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Name: Bullseye
Debut: July 1st, 1976

Bullseye is commonly played for a prize usually valued between $3,000 and $10,000, and uses grocery items. The centerpiece of the game is a board which contains an Archery style target with rings ranging from $2 to $12 above five grocery prizes. The contestant who must choose one of the five prizes and then tell the host how many of the chosen prize will total between $10 and $12. If the total price of the guessed amount of product is not in the "bulls-eye," but less than $10 the player receives a marker on the board. The player has three chances to get between $10 and $12, but if they fail, they can still be victorious. One of the five products has a "hidden bullseye". If this is revealed behind a product whose guess "hit the target" (was less than $100), the contestant also wins the game. The other four contain the word "SORRY" and finding only these markers loses the game.

Fun Fact: The current Bullseye should not be confused with the original Bullseye (a car game played only during the show's first two weeks). The old game is often referred to as either "Bullseye I" or "Bullseye '72," with the current version sometimes referred to as either "Bullseye II" or "Bullseye '76."

Labels: bullseye, games spotlight

Pushover: Kathlene wins; Trailer ($11,880)

One Away: Mary lost; Chevy HHR ($20,974)

Check Out: Satya wins (18 cent difference); Trip to Chicago, Illinois

Showcase Showdown #1: Kathlene wins with 85 cents

Dice Game: Charita wins (rolled a “6”); Chevy Equinox ($25,613)

Cliffhangers: Ferdinand lost; Keyboard, Drum Set, and Guitar

Most Expensive: Clare lost; Fragrances, Daybed (Most Expensive), and Riding Lawn Mower

Showcase Showdown #2: Charita wins with 90 cents

Showcase: Double Overbid; Watches, Living Room Group, and Pair of Motorcycles; Remote-Controlled Airplane, Trip to Winter Park, Colorado, Balloon Ride, and Trip to Las Vegas, Nevada

Money Game: Jared wins $308; Ford Ranger ($19,162)

Range Game: Cletus wins; 63-inch Plasma TV ($5498)

Now or Then: Debra wins (“Then” January 2000); Trip to Boston, Massachusetts

Showcase Showdown #1: Debra wins with 80 cents

Cover Up: Julie lost; Pontiac Vibe ($18,561)

Plinko: Thomas wins $12,000 with 4 Plinko chips

Double Prices: Corey wins; Hot Tub ($10,694)

Showcase Showdown #2: Thomas wins with $1.00 ($1000)

Showcase: Thomas wins; Swimwear, Spa, and Mini Cooper ($60,107 in prizes)

Let ‘Em Roll: Camille wins; Pontiac G6

Check Game: Joshua lost (check for $4990); Trip to Yosemite National Park ($5419)

Secret X: Jeanette wins (X in the Middle); Bedroom Group

Showcase Showdown #1: Camille wins with 55 cents

Side By Side: Magda wins (Left Side); Snowmobile ($8099)

Any Number: Jim wins Sofa ($849); Ford F-150 ($22,315)

Switch?: William wins with a “switch”; Floor Clock and Tool Boxes

Showcase Showdown #2: Magda wins with 75 cents

Showcase: Magda wins; Headphones, Sound System, Bar Set, and Trip to Rio De Janeiro, Brazil ($27,964)

Name: Switch?
Debut: February 27th, 1992

Switch? is a pricing game typically played for 2 prizes from between $1,000 and $10,000; however, on occasion (during primetime specials) it has been played for two cars. Two prizes are shown with one price tag in front of each prize. The contestant is to decide whether the prices of the prizes should be switched or if they should be left alone. If the contestant makes the correct decision, then he/she wins both prizes.

Fun Fact: The distinctive, "peppy," music for Switch? has been used without fail since it's third playing in 1992-- and is the last few measures of the music used in Switcheroo.

