How To Find Google’s Secret Pac-Man Game
If you grew up in the ’80s or ’90s, there’s a good chance you’re familiar with Pac-Man. This iconic arcade game took the world by storm when it debuted in May 1980, but it didn’t just become a global hit; it evolved into a pop culture phenomenon that’s deeply ingrained in millions of people even to this day. It’s so popular that it has two dedicated TV series, notable cameos in films like Wreck-It Ralph and Pixels, aLEGO Icons set of the Pac-Man arcade cabinet, and a whopping53 million searches worldwide.
In celebration of all the love Pac-Man has received over the years, Google created a special tribute for the bubbly yellow chomper’s 30th birthday in May 2010: an interactive Google doodle. This doodle, which also happened to be Google’s first-ever playable Doodle Game, lets you enjoy a simple version of Pac-Man directly from your browser. It remains accessible today if you feel nostalgic or want to introduce the game to your kids.
Play Pac-Man from any browser
You won’t need to install additional software or tools to play Pac-Man from any browser. If you’re on Google Chrome, it’s very easy to access. All you need to do is type “Pac-Man” in the address bar, and the Pac-Man Doodle will pop up at the top of the search results. Then, just hit the Play button to open the Pac-Man game right in the middle of the page. If you’re on a different browser or want to enjoy the game in full screen, you’re able to simply head to theofficial Doodle Pac-Man page. The game can be played using your keyboard’s arrow keys in any browser.
In case you need a refresher on how to play Pac-Man, here are the rules:
