Bandai Namco to Shut Down PAC-MAN Mobile Game

Bandai Namco has made the tough decision to shut down PAC-MAN Mobile, which is particularly poignant as the iconic character celebrates its 45th anniversary this year. This version of the game, initially launched over a decade ago, has brought joy to countless players with its classic and innovative gameplay features.

When Is the PAC-MAN Mobile Shutdown?

The official shutdown date for PAC-MAN Mobile is set for May 30th, 2025. In-app purchases have already been discontinued as of April 1st. If you're among the dedicated fans still enjoying the game, you can continue playing until the final day on May 30th.

Many players have voiced their disappointment, wishing that Bandai Namco would convert the game to an offline version rather than shutting it down entirely. Such a move could have kept the game alive and even generated some revenue through continued interest.

PAC-MAN Mobile, formerly known as PAC-MAN + Tournaments, offered more than just the nostalgic arcade experience. It included the beloved 8-bit arcade mode, a Story Mode with numerous unique mazes, and an Adventure Mode featuring limited-time themed events for exclusive skins. Additionally, the Tournament Mode offered weekly maze challenges across three difficulty levels, along with a variety of skins for PAC-MAN, the ghosts, the joystick, and more.

The Reason

Over the past few years, the game has faced increasing issues with bugs and technical problems, which likely contributed to the decision to shut it down. I recall the excitement during the early days of its Android launch, with players eagerly competing for high scores and climbing leaderboards. Those were fun times indeed.

If you wish to enjoy PAC-MAN Mobile one last time before its shutdown, you can still download it from the Google Play Store.

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