Labels: games spotlight, switch

Half Off: Mindi lost (One Half and Box #10); Box #1 contained $10,000

That’s Too Much: Daniel lost; Volkswagen GTI ($26,040)

1 Right Price: Louis lost; Clothes and Secretary Desk ($3200)

Showcase Showdown #1: Louis wins with 95 cents

Pass the Buck: Debbie wins Chevy Cobalt (Card 4)

Squeeze Play: Maria wins (chose “6”); Trip to Big Sur, California ($4327)

Safe Crackers: Alfonso lost (Combination 750); Sauna and MP3 Player

Showcase Showdown #2: Alfonso wins with 85 cents

Showcase: Louis wins; Electric Scooter, Patio Group, and Toyota Prius ($40,847)

Lucky 7: Christopher lost; Jeep Wrangler ($22,814)

Pick A Number: Jason lost (chose “7”); Sailboat ($9292)

Eazy Az 1, 2, 3: Daniel lost; Power Tools, Hand Bags, and Dining Room Table

Showcase Showdown #1: Christopher wins with 80 cents

Hi Lo: Kelly wins; Motorcycle

Spelling Bee: Hope wins $3000; Chevy Impala

Flip Flop: Rachel lost by “flipping”; Trip to Cozumel, Mexico

Showcase Showdown #2: Rachel wins with 75 cents

Showcase: Christopher wins; Digital Video Camera, Hot Tub, and Trip to Chile ($22,084 in prizes)

Name: Money Game
Debut: December 25th, 1972

Money Game is a pricing game that is almost exclusively played for a car (as well as a default nominal cash prize). There are nine different 2-digit numbers shown on a large board. The contestant is provided with the 3rd (middle) number in the price of the vehicle. The contestant must then select the first two numbers and the last two numbers in the price from the nine cards. Each card covers either a dollar sign or the image of half of a car. If the contestant reveals either half of the silhouetted car, they begin to search for the other half. If a dollar sign is revealed, that many dollars are won to keep and the number is placed in one of four slots on the left. If they reveal all four dollar signs before finding the the correct price of the car, they win only the money they earned in the cash column, and do not get any more chances to search for the digits in the car.

Fun Fact: Ever curious as to how the hosts of The Price is Right are always human calculators when it comes to adding up the running cash total in Money Game? During this game, the displays in Contestants' Row are used to keep track of the total amount of money that has been accumulated.

Labels: games spotlight, money game

Switcheroo: Daniela wins Wireless Speaker ($75); Chevy Cobalt ($18,329)

Freeze Frame: Elizabeth wins; Desktop Computer and Desk ($8028)

Grocery Game: Elizabeth lost (Total $23.52);

Showcase Showdown #1: Elizabeth^ wins with 95 cents

Line ‘Em Up: Alexander wins; Jeep Compass ($24,365)

1 Right Price: Tammi wins; Arcade Game ($3395) and Luggage Set

Squeeze Play: Zachary lost (removed “7”); Hot Tub ($6713)

Showcase Showdown #2: Alexander wins with 70 cents

Showcase: Alexander wins; Gym Membership, Trip to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Pontiac Vibe ($54,072 in prizes)

Any Number: Randy wins GPS Receiver ($270); Pontiac Solstice

One Wrong Price: Melanie lost; Pinball Machine, Telescope (Wrong Price $2095), and Dining Room Table

Bonkers: Dane wins; Bed ($3791)

Showcase Showdown #1: Dane wins with 90 cents

Pick A Pair: Eric lost; Living Room Group

Dice Game: Jena wins; Ford Fusion ($22,145)

Double Prices: Anthony lost; Trip to Rome, Italy ($8163)

Showcase Showdown #2: Jena wins with 75 cents

Showcase: Jena wins; Laptop Computer, Hovercraft, and Motorcycle ($51,303 in prizes)

Grand Game: Mari wins $10,000 (Target Price $3.50)

Lucky 7: Dexter wins ($2 left); Dodge Caliber ($25,825)

Most Expensive: Laura wins; 46-inch TV (Most Expensive), Electric Guitar, and Coffee System

Showcase Showdown #1: Mari wins with 55 cents

Secret X: Melli lost (X on Top); Dining Room Group

Cover Up: Edward wins; Mercury Milan ($21,452)

Pick A Number: Donna wins (chose “5”); Scooter ($6599)

Showcase Showdown #2: Edward wins with 80 cents

Showcase: Mari wins; Bedroom Group, Riding Lawn Mower, and Hot Tub ($36,279 in prizes)

Plinko: Anthony wins $1600 with 3 Plinko chips

Flip Flop: Erica wins by “flip flopping”; Camper ($6495)

Let ‘Em Roll: Virginia wins; Ford Ranger

Showcase Showdown #1: Virginia wins with 95 cents

Switch?: Lana lost with a “switch”;

Money Game: Kelsey wins $249; Ford Focus ($17,742)

Make Your Move: Rosa lost; Flip Flop Shoes ($46), Wall Clock ($659), and Snowmobile ($9750)

Showcase Showdown #2: Kelsey wins with 80 cents

Showcase: Kelsey wins; Living Room Group, Maid Service, and Range ($23,049 in prizes)

According to a Ludia press release announcing an agreement with online game property WildTangent, The Price is Right 2 is listed as one of their upcoming casual game releases for 2009.

