Definition
A 1980 arcade game where players navigate a yellow character through a maze, eating dots while avoiding colorful ghosts. It became one of the most iconic and commercially successful video games of all time.
Example Usage
I spent three dollars in quarters at the arcade playing Pac-Man instead of studying for my exam.
Origin
Created by Namco; the name came from the Japanese phrase 'paku paku' (the sound of eating). Originally titled 'Puck Man' before its North American release.
Fun Fact
The game features a hidden Easter egg where players can see the game's designer's initials appear on screen under certain conditions.
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