PAC-MAN: Halloween 2025 Edition

Pac-Man: Halloween 2025 Edition is a special HTML5 “Google Doodle” version of the classic Pac-Man arcade game, released on October 30, 2025, to celebrate both Halloween and the 45th anniversary of Pac-Man. It serves as a direct successor to the 2010 Pac-Man Google Doodle, now enhanced with modern visuals, sound, and spooky new content.

Gameplay

The gameplay remains true to the original Pac-Man formula — you guide Pac-Man through haunted mazes, collecting pellets while avoiding ghosts. However, this Halloween edition introduces new environments, redesigned items, and atmospheric effects that bring a festive twist to the classic arcade experience.

• Spooky Mazes – Explore eight haunted house-themed levels filled with eerie decorations and wormwood patterns.
• Halloween Makeover – Pac-Man wears a witch hat, fruits become caramel apples, and Power Pellets turn into glowing eyeballs.
• Animated Cutscenes – Watch short scenes as Pac-Man runs through haunted houses pursued by the Ghosts.
• Final Stage Celebration – Completing all levels unlocks a Halloween party ending featuring other Pac-Men dancing around a boombox.

How to Play Pac-Man: Halloween 2025 Edition

• Arrow Keys / WASD – Move Pac-Man through the maze.
• Collect Pellets – Eat all pellets in the level to progress.
• Avoid Ghosts – Stay away from Blinky, Pinky, Inky, and Clyde unless under the Power Pellet effect.
• Eat Power Pellets – Turn the tables and chase ghosts for bonus points.
• Complete All Levels – Clear eight stages to unlock the Halloween ending.

Key Features

• 🎃 Festive Halloween theme with updated art and music.
• 👻 Classic arcade gameplay faithful to the original Pac-Man.
• 🕹️ Eight haunted levels filled with spooky details and redesigned items.
• 💀 New cutscenes and a unique ending sequence.
• 🌐 Playable directly in browser — no installation required.

FAQ

What is Pac-Man: Halloween 2025 Edition?

It’s a special Halloween-themed version of the Pac-Man Google Doodle released in 2025, celebrating Pac-Man’s 45th anniversary with spooky visuals and levels.

How many levels does it have?

There are eight haunted levels, each with unique Halloween maze designs and animated transitions between stages.

What’s new in this edition?

Pac-Man wears a witch hat, Power Pellets are replaced with bloodshot eyeballs, and fruits are redesigned as caramel apples. The mazes also feature wormwood decorations and eerie lighting.

Is the game free to play?

Yes, Pac-Man: Halloween 2025 Edition is a free, browser-based Google Doodle game available online with no installation required.

Is this game official?

Yes, it was released as an official Google Doodle to commemorate both Halloween and the 45th anniversary of Pac-Man.