Blankety Blank also has bonus rounds similar to the TV show. Sale of the Century features the authentic music from the 70's quiz and does really well in reflecting the slightly cheesy aspects of the game. Getting rights to other TV characters or shows seems to be proving more difficult for slot machine designers.
Two example of UK game shows that are now video slots are Blankety Blank and Sale of the Century. A TV theme is bound to attract the more casual player who is new to slots, but who seems the name of their favourite drama, quiz or sitcom and has their eyes light up.
The world of TV is bound to appeal to fans and designers of video slot machines, or slot machine games in general. If you head to any Vegas casino, you'll also see row upon row of Wheel of Fortune based slots that prove consistently busy. Quiz shows naturally work well with online slots and especially the bonus game that are a big part of the video slot experience. There are perhaps narrow minded concerns about having "family". |