Yarbo and PAC-MAN Bring Arcade Nostalgia to Winter Yard Care

Turning complex snow clearing into a playful winter ritual inspired by the arcade classic

CHICAGO, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Yarbo, the robotics company redefining automated outdoor yard care, today announced a limited-edition collaboration with PAC-MAN, bringing the iconic world of arcade gaming into the winter yard.

Available exclusively in the United States and Canada, the collaboration brings PAC-MAN-inspired design and storytelling to Yarbo Y40 Core and Snow Blower Gen 2, transforming an everyday winter chore into a more playful experience while retaining the autonomous capabilities of Yarbo's robotic snow-clearing system.

A Different Kind of Maze

For generations, PAC-MAN has made navigating a Maze feel like play. Yarbo is turning winter yard care into a different kind of Maze. When snow becomes the challenge, homeowners can experience winter with less work and more play.

Where Every Maze Becomes a Path. By taking on the complexity of snow-covered yards, Yarbo helps turn an unpredictable winter environment into a clear, navigable space, giving homeowners more freedom to enjoy the season instead of managing it.

For longtime PAC-MAN fans, the collaboration offers a new way to reconnect with a game that defined a generation of arcade culture. For a younger generation discovering PAC-MAN through a new lens, it introduces the character and spirit of the classic game into a modern technology experience.

Built to Clear the Way

The modular robotic platform takes on a range of winter challenges. Yarbo Snow Blower Gen 2 is designed to autonomously navigate outdoor environments and clear snow with minimal hands-on intervention. Its tracked platform, RTK-GPS positioning and intelligent path planning enable the system to navigate designated areas while carrying out snow-clearing tasks.

The Snow Blower uses a two-stage snow-throwing system and is built for different winter conditions, including deep and wet snow. Yarbo also supports automatic recharging and resume-from-interruption functionality, allowing the system to continue its work without requiring homeowners to repeatedly manage the machine.

Engineered as part of Yarbo's modular outdoor robotics platform, the system reflects the company's broader approach to year-round yard care. Yarbo's platform is engineered for operating temperatures ranging from -25°C to 45°C and carries an IPX6 water-resistance rating, supporting a product strategy that extends from summer lawn maintenance to winter snow removal.

The Spirit of Play

The Yarbo x PAC-MAN collaboration is designed to bring a sense of personality to a category traditionally defined by utility.

More than a limited-edition design, the collaboration reflects Yarbo's broader vision for outdoor living: technology can take care of the work without taking away the enjoyment of the space itself. By bringing robotics, play and recognizable pop culture together, Yarbo is making yard care feel less like a chore—and more like a natural part of modern life.

"We built Yarbo so the technology does the hard work and people get their snow days back." said Kenneth Kohlmann, Co-Founder, Yarbo. "Working with PAC-MAN lets us show the other side of that promise: clearing the driveway can actually be fun."

"PAC-MAN adds fun and nostalgia to Yarbo's robotic snow-clearing system, bringing fond memories to what used to be a chore as gamers who remember chomping Pac-Dots around the Maze can now watch him Chomp snow off their property," said Susan Tran, Sr. Director, Brand Development on PAC-MAN, Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc.

Limited Edition Availability

The Yarbo x PAC-MAN limited edition pairs the Y40 Core with the Snow Blower Gen 2 and will be available exclusively in the United States and Canada through Yarbo's official website and Amazon.

The complete system will be available for $6,399 USD in the U.S. and C$8,799 in Canada.

From October 22 through November 2, customers who purchase an eligible Yarbo x PAC-MAN limited-edition system will receive a Plow Blade at no additional cost.

For more information about the Yarbo x PAC-MAN collaboration, visit the official Yarbo website.

About Yarbo

Yarbo is a robotics company pioneering modular outdoor robotics with its innovative Modular Yard Robot system. Powered by a single intelligent core unit and interchangeable functional modules, Yarbo's platform supports a range of year-round yard-care tasks, including lawn mowing, leaf blowing, and snow clearing. Known for its industry-leading autonomous snow blower robots, Yarbo combines intelligent navigation, modular hardware, and autonomous operation to make outdoor maintenance smarter and more efficient. Yarbo aims to simplify demanding yard-care tasks, reduce the time and effort required for outdoor maintenance, and give people more freedom to enjoy their outdoor spaces. For more information about Yarbo and its products, visit yarbo.com.

About PAC-MAN

Originally released as a coin-operated arcade cabinet, PAC-MAN is one of the most influential and longest-running video game franchises in history. In the game, players control PAC-MAN who has to Chomp Pac-Dots while being chased by colorful Ghosts in Mazes that get increasingly more difficult with each level. Since the official introduction of its innovative gameplay and game design, PAC-MAN sparked a worldwide phenomenon that attracted multiple generations of players across genders. Its popularity led to several game sequels, a full merchandising program and hit music single as well as two animated television series. With record breaking achievements, PAC-MAN has been recognized by the Guinness World Records with awards such as "Most Successful Coin-Operated Game." The franchise continues to release new console and mobile games. In 2025, PAC-MAN™ commemorated its 45th Anniversary with a variety of partnerships, activations and launches.

About Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc.

Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc., part of the Bandai Namco Group, is a leading global publisher and developer of interactive entertainment for major video game consoles, PC, online, and mobile platforms. The company is known for creating many of the industry's beloved classic franchises such as PAC-MAN®, GALAGA®, TEKKEN®, SOULCALIBUR®, and ACE COMBAT®, and publishing the critically acclaimed DARK SOULS™ series and the blockbuster title ELDEN RING™. Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. is also the premier publisher in the Western hemisphere for anime-based video games including GUNDAM™, NARUTO SHIPPUDEN™, DRAGON BALL™, and ONE PIECE®. Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. is headquartered in Irvine, California. More information about the company and its products can be found at bandainamcoent.com.

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