Ever wanted to play Pac-Man for real? I mean actually physically run around a maze collecting power pellets and dodging the classic ghosts Blinky, Pinky Inky and Clyde? Of course, you have. And now you can.
Tom Lionetti-Maguire of Little Lion Entertainment, the producer behind The Crystal Maze Live Experience, Tomb Raider, and Chaos Karts, is holding the Pac-Man Live Experience at the Arcade Arena in Manchester. Tickets go on sale today (for retro gaming action from the safety of a chair, see our pick of the best retro games consoles).
Opening on 22 March 2025 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Bandai Namco Entertainments’ arcade game, Pac-Man Live is described as a multi-sensory adventure, blending the real world with augmented reality to plunge players into the nostalgic world of the iconic game.
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Two massive Pac-Man courts will be projected onto the floor, while dynamic visuals transform the walls. Players will be guided through 12-levels by the Pac-Master, a gameshow host who serves as commentator and referee. That makes it sound like a wild mix of Pac-Man meets The Crystal Maze! We’re promised immersive in-game effects like sound bites, lighting, and haptic feedback.
Early bird tickets are on sale from 12pm on Thursday 21 November via www.pacmanlive.co.uk.
