Toru Iwatani’s Puck Man turns 45 this year, and along the way, he was renamed Pac-Man. The original name comes from the Japanese phrase paku paku taberu, which relates to greedily wolfing something down.
That hungry feeding frenzy might well be what PowerA are hoping to trigger later this year with unique edition accessories inspired by Pac-Man for the Switch and Xbox.
Akio Strasser, Sr. Director of Global Marketing, PowerA, told the press;
PAC-MAN has been a cornerstone of gaming culture for more than four decades. We’re thrilled to partner with Bandai Namco to deliver accessories that celebrate PAC-MAN’s rich legacy while offering players both style and performance. While we’re keeping product details under wraps for now, fans can expect collectible, high-quality designs that honor the classic character’s timeless appeal.”
Susan Tran, Sr. Director, Brand Development at Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. added;
As PAC-MAN reaches this 45th-anniversary milestone, we’re excited to team up with PowerA. PowerA’s reputation for creating exceptional gaming gear aligns perfectly with our vision of sharing PAC-MAN’s impact and legacy with gamers and collectors worldwide.”
Details will be revealed later, but there is already a watch list on PowerA’s website. Elsewhere on the site, you’ll find this Snorlax carrying case for the Switch. It sets a high bar, I think.
