The term 'Pac-Man of Video Games' refers to the iconic character Pac-Man, who first appeared in the classic arcade game of the same name. Pac-Man was created by Japanese video game designer Toru Iwatani and released by Namco in 1980. The game was an instant success, becoming one of the most popular and influential video games of all time. Pac-Man has since become a cultural icon, appearing in numerous spin-off games, television shows, films, and other media.