Pac-Man World: Re-PAC

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.

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.

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!

I’ve always loved Pac-Man, and Pac-Man World Re-Pac is a fantastic reminder of why the original PS1 platformer was so great. It brings back all the fun and charm of the original while enhancing the experience with updated graphics and smoother gameplay. The bouncing mechanics, the Sonic-inspired ball move, and the satisfying slam jump all make the gameplay feel fresh and exciting. It’s a perfect blend of nostalgia and modern improvements—what’s not to love?

The overall score is based on how much fun I personally had with every component of the game and the overall experience.

I don’t think I played game more irritating than this. While visuals are great the camera, controls and overall characters positional awareness are the worst for this kind of game. You constantly miss an edge when jump, or just step out of it to fall because you just don't have an understanding where character is exactly on screen or where he will land after jump so you can tune that jump better.

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.