I like how pac mania isn’t a hacked version of arcade or the tengen nes version like they did with the pac man mini arcade, it’s just the genesis port with dodgy sound
I was about to buy this when I saw it at Walmart, but then I remembered that I could buy the Namco Museum collection on the Switch for the same price. So I ended up putting it back. I guess it could be nice for someone who doesn't have a Switch and LOVES Pac-Man.
Update, I just picked this up today. Not sure if you noticed but on the original Pac-Man on this unit the beginning tune plays at the beginning of EACH STAGE instead of just stage 1.
Buyer beware, My Arcade's Ms. Pac-man is not good. I have never played the NES version of this game, I believe that version is installed on the unit and it sucks in my book.
To be honest, it’s hard to go wrong with Pac-Man. No matter what version you choose, it’s still gonna be decent. Might not look nearly as good, but that’s usually the only setback.
Interesting perspective. I wasn't as kind in my review of it. I think if it wasn't for the fact that it's $30 bucks, the expectations would be a little lower. Honestly the part that gets me is the distortion of the sound. How did they not see this in the final product. So close and yet so far! Ha. Great review!
I think the difference on the ghost behaviour has to do with the scatter mode. In arcade and NES version, Blinky's (red ghost) scatter mode is on the top right, while on this version it seems to be on the top left..
It’s cool and all, but it would’ve been better if it included PAC-MAN Arrangement, PAC-MAN Plus, Ms. PAC-MAN, PAC & PAL, and/or Super PAC-MAN. Neat little handheld, I’m definitely getting this soon!
Looks like overall , pretty good price point for what it is,its cool to see these getting made now, I wish stuff like this was available when I was growing up, lol, liked the vid!!!!
I just got one from my dad (as an early birthday present) yesterday and I love it. I have no problem with the sound or anything. it does kinda suck that the high score resets after turning it off, but I love it! and my dad only paid $19.99. I love pac-man more than most new games on like the ps4. idk why lol
Yes indeed. It doesnt make any sense since any respectable company could easily make a great authentic plastic replica for 25/50 $ . An even at a cheaper price, what's preventing them to use the original rom...its has a 25 k size for christ sake.
well AtGames could have used the Arcade Rom on their Namco Blast but their excuse is that they lost the Arcade roms and they used the NES roms since those were basically backups, and that later versions should have the arcade roms
Very cool...I am definitely buying myself one of these !! I have held off on buying all the mini arcade cabinets simply because I want them all, but know I would only set them on a shelf & maybe play them once in a blue moon. I am more interested in buying something that I will actually play more often then not. And this lil Pac-Man handheld would be played a lot, especially when I visit the porcelain throne..lol
I was thinking the same thing, and because it's so bad I'm not wasting my money on this, that's for sure. Edit: to be known, and I don't know if it's nostalgia, but I've always liked the NES version of PacMania better than the Genesis version.
I have one of these and it’s basically a very crappy Genesis on a chip. Pac Mania And Pac Panic are basically the original versions, just with any references to Tengen removed, however the original Pac Man is clearly made from the ground up. (if anyone could dump these roms, that would be great) The sound emulation is very poor, as only a few channels are emulated and it’s just too loud.
I picked up one of these and the sound is horrible, like really crackly and distorted -- it's a nice little unit otherwise but I'd rather stick to the plug and play with an actual joystick because you won't progress far into the game on a d-pad. You can't play Pac on a d-pad! My unit also had two dead pixels on the screen...it's being returned. They should keep the same form factor and add a joystick and improve the sound. Also keep out the other two games that I'd never play and lower price to $20.
My friend has one of these, his mom got him it. To be completely honest, this device sucks. They need better sound quality, better price tag, and a way to charge it through USB. Also, the layout of the original Pac-Man isn't even accurate. They could've made an option to change Pac-Man to vertical instead of horizontal, because the scores are on the sides. Normally, it'd be on the top. Definitely not worth the 40 bucks, should be 15 bucks.
Bought 2 of these, both had poor sound so had to return them. The tinny sound and the music completely cutting out does ruin an otherwise fun little unit. Hopefully for Christmas My Arcade can have a 2.0 with upgraded sound.
Also, I just went through your videos to see your take on the 1up arcades and to my surprise, you haven't covered them! I'm shocked! I'll sub to see if those thoughts come.
yeah almost 30 for three games... I mean might've almost been worth it but from the sound... ugh. I do think it's cool pac-mania is on there, that's not one you see a lot of from namco these days. (even if its the genesis version)
PROS: Controller is excellent. Screen is nice. Built really well. Nice packaging. CONS: The ROM is crap - the ghosts patterns are unique to this handheld. NO HIGH SCORE AFTER POWER OFF!!! That's the biggest bummer. With that being said, it's nice as a collectible, but if you're a true Pac Man player and want it for that mainly, then keep your money in your pocket!!
ARGGGH!! I didn't get notified... :'( Still, awesome video! I saw one at my local EBGames for like 50$. Granted, that's in CA and not USD, but still, something isn't right there...
