SAN FRANCISCO and CULVER CITY, CA — October 30, 2018 — Today, Ubisoft and Sony Pictures Television Networks announced that video games based on two of America’s favorite game shows, Jeopardy!® and Wheel of Fortune®, are available now in North and South America for digital download individually, and at retail as a compilation, on the Nintendo Switch™ system. Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune video games are available for a MSRP of $39.99 for the bundle and $19.99 for each digital game.
Jeopardy! allows players to compete with two other friends online or offline, showing off their knowledge and reflexes solving thousands of unique puzzles:
- Unique modes: Track your progress and performance in leaderboards by competing in Classic mode. Quick mode offers fewer categories and clues for players looking for a quick match. Family mode includes separate categories to be more inclusive and fun for kids and parents alike.
- Unlock new categories: Answer clues correctly and unlock Super categories.
- Media clues: More than 2,000 puzzles with visual and audio clues, including quotes and songs.
- Customize the game: Players can decide which categories they want during matches. They can also earn a mastery rank once they’ve conquered each Super category.
Wheel of Fortune offers more than 4,000 unique puzzles for hours of fun and unique twists on the classic game:
- Unique modes: Enjoy the authentic TV show experience with all the beats you know and love in Classic mode. Choose the Quick mode to solve just a few puzzles or the Family mode to be more inclusive and fun with family friendly puzzles and modified timers.
- Online multiplayer: Track your progress leaderboards and compare your score and achievements with friends.
- Level up and unlock customization items: Gain levels as you play and unlock new customization items to decorate your contestants and studio set with over 250 unique items.
- Prizes & Gifts: Collect luxurious in-game prizes such as trips and top-value gifts.
For more information on Jeopardy!, please visit ubisoft.com/en-us/game/
For more information on Wheel of Fortune, please visit ubisoft.com/en-us/game/wheel-
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ABOUT SONY PICTURES TELEVISION NETWORKS
Sony Pictures Television Networks operates branded entertainment channels reaching nearly two billion subscribers around the world. Based in Culver City, Amsterdam, Budapest, London, Madrid, Miami, Milan, Moscow, Mumbai, Munich, Singapore and Tokyo, Sony’s linear and digital networks offer high quality film and television content from Sony Pictures and third-parties, as well as original content commissioned globally and locally. Sony Pictures Television Networks is a division of Sony Pictures Television Inc., a Sony Pictures Entertainment company.
ABOUT JEOPARDY!
America’s Favorite Quiz Show®, and its host, Alex Trebek, are in their 34th season in syndication. With 23 million viewers each week, JEOPARDY! is the top-rated quiz show on television, and has won several awards and distinctions over the course of its 30+ years on the air, including the 2017 Emmy for Outstanding Game Show. The show holds a Guinness World Records® record for the most Emmy® Awards won by a TV game show (34 Emmys); it is also the recipient of a 2011 Peabody Award. JEOPARDY! is produced by Sony Pictures Television, a Sony Pictures Entertainment Company; it is distributed domestically by CBS Television Distribution and internationally by CBS Television International, both units of CBS Corp. For more information, please visit Jeopardy.com.
ABOUT WHEEL OF FORTUNE
Reaching more than 25 million weekly viewers, Wheel of Fortune reaches more viewers than any other program on television. Trademarked as America’s Game™, it has earned seven Emmy Awards including a Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Game/Audience Participation Show. Wheel of Fortune is produced by Sony Pictures Television, a Sony Pictures Entertainment Company. It is distributed domestically by CBS Television Distribution and internationally by CBS Studios International, both units of CBS Corp.
ABOUT UBISOFT
Ubisoft is a leading creator, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and services, with a rich portfolio of world-renowned brands, including Assassin’s Creed, Just Dance, Tom Clancy’s video game series, Rayman, Far Cry and Watch Dogs. The teams throughout Ubisoft’s worldwide network of studios and business offices are committed to delivering original and memorable gaming experiences across all popular platforms, including consoles, mobile phones, tablets and PCs. For the 2017–18 fiscal year Ubisoft generated sales of €1,732 million. To learn more, please visit www.ubisoft.com.
Jeopardy! is a registered trademark of Jeopardy Productions, Inc. © 2018 Jeopardy Productions, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Wheel of Fortune is a registered trademark of Califon Productions, Inc. © 2018 Califon Productions, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Game software © 2018 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. Ubisoft and the Ubisoft logo are registered or unregistered trademarks of Ubisoft Entertainment in the US and/or other countries. Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo.
