Merv Griffin Entertainment and Namco Bandai Games America are teaming up to bring a Pac-Man reality show to television. That's right, the popular arcade game is currently in development and will hopefully be airing sometime soon. This may be the greatest news in the history of television.
The Pac-Man reality show won't feature seven ghosts living in a house with one Pac-Man. The show is actually 'Wipeout'-inspired and has been described as, "the world's biggest game of tag."
Coin-Operated Reality Shows
The Pac-Man Reality Show is Currently in Development
Trend Themes
1. Coin-operated Reality Shows - Opportunities for creating more coin-operated reality shows using popular arcade games as inspiration.
2. Wipeout-inspired Shows - The success of the Pac-Man reality show opens up possibilities for creating more 'Wipeout'-inspired game shows.
3. Integration of Gaming and Television - The development of a Pac-Man reality show indicates a trend towards integrating gaming concepts into traditional television programming.
Industry Implications
1. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can explore new opportunities for creating engaging coin-operated reality shows based on popular arcade games.
2. Media - The media industry can capitalize on the success of the Pac-Man reality show and develop more 'Wipeout'-inspired game shows to attract viewers.
3. Gaming - The gaming industry has the potential to expand its reach by integrating gaming concepts into television programming, creating unique gaming experiences for viewers.