The Atari x PAC-MAN Limited Edition Console:Iconic Collectible Reborn

By Brian Neal
In a move that blends retro gaming history with sleek collectibility, Atari and Bandai Namco have joined forces once again to release the Atari x PAC-MAN Collection—a vibrant, nostalgia-soaked revival that honors one of the most iconic partnerships in video game history.

The centerpiece? A limited-edition Atari 2600+ console, boldly dressed in PAC-MAN yellow with glowing character icons glowing across its face. This isn’t just for show—modernized with HDMI output and backward/forward compatibility, the system brings the charm of old-school gameplay into today’s living rooms with ease. It’s the kind of console that looks just as good on a display shelf as it does plugged into your TV.

The console comes bundled with the PAC-MAN: Double Feature, a 2-in-1 cartridge that spans decades of gaming legacy. Included are PAC-MAN 7800, an all-new arcade-style version built for this release, and PAC-MAN 2600, the groundbreaking 1982 game that first introduced PAC-MAN to home consoles. For collectors, it’s a historic capsule; for gamers, it’s a chance to experience both vintage and remastered glory.

Completing the collection is a PAC-MAN Edition CX-40+ Wireless Joystick, alongside optional color-popped “Ghost Joysticks” that add personality and retro flair to any gaming station. Every detail, from the hardware to the packaging, is steeped in PAC-MAN iconography—turning the entire release into a playable collectible.

Whether you’re a long-time fan of PAC-MAN’s pixel-chomping adventures or a collector of rare gaming artifacts, this drop isn’t just a nod to the past—it’s a bold celebration of it. And for a generation raised on blinking arcades and joystick battles, the Atari x PAC-MAN Collection is more than a console—it’s an icon reborn.