"The PAC-MAN NYC Chompionship 2026 will serve as the centerpiece for the museum's broader celebration, inviting competitive players and casual fans to test their reflexes on classic arcade cabinets."
"The ultimate grand prize for the tournament winner is a PAC-MAN pub table arcade machine, featuring eight games with two-player functionality, allowing for future skill honing."
"Beyond the tournament, attendees can enjoy a deep dive into gaming history with an exhibit showcasing original design documents and rare PAC-MAN artifacts, including the original 1981 metal lunchbox."
"Entry to the tournament is free with museum admission, which is $20 for adults and free for members, making it accessible for all fans of the iconic game."
The Paley Museum is concluding its exhibit, '45 Years of PAC-MAN', with the PAC-MAN NYC Chompionship 2026 on May 16. This tournament invites competitive players and fans to compete for a PAC-MAN pub table arcade machine. Check-in starts at 12pm, with qualifying rounds from 12:40pm to 3pm, followed by finals. The event also features a gaming history exhibit, mascot meet-and-greets, themed crafts, and screenings of PAC-MAN cartoons. Admission to the tournament is free with museum entry, which costs $20 for adults.
Read at Time Out New York
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