Our local edition of long-running American game show Wheel of Fortune premieres on S3 this Monday 8 April at 19h30 and the search is on for people who'd like to be contestants.
Episodes air Mondays to Fridays and three contestants play each night.
If you're keen on being one of them, this is what you need to know:
The format
(With a trial game underneath)
The set
It's a word riddle show, mixed with Roulette, and the wheel on the right determines what you win and lose.
Each episode features three contestants who start with a "Toss-up" round in which they try to unravel a word phrase by themselves to earn money and determine who will spin the wheel first.
There are different wedges on the big wheel - anything between R100 and R800, as well as some dreaded ones like "Lose a Turn" or "Bankrupt", which might ruin the game for some.
In addition to the cash amounts, the wheel includes giveaways, which the contestant will pocket if they figure out the word phrase.
In solving the puzzle, the amount of money indicated on the wheel multiplies with the number of letters contestants choose to put on the game's puzzle board, but only if the letters are actually part of the phrase.
The more correct letters you add, the more you win.
Ultimately, the contestant who calls out the correct phrase bags the money they've accumulated in their own wallet.
Thereafter, the contestant with the biggest winnings moves on to play the bonus round, where more prizes await.
Let's play!
Give it a try now by playing the game online, starting with the Toss Up Challenge. Here's a link:
Toss Up Challenge
You'll see a "How to play" button in the top right.
You'll also see a category hint underneath the board with the letters which gives a clue about the hidden phrase.
If you solve three puzzles correctly and within the time, you'll complete a round.
If you complete three rounds correctly, you'll get to the bonus round.
Who can apply for the show?
South African citizens, 18 years and older.
How to apply
You need to:
- Fill in the application form,
- Answer the questions on it,
- Submit a photo,
- Upload a 30-second video, describing yourself and why you'd like to be on the show.
You'll find the entry form here:
Wheel of Fortune South Africa Application Form
And a link to the show's website:
Wheel of Fortune
We hope to see you on TV!