Pac-Man meets Pinball! Pac-Man Pinball Advance merges classic Pac-Man action with pinball, reminiscent of Kirby's Pinball Land, letting the player choose from different table backgrounds, the goal of which is to advance through the tables, hitting certain parts to gain power-ups, even the ability to eat pellets and eat the ghost foes (Blinky, Inky, Pinky and Clyde) and rescue Pac-Mans friends, including Ms. Pac-Man as well. There are also mini-games to be played such as a vertical shooter and classic Pac-Man mazes.
The gameplay in Pac-Man Pinball Advance is fast-paced and action-packed, with the player controlling Pac-Man as he navigates through the pinball tables, avoiding obstacles and collecting power-ups. The game features simple controls that make it easy to pick up and play, while the various levels and mini-games offer a good amount of variety and challenge.