While I do love me a good Pac-Man game there are usually some rules to be followed for a good Pac-Man game. The major one is that the game should feel fair at all times. This is something the good Pac-Man games do well at.

Pac-Mania however, while still pretty fun in bursts, has a lot of rather cheap mean-spirited moments that just halt the fun after a while. Having a scrolling screen that doesnt clue you in on all the ghost locations at the same time is one thing but then to have a jump mechanic for both Pac-Man and the ghosts is another. Ive had many a game over hit me with a Ghost jumping out from off-screen at me. It just feels more unfair and gimmicky than regular pac-man, thats all.