Games like PAC-MAN 256

Endless maze arcade game with a chase mechanic. Players eat dots, avoid ghosts, and use power-ups in a retro-themed experience.

92% positive from 2,268 · 2016 · 9% finish it · Steam Deck Playable · $4.99 $2.49 -50% · Lowest ever $1.05 (2017-11-16)

ActionArcade RetroCasualMultiplayerSingleplayer

Six games like PAC-MAN 256

Tanks: The Crusades

95% positive from 733 reviews2021Deck Playable

Top-down tank shooter with a level editor and co-op/versus multiplayer. Players battle enemy tanks through generated or custom levels, earning coins to unlock items.

The catchThe stock levels are poorly designed, cramming in enemies with barely any cover.

Both are tagged Retro, Arcade and Multiplayer.

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Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved

91% positive from 1,103 reviews2007Deck Verified

Retro arcade shooter with a score-chasing loop of dodging and destroying enemies. It features intense, fast-paced action and mesmerizing visuals.

What players likedPlayers praise Geometry Wars as a timeless, simple, and chaotic arcade classic with engaging visuals and addictive fun.

The catchDifficulty escalates relentlessly with little breathing room

Both are tagged Retro, Arcade and Singleplayer.

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Planes, Bullets and Vodka

85% positive from 3,013 reviews20163% finish itDeck Verified

This is a fast-paced arcade shooter with procedurally generated tunnels and a score multiplier mechanic. It offers quick, replayable action for leaderboard competition.

What players likedPlayers praise this retro arcade-style game for its addictive achievement hunting and high score challenges.

The catchThe whole thing is over in minutes and loops one music track throughout.

Both are tagged Retro, Arcade and Casual.

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Kung Fury: Street Rage - Ultimate Edition

90% positive from 2,486 reviews20152% finish itDeck Verified

This is an arcade-style beat 'em up where players fight Nazis using unique character combat styles. It offers fast-paced, over-the-top action with a retro feel.

What players likedPlayers praise its nostalgic 80s arcade beat 'em up feel, reminiscent of classic side-scrolling fighters, for its over-the-top action and unique style.

The catchNot a real beat em up, just a shallow two button timing game with no movement.

Both are tagged Retro, Arcade and Casual.

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Razortron 2000

86% positive from 3,146 reviews20162% finish itDeck Verified

Retro top-down endless racer with procedurally generated paths and traffic. Unlock cars for varied aesthetics and high score chasing.

What players likedPlayers describe it as an old-school arcade racer with unlockables, praised for its cheap price and Steam cards.

The catchContent runs out fast, the race track gets boring and little else ever changes.

Both are tagged Retro, Arcade and Casual.

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PACMAN Championship Edition DX

95% positive from 3,165 reviews2013Deck Verified

This is a fast-paced arcade maze game where players chomp dots and ghosts, chaining them for high scores. It offers intense, customizable gameplay with multiple modes and mazes.

What players likedPlayers praise this fast-paced, addictive Pac-Man evolution for its high-score focus, intense gameplay, and top-tier music.

The catchIt refuses to run without an internet connection, so offline play is impossible.

Both are tagged Retro, Arcade and Action.

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More about PAC-MAN 256

The catch

Unlocking and upgrading the power-ups is a long coin grind that gets dull fast.

Reviews: 92% positive from 2,268
Released: 2016
Finish it: 9% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Playable
Price: $4.99 $2.49 -50% · Lowest ever $1.05 (2017-11-16)
Play: Single-playerCo-opMulti-playerPvPFull controller supportRemote Play Together

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 92% positive, but with 2,268 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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