New PAC-MAN Live Experience opening a short drive from Liverpool

Little Lion Entertainment, a leader in cutting-edge augmented reality experiences, is thrilled to announce the launch of PAC-MAN LIVE EXPERIENCE, an unprecedented playable live experience based on the iconic video game franchise.

This groundbreaking collaboration with Bandai Namco Entertainment marks a significant milestone in the evolution of both augmented reality and location-based entertainment.

Little Lion Entertainment is the UK’s premier immersive attractions company, having welcomed millions of guests to its experiences, including the smash-hit The Crystal Maze LIVE Experiences, Tomb Raider: The LIVE Experience and Chaos Karts.

Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc., a leading global video game publisher, are renowned for iconic franchises such as, PAC-MAN, TEKKEN, and ELDEN RING, delivering diverse and innovative gaming and location-based experiences across multiple platforms.

Little Lion Entertainment’s recent acquisition of The Games Arenas, home of Chaos Karts, promised an expansion into new live video-game attractions. That potential is being realised with the PAC-MAN LIVE EXPERIENCE, a global-first experience, in collaboration with Bandai Namco Entertainment.

The PAC-MAN LIVE EXPERIENCE is exactly what it sounds like; real life, playable PAC-MAN, on an epic scale.

A New Dimension in Gaming

The PAC-MAN LIVE EXPERIENCE will transform the Little Lion Entertainment Games Arena venues into immersive, interactive mazes, where players become PAC-People themselves and navigate through the famous levels to collect power pellets & fruit, desperately avoid ghosts, and win crucial points to take the title. Utilizing state-of-the-art augmented reality technology, players will see the classic PAC-MAN characters and elements seamlessly integrated into their real-world surroundings.

A Historic Collaboration

Teaming up with Bandai Namco Entertainment has been instrumental in bringing this innovative concept to life. “We are ecstatic to collaborate with Bandai Namco Entertainment, the pioneers of one of the most beloved video games in history”, said Tom Lionetti-Maguire, CEO of Little Lion Entertainment. “Their expertise and collaboration in our creative vision have been invaluable in ensuring that our live experience remains authentic to the original game while offering a fresh and thrilling twist in bringing this into a fully playable 360-degree digital world.”

“This new experience perfectly aligns with PAC-MAN, offering something fun and entertaining that appeals to both children and adults,” said Aadil Tayouga, Licensing & Business Strategy Director at Bandai Namco Europe. “We can’t wait for people to discover this innovative and truly unique experience created by our partner at Little Lion Entertainment, bringing PAC-MAN to a whole new field while staying true to the franchise’s values.”

Redefining Location-Based Experiences

This launch heralds a new era for location-based experiences, blending physical activity with digital gameplay in a way that has never been seen before. Participants will explore multiple mazes and up to 12 different levels, including a new bonus game, with a sense of adventure, transforming everyday locations into a dynamic playground filled with challenges and surprises. The PAC-MAN LIVE EXPERIENCE will be the perfect modern example of fun-filled social interaction, with excellent accessibility for all guests and an age range of 8-80.

The Future of Real-Life Video Gaming

The introduction of PAC-MAN LIVE EXPERIENCE is just the beginning of what promises to be an exciting future for real-life video gaming. This innovative experience showcases the potential for augmented reality to revolutionize the way we play and interact with games. By bringing beloved characters and gameplay into the real world, Little Lion Entertainment and Bandai Namco Entertainment are setting the stage for a new generation of immersive entertainment.

Join the PAC

The PAC-MAN LIVE EXPERIENCE will be rolling out in select cities across the globe, with plans for expansion based on demand. Fans, gamers & thrill-seekers of all ages are invited to join the fun and be part of this ground-breaking attraction.