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Jeopardy! © 1992 GameTek
The original Jeopardy! title for the console serves as a faithful digital adaptation of the popular television quiz show. Developed by Imagineering Inc., the game recreates the iconic studio experience, featuring the classic three-round format—the Jeopardy! round, Double Jeopardy!, and Final Jeopardy—complete with the show's signature theme and buzzer mechanics.
GAME ID: SNS-JY-USA
BARCODE: 043948510507
Released in December 1992 in the USA.
Pioneering Format:
As the first Jeopardy! title on the SNES, it established the template for subsequent editions. It was a flagship title for GameTek’s partnership with Merv Griffin Enterprises, designed to bring the "smart" game show experience to the 16-bit market, emphasizing speed and recall over traditional reflexes.
Contestant Customization:
The game allows players to select from several character avatars to compete against computer-controlled opponents, each with varying levels of difficulty. This was a notable feature at the time, offering a sense of progression through different "tournaments."
The Alex Trebek Era:
This title features stylized representations of Alex Trebek, anchoring the experience in the familiar aesthetics of the show. It was part of a broader strategy by GameTek to dominate the home trivia genre by leveraging the high recognition of the Jeopardy! brand.