In honor of PAC-MAN’s 45th Anniversary, the upcoming collection showcases new hardware, classic and fresh games, along with limited-edition San Diego Comic-Con exclusive cartridges.
For more details on the PAC-MAN 45th Anniversary celebration, visit www.bandainamcoent.com/pac-man-45th-anniversary.
NEW YORK, NY / IRVINE, CA – July 21, 2025 – Atari is partnering with Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. to unveil the Atari x PAC-MAN Collection. This collaboration honors the enduring partnership of these two iconic brands, coinciding with PAC-MAN’s 45th anniversary since its arcade debut. The collection features PAC-MAN’s vibrant essence, including a yellow Atari 2600+ console, colorful Ghost Joysticks, a new PAC-MAN game, and more.
The Atari and Bandai Namco collaboration presents a variety of offerings for Atari and PAC-MAN enthusiasts:
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**Atari 2600+ PAC-MAN Edition:** This newly designed console in classic PAC-MAN yellow features illuminated icons and comes with the PAC-MAN: Double Feature 2-in-1 cartridge and a PAC-MAN Edition of the Atari CX40+ Wireless Joystick. Priced at $169.99 USD, it’s now available for pre-order.
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**PAC-MAN: Double Feature 2-in-1 Cartridge:** This cartridge includes PAC-MAN 7800, a new arcade-style version, alongside the original PAC-MAN 2600.
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**CX40+ Wireless Joystick:** Available in five colors inspired by PAC-MAN characters, priced at $39.99 USD each.
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**High Score Collection:** A compilation featuring classic Bandai Namco titles for the Atari 7800, including GALAGA, DIG DUG, XEVIOUS, and the new PAC-MAN: Double Feature game, all in exclusive packaging for $139.99 USD. Standard editions will be sold separately for $34.99 USD.
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**Exclusive Gold Edition:** At San Diego Comic-Con 2025, Atari will release 1,000 exclusive Golden BOX Editions of PAC-MAN: Double Feature, each priced at $99.99 and including a surprise color cartridge, patch, and pin. No purchase is necessary to enter or win.
“We’re excited to partner with Bandai Namco again; they share our passion for gaming history,” said Matt Burnett, VP of Strategic Operations at Atari. “The Atari x PAC-MAN Collection celebrates classic gaming with unique hardware, bringing a special experience for fans and collectors.”
“Collaborating with Atari again is an honor,” said Karim Farghaly, SVP, Business Innovation and Licensing at Bandai Namco. “We’ve built a legacy of milestones. The Atari x PAC-MAN Collection captures the spirit of PAC-MAN, merging nostalgia with new experiences for fans.”
Additionally, Atari and Bandai Namco are introducing a new DLC for Atari 50, titled The Namco Connection. This expansion explores the early partnership and will be available later this year for $7.99 USD. It includes the best-selling PAC-MAN for Atari 2600 and titles from various Atari consoles, with an interactive timeline featuring interviews and archival content.
For more details about the PAC-MAN 45th Anniversary celebration, visit www.bandainamcoent.com/pac-man-45th-anniversary.
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Original article by www.oldschoolgamermagazine.com
