Overview

Released in 1989 by GameTek, Inc., this video game is based on the popular American television game show that takes the form of a trivia-based competition. It simulates the experience of the show, which involves contestants answering questions to try and get three squares in a row on a tic-tac-toe style board.

Gameplay

The game tasks the player with choosing squares on a 3×3 grid, each occupied by a “celebrity” who presents a trivia question. The player must determine if the celebrity’s answer is correct or not. Successfully agreeing or disagreeing with the celebrity’s statement will earn the player the square. The objective is to get three squares in a row horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.

Features

• Authentic recreation of the game show set and atmosphere.
• Single-player mode with an AI opponent and a pass-and-play multiplayer option.
• A variety of questions and answers voiced by live-action hosts adding to the game’s immersive experience.

Legacy

This adaptation of the beloved TV game show brought the excitement and fun of competing in a trivia challenge to home consoles and computers of the late 1980s and early 1990s. Though not exceptionally groundbreaking, it provided entertainment and a sense of nostalgia for fans of the original show.