PowerA Teams Up with Bandai Namco to Celebrate the 45th Anniversary of PAC-MAN With New Licensed Gaming Gear
This partnership will deliver officially licensed PAC-MAN accessories, coming this Spring to Nintendo Switch and Xbox platforms.
WOODINVILLE, Wash., March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- PowerA, a division of ACCO Brands and a global leader in enhancing interactive entertainment with officially licensed gaming accessories, is proud to announce its partnership with Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. to celebrate the 45th anniversary of PAC-MAN™, one of the most iconic and enduring gaming franchises of all time. Together, PowerA and Bandai Namco will introduce a series of special-edition gaming accessories for Nintendo Switch and Xbox platforms inspired by the beloved PAC-MAN universe.
"PAC-MAN has been a cornerstone of gaming culture for more than four decades," said Akio Strasser, Sr. Director of Global Marketing, PowerA. "We're thrilled to partner with Bandai Namco to deliver accessories that celebrate PAC-MAN's rich legacy while offering players both style and performance. While we're keeping product details under wraps for now, fans can expect collectible, high-quality designs that honor the classic character's timeless appeal."
"As PAC-MAN reaches this 45th-anniversary milestone, we're excited to team up with PowerA," said Susan Tran, Sr. Director, Brand Development at Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc.. "PowerA's reputation for creating exceptional gaming gear aligns perfectly with our vision of sharing PAC-MAN's impact and legacy with gamers and collectors worldwide."
Stay tuned for more product details as we approach Spring. You can expect fun takes on classic PAC-MAN styles using innovative design elements across products for Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch.
For more updates on this partnership and upcoming product announcements, visit PowerA.com and follow PowerA on social media.
About PowerA
PowerA creates innovative accessory products that enhance the world's best video game and mobile technology experiences. A brand known for high standards and quality manufacturing, PowerA delivers some of the most reliable products, including game controllers, cases, starter kits, and a wide collection of other accessories. PowerA products are available across the globe at major retailers including North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and Latin America. To learn more, visit PowerA.com.
About ACCO Brands
ACCO Brands, the Home of Great Brands Built by Great People, designs, manufactures and markets consumer and end-user products that help people work, learn, and play. Our widely recognized brands include AT-A-GLANCE®, Five Star®, Kensington®, Leitz®, Mead®, PowerA®, Swingline®, Tilibra® and many others. More information about ACCO Brands Corporation (NYSE:ACCO) can be found at www.accobrands.com.
About Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc., part of the Bandai Namco Group, is a leading global publisher and developer of interactive entertainment for major video game consoles, PC, online, and mobile platforms. The company is known for creating many of the industry's beloved classic franchises such as PAC-MAN®, GALAGA®, TEKKEN®, SOULCALIBUR®, and ACE COMBAT®, and publishing the critically acclaimed DARK SOULS™ series and the blockbuster title ELDEN RING™. Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. is also the premier publisher in the Western hemisphere for anime-based video games including GUNDAM™, NARUTO SHIPPUDEN™, DRAGON BALL™, and ONE PIECE®. Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. is headquartered in Irvine, California. More information about the company and its products can be found at www.bandainamcoent.com.
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