Coinciding with the set’s announcement, it is worth mentioning that June 4th marks the 43rd anniversary of Bandai Namco (formerly Namco) testing Pac-Man with the public in 1980. As one of the most beloved arcade games of all time, Pac-Man captured the hearts of millions. Lego’s press release highlights that within seven years of its initial release, Pac-Man was installed in a staggering 293,822 arcade units.
Adding a fun twist to the story, it is revealed that Pac-Man’s iconic yellow color drew inspiration from the “iconic yellow of the Lego brick,” according to the game’s original creator, Toru Iwatani.
