Both Pac-Man and Space Invaders are free arcade games you can play instantly in your browser. Here's how they compare — and how to pick.
| Aspect | Pac-Man | Space Invaders |
|---|---|---|
| Genre | Arcade | Arcade |
| Players | Single player | Single player |
| Session length | 2–10 minutes | 2–10 minutes |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Download | None — plays in browser | None — plays in browser |
Munch every pellet in the maze while four clever ghosts hunt you down. Grab a power pellet and the tables turn — now you chase them.
Rows of aliens are creeping down toward Earth, and you're the last line. Shoot them down before they land, and stay light on your feet when they shoot back.
If you want munch every pellet in the maze while four clever ghosts hunt you down, pick Pac-Man. If you'd rather rows of aliens are creeping down toward earth, and you're the last line, go for Space Invaders. Both are free and load instantly, so the honest answer is: play both.
Neither is strictly better — they suit different moods. Pac-Man (munch every pellet in the maze while four clever ghosts hunt you down.…) versus Space Invaders. Both are free, so try each and keep your favourite.
Yes — both are completely free to play online here, with no download and no sign-up.