Pac-Man Celebrates 45th Anniversary with Krispy Kreme Donut Collaboration

Pac-Man Celebrates 45th Anniversary with Krispy Kreme Donut Collaboration Pac-Man, the iconic gaming mascot who first graced arcades in 1980, is commemorating his 45th anniversary this year.

Bandai Namco, the publisher behind the legendary character, is rolling out several celebratory initiatives to honor the arcade classic’s enduring legacy.

Among the most notable is a mouthwatering collaboration with Krispy Kreme, bringing fans the 'Krispy Kreme x Pac-Man Collection'—a limited-edition series of themed donuts inspired by the world of Pac-Man. Pac-Man's influence on video game culture cannot be overstated.

Not only was Pac-Man one of the earliest games to captivate both the competitive and casual gaming scenes, but he has also served as a cornerstone franchise for Bandai Namco across platforms from arcades and home consoles to the modern Nintendo Switch and eShop.

With this anniversary, Bandai Namco continues to demonstrate the mascot’s appeal by partnering with a global sweets giant. The Krispy Kreme x Pac-Man Collection includes three exclusive donuts, each uniquely themed around Pac-Man’s world: Team Ghost Doughnut An unglazed shell donut filled with rich, chocolate-flavored Kreme, topped with sleek black icing and adorned with a Pac-Man-inspired maze design.

Completing the treat is a colorful 'Team Ghost' topper, evoking the mischievous spirits from the classic game. Strawberry Power Berry Doughnut This donut offers an unglazed shell filled with strawberry-flavored Kreme and is dipped in a bold red icing, finished with white sprinkles and crowned with decorative green leaf icing.

It's a tastebud power-up that's sure to stand out for fans. Pac-Man Party Doughnut The celebration continues with this Original Glazed donut, piped with vivid yellow buttercreme icing and topped with multicolored celebration sprinkles.

A playful Pac-Man-shaped piece sits atop, ready for a festive gamer’s party. To highlight the launch, a Krispy Kreme representative stated through official social channels: 'Game on! Chase down the ultimate sweet treats with the new Krispy Kreme x Pac-Man doughnuts.' The collection is available for a limited time through May 14 across participating Krispy Kreme locations, and fans can also find the exclusive donuts at select retailers such as Walmart, or order directly online or in-store from Krispy Kreme. Pac-Man’s 45th anniversary not only celebrates the character's storied history but also demonstrates Bandai Namco’s continued ability to engage fans old and new.

From arcade cabinets to the Nintendo Switch and beyond, Pac-Man’s reach shows no sign of slowing down—especially now that fans can enjoy a taste of nostalgia at their local Krispy Kreme. Sources: Krispy Kreme official website, Krispy Kreme X (formerly Twitter) account.

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