Pac-Man Championship Edition 2
We were very excited about the release of this game, as the first Pac-Man Championship Edition was one of our favorite digital games of the past generation. The first game managed to adapt the spirit of the classic Pac-Man games and transfer it to modern gaming devices to give us dozens of hours of pure gaming fun. Is this how the second part, which was recently released for home devices and personal computers, was created?
While we always encourage change and innovation in video games and don’t mind repetition and lack of creativity, unfortunately we didn’t like the changes in Pac-Man Championship Edition 2 as they deviated a bit from the original concept of the game.
Changes in Gameplay
The new game introduces many changes in gameplay. Now you don’t lose if you touch one of the ghosts directly. If you touch him and arouse his anger, he will become very angry, and if he catches you while he is in a frenzy, you will lose. Unfortunately, this means that the focus of the game is on the feeling of danger and joy, above Escaping ghosts is no longer the same as before, but is more focused on breaking records.
Now a meter will appear when you eat the yellow orbs, and when this meter is full you can jump straight to the starting point of the stage and eat the fruit, or eat the orange orb when it appears so you can eat the ghosts. There are little ghosts (minions) and if you eat a large amount of them you get a lot of points. There are also boss stages that take a specific time to complete.
Abundance of Content and Levels
Despite our dissatisfaction with the gameplay, which largely focuses on breaking records and making the overall experience more complex than before, the game is filled with a lot of content and levels and, above all, offers great camera angles such as devouring ghosts, and there are many options that give you freedom. Changing the shapes of stages and ghosts and even changing the rhythmic music to suit you, and these options are still a standout strength of the game.
Not the Same Adrenaline Rush
Don’t look at the review and think that Pac-Man Championship Edition 2 is a bad game. The game is cohesive and fun, but it fails to retain the essence of the original series, making it a more exciting experience. This part will not be able to pump the adrenaline hormone into your veins like the previous part and we recommend it to fans who want to break records at all.
Pros
- Offers a lot of content and levels
- Great camera angles for devouring ghosts
- Many options for customization, including changing stage shapes, ghosts, and music
- Cohesive and fun gameplay
Cons
- Deviation from the original concept of the game
- Focus on breaking records rather than escaping ghosts
- More complex gameplay compared to the previous game
- Fails to retain the essence of the original series
- May not provide the same adrenaline rush as the previous game
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Pac-Man Championship Edition 2 PC Game
1. What changes were made to the gameplay in Pac-Man Championship Edition 2?
The gameplay in Pac-Man Championship Edition 2 introduces several changes. Unlike the original concept, touching a ghost directly does not result in losing. Instead, if you anger a ghost and it catches you while in a frenzy, you will lose. The focus of the game has shifted towards breaking records rather than escaping ghosts.
2. How does the new meter system work in the game?
When you eat the yellow orbs, a meter will appear. Once the meter is full, you can jump straight to the starting point of the stage and eat the fruit, or eat the orange orb to be able to eat the ghosts. Additionally, eating a large number of little ghosts (minions) will earn you a lot of points.
3. Are there boss stages in Pac-Man Championship Edition 2?
Yes, the game features boss stages that have a specific time limit for completion. These stages add a unique challenge to the gameplay.
4. Does Pac-Man Championship Edition 2 offer a variety of content and levels?
Absolutely! Despite some dissatisfaction with the gameplay changes, the game offers a wealth of content and levels. There are numerous options available, such as changing the shapes of stages and ghosts, customizing the rhythmic music, and enjoying different camera angles while devouring ghosts.
5. Does Pac-Man Championship Edition 2 capture the essence of the original series?
While the game is cohesive and fun, it fails to retain the essence of the original Pac-Man series. The focus on breaking records and the overall complexity of the gameplay may not provide the same adrenaline rush as the previous installment. We recommend it to fans who enjoy challenging themselves to achieve high scores.