Let's hope it's true!

Labels: iphone, ludia, video game

A poster on Golden Road brought up this link which appears to be a pdf version of "Center Street," a collection of upcoming books to be released in the spring and summer of 2009.

On page 7, Bob Barker's new book, "Priceless Memories" is discussed, with this in a sidebar regarding promotion.

ADVERTISING
- Print advertising in People

PUBLICITY
- National television, radio, and print media campaign
- Confirmed guest appearance on The Price Is Right, and national morning shows
- Book signings in New York and Los Angeles

WEB MARKETING
- Audio podcast, e-card, e-newsletters, entertainment bloggers giveaways, social networks

Will Bob be dropping by Studio 33 for a guest appearance? No one seems to know for sure, but if we hear anything, we'll be sure to post it.

Labels: bob barker, book, guest, priceless memories

5 Price Tags: Bryan lost (one chance); Mercury Milan ($20,610)

Freeze Frame: Maria lost; Hot Tub ($7313)

Clock Game: Jodi wins by default; Stroller ($1700) and Motorcycle ($3399)

Showcase Showdown #1: Jodi wins by 95 cents

Most Expensive: Kristina lost; Dining Room Table, Men’s Wear (Most Expensive), and Barbecue Grill

Pass the Buck: Stephanie lost; Ford Mustang

Safe Crackers: Marlon wins (Combination 450); Bed and Disc Changer

Showcase Showdown #2: Stephanie wins with 80 cents

Showcase: Jodi wins; Football Jerseys, Trailer, and Ford Ranger ($40,608 in prizes)

Following up on yesterday's story, CGJ at Golden Road has confirmed that R. Brian DiPirro has been named the next director of The Price is Right.

DiPirro has directed other shows such as "Deal or No Deal," "1 vs. 100," and "GameShow Marathon."

Labels: director, r. brian dipirro

It’s In the Bag: Rebecca lost $2000

Money Game: Jonas wins; Honda Civic Hybrid ($26,796)

Pick A Pair: Nathan lost (chose “4”); Trip to Pebble Beach, California ($6615)

Showcase Showdown #1: Rebecca wins with 80 cents

1 Right Price: Janice lost; Wardrobe and Desktop Computer ($2708)

Check Game: Erwing lost (Check for $4000); Bed ($4051)

Cover Up: Barbara lost; Honda Accord ($21,752)

Showcase Showdown #2: Erwing wins with 85 cents

Showcase: Erwing wins; Barbecue Grill, Treadmill, and Boat ($27,513 in prizes)

Last evening, a poster well known for breaking inside information indicated that Price is Right director Bart Eskander had been fired. Marc Greene has since confirmed that he is no longer with the program.

Eskander has been with the program for many years, primarily as an associate director. Eight years ago, he became full director, following in the footsteps of Marc Breslow and Paul Alter; the latter whom was fired by Bob Barker in 2000.

There is still a lot of question as to who the replacement will be, and what it means for the future of the show, which has been through a tumultuous couple of years since the retirement of Barker; which has included significant changes to the show, both on-air, and off.

Labels: crew, director, firings

Pusover: Cassandra lost; Sailboat ($17,670)

Ten Chances: Steven wins Fan ($40) and Luggage ($760); Jeep Wrangler ($21,490)

Switch?: Bonnie wins without a “switch”; 32-inch TV and Designer Shoes

Showcase Showdown #1: Cassandra wins with 80 cents

Pick A Pair: Denise wins (Baby Wipes and Pack of Water Cost $3.99); Bedroom Group

Dice Game: Cody wins; Chevy Impala ($24,615)

Coming or Going: Luke wins by “Coming”; Outdoor Kitchen ($7995)

Showcase Showdown #2: William wins with 85 cents

Showcase: Cassandra wins; Nintendo Wii, 40-inch TV, Trip to Paris, France, and Chevy Equinox ($40,686 in prizes)

Lucky 7: Matthew lost; Chrysler

Punch A Bunch: Theresa wins $1000 with 4 punches

Double Prices: Erica wins; Off Road Vehicle ($7999)

