MILLIONAIRE TO BE BUZZ! COMPATIBLE
Copyright 2006 Eidos plc Press Release

[ November 13th 2006 ]

Eidos Interactive, one of the world’s leading publishers and developers of entertainment software and part of SCi Entertainment Group Plc (SEG), can confirm that the totally new iteration of Celador’s globally successful quiz show, Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? Party Edition will be BUZZ!™ compatible when it releases on November 24th on PlayStation 2.

Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? is Celador’s multi award-winning quiz show. Now in its 20th season in the UK, the show is among ITV1’s most enduringly popular shows, and the format has won over sixty awards globally and been licensed to 105 countries.

"Anyone who has ever fancied their chances on the television programme will relish the chance to play Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? Party Edition on Buzz!™ Buzzers. The interaction and competitive elements of the game are fully realised when four of you are battling it out round the television this Christmas," said Matt Russell, Brand Manager Eidos. "Having your own individual buzzer adds a new element to the gameplay experience."

Hosted by Chris Tarrant, the game has over 4,000 exclusive new questions, 16 playable characters and supports EyeToy® on PlayStation 2. With the introduction of new gameplay functionality in Double Dare and Steal questions and 5 multi-player modes – Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? Party Edition will be the ultimate interactive family experience for Christmas.

Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? Party Edition will be available on November 24th on PlayStation 2, PC and PSP.