Namco Museum PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Namco
  • Release Date: Dec 4, 2001
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72 out of 100

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5.8 out of 10

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  • Summary: Includes classic Namco arcade hits such as Pac-Man, Ms. Pac-Man, Galaga, Galaxian, Dig Dug and Pole Position. But the fun doesn't stop there, since Namco has added all new arrangement modes plus other hidden games. [Namco]

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. GamerWeb Sony
    85
    If you're a retrogaming fan (like I am), then Namco Museum is a no-brainer, if only for the Arrangements.
  2. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    70
    Easily the best compilation of quality classics ever seen on a console. [Feb 2002, p.108]
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  3. IGN
    70
    They're still fun, but they definitely aren't pretty.
  4. Hot Games
    70
    Nostalgia freaks and curious geeks could use the history lesson that this disc teaches - it's an emotional purchase.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 4
  3. Negative: 1 out of 4
  1. TheQuietGamer
    8
    If you like retro games this might be for you, graphically the games look like they did when they came out, and the sound is the same, it's got some fun co-op, and the controls work, add some secret games and there is really no reason to turn your nose up at this just because there old.… Expand
  2. MattK.
    7
    Some of the titles are down right difficult to control with the analog stick, but most will work with the digital cross as well. My son has been playing games off this disc since he was 2 with no difficulty.… Expand
  3. KendylKlownfish
    6
    Namco Museum doesn't have that much variety a collection pack should -- aside from rebooted versions of Pac-Man, Dig Dug, and Galaga. In fact, you'll probably find more enjoyment out of the PS1 versions.… Expand
  4. Face
    2
    Played it for about 3 mins then stopped.