Chasing Dots

Edward Mitchell
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"Chasing Dots" is a radio show dedicated to exploring everything behind the world’s most iconic arcade game. Each episode dives into the history, secrets, and culture of Pac-Man – from the story of its creation to the strategies behind mastering the maze. Listeners will hear fun facts, interviews with fans and gamers, and discussions about how Pac-Man shaped pop culture, music, and gaming as we know it. Fans will love it because it’s more than just a trip down memory lane – it’s a chance to discover the hidden layers of a game that looks simple but has fascinated people for over 40 years. Whether you grew up dropping quarters into the arcade machine or you’ve just discovered Pac-Man online, this show brings the maze to life with stories, insights, and the passion of the community that keeps the yellow icon running.

Episodes

  1. 10 Fun Facts About Pac-Man You Probably Didn’t Know

    09/08/2025

    10 Fun Facts About Pac-Man You Probably Didn’t Know

    From the team at OriginalPacman.com, "10 Fun Facts About Pac-Man You Probably Didn’t Know" explores the history and legacy of one of the most iconic games ever created. Since its debut in 1980, Pac-Man has fascinated millions, and even after more than four decades, the game still holds surprises. This podcast highlights ten fascinating facts that reveal why Pac-Man is far more than just a maze of dots, ghosts, and power pellets. Listeners will learn how a slice of pizza sparked the idea for Pac-Man’s design, why creator Toru Iwatani set out to build a game that appealed to women as well as men, and how each ghost – Blinky, Pinky, Inky, and Clyde – follows its own unique behavior. We’ll also explore the mysterious “kill screen” at level 256, the decision to rename the game from “Puck-Man,” and Pac-Man’s rise as a global cultural phenomenon that inspired music, cartoons, merchandise, and Guinness World Records. This podcast goes beyond simple trivia to uncover the details that turned Pac-Man into a worldwide icon. Whether you remember playing in arcades, lived through the excitement of the 1980s, or are just discovering the yellow hero online, you’ll find stories and insights worth hearing. "10 Fun Facts About Pac-Man You Probably Didn’t Know" is your companion for understanding why this timeless game still matters today.

    6 min
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"Chasing Dots" is a radio show dedicated to exploring everything behind the world’s most iconic arcade game. Each episode dives into the history, secrets, and culture of Pac-Man – from the story of its creation to the strategies behind mastering the maze. Listeners will hear fun facts, interviews with fans and gamers, and discussions about how Pac-Man shaped pop culture, music, and gaming as we know it. Fans will love it because it’s more than just a trip down memory lane – it’s a chance to discover the hidden layers of a game that looks simple but has fascinated people for over 40 years. Whether you grew up dropping quarters into the arcade machine or you’ve just discovered Pac-Man online, this show brings the maze to life with stories, insights, and the passion of the community that keeps the yellow icon running.

Information

  • Creator
    Edward Mitchell
  • Episodes
    1
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Edward Mitchell
  • Show Website
    Chasing Dots