As part of its barrage of April Fools’ pranks, Google Maps has created a hack that lets users turn any city into the pixelated, classic arcade game, complete with multi-colored ghosts and iconic music. Simply click on the icon on the lower left of the screen to begin playing in your desktop browser.

Here’s what it looks like…

Google's April Fools' Day Prank Turns Maps into Pac-Man GamesImage Credit: Google Maps

Google Maps’ support page even includes a list of clues to guide you to the best locations to play Pac-Man. You can even play in the Google Maps mobile app, but only in those special locations.

This isn’t the first time Google has relied on a childhood videogame for April Fools’ inspiration. Last year, users could catch Pokemon via Maps.

Interested to see what it’s all about? Then go play it

Google's April Fools' Day Prank Turns Maps into Pac-Man GamesImage Credit: Google Maps
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