How to Play Jeopardy Online

Jeopardy is a TV game show that features three contestants answering trivia questions in the hopes of winning thousands of dollars in prize money. This show has been incredibly popular over the last three decades and draws in millions of applicants from around the country. People who just want to enjoy the game of Jeopardy can also learn how to play it online.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer with Internet capability (DSL or better preferred)

1. Obtain versions of the online version of Jeopardy from the Sony Pictures website (see Resources below). Users who want a free and simple version of the game can play without downloading files. A deluxe version is available to avid gamers for a premium.
2. Enter your name and choose your avatar before beginning Jeopardy. An avatar is a visual representation of a player and gamers can choose from a number of options.
3. Select the question you want to answer by reviewing the board. There are 6 categories for contestants to choose from, covering a variety of topics. Each category has 5 questions, with each question represented by a dollar amount.
4. Determine if you want to answer your chosen question or pass. Contestants who pass do not lose any money but may fall behind other contestants who successfully answer the question. Answering the question requires choosing from multiple choices in 5 seconds.
5. Understand that a missed question means a deduction from your prize money. After a question is answered incorrectly, the dollar value of the question is debited from a contestant.
6. Move ahead of your competition by answering the Daily Double correctly. The Daily Double is a question where contestants can wager their prize money on giving the right answer. Answers that are incorrect mean that the wagered money is taken from the contestant.
7. Look for different versions of Jeopardy to play on your computer. Past versions of Jeopardy, including specialty games like Rock'n'Roll Jeopardy, are available on CD-ROM. Those interested in new Jeopardy games can consult their local electronics stores.

Tips & Warnings

• Look at your computer's operating system and available memory to determine if you can play Jeopardy. The online game does not need to be downloaded, but low memory can cause slow game play. CD-ROM versions of Jeopardy require specific operating systems and enough memory to play the game.
• Realize that the prize money earned in the online version of Jeopardy is fictitious. The intention of the online game is entertainment and competition with friends or family.