Showcase Showdown #1: Erica wins with 95 cents

Bullseye: Stephen hits $11.96; Patio Group and Barbecue Grill

That’s Too Much: Suzanne wins; Ford Focus ($16,505)

2 for the Price of 1: Damien wins (chose last number); Appliances ($829) and 46-inch Plasma TV

Showcase Showdown #2: Stephen wins with 90 cents

Showcase: Erica wins; Billiards Table, Arcade Basketball Game, and Racing Simulator ($28,529 in prizes)

Name: Bonkers
Debut: October 1st, 2001

Bonkers is played for a 4-digit prize valued between $2,000 and $10,000. The contestant is shown an incorrect price; all of the listed numbers are wrong. The contestant is to determine whether each digit is higher or lower than the given number. To do this, the contestant is provided with 4 paddles and instructed by the host to place each paddle either above (indicating that the actual number is higher) or below (indicating the actual number is lower) the given digit. The contestant has 30 seconds to get the price right and is allowed to make as many changes as he/she can make within the 30 seconds of time in order to get the price correct. After each try, a buzzer sounds if the contestant is wrong; if the contestant gets the price correct, then he/she wins the prize.

Fun Fact: Bonkers' first playing was scheduled to air in mid-September. However, due to CBS's ongoing coverage of the attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, the show was pushed back until October 1st, 2001.

Fun Fact II: Bonkers made an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show for a promotional event during an interview with then-new-host Drew Carey.

Labels: bonkers, games spotlight

Range Game: Andrea wins; Trip to Ireland ($6570)

Gas Money: Christopher wins $7000; Ford Fusion ($21,775)

Hi Lo: Ricky wins; Living Room Group

Showcase Showdown #1: Christopher wins with 95 cents

Any Number: Lovie wins Luggage Set ($760); Ford Ranger ($19,382)

Race Game: Veda wins (31 seconds left); Video Camera, Clothing, Floor Clock, and Pair of Headphones

Squeeze Play: Michael lost (removed “5”); Shower Unit ($3590)

Showcase Showdown #2: Veda wins with $1.00 ($1000)

Showcase: Christopher wins; Gym Membership for a Year, Bedroom Group, and Trip to Buenos Aires, Argentina ($23,285 in prizes)

Half Off: Deborah lost (2 Halves and Box #7); Box #15 contained $10,000

Bonkers: Russell lost; Pair of Motorcycles ($6698)

Card Game: Jamie wins ($1000); Pontiac Vibe ($18,486)

Showcase Showdown #1: Jamie wins with 90 cents

Most Expensive: Mauricio lost; Punch Set, Wool Coat and Accessories (Most Expensive), and Four Guitars

Let ‘Em Roll: Kimberly wins $1000; Chrysler PT Cruiser

Double Prices: Kristoffer lost; Bed ($4803)

Showcase Showdown #2: Kristoffer wins with $1.00 ($1000)

Showcase: Kristoffer wins; Ring, 52-inch TV, Xbox 360, Playstation 3, and Travel Trailer ($33,110 in prizes)

Switch?: Dennis lost with a “switch”; Trip to Montreal, Canada and the Bahamas

Pick A Number: Quiana lost (chose “4”); Golf Cart ($8273)

Hole in One: Westin wins (Putts from Line 5); Mercury Milan

Showcase Showdown #1: Dennis wins with 95 cents

That’s Too Much: Martha wins; Chevy Cobalt ($17,605)

Shell Game: Michael wins (Ball Under Shell #2); 58-inch Plasma TV + $500

Flip Flop: Natalie wins by “flip flopping”; Catamaran ($9775)

Showcase Showdown #2: Natalie wins with 65 cents

Showcase: Dennis wins; Dining Room Group, Jewelry, and Pair of Motorscooters ($21,846 in prizes)

Golden Road: Laura lost; Skittles (92 cents), Digital Camera ($968), Drum Set ($2841), and Cadillac Escalade Hybrid

Pushover: Jennifer lost; Trip to Bangkok, Thailand ($9055)

Pick A Pair: Patrick wins (Hot Pockets and Life Savers Cost $2.49); Dining Room Group

Showcase Showdown #1: Patrick wins with 95 cents

Lucky 7: John lost; Pontiac G6 ($21,235)

Plinko: Patricia wins $1000 with 4 Plinko chips

One Wrong Price: Jessica wins; Wine Cabinet, Lawn Mower (Wrong Price $1500), and Barbecue Grill

Showcase Showdown #2: Jessica wins with $1.00 ($1000)

