Pac-Man
The classic arcade maze game that has entertained millions! Guide Pac-Man through the maze, eat dots, and avoid ghosts in this timeless favorite.
How to Play
Controls
- Use Arrow Keys or WASD to move
- ↑ or W = Up
- ↓ or S = Down
- ← or A = Left
- → or D = Right
Game Rules
- Eat all dots to complete each level
- Avoid ghosts - they'll end your game
- Power Pellets make ghosts vulnerable
- Collect fruits for bonus points
Meet the Ghosts
🔴 Blinky (Red)
- Aggressively chases you
- Gets faster as you clear dots
💗 Pinky (Pink)
- Tries to ambush you
- Predicts your movement
💙 Inky (Blue)
- Unpredictable movement
- Works with Blinky
🟧 Clyde (Orange)
- Moves randomly
- Less aggressive
Scoring
Basic Points
- Dots = 10 points
- Power Pellets = 50 points
- Ghosts = 200/400/800/1600 points
- Fruits = 100-5000 points
Tips for Success
Basic Strategy
- Stay near maze edges
- Use tunnels to escape
- Save Power Pellets for emergencies
- Watch ghost patterns
- Clear one area at a time
Pro Tips
- Chain ghost captures for max points
- Collect fruits when safe
- Learn ghost behaviors
- Use corners to your advantage
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why can't I move sometimes?
A: Make sure you're using keyboard controls (Arrow keys or WASD) and the game window is active.
Q: How do I get high scores?
A: Focus on eating all dots, chain ghost captures with Power Pellets, and don't miss fruit bonuses.
Q: What happens when I complete a level?
A: You advance to the next level where ghosts move faster and Power Pellets last shorter.
Q: Can I pause the game?
A: Yes, just press P or ESC to pause/unpause.
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Ready to play? Start chomping those dots and watch out for ghosts! Good luck! 🎮