# Nostalgic Gamer Donut Ranges The Krispy Kreme x PAC-MAN Collection Celebrates the 45th Anniversary By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2025-05-12 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-x-pacman-collection References: [qsrmagazine](https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/krispy-kreme-announces-collaboration-with-pac-man/) & [krispykreme](https://www.krispykreme.com)  The [Krispy Kreme](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-and-bandai) x PAC-MAN Collection has been created by the brand in collaboration with [Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc.](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cherry-chomp-sorbet) as a new series of treats that celebrate the namesake video game's 45th anniversary. The limited time range of donuts comes in three varieties including the PAC-MAN Party Doughnut, the TEAM GHOST Doughnut and the Strawberry Power Berry Doughnut. Each of the donuts incorporates sweet, themed flavor with visual calls to the video game throughout and are being launched with a promotion on [PAC-MAN's birthday](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pacmans-45th) (May 22) that will offer guests an additional dozen Original Glazed donuts for $0.25 with the purchase of any dozen at regular price. Chief Growth Officer Dave Skena spoke on the Krispy Kreme x PAC-MAN Collection saying, "These all-new PAC-MAN doughnuts are sweetest in multi-player mode. So, press start on a dozen and chomp on a maze of flavors with family, friends and coworkers. Partnering with Bandai Namco and PAC-MAN is a new high score of sweetness.” Image Credit: Krispy Kreme ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 41% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Nostalgia-driven Product Collaborations:** Brands are tapping into nostalgia by collaborating with iconic franchises to create limited-edition products that appeal to consumers' cherished memories. - **Themed Limited-edition Offerings:** Limited-time, themed product collections leveraging popular cultural icons are emerging as a way to capture consumer interest and drive sales. - **Gamified Food Experiences:** Integrating playful, game-inspired elements into food offerings provides a unique and engaging experience that appeals to a wide audience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry is increasingly embracing cross-industry partnerships to introduce innovative products that capitalize on cultural trends. - **Video Game Marketing:** The video game industry is leveraging partnerships with consumer brands to expand its reach and create immersive brand experiences. - **Retail Promotions:** Retail sectors are utilizing nostalgic themes and special promotions to enhance customer engagement and drive foot traffic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Video Game-Inspired Donut Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-and-bandai.md) - [Ghostly Cinematic Donut Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-x-ghostbusters-collection.md) - [Celebratory Anime Donut Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokmon-donuts.md) - [Collaboration Breakfast Pastry Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-x-poptarts.md) - [Monstrous Anime Donut Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mister-donut-pokmon.md) - [Collaboration Candy Brand Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-x-kasugai.md) - [Christmasy Cartoon Donut Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-x-peanuts-collection.md) - [Gamified Cookie Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-pacman.md) - [Toaster Pastry-Inspired Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-and-poptart.md)