SAN JOSE, Calif., (Nov. 8, 2011) – Leading video game publisher and developer NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. announced today that PAC-MAN Party™ 3D is now available throughout North America for the Nintendo 3DS™ system. Set across multiple themed parties, PAC-MAN and his friends star in an adventure packed with dozens of mini-games, challenges and surprises.  With something for the entire family, PAC-MAN Party 3D provides exciting and fun challenges for up to four players across unique virtual game boards.
 
PAC-MAN Party 3D continues PAC-MAN’s pop culture legacy by offering a game that captures the spirit of the franchise and the hearts of its players. Featuring more than 50 exciting mini-games and eight characters to choose from including Inky, Blinky, Pinky and Clyde, players will be fully immersed in fun filled world of PAC-MAN.  From dodging a cascade of blocks, to racing across ice platforms and sports challenges, there is non-stop action for everyone.
 
PAC-MAN Party 3D includes multiple modes of play. Story mode provides an opportunity to explore all the game board worlds and retrieve a secret recipe that has been stolen by mischievous ghosts. Mini Games mode offers a quick fix for those who want the sudden rush of competition without the commitment. Party Mode allows players to play any board with their favorite characters.  Raising the stakes a bit more, property can be strategically developed on any given space.  Gaining ownership of spaces connected to each other, players can increase wealth by upgrading their property. If someone lands on a spot that is already occupied, players will engage in a mini-game between all players.  If the player who lands on the space defeats the owner they gain control of that property.  If the owner wins, the other player must pay the owner.
 
To help level the competitive playing field and encourage big comebacks, Power Cookies can be utilized during each mini-game to increase a characters size or put extra force and speed behind each effort.  As an added bonus, PAC-MAN Party 3D also features a Classic mode where players can experience the original arcade versions of PAC-MAN®, Galaga® and DIG-DUG®.
 
PAC-MAN Party 3D is rated “E10+” for Everyone 10+ by the ESRB and will carry an MSRP of $39.99. For more information on the game, please visit www.namcobandaigames.com and www.facebook.com/namco.
 
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About NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc.
NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc., part of NAMCO BANDAI Holdings Inc., is a leading global publisher and developer of interactive content — including all major video game consoles, iOS, mobile and online.  The company is known for creating and publishing many of the industry’s top video game franchises, including PAC-MAN®, TEKKEN®, SOULCALIBUR®, NARUTO™, NARUTO SHIPPUDEN™, Dragon Ball®, GALAGA®, RIDGE RACER® and ACE COMBAT®.  More information about the company and its products can be found at www.namcobandaigames.com or www.facebook.com/namco.
 
PAC-MAN Party™ 3D & © 2011NAMCO BANDAI Games Inc.
PAC-MAN® & © 1980 NAMCO BANDAI Games Inc.
GALAGA ® & © 1981 NAMCO BANDAI Games Inc.
DIG DUG® & © 1982 NAMCO BANDAI Games Inc.
 
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NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc.
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