Pac-Man Museum Plus

Suppose you're a classic arcade game enthusiast. We expect you'll already have Pac-Man Museum+ on your radar if it's not in hand already. After all, those who found themselves immersed in these titles have a solid connection to our favorite gobbling blob. So every release is a must, even if it's something we've played before or the gameplay is questionable.

Pac-Man Museum+ is a collection of the titled games throughout the ages. Yes, there is already a compilation of the same title. However, this game is brought into the modern-day hardware, aiming to transcend your consoles into classic arcade rooms full of all the greatest Pac-Man games. So is an investment in yet another compilation worth it?

I'm the Pac-Man Now

I'm not sure if it's worth recapping the general gameplay here. If you don't know what Pac-Man is and are reading this review, perhaps you need a quick glimpse at video game history. But Pac-Man is a game where you play as a yellow circle to eat everything on the map while avoiding mean ghosts that want to end you.

Now we have that covered; what's Pac-Man Museum+ covering that hasn't been seen already? The compilation features more games, a more dedicated focus on recreating an arcade room, and customizability. We're not kidding when we say that this is the ultimate Pac-Man game. There are 14-games included that span from its first incarnation in 1980 up until the advanced versions of 2006.

You'll munch through the ages and relive the nostalgia of all your old favorite arcade Pac-Mans, and beyond. Admittedly, Pac-Man Museum+ is more appealing than I initially thought. The arcade mode customization and virtual exploration keep you immersed, bringing the nostalgic Pac-Man experience.

Investing in the game means you kind of win both ways. If you're a Pac-Man fan, you're getting a compilation that features all prominent games with more innovative features. Should be new to the arcade games, Pac-Man Museum+ is an excellent introduction to all old classics. So really, it just leaves one question - why not?

Condensed Arcade Room Dreams

There aren't too many reasons not to purchase Pac-Man Museum+. It is a pretty comprehensive compilation of all the classic games. The most impressive feat is that they are all bound together in a virtual arcade experience. The developers show dedication to player nostalgia. It's a nice touch and certainly one to win many players over.

Round-Up - Pros & Cons

Pros:

• 14 Pac-Man games included in one
• The compilation features a virtual arcade experience
• The nostalgia factor runs high in the classic Pac-Man games

Cons:

• Another rerelease of old Pac-Man games