Greatest Classic Arcade Games of All Time
Pac-Man or Mortal Kombat
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Why This Battle Matters
At the heart of every great sports rivalry lies a clash of philosophies; none embodies this more dramatically than Pac-Man vs. Mortal Kombat. Think of it: the cheerful, waka-waka simplicity of Pac-Man, darting through mazes with ghosts in hot pursuit, versus the dark, visceral intensity of Mortal Kombat's warriors, where every fight could end in a bloodied, 'Finish Him!' This isn't just a battle for top honors in the Classic Arcade Games league; it's a confrontation between the bright nostalgia of the 80s and the gritty, revolutionary pulse of the 90s. Which era's philosophy resonates more with you? Which experience shaped your joystick dreams?
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Pac-Man over Mortal Kombat when it comes to the greatest Classic Arcade Games of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Pac-Man 100.0% of the time over Mortal Kombat.
Across all battles:
Pac-Man win rate: 70.8%
Mortal Kombat win rate: 36.7%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in the Greatest Classic Arcade Games of All Time league?
Actually, leading the charge in the Classic Arcade Games league isn't Pac-Man or Mortal Kombat; it's Punch-Out!! Check out the full GOAT List to see who else is ranking!
What makes Mortal Kombat so popular despite trailing in this matchup?
Mortal Kombat redefined the fighting genre with its bold, graphic content and deep, engaging mechanics. Fans are drawn to its epic characters and the thrill of combat, making it a cult favorite even if it's behind in this particular contest.
Why is Pac-Man winning by so much against Mortal Kombat in the Greatest Classic Arcade Games league?
Pac-Man is absolutely crushing it! This might be thanks to its universal appeal and nostalgia factor. It's a game that almost everyone knows and loves, bridging generations of gamers with its simple, addictive gameplay.