Pacman

"Pacman" is a timeless arcade game that first captivated players in 1980. Developed by Namco, the game features a simple yet compelling concept: the player navigates Pac-Man, a yellow, circular character, through a maze filled with pellets and fruit while avoiding four colored ghosts. The main goal is to consume all the pellets in the maze to progress to the next level.

The game's maze consists of numerous pathways and corners where the pellets are laid out. Among these pellets are larger, flashing pellets known as "power pellets" that provide Pac-Man with the temporary ability to eat the ghosts, which turn blue and become vulnerable for a short period. Eating these ghosts can score extra points.

As the player progresses, the difficulty increases. The ghosts, each with their unique personalities and strategies, become faster and the time during which they remain vulnerable after eating a power pellet decreases. The ghosts' names are Blinky, Pinky, Inky, and Clyde, and they each have a distinct approach to chasing Pac-Man. Blinky directly pursues Pac-Man, Pinky tries to position herself in front of Pac-Man, Inky is somewhat unpredictable, and Clyde shifts between chasing Pac-Man and fleeing away.

Scattered around the maze are fruits like cherries and strawberries, which appear periodically and can be eaten for additional points. These bonus items increase in variety and points as the game progresses.

The game is controlled using arrow keys in most online versions. This easy control scheme makes it accessible to players of all ages. The game's design, with its bright colors and simple sound effects, creates an engaging and addictive experience that has stood the test of time.