Pacman Doodle is a special version of the classic arcade game Pac-Man, created by Google to celebrate the game’s 30th anniversary in 2010. What started as an interactive Google Doodle quickly became a viral phenomenon, allowing millions around the world to play the iconic maze-chase game right from the search engine’s homepage.
In Pacman Doodle, you control the yellow, pizza-shaped hero Pac-Man through a maze filled with pellets, bonus fruits, and dangerous ghosts. Your goal is to clear all the dots while avoiding the colorful ghosts-Blinky, Pinky, Inky, and Clyde-unless you’ve eaten a power pellet, which lets you turn the tables and chase them instead. The game retains its original 1980s charm, including pixel-style graphics and the familiar sound effects that defined a generation of arcade gameplay.
One standout feature of the Google Doodle version is the custom-designed maze that cleverly integrates the word “Google” into the level layout. It also includes authentic gameplay mechanics and a co-op mode, where the second player can control Ms. Pac-Man using the W, A, S, and D keys-making it a fun two-player challenge directly in your browser.
Whether you’re a retro gaming fan or discovering Pac-Man for the first time, Pacman Doodle offers fast-paced, nostalgic gameplay that’s simple to pick up but hard to master. It’s a perfect homage to one of the most influential video games in history and a great way to enjoy classic fun without needing to download anything.
