The Price is Right

I've been a Price is Right fan since my childhood. The unlockable videos show you unforgetable moments of the gameshow. However, this videogame is missing some of the old classics. It's missing: Safe Crackers, Check Game, Squeeze Play, Clock game, Barker's bargain bar, Golden road, & many more.

I didn't realize that this game, The Price is Right, could only be used on computers with either XP or Vista. I have neither & only found out the requirements after I had opened the product. In other words, I wasted my money as it cannot be returned after the product was opened. I did the review with one star as it wouldn't let me send this without it. Marlene DeNoon

I am an avid Price is Right fan. I watch it every day so when this new game came on the market I purchased it. While I enjoy playing the game I find that the graphics could have been much better. Other games I have are much better in this department.

Over the years, we've seen classic game shows that have delivered as computer games. These past years, the classic standouts like Jeopardy!, Wheel Of Fortune, & Family Feud have continued 2 deliver not just 2 hard core fans, but anyone who is interested in nostalgia. However, we've started 2 see new game shows finally make it 2 the P.C. including Deal Or No Deal, & Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader? But, with all the different game shows, The Price Is Right has definitely been one of the most difficult 2 deliver as a video game. The longtime show which has dominated 4 over 35 years on CBS with Bob Barker & recently with Drew Carey, has continued 2 deliver 2 fans all over, but has been absent from delivering as a home game so many times. Now, a new video game edition of The Price Is Right is available 4 the computer 4 the first time in over 20 years, since the Commodore 64 days. However, does it really allow gamers 2 say Come On Down!, or just down in out?

The Price Is Right 4 the P.C. brings the classic game show 2 computers everywhere. The long-running game shows show well in polish & graphics by bringing the classic studio & game design during the Bob Barker era well, & showcases a distinctive style top 2 bottom. The game includes a dozen games 2 the home computer including long-running favorites like Plinko, Cliff Hangers, Shell Game & It's In The Bag. While the graphics look great, & the sound brings back the classic theme song well, there are a few faults 2 the game that miss the mark well. While the game looks great, there are a few problems that miss the mark. First of all, there is a lack of pricing games on the video game. While there are the popular games here, with over 70 games on the show, you don't have other great games like Grand Game, Barker's Bargain Bar, Pathfinder,and recent games like Stack The Deck & More Or Less in the rotation. Not only that, but in the game you don't have Bob Barker or Drew Carey deliver the work of the host. Instead, you have Price's announcer Rich Fields takeover the position on the game. While Rich works well, but 4 a game that wasn't a computer game 4 longtime fans since the 80's, there just should've been more 2 get the gamers interested.

All in all, The Price Is Right isn't a bad video game 4 the P.C. & fairs adequately 4 those who haven't seen the great CBS game show. But, I was just hoping that there could've been a whole lot more 2 makeup as a video game after a long absence from the market. But, 4 the price itself, it isn't completely right, but a decent try.

Graphics: B

Sound: B+

Gameplay: C+

Fun & Enjoyment: C 4 solo player; C+ 4 multiplayer

Overall: C+

I have Concentration & Wheel of Fortune & have played them 2 death. They too are entertaining. I just got TPIR & I am having a grand time messing with it. It is fun & I realized that I would do very poorly in person if I were there. I am lousy at guessing prices but as I said, it is fun. I would buy it 4 a gift 4 someone.

COME ON DOWN!...The Price Is Right video game brings all the excitement of TV's longest-running & most popular game show 2 the computer as it makes its debut on your PC or Mac. Experience all of the classic moments from the show with up 4 people. You will hear your name called as you're announced 2 "Come on Down!" 2 Contestant's Row. Play all of the favorite pricing games, including Plinko, Cliff Hangers & Punch-A-Bunch. Spin the Wheel 4 the chance at the big prizes in the Showcase Showdown.

Key Game Features: Real Moments From the Show - Rich Fields will tell you 2 "Come on Down" as you start an authentic Price is Right experience. The actual music & sounds of the show are used in the game. Additionally, classic video footage of The Price is Right models will introduce the games & items up 4 bid. Play All the Best Pricing Games - Make your way out of Contestant's Row & compete 2 take home the big money in the Showcase Showdown through a selection of games including:. Plinko: The game of all games! Play a pricing game 2 earn plinko chips, & then drop each chip down the plinko board 4 your chance 2 win tons of cash. Punch-a-bunch: Earn shots at cash prizes by playing a pricing game. Then punch the board 2 see how much you win. Keep that total amount, or try punching 4 more. Cliffhangers: Win a prize & save Hans. Guess the price of four retail items, but don't miss by more than a total of $25 or Hans the Hiker climbs right over the cliff. Flip Flop: Flip the first two numbers? Flop the second two? Or flip-flop both? Guess right & you're one fabulous prize richer. Hole in One: Play an all-time fan favorite. Price six retail items in the correct order & you get 2 putt from right up close. Sink your shot & win. 3 Strikes: Reach in the bag & try 2 draw all the numbers in the price of the car-and arrange them in order-before you draw three strikes. 2-4 Multiplayer Support - Fans of all ages can compete against each other 4 big money & fabulous prizes. Party game mode is 4 up 2 4 players. In single- player mode play through the game as a real contestant or try 2 beat your top score on individual pricing games. The game is rated E 4 Everyone. Unlock Classic Moments - Special achievements will unlock additional video footage of some of the all-time most memorable Price is Right moments.

Screenshots:

Bid in contestant's row. View larger.

Play Cliffhangers. View larger.

Earn chips in Plinko. View larger.

Spin the big wheel. View larger.