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'Lingo' Returns to GSN with Host Bill Engvall

Lingo returns to GSN with its newest incarnation, hosted by Bill Engvall. In a nutshell, the show needs work.

'Red Carpet Run' Has a Great Play-Along Element

'Red Carpet Run' is a weekly online game show in which contestants compete to answer entertainment trivia.

'Celebrity Liar'

Celebrity Liar features well-known celebrities having a lot of fun telling stories. The audience gets to decide which one is telling the truth.

'Carnie Wilson: Unstapled' Built for a Different Audience

Carnie Wilson is the focus of this documentary-style reality TV show from GSN. Can she drum up enough intrigue for viewers to continue tuning in?

'Here's the Deal - Don't Touch Me' by Howie Mandel

Deal or No Deal host Howie Mandel's new book Here's the Deal Don't Touch Me combines Howie Mandel humor with a serious look at OCD and ADHD.

'Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?' Moves to Daytime with a New Format

Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader moves to a half hour format, tightening up the game and putting a new spin on strategy. How does the new game compare to the old one?

'Crash Course' - More Potential Than Substance

Crash Course, the obstacle course game show that is completed by car, has a lot of potential. Does it live up to how funny it could be?

GSN Big Saturday Night - Great New Games, The Rest Needs Work

GSN's Big Saturday Night combines two new game shows with skits, live games for the audience, and special guests. The new game shows are terrific, but what about the rest?

'The Money List' Could be GSN's Best New Game Show in Years

Fred Roggin hosts The Money List, a GSN original game show based on the U.K. version called Who Dares Wins.

'The Price is Right' Million Dollar Spectacular

A review of the latest Price is Right Million Dollar Spectacular, a six-episode prime time series. Find out how Drew Carey has settled in to his role as the host of The Price is Right.

The Newlywed Game on GSN

What to expect from GSN's updated version of The Newlywed Game. Move over Bob Eubanks, Carnie Wilson is in town and ready to take on the newlyweds!

'Wheel of Fortune' from the PlayStation Network

A review of the downloadable Wheel of Fortune game, available through the PlayStation Store for the PS3.

'Million Dollar Password' Handheld Game

A review of the Million Dollar Password handheld game from iToys. Based on the Million Dollar Password game show, with over 1000 passwords and easy-to-use interface.

'Bingo America' DVD Game

The Bingo America DVD game allows you to play GSN's interactive game show at home with any number of players, but it's not the most exciting home game you'll ever play.

'The Best of Password' DVD

The Best of Password DVD set brings four discs full of Password episodes to a new audience. Hosted by Allen Ludden and featuring a wealth of celebrities, The Best of Password is a must-buy for game show fans.

'Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?' Board Game

A review of the Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader board game, including ways to make the game more enjoyable for group or family play.

'Game Show Moments Gone Bananas' DVD Review

A review of the Game Show Moments Gone Bananas DVD, hosted by Ben Stein. A great collection of game show clips from the past.

GSN's 'Think Like a Cat Game Show' Should be Put Down

The Meow Mix Think Like a Cat Game Show pits teams of cats and their owners against one another for the chance to win a million dollars. Should you bother tuning in?

'The Price is Right' for the Nintendo Wii Review

The Price is Right comes to the Nintendo Wii in a game that's perfect for Price is Right fans, but lacks action for the average casual gamer.

'Wipeout!' Fills a Hole in Game Show Programming

A review of the game show Wipeout, which pits contestants against each other in an insane obstacle course. Wipeout capitalizes on the humor in spills, falls, and crashes.

Syndicated 'Deal or No Deal' - Smaller, Faster, Stronger

Deal or No Deal in prime time is all about the drama and hype. The new syndicated formula becomes more like a game show and less like a circus. Find out why the half-hour Deal or No Deal is worth watching.

'Hole in the Wall' America's Version of a Japanese Classic

Hole in the Wall, the American version of the game show based on the Japanese human tetris, is a stylized take on the game. Should you tune in?

'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' is Fresh and New

I Survived a Japanese Game Show is a fresh concept in both reality TV and game show programming. The games are silly and fun, while the personalities really shine.

'Celebrity Family Feud' is Solid Entertainment

Celebrity Family Feud is the newest incarnation of the old classic game show. It's familiar and comfortable, and host Al Roker does a great job keeping things moving.

'Amnesia'

A review of Amnesia, the game show hosted by Dennis Miller, that asks contestants to recall details of their own lives to win money. Find out why you should check out this light-hearted prime time game show.

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