The arcade had a vertical screen orientation. I understand why they didn't make everyone turn their tv on it's side for the Nes version but why would they not mount the screen the right way for a dedicated PAC man mini arcade??? You lose 1/3 of the screen to ugly black borders with the horizontal screen and that is real-estate you can't afford to lose on such a tiny screen. These guys are clearly not gamers....
yep, think people were just exaggerating on finding them for 24.99 and such. until I see a actual price with a upc like I show, then I will believe it :P
basically it's like Pac-Man Collection for GBA, but without Pac-Man Arrangement. i'd still buy it. it looks cool
Don't buy it it's not that good
SuperStarfy Kid2002 just get a gba sp or psp and stick Pac-Man collection on it rom or cartridge
I have that GBA game which is just as great as this hand held mini player.
Yeah it is, I wish my Wal-Mart carried this, they have the basic fun mini arcades but only like 3 different ones, my Walmart sucks
I like how pac mania isn’t a hacked version of arcade or the tengen nes version like they did with the pac man mini arcade, it’s just the genesis port with dodgy sound
I was about to buy this when I saw it at Walmart, but then I remembered that I could buy the Namco Museum collection on the Switch for the same price. So I ended up putting it back. I guess it could be nice for someone who doesn't have a Switch and LOVES Pac-Man.
...i loveee this pacman mini hand held game! The package alone had me sold..its just nostalgic!
Would you recommend?
Very cool for the PacMan collector.
Too bad it didn't include Ms. Pac-Man, would have been an awesome addition.
Update, I just picked this up today. Not sure if you noticed but on the original Pac-Man on this unit the beginning tune plays at the beginning of EACH STAGE instead of just stage 1.
@@koryandrews1665 MyArcade is going to release a Ms. Pac-man variant of this pocket player this April in case you're interested.
@@ericjohnson4927 Really?! That actually does grab my interest! Thank you for the information.
@@koryandrews1665 No problem
Buyer beware, My Arcade's Ms. Pac-man is not good. I have never played the NES version of this game, I believe that version is installed on the unit and it sucks in my book.
I love this system. It's much easier to play on than the mini arcade version they make with the bad joystick
I sure wish MyArcade put this version of Pac-Man in their mini arcade cabinet.
To be honest, it’s hard to go wrong with Pac-Man. No matter what version you choose, it’s still gonna be decent. Might not look nearly as good, but that’s usually the only setback.
Interesting perspective. I wasn't as kind in my review of it. I think if it wasn't for the fact that it's $30 bucks, the expectations would be a little lower. Honestly the part that gets me is the distortion of the sound. How did they not see this in the final product. So close and yet so far! Ha. Great review!
They need better quality control :P
I think the difference on the ghost behaviour has to do with the scatter mode. In arcade and NES version, Blinky's (red ghost) scatter mode is on the top right, while on this version it seems to be on the top left..
I am enjoying your personal sound effects as much as the inbuilt ones for the game.
It’s cool and all, but it would’ve been better if it included PAC-MAN Arrangement, PAC-MAN Plus, Ms. PAC-MAN, PAC & PAL, and/or Super PAC-MAN. Neat little handheld, I’m definitely getting this soon!
Totally!
Matt Cosman I mean there’s Pac-Man Museum on PS3 and Xbox and Pac-Man plug n play 35th anniversary edition.
... i meant the old version of pac-man arrangement
Thats some great packaging!
Looks like overall , pretty good price point for what it is,its cool to see these getting made now, I wish stuff like this was available when I was growing up, lol, liked the vid!!!!
I just got one from my dad (as an early birthday present) yesterday and I love it. I have no problem with the sound or anything. it does kinda suck that the high score resets after turning it off, but I love it! and my dad only paid $19.99.
I love pac-man more than most new games on like the ps4. idk why lol
Can't believe there are still not able to use to original rom....how long will it take for a company to finally use the real rom...
Yes indeed. It doesnt make any sense since any respectable company could easily make a great authentic plastic replica for 25/50 $ . An even at a cheaper price, what's preventing them to use the original rom...its has a 25 k size for christ sake.
well AtGames could have used the Arcade Rom on their Namco Blast but their excuse is that they lost the Arcade roms and they used the NES roms since those were basically backups, and that later versions should have the arcade roms
Probably because of higher licensing fees they need to pay Namco if they want to use the arcade rom.
Blaaze Power they have on the quarter arcade
I bought myself one sometime ago. Would probably play Pac Attack/Pac Panic more than the other two games.
I can't believe Sharper Image is selling this for $59.99. Horrific!
Great graphics.
Very cool...I am definitely buying myself one of these !! I have held off on buying all the mini arcade cabinets simply because I want them all, but know I would only set them on a shelf & maybe play them once in a blue moon. I am more interested in buying something that I will actually play more often then not. And this lil Pac-Man handheld would be played a lot, especially when I visit the porcelain throne..lol
What a great little unit. I don't think the $30 is doing it for me though. Going to keep my eye out for it on sale!!! Great review buddy.
