Bandai Namco has announced the shutdown of PAC-MAN Mobile, which strikes a poignant note as the legendary icon celebrates its 45th anniversary this year. This version of the game, which launched over a decade ago, has been a beloved part of many players' mobile gaming experiences.

When Is the PAC-MAN Mobile Shutdown?

The official date for the PAC-MAN Mobile shutdown is set for May 30th, 2025. In-app purchases have already been discontinued as of April 1st. If you are among those who still enjoy playing, you can continue to do so until the shutdown date.

Many players have voiced their disappointment over Bandai Namco's decision to shut down the game entirely rather than offering an offline version. An offline option would have been welcomed by the community and could have continued to generate revenue for the company.

This iteration of PAC-MAN, formerly known as PAC-MAN + Tournaments, offered more than just the classic arcade experience. Alongside the iconic 8-bit arcade mode, it featured a Story Mode with numerous original mazes to navigate. Additionally, the game included an Adventure Mode with limited-time themed events, allowing players to earn exclusive skins. The Tournament Mode added weekly maze challenges across three difficulty levels, and there were numerous skins available for PAC-MAN, the ghosts, and even the joystick.

The Reason

Over the past few years, the game has faced numerous issues, with bugs and problems accumulating over time. This likely played a significant role in the decision to shut down the game.

I recall the excitement during the initial years following its launch on Android, where players were intensely focused on achieving high scores and climbing leaderboards. Those were fun times indeed.

If you wish to experience PAC-MAN Mobile one last time before its shutdown, you can download it from the Google Play Store.

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