Showcase: Patrick wins; Karaoke System, Billiards Table, Trip to Peru ($25,078 in prizes)

Name: Coming or Going
Debut: October 2nd, 2003

Coming or Going is played for a four digit prize-- typically ranging in value from between $3,000 and $10,000. The contestant is presented with a string of four digits on a tilting platform which pivots around a central axis, like a see-saw. If the person tilts the platform to the left (also known as 'coming'), the digits string to the left, forming one price, or if the contestant tilts it to the right ('going'), the digits arrange themselves in the reverse order, forming another price (for example, $5,219 vs. $9,125). One of the two prices is the correct price of the prize. The contestant is asked whether he is "coming" or "going" and tilts the platform accordingly. If they are correct, bells and lights go off; if they are incorrect, a buzzer sounds.

Fun Fact: As of the time of this writing, Coming or Going is the only one on the show that does not contain a price reveal, either by game set, model, announcer, or host. The contestant simply knows he or she has won by the winning bells and flashing lights on the main prop, or lost by the buzzer and losing horns.

Labels: coming or going, games spotlight

An option that has been long overdue for this blog, we have recently implemented a beta RSS feed that we are now proud to report is fully functional!

For more information on what a feed is, please click here.

To access the feed, please click the link to the right that says "TPiR Blog RSS Feed" or click here and then use your favorite feed software or browser to read about all the updates regarding the show.

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Money Game: Caren wins $299; Chevy Impala ($24,810)

Cliffhangers: Susan wins (17 steps); Kitchen Group

Clearance Sale: Jennifer lost; Luggage Set, Laptop Computer, and Sofa

Showcase Showdown #1: Jennifer wins with 90 cents

Now or Then: Tamera wins (“Then” February 1995); Trip to Maui, Hawaii

One Away: Michael lost; Jeep Wrangler ($23,674)

Side By Side: Elizabeth wins (Left Side); All Terrain Vehicle ($7599)

Showcase Showdown #2: Michael wins with $1.00 ($1000)

Showcase: Jennifer wins; Bracelet, Trip to Acapulco, Mexico, and Ford Escape Hybrid ($36,658 in prizes)

Grand Game: Jody wins $10,000 (Target Price $3.00)

Pathfinder: Brandon wins; Ford Focus ($16,872)

Squeeze Play: Joan wins (removed “1”); Trailer ($8685)

Showcase Showdown #1: Joan wins with $1.00 ($1000)

1 Right Price: Maggie lost; Trip to Napa Valley, California and Sedona, Arizona ($3828)

Balance Game: Steven lost ($350 + $2000 + $4000); Spa ($5350)

Dice Game: Claudia wins (rolled “5” and “1”); Ford Mustang ($24,514)

Showcase Showdown #2: Steven wins with 95 cents

Showcase: Joan wins; Gold Watches, Trip to Puerto Rico, and Jet Ski ($35,307 in prizes)

Barker’s Bargain Bar: David wins; Floor Clock (Bargain of $2000) and Grill

Half Off: Nicole lost (2 Halves and Box #11); Box #6 Contained $10,000

More or Less: Beau lost; Riding Lawn Mower (Less than $1700), 55-inch TV, Massage Chair, and Dodge Charger

Showcase Showdown #1: Nicole wins with 75 cents

Check Out: Brittani wins ($1.83 difference); Dining Room Group

Pick A Pair: Isabella wins (chose “6”); Mexican Cruise ($2640)

Range Game: Sean lost; Dodge Caliber ($17,160)

Showcase Showdown #2: Isabella wins with $1.00 ($1000)

Showcase: Nicole wins; Living Room Group, Coolers, and Party Boat ($34,677 in prizes)

Cover Up: Christopher wins; Jeep Wrangler ($22,814)

Cliffhangers: Karin wins (18 steps); Trip to New Orleans, Louisiana

Clock Game: Mylissa wins Sofa ($1679); Sailboat ($1995)

Showcase Showdown #1: Mylissa wins with 70 cents

1 Right Price: David wins; Motorcycle and Electric Fireplace ($1999)

Money Game: Paula wins $125; Pontiac Vibe ($18,486)

Bullseye: Sharon hits $10.47; Dining Room Group

Showcase Showdown #2: Sharon wins with 50 cents

Showcase: Mylissa wins; Trip to Paris, France, Engagement Ring, and Ford Mustang Convertible ($46,037 in prizes)