Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia announced the launch of Shadow Labyrinth, the darkly inspired take on the iconic PAC-MAN and other legendary arcade IPs, on Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam. The 2D action-exploration platformer drops players into a maze-filled world where they must fight, hunt, and consume to become the planet’s apex predator and discover the numerous mysteries that surround the planet.
In Shadow Labyrinth, players assume the role of Swordsman No. 8, waking in a desolate world with a mysterious yet familiar companion known as PUCK to guide them. To survive, they’ll need to take down vicious creatures, consume their power, and evolve, unravelling the secrets of a planet designed to destroy them. The game blends classic 2D action-platforming with deep exploration and environmental puzzle-solving, inviting players to descend into a sprawling, maze-like world built for those who dare to devour it. Players will gain new abilities and weapons as they traverse the labyrinth, including the ability to transform into a powerful mech form called GAIA. Shadow Labyrinth weaves nostalgic elements of PAC-MAN into its DNA, from pursuit-style gameplay to dynamic combat and boss battles, including PAC-MAN’s nemeses the GHOSTS, reimagined as G-HOSTS. References to other beloved classic Bandai Namco franchises such as Dig Dug, Bosconian, Splatterhouse, Galaga and more enrich the world of Shadow Labyrinth and serve to raise the stakes for our heroes.
In the game, players encounter increasingly challenging enemies and puzzles with gameplay that weaves fluid tried-and-true 2D action platformer mechanics with inspired modern game design. Shadow Labyrinth offers a vast world to explore as players uncover terrifying secrets about the planet and its inhabitants, with an engaging narrative where venturing deeper into this maze of a world begins to unravel the mystery of the planet and PUCK’s role in its history.
Shadow Labyrinth is available now in both digital and physical formats in the following editions*:
- Standard Edition: Includes the base game in a physical case.
- Digital Standard Edition: Includes the full game in digital format.
- Digital Deluxe Edition: Includes the full game, digital artbook, digital soundtrack, and additional bonus in-game items
All editions include the PAC-MAN Arcade Sound FX Pack as a limited-time pre-order bonus, letting players experience in-game cues inspired by the original arcade classic.
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