Bandai Namco is really chomping at the bit to help Pac-Man celebrate his 46th birthday!
And I mean they are chomping quite literally…or Pac-Man himself is!
Today, the legendary Tokyo-based game developer is announcing that the month of May shall henceforth be known as “PAC-MAY” — and that we should all embrace the theme of “Connect the Dots.”
This means we are in for a month of exciting announcements and activations commemorating one of video games’ most iconic, and yellow, characters!
While there will be lots to do live over the year in big cities like Tokyo, L.A., and New York, including a “Pac-Man Chompionship Tournament” at The Paley Museum in New York. There will also be things to do wherever you are — like a new Fruit Ninja x Pac-Man crossover, and watching Pac-Man’s new YouTube animated short series, Pac-Man: Snack Breaks. This show, created in partnership with New York-based studio Cartuna, floats at us on May 22, and is sure to delight multi-generational audiences and long-time fans alike with a strong focus on bringing storytelling back to the world of Pac-Man and company.
Join Pac-Man as he leaves Pac-Village for the fast-paced, neon sprawl of New Pac-City, where everyday life bursts into high-speed, snack-fueled adventures. With the pesky Team Ghost always on his tail, Pac-Man has to navigate the city with boundless optimism, high-energy comedy and inventive worldbuilding.
The show is directed by Noah Pardo, with lead producers Adam Belfer, James Belfer, Monica Mazel, Garrett Beltis, and Ben Bishop.
It features a colourful’ 80s-inspired retro anime visual identity and fast-paced, comedic storytelling tailored for new digital audiences. The principal cast features Mike Cefalo as Pac-Man and Inky, Mike Bodie as Blinky, Rebecca Wang as Pinky, and Lukas Arnold as Clyde.
New episodes will come out on YouTube every month starting May 22!
