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buzz01Undeniably, the PS2 is still home to the party game.  The Buzz series of quiz games being a highlight of the genre, now the Mega Quiz arrives to give the big red buzzer controllers more punishment.
With the Buzz franchise not only boasting the voice of  Neighbours Scott (Jason Donavon)  but also Big, Music and Sports quiz options, the series has been a popular game to break out at any party.  Everybody can get into the action from round 1.

Sony have today announced a yet to be confirmed release date for Buzz The Mega Quiz, hitting shelves April 26th 2007.

Key features of this Buzz release are;
Over 500 images, including 100 celebrity photo and 50 pop videos a database of 5000 questions.
- 20 sporting clips, 10 blockbuster movie clips as well as nature clips and TV footage
- Fully-implemented 5-8 player mode – plug in two sets of Buzz! Buzzers to compete in a full quiz for up to 8 players
- Brand new round types, including:
* Point Picker – Choose the subject that suits you best (or suits your opponents least!)
* Winner Stays On – Higher or lower? Older or younger? Keep guessing right and watch the points stack up
* Final Countdown – It can all change in the exciting new final round!
- Three different difficulty levels and adjustable game lengths
- Hall of fame for contestants to track their stats
- 16 contestants to choose from, including brand new characters
- Five game modes (Multiplayer, Single, Team, Quickfire, Quiz Master)
 
Buzz has also worked with the producers to develop his “Mystery Games” – special rounds where he takes to centre stage and challenges the contestants to take him on.

Price:AU$99.95 RRP (includes game show style buzzers)

      AU$59.95 RRP (software only)

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