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How to Play Beat the Clock

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Before "Double Dare," "Fear Factor" and "Dog Eat Dog," there was "America's favorite party game," "Beat the Clock," in which contestants performed timed silly stunts for cash and prizes. First emceed by "America's No. 1 clock-watcher," Bud ... more »

How to Play He Said, She Said

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“He said, she said." More than just a phrase, this was the title of a game show hosted from 1969 to 1970 by Joe Garagiola. In essence a celebrity version of "The Newlywed Game," "He Said, She Said" featured celebrity couples playing for members ... more »

How to Play Match Game

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Match Game is a TV game show that was broadcast originally from 1962 to 1969--but those shows had little in common with the more popular version. The next round of shows was broadcast from 1973 to 1979, with syndication running from 1979 to 1982. ... more »

How to Win on "Greed"

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The show Greed was cancelled in 2000. We continue to display this page for historical interest. No matter how Greed-y you're feeling, it initially takes teamwork to succeed at "Greed." Then you're on your own in the quest for the $2 million ... more »

How to Be a Contestant on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire

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Ever want to be a contestant on millionaire but thought it was too hard? Well it may take time to be on the show, but you can audition anytime they request people to be on the show... more »

How to Get A Free Xbox 360

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Get an xbox 360 of your choice for FREE. This article will show you your way through an easy 3 step site... more »

How to Play The $64,000 Question

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Before "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?" made a megastar of Regis Philbin, there was "The $64,000 Question." The phrase has been part of popular culture ever since the game show premiered in 1955, itself spawned by the radio show "Take It or Leave ... more »

How to Appear on "Greed"

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The show Greed was cancelled in 2000. We continue to display this page for historical interest. Feeling greedy? Exercise your most selfish tendencies on the popular TV game show "Greed," where winnings can total up to $2 million in a single week... more »

How to Appear on "Jeopardy"

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If you're a couch potato "Jeopardy!" whiz, it may be time to get off the sofa and be a real contestant. Although the competition is stiff, you might just know enough to become the newest "Jeopardy!" champion... more »

How to Appear on "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire"

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So you want to get rich quick - like in one night? Here's how to become a contestant on the popular television game show... more »

How to Win on "Jeopardy"

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If you know a little something about everything, you're likely to fare well on "Jeopardy" - champions regularly take home tens of thousands of dollars... more »

How to Win on "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire"

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Some final preparation can help get you ready for your 15 minutes of fame - and a chance at $1 million... more »

How to Win on the Game Show "Lingo"

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Airing on GSN since 2002, the game show "Lingo" has been that channel's top-rated original program, and international versions have aired in 20 countries worldwide. The goal of the game is to guess five-letter words when given only the ... more »

How to Win on "Wheel of Fortune"

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Buy a vowel? Spin again? Solve the puzzle? These are the major options confronting you on "Wheel of Fortune," where you have the potential of winning a pile of money and some great prizes... more »

How to Appear on "Wheel of Fortune"

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In 1999, over 1 million people requested an audition for "Wheel of Fortune," but less than 600 of those actually appeared on the show. Knowing the odds may not improve your chances, but it helps keep your expectations realistic... more »

How to Play Lingo

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Lingo is a TV game show, currently running on the Game Show. Two teams consisting of two players each compete in a game that combines Bingo with Jotto... more »

How to Play Jackpot

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The game Jackpot was a television game show requiring contestants to answer riddles to do well. The show aired in three runs between 1974 and 1989, but there are versions still available as board and video games. Playing Jackpot requires a good ... more »

How to Play The Newlywed Game

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“From Hollywood, it's 'The Newlywed Game.'" Fresh off of the success of "The Dating Game," Chuck Barris launched this game show in 1966, leading to the cancellation of "Password" and the popularization of "making whoopee" as couples competed for ... more »

How to Play Win, Lose or Draw

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Win, Lose, or Draw was a television game show that has become popular to play at parties or on family game night. It is played in teams... more »

How to Delve Into The Quiz Show Scandal

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The Quiz Show Scandal of the late 1950s brought shame to the television industry and resulted in vast viewer cynicism. What happened to bring about such a sorry chapter in TV history, one that inspired the 1994 movie "Quiz Show"? Here are some ... more »

How to Maintain an Ace - King Deck Setup

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Perform an ace-king setup before considering how to maintain it. If you do it correctly, your audience won't realize that you have already put the cards in the right order for the setup before the show. This is one of the easiest magic tricks... more »

How to Play Card Sharks

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Card Sharks is a TV game that had three different versions. The first was from 1978 to 1981, the second from 1986 to 1989 and the third isn't worth mentioning. The first two are still shown on syndicated channels. You can play the game at home ... more »

How to Play Dialing for Dollars

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"Dialing for Dollars" was a widely popular game on local television from the 1940s through the 1970s. It was a great way for local TV stations to get people to tune in, since they had a great shot at winning money. It was a guaranteed audience ... more »

How to Play games online easily

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There are many free games that you can play online. All kinds of games on the webs are mostly free and addictive to play. Few clicks of your mouse you can start playing games in your computer online... more »

How to Play High Rollers

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High Rollers is a TV game show that aired from 1974 to 1976 and again from 1978 to 1980. Two syndicated shows were also produced, a weekly one from 1975 to 1976 and a daily one from 1987 to 1988. Read on to find out how to play high rollers... more »

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