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Pac-Man World: Re-PAC
Released On: Aug 26, 2022
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7.7
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Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 30 Critic Reviews
71
37% Positive
11 Reviews
11 Reviews
63% Mixed
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0% Negative
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Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 30 Critic Reviews
71
37% Positive
11 Reviews
11 Reviews
63% Mixed
19 Reviews
19 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
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.
When I find that my complaints largely have to do with wishing there was more content in a game that is already perfectly sufficient, I know that I’ve had a good time. It feels strange to call Pac-Man World a “classic,” but the numbers don’t lie. The original game sold 1.5 million units, was well-received by critics and justified a number of sequels. Bandai Namco is most justified in trying this on to see if there’s room to revive the Pac-Man World property with new games, and based on the quality of this, I’d like to see what a new Pac-Man World looks like down the track.
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 27 User Ratings
7.7
63% Positive
17 Ratings
17 Ratings
26% Mixed
7 Ratings
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11% Negative
3 Ratings
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User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 27 User Ratings
7.7
63% Positive
17 Ratings
17 Ratings
26% Mixed
7 Ratings
7 Ratings
11% Negative
3 Ratings
3 Ratings
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!
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PlayStation 5
Hermoso !! Nostalgia pura, gráficos de ps5 dignos,recomendado a todas las edades.
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PlayStation 5
A fine modernization of an old classic, funny and clever enough to entertain in the few hours needed to complete it.
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.
Pac-Man World Re-Pac is a great remake of a good game. The visual overhaul of the graphics looks great and the new QoL features help iron out some of the rough edges that are present in many games of its era. The sameness of the stages and the short runtime are blows against the game, but it's still a fun experience, and worth checking out for fans of platformers.
Pac-Man World Re-Pac is a fun look Pac in time to an era where 3D platformers were far more prominent than they are today. While it doesn’t quite outclass some of its contemporaries like Crash Bandicoot Warped and Super Mario 64, Pac-Man World isn’t one to miss if you’re looking for another solid 3D platforming adventure. Depending on how you view the new difficulty balances (or if you just really love Ms. Pac-Man) this is undoubtedly the best way to experience the PS1 classic.
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.
Genuinely 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.
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PlayStation 5
The overall score is based on how much fun I personally had with every component of the game
and the overall experience.
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PlayStation 5
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
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PlayStation 5
This is amazing remake of the original PS1 game. I love the controls and looks. The levels doesn't take too long to complete and they are fun and short I enjoy them and they look good the gameplay is very satisfying.
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PlayStation 5
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 is woeful. Go play Mario Odessy, Sonic Frontiers or Crash Bandicoot rather than this terrible thing.
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PlayStation 5
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, and face-off against the Ghosts’ boss, Toc-Man. With p...
Rated E
for Everyone
Platforms:
- Nintendo Switch
- PC
- PlayStation 5
- PlayStation 4
- Xbox Series X
- Xbox One
Initial Release Date: Aug 26, 2022
Developer:
- Bandai Namco Games
Publisher: Bandai Namco Games
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