Pac-Man's Possible Tekken Debut with Shadow Labyrinth Release
Exciting news for fans of both Tekken and Pac-Man! The big boss of Tekken, Katsuhiro Harada, has hinted at a possible crossover between these two iconic franchises. With the release of the new game, Shadow Labyrinth, Harada believes that integrating Pac-Man into Tekken might finally be feasible. This crossover could bring a fresh twist to both universes, blending the classic arcade charm of Pac-Man with the intense fighting action of Tekken.
Shadow Labyrinth: A New Adventure
Shadow Labyrinth is a surprising spin-off of Pac-Man, first revealed in an episode of the Amazon animated series, Secret Level. The game introduces us to The Swordsman, a humanoid fighter wielding a sword, who could potentially make an appearance as a guest character in Tekken.
This possibility arises from the fact that both Tekken and Pac-Man are under the umbrella of Bandai Namco. The Swordsman's design fits perfectly with the Tekken atmosphere, making this crossover a thrilling prospect for fans.
Harada's Vision for Tekken
In a recent interview, Harada suggested that the crossover is "quite possible" due to the shared environment and atmosphere between the two games. He even reminisced about a time when he considered adding Pac-Man to Tekken, but the idea was shelved after the original Pac-Man creator, Tōru Iwatani, disapproved of the concept art.
- The concept featured Pac-Man's head on a muscular humanoid body.
- Iwatani was not pleased, leading to the idea being dropped.
Pac-Man's New Direction
Interestingly, Iwatani now supports Bandai Namco's decision to take Pac-Man in a new direction with Shadow Labyrinth. This game is a 2D action platformer, where players control The Swordsman, whose main goal is to "eat" as he navigates through a maze. It's a fresh take on the Metroidvania genre and a significant evolution for the beloved arcade franchise.
Meanwhile, Tekken 8 continues to expand its roster, recently adding Clive from Final Fantasy 16 as the latest DLC character. This addition keeps the Tekken universe dynamic and ever-evolving.
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