Picture stepping out of the conference room, tablet in hand, and turning the streets of the city into a live digital playground. City PacMan does exactly that: it takes the most iconic video game in history and brings it into the real world, challenging your colleagues with a mix of strategy, speed and competitive instinct unlike anything else in corporate team building. With over 22 years of experience and 130+ original formats, TeamBuilding.it designed City PacMan for companies that want to break the mold and create a truly unforgettable shared experience.
How City PacMan Works
Each team receives a tablet loaded with an interactive map of the city. Virtual pellets appear at strategic points across the urban centre: the goal is to physically reach those locations and “eat” the pellets before the competing teams do. But it is not a simple race. Scattered along the route are ghosts — zones or checkpoints to avoid at the risk of losing points — and iconic city landmarks that, if reached, unlock special bonus points. Everything happens in real time: teams can monitor rivals’ positions on the map and continuously adjust their strategy. The standard duration is approximately 90 minutes — long enough to build genuine excitement, short enough to keep energy levels high from start to finish.
Why City PacMan Delivers Real Team Building Results
City PacMan is not just fun — it is a powerful team building tool because it tests real, transferable workplace skills. Time management under pressure, rapid decision-making, clear in-group communication and the ability to anticipate competitors’ moves all emerge naturally during the game. Sales and marketing teams, accustomed to competitive thinking, find this format particularly engaging. International groups appreciate the urban discovery dimension that runs alongside the challenge, turning what could have been a standard city tour into something completely different. The outdoor setting and technology-driven gameplay also make City PacMan an ideal engagement activity for corporate events, conventions and incentive programmes.
How to Organise City PacMan with TeamBuilding.it
Organising a City PacMan session with us is straightforward. Our experienced facilitators handle everything: route mapping, challenge customisation and full on-the-day logistics. The activity is available from our main bases in Rome and Milan, but can be adapted to any city centre with the right characteristics for the game. Before the event, we work closely with the company contact to calibrate difficulty, team numbers and any key messages to weave into the challenges — transforming the game into an experience that also speaks to your organisation’s values and goals. The result is a turnkey, professionally managed activity that fits seamlessly into your corporate culture.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people can take part in City PacMan? City PacMan is a scalable format, suitable for both mid-sized groups and large corporate gatherings. The ideal number of participants is assessed during the planning phase to ensure the best possible experience for everyone involved.
Do participants need gaming or tech experience? Not at all. The tablet interface is intuitive, and TeamBuilding.it facilitators walk everyone through the mechanics before the start. The format is designed to be immediately accessible regardless of participants’ familiarity with technology or video games.
Can City PacMan be customised for a specific corporate event? Absolutely. We can incorporate questions, missions or challenges linked to your company, products or values, making the experience more meaningful and aligned with your event objectives.
What happens if the weather is bad? City PacMan is an outdoor activity, but our team always assesses contingency options in the event of adverse weather conditions. Contact us to discuss the alternatives available for your chosen date and location.
Ready to take your team out of the office and into the game? Get in touch to find out how to organise City PacMan for your company. We build teams that work.
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