Thankyou Sir for sharing. I love my collection as well but this!... THIS! is. Definite add on to my collection..
Wow, the MegaDrive version of Pac-Mania on that thing looks pretty bad compared to the packaging screenshot. I wonder what happened?
I was thinking the same thing, and because it's so bad I'm not wasting my money on this, that's for sure.
Edit: to be known, and I don't know if it's nostalgia, but I've always liked the NES version of PacMania better than the Genesis version.
7:00 that ghost switched directions while blue.
I noticed that to after the video was rendered :P good catch
Thanks for making it clear to NOT buy it
Im getting one tomorrow, im excited!
I have one of these and it’s basically a very crappy Genesis on a chip. Pac Mania And Pac Panic are basically the original versions, just with any references to Tengen removed, however the original Pac Man is clearly made from the ground up. (if anyone could dump these roms, that would be great) The sound emulation is very poor, as only a few channels are emulated and it’s just too loud.
I picked up one of these and the sound is horrible, like really crackly and distorted -- it's a nice little unit otherwise but I'd rather stick to the plug and play with an actual joystick because you won't progress far into the game on a d-pad. You can't play Pac on a d-pad! My unit also had two dead pixels on the screen...it's being returned. They should keep the same form factor and add a joystick and improve the sound. Also keep out the other two games that I'd never play and lower price to $20.
My friend has one of these, his mom got him it. To be completely honest, this device sucks. They need better sound quality, better price tag, and a way to charge it through USB. Also, the layout of the original Pac-Man isn't even accurate. They could've made an option to change Pac-Man to vertical instead of horizontal, because the scores are on the sides. Normally, it'd be on the top. Definitely not worth the 40 bucks, should be 15 bucks.
Bought 2 of these, both had poor sound so had to return them. The tinny sound and the music completely cutting out does ruin an otherwise fun little unit. Hopefully for Christmas My Arcade can have a 2.0 with upgraded sound.
Yep, the sound really is terrible, I just mute it now when I play :P
Also, I just went through your videos to see your take on the 1up arcades and to my surprise, you haven't covered them! I'm shocked! I'll sub to see if those thoughts come.
Ya, I should do one along with the little mincades from Numskull, New Wave Toys and such coming out :P
I Have It TOO! (I LOVE IT)
yeah almost 30 for three games... I mean might've almost been worth it but from the sound... ugh. I do think it's cool pac-mania is on there, that's not one you see a lot of from namco these days. (even if its the genesis version)
PROS: Controller is excellent. Screen is nice. Built really well. Nice packaging. CONS: The ROM is crap - the ghosts patterns are unique to this handheld. NO HIGH SCORE AFTER POWER OFF!!! That's the biggest bummer. With that being said, it's nice as a collectible, but if you're a true Pac Man player and want it for that mainly, then keep your money in your pocket!!
Nice review sir 😎 as always
How do I get past stage 74 puzzle mode iv been stuck for weeks
No Super PacMan?
Saw one today at my local Walmart and they are charging $29.99
ARGGGH!! I didn't get notified... :'(
Still, awesome video! I saw one at my local EBGames for like 50$. Granted, that's in CA and not USD, but still, something isn't right there...
Pacmania would have been my main draw to purchase this but I was hoping it was the arcade ROM.. far from it.
Pac-mania would have been a nice addition
Pac-Man cereal Pac-Man.
Im getting it in crismise 2020
Wow x2
Waka waka waka waka waka waka waka waka waka waka waka waka waka waka waka
I bought one from Walmart and the price said 19.98$ but when they rang it up it was 27.84$..... I like it but it’s definitely not worth almost 30$....
Wow 😲
If only there was an way to switch the speaker.
Would it fix it? Not sure.
Well damn mine was 40 at target 🎯
wondering can it be hacked an install nes roms?
hmmm, not sure
The arcade had a vertical screen orientation. I understand why they didn't make everyone turn their tv on it's side for the Nes version but why would they not mount the screen the right way for a dedicated PAC man mini arcade??? You lose 1/3 of the screen to ugly black borders with the horizontal screen and that is real-estate you can't afford to lose on such a tiny screen. These guys are clearly not gamers....
Neat display piece, but I still have Pac-Man Collection for the Game Boy Advance. So, I don’t need this.
Be cool to hack it, seems like it's running mame2000
Been in 3 Walmarts same price 27 buks
yep, think people were just exaggerating on finding them for 24.99 and such. until I see a actual price with a upc like I show, then I will believe it :P
6:35 Ninja Pacman
I did not see that! he went right through the ghost! to funny :P
Why would you want this when you can get a DBA so with pacman collection for only a few dollars more.
Targe is $39.99
Why not get a BETTER Speaker that doesn't scare anyone.
3:36 how?.....
Huh?
ArcadeUSA u went through the blue ghost
6:39!!! Sorry...
6:36 UGH
BNEI = Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Can I get more games
no
Got mine for $40... oops
I was going to get one ..... after seeing it now.....I'll pass!
10:49 YES ITS AWFUL
Boinged to far lol
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you boinged too far
nes pac-man was terrible