They’re colorful, iconic, and surprisingly clever — but what are the Pac-Man ghosts really supposed to be? This video uncovers the hidden logic behind Blinky, Pinky, Inky, and Clyde — four enemies ...

How a young game designer at Namco turned a simple idea about eating into a worldwide gaming icon. How each of Pac-Man’s ghosts has its own unique behavior that’s driven by early game logic. Why the ...

The interview also takes a look at the development process of the original game, and makes mention of a visit to American arcades Iwatani made during Pac-Man's height of popularity. Iwatani doesn't ...