Twisted: The Game Show
A 1993 party game with a twisted board and quirky contestants.
Twisted: The Game Show is a party video game released in 1993 for the 3DO platform. Developed by Studio 3DO and published by Electronic Arts, it simulates an interactive board game in which up to four players compete to reach the top of a twisted helix board.
Quick Facts
- Developer
- Studio 3DO
- Publisher
- Electronic Arts (NA); Electronic Arts Victor (JP)
- Director
- Jim Eisenstein
- Producer
- Stewart J. Bonn; Trip Hawkins
- Programmer
- Chris McFall
- Frank Sandoval
- Larry Reed
- Artist
- Annabella Serra
- David Nakabayashi
- Ease Owyeung
- Writer
- Marti McKenna
- Composer
- Ed Bogas
- Gary Clayton
- Joe Buzcek
Facts from the source article.
Contestants
The game features six playable characters, each representing a different television or commercial personality and each with a unique catch phrase. Wormington is a used car salesman accompanied by his dog Otis. Madame Elaine is a late-night fortune teller. Johnny Pow is an Asian-American character with a 1950s greaser obsession. Humble Howard is a televangelist. Major Steel is a military-style fitness enthusiast. Uncle Fez is an animated Pez dispenser.
Reception
Electronic Gaming Monthly rated the game 8.2 out of 10, praising its humor and skill levels. GamePro noted the graphics were sharp and the sound effects were clear and varied, though they felt the game lacked replay value.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who published Twisted: The Game Show?
Twisted: The Game Show was published by Electronic Arts (NA) and Electronic Arts Victor (JP).
What platforms is Twisted: The Game Show available on?
Twisted: The Game Show was released for 3DO Interactive Multiplayer.
Who directed Twisted: The Game Show?
Twisted: The Game Show was directed by Jim Eisenstein.
Who composed the music for Twisted: The Game Show?
The music for Twisted: The Game Show was composed by Ed Bogas, Gary Clayton and Joe Buzcek.
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