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"Pac-Attack" is a puzzle game for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) that blends the iconic character Pac-Man with the strategic, block-clearing gameplay akin to Tetris or Columns. Released in the early 1990s, this game deviates from the traditional Pac-Man maze-chase formula by presenting a unique falling block puzzle setup. Players must strategically position falling blocks and ghosts to align and clear lines, incorporating Pac-Man himself as a special block that can be utilized to eat the ghosts. The goal is to keep the playing field clear and prevent the blocks from stacking to the top, with increasing levels of difficulty adding to the challenge.

The game features several modes, including puzzle mode, where players solve preset block-and-ghost configurations, and a more challenging versus mode, which pits players against the computer or another player in a battle to see who can survive the longest. Unique to "Pac-Attack" is its incorporation of the iconic ghost characters from the Pac-Man series, which must be strategically placed and eaten by Pac-Man to clear lines effectively. This integration of familiar characters into the puzzle genre provided a fresh twist to the gameplay. Lauded for its addictive nature and strategic depth, "Pac-Attack" remains a beloved title for fans of the puzzle genre and classic video game aficionados alike.

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