Pac-Man and the Ghostly Adventures

Pac-Man and the Ghostly Adventures reimagines the arcade icon as a bright, quick-witted hero defending PacWorld. When the Power Berries that energize the realm become targets, Pac teams up with friends including Cylindria and Spiral to stop Betrayus and a motley army of ghostly villains. Episodes combine standalone capers and ongoing plots where Pac uses gadgets, smarts and teamwork to interrupt heists, solve mysteries, and protect citizens. Adventures shift across neon cityscapes, ancient ruins and gadget-filled labs to keep each episode visually varied. Villains stay colorful.

The series premiered in 2013, created by Tom Ruegger, Avi Arad and Paul Rugg, based on Namco's Pac-Man arcade property. It updated the character for TV with modern animation and a voice cast led by Erin Mathews and Ashleigh Ball.

By bringing Pac-Man to a serialized kids show, the program introduced the character to a new generation and refreshed classic motifs like ghosts and power-ups. Fans praised the redesigned visuals, and the series' bright aesthetic and arcade references created nostalgic appeal for parents as well as kids on social platforms.

Critical and audience response tended positive, reflected in a 7.3/10 user score from 134 votes. Episodes emphasize teamwork, courage, clever problem solving and light mystery, pairing slapstick humor with action that keeps younger viewers engaged, though some viewers pointed out recurring plot patterns across seasons, and parents often approved too.

The series did not earn major industry awards, yet it maintained steady viewership and a loyal fanbase. Viewers and parents often singled out the energetic lead performance, colorful design and accessible storytelling, which helped the show remain a recognizable entry in Pac-Man's broader franchise among younger audiences.