Summary
- Release Year: 2006
- Genres: Quiz/Trivia
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), Wii
- Developers: Black Lantern Studios, Cat Daddy Games, Gravity-i, Imagination Entertainment
- Publishers: DSI Games, Global Star Software, Imagination Entertainment, Mindscape, Zoo Games
Deal or No Deal (2006)
Deal or No Deal is a video game based on the popular TV show of the same name. The game was developed by Blast Entertainment and published by Ubisoft. It was released on October 31, 2006, for the PlayStation 2, Wii, and Nintendo DS.
Gameplay
The gameplay in Deal or No Deal is very similar to the TV show. Players are presented with 26 briefcases, each containing a different amount of money. The player’s goal is to choose the briefcase with the highest amount of money.
To start the game, the player chooses a briefcase. The player then opens the briefcase to reveal the amount of money inside. The player can then choose to keep their briefcase or trade it for another briefcase.
If the player chooses to keep their briefcase, they will receive the amount of money inside. If the player chooses to trade their briefcase, they will be offered a new briefcase by the banker. The player can then choose to accept the banker’s offer or decline it.
If the player accepts the banker’s offer, they will receive the amount of money in the new briefcase. If the player declines the banker’s offer, they will continue playing with their original briefcase.
The game continues until the player has opened all 26 briefcases. The player wins the amount of money in the briefcase they chose to keep.
Single-Player Modes
Deal or No Deal features three single-player modes:
- TV Game: This mode is a simulation of the TV show. The player plays against the AI banker and tries to win the most money possible.
- Puzzle Game: This mode is a series of puzzles that challenge the player’s logic and decision-making skills.
- Memory Game: This mode is a memory game that tests the player’s ability to remember the contents of the briefcases.
Multiplayer Modes
Deal or No Deal also features two multiplayer modes:
- Contestant vs. Banker: In this mode, one player plays as the contestant and the other player plays as the banker. The contestant tries to win the most money possible, while the banker tries to make the best deals possible.
- Party Mode: In this mode, up to four players can play as contestants. The players take turns opening briefcases and trying to win the most money possible.
Reception
Deal or No Deal received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the game for its faithful recreation of the TV show, while others criticized it for its repetitive gameplay. The game was a commercial success, selling over 2 million copies worldwide.
Legacy
Deal or No Deal is one of the most popular video games based on a TV show. The game has been praised for its fun and exciting gameplay, and it has been credited with helping to popularize the TV show. Deal or No Deal is still enjoyed by fans of the TV show and video games today.
Conclusion
Deal or No Deal is a fun and exciting game that is perfect for fans of the TV show and anyone who loves a good game of chance. The game features a variety of single-player and multiplayer modes, so there is something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you are a seasoned Deal or No Deal veteran or a newcomer to the game, you are sure to have a blast playing this game.
Review Score
7/10