1. They will use a replica set from the ‘70s.

I guess it’s suppose to be pretty close to the original even right down to Gene’s microphone.

2. There are three rounds.

The regular match game round which we all come to love. A speed round which I’m guessing is a throwback to the Scahffer version and the bonus round.

3. I worry about the questions a little bit…….OK alot

Considering the source (who by the way is a really annoying woman. She also said that there were seven or eight celebrities which is not true.) She said that one question was Tom Cruise is a ______. The most popular answer was weirdo. she also said that one of the questions (I think it’s from the super match) was Hiliary is a _______. One of the celebrities was trying to get her to say bitch and she wouldn’t and ended up losing. She specifically said that there are a lot of celebrity questions, if they are like that this show will get stale quick. “Hiliary is a _______” shows no creativity in the writing department.

4. She also said in not so many words that the host is dull.

Once again considering the source who knows if that is true or not.

Some of the things i have seen so far from the primetime show should be brought into the daytime show, but for god sakes will somebody re-record the theme and make it more modern and not retro.

Anyways, i like this group. Some interesting names. I hope somebody will get the pilot online as soon as its available. id like to see what Match Game 08 looks like.

I share Shon’s concern about the questions. MG ‘98 was structured in such a way that skill was far less a factor than whoever got lucky and got the blatantly sexually-innuendoed question, since it all but guaranteed a perfect round. Sucking the intrigue out of the proceedings is the fastest way to make sure no game show fan stays tuned.

As for the host I hope they get someone who has fun with the game which IMO is very important. Schaffer was OK but Burger looked bored and he was completly forgetable. What made Gene great was he never took the show or himself all that seriously as a matter of fact there was moments when he was having more fun than the celebrities and contestants combined.

As for the celebs I think this could have potiential although I don’t think the producers should stress when trying to find the next “Brett & Charles” pair. That should happen on it’s own after time.

All and all I’m keeping my fingers crossed and I hope this turns out well. The only way they can really screw this up is if they add a money ladder and if they use a stereotypical dark set.

What I find a little scary is Robert Smigel as the producer. Was there nobody else they could find? While his cartoons are mildly funny, his TV Funhouse was not really funny. So, getting a full half hour out of him will be interesting.

BTW, it was announced that Andy Daly, formerly of Mad TV, will host. I had never heard of him, so I have no idea how he will be.

For those who have stated that Match Game never has been much of a game, I heartily disagree. Contestants will appear and win money, basd on how well they connect with the celebrities and understand the “comedy” aspect of the game. It still requires some judgment and skill set on the part of the contestants. There is no reason a game show cannot be fun and entertaining and a game at the same time.

The real question is, who will be the host, and will he or she have the essential ability to play off the celebs and keep the game moving? Ideas, anyone? We know it won’t be Tom Bergeron, but could it be Bill Dwyer (Fremantle, are you listening?) He was great in the reincarnation of IGAS, even though the game itself was an embarrassment. he is a stand-up but has hosting chops.

Keep in mind, I hate being very blunt, but that attitude is pretty commonplace in the GSFan community now. :-(