Summary
- Release Year: 2005
- Genres: Platform
- Platforms: Nintendo GameCube, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 2, Xbox
- Developers: Blitz Games, Namco
- Publishers: Namco
Pac-Man World 3 (2005) Review
Pac-Man World 3 is a 3D platformer game developed and published by Namco for the PlayStation 2, Xbox, and GameCube. It is the third installment in the Pac-Man World series, following Pac-Man World and Pac-Man World 2. The game was released in North America on November 15, 2005, and in Europe on November 18, 2005.
The game follows Pac-Man as he sets out to rescue his friends and family from the clutches of the evil Toc-Man. Pac-Man must travel through a variety of worlds, including a haunted forest, a pirate ship, and a candy factory, in order to reach Toc-Man’s castle. Along the way, Pac-Man will encounter a variety of enemies, including ghosts, robots, and pirates.
Pac-Man World 3 introduces a number of new features to the series, including the ability to jump, double jump, and use special abilities. Pac-Man can also now collect power-ups that give him temporary invincibility or allow him to shoot projectiles.
The game was praised for its colorful graphics, catchy music, and challenging gameplay. However, some critics found the game to be too short and repetitive.
Gameplay
Pac-Man World 3 is a 3D platformer game in which the player controls Pac-Man as he travels through a variety of worlds to rescue his friends and family from the evil Toc-Man. The game features a variety of gameplay elements, including platforming, puzzle-solving, and combat.
Pac-Man can jump, double jump, and use special abilities to navigate the game’s environments. He can also collect power-ups that give him temporary invincibility or allow him to shoot projectiles.
Pac-Man must defeat a variety of enemies in order to progress through the game. Enemies include ghosts, robots, and pirates. Pac-Man can defeat enemies by eating them, jumping on them, or using his special abilities.
The game features a variety of worlds, each with its own unique theme and challenges. Worlds include a haunted forest, a pirate ship, and a candy factory.
Story
The story of Pac-Man World 3 begins when Pac-Man’s friends and family are kidnapped by the evil Toc-Man. Pac-Man sets out to rescue his loved ones, but he must first travel through a variety of worlds and defeat Toc-Man’s minions.
Along the way, Pac-Man learns that Toc-Man is planning to use a powerful artifact called the Pac-Man Crystal to take over the world. Pac-Man must stop Toc-Man and save the day.
Characters
- Pac-Man: The protagonist of the game. Pac-Man is a yellow, ball-shaped character who can eat ghosts and other enemies.
- Ms. Pac-Man: Pac-Man’s wife. Ms. Pac-Man is a pink, ball-shaped character who can also eat ghosts and other enemies.
- Baby Pac-Man: Pac-Man and Ms. Pac-Man’s son. Baby Pac-Man is a small, yellow, ball-shaped character who cannot eat ghosts or other enemies.
- Pac-Man Jr.: Pac-Man and Ms. Pac-Man’s nephew. Pac-Man Jr. is a young, yellow, ball-shaped character who can eat ghosts and other enemies.
- Professor Pac: Pac-Man’s father. Professor Pac is a wise old man who helps Pac-Man on his journey.
- Toc-Man: The main antagonist of the game. Toc-Man is a green, ball-shaped character who is the leader of the ghosts.
Reception
Pac-Man World 3 received generally positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its colorful graphics, catchy music, and challenging gameplay. However, some critics found the game to be too short and repetitive.
The game was a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Legacy
Pac-Man World 3 is considered to be one of the best Pac-Man games ever made. The game’s colorful graphics, catchy music, and challenging gameplay have made it a favorite among fans of the series.
The game has been ported to a number of platforms, including the PlayStation Portable, Nintendo DS, and Wii. A high-definition remake of the game, titled Pac-Man World 3: DX, was released for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch in 2022.
Conclusion
Pac-Man World 3 is a fun and challenging
Review Score
8/10
