GETTING STARTED
Important! Do not insert or remove peripherals or Memory Cards once power is turned on. You will need a Memory Card to save your games.
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Set up your PlayStation game console according to the instructions in its Instruction Manual. •
Make sure the power is OFF before inserting or removing a compact disc.
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Insert the Jeopardy! 2nd Edition disc and close the disc cover.
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Insert the game controllers (and Memory Card if you have one).
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Turn ON the PlayStation game console. The introductory sequence will begin. To skip this sequence and go directly to the Main menu, press the START button. Note: You will not be able to save your progress or game information if you don't use a Memory Card. Make sure there is at least one free block on your Memory Card before beginning your game. You are not able to swap Memory Cards during play and you must leave the card in Memory Card slot 1-A of your multitap if you are using one.
CONTROLLING JEOPARDY!®
Up to three human players can play Jeopardy! 2nd Edition. Each human player must use a separate controller.
If there are more than two human players, a multi-tap must be used. Player 1's input is received through controller number 1; Player 2's input and Player 3's input through the multi-tap.
Valid control visuals will generally appear on screen at all times. The following is a general guideline of how controls and buttons are mapped for the PlayStation version of Jeopardy! 2nd Edition. DUALSHOCK™ analog controller
Note: You may have a controller that looks like this. If so, please follow the digital instructions outlined below.
Directional Buttons
Use the directional buttons to scroll up and down through the menu items; to scroll left and right through the settings for a particular option, and to scroll around the letter grid. Also use these buttons to select a clue on the Jeopardy! gameboard.
Normal Game
In a Normal game, you compete against other human players and/or against computer players to win as much money as you can. If you are thinking about becoming a contestant on the TV show, practice your wagering skills here!
After each player has signed in, the game will begin!
Solo Game
Select this menu item to start a Solo game. The sign-in steps are the same as those described for the Normal game, except this time they only apply to YOU!
In a Solo game, your ultimate challenge is to beat your own high score. If you are thinking about becoming a contestant on the TV show, you will be able to test your knowledge against every category and clue in the game. Your statistics will tell you what areas you need to study.
Tournament of Champions
Select this menu item to start a Tournament of Champions game. The setup is basically the same as that described for a Normal game (with the exception that you can never enter a new player).
In a Tournament of Champions game, you play against other game winners! To qualify to play, you must have won at least 5 games, or accumulated more than $75,000 in winnings. The categories and clues are definitely tougher here!
Contestant Exam
Select this menu item if you wish to test your knowledge with a sample contestant exam.
Behind the Scenes
Select this menu item to view some interesting interviews with the production staff from the actual TV show. Learn more about what makes the show tick, and tips on playing the game.
Once you win one game, you will unlock additional interviews with your host, Alex Trebek!
Load Game
Select this menu item to continue playing the last saved game. Note: You can only save one game at a time, either a Normal, Solo or Tournament game.
Career Statistics
Every time you play a game, your score and winnings are stored, along with certain statistics. These statistics are stored by player name, so you will have different "career" statistics if you play using different names.
If you are seriously considering becoming a contestant on the TV show, you should review these statistics often.
OPTIONS
Select this menu item to adjust the different gameplay options. Important! Certain options can only be adjusted before you begin a new game. Some of the options, however, can also be changed during gameplay from the Pause Menu.
Use the up or down directional button to select an option. Use the left or right directional button to change the selected option's setting.
Note: Where applicable, these options will also be applied when taking the sample contestant exams.
Gameplay Options
Buzz-In Time
This is the time allowed to buzz in to respond to an answer, once the answer has been read in its entirety. The default buzz-in time is set to 6 seconds. Use the left or right directional button to select 2, 4, 6 or 8 seconds.
Response Time
This is the time allowed to type in a response to an answer after you have buzzed in. The default response time is set to 60 seconds. Use the left or right directional button to select 30, 60 or 90 seconds.
Spelling Accuracy
This setting determines how closely you must