster improves on the original in every way. The PS5 version even uses the DualSense controller’s adaptive triggers for throwing dots. A lot of linear 3D platformers follow the pattern of grass -> desert -> ice -> water -> caves -> sky -> lava. This game’s worlds mix up the theming a lot, being pirate ship -> ruins -> space -> funhouse -> factory -> mansion. Six unusual themes in an unusual order. Very creative! I’m especially a fan of the funhouse world. At launch, the game had two issues: much of the soundtrack was heavily compressed and the original PS1 game’s development team was not included in the end credits. Both of these issues have since been fixed with a patch, so I can now confidently say it’s a 10/10 game. I hope to see more PAC-Man World games in the future, remakes and entirely new.… Expand
  5. LMD
    Aug 28, 2022
    8
    It's not a Game of the Year contender, but this platformer is just so fun to play. It's beautiful, catchy, and addictive. A pure joyfulIt's not a Game of the Year contender, but this platformer is just so fun to play. It's beautiful, catchy, and addictive. A pure joyful nostalgia trip. Worth all the time it asks, and gives hope for the future of the series.… Expand
  6. Jediknight0330
    Feb 10, 2023
    8
    A fun remake of the original Pac Man World. I'd give it a 10 if I didn't have to get that Retro Gamer trophy. Which requires you to getA fun remake of the original Pac Man World. I'd give it a 10 if I didn't have to get that Retro Gamer trophy. Which requires you to get through 9 rounds of original Pac-Man. I was raging trying to get that one. Took me two days. I hope we get the remaster to World 2.… Expand
  7. churros
    Nov 12, 2022
    7
    Pros:
    + easy to pick up and play
    + simple controls + nostalgic sound effects + fun to search for collectibles Cons: - repetitive music    Pros:
    + easy to pick up and play
    + simple controls
    + nostalgic sound effects
    + fun to search for collectibles

    Cons:
    - repetitive music
    - could have more powerups
    - uninspiring level design    … Expand
  8. Xedmed
    Jan 1, 2023
    3
    Good grief this game is awful. The level design is tedious, the lag in controls is horrific and the lack of quality-of-life improvements isGood grief this game is awful. The level design is tedious, the lag in controls is horrific and the lack of quality-of-life improvements is woeful. Go play Mario Odessy, Sonic Frontiers or Crash Bandicoot rather than this terrible thing.… Expand

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