Getting Started
Important Information
Do not insert or remove peripherals or memory cards once power is turned on. A memory card is required to save high scores.
PlayStation Setup
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Set up your PlayStation® game console according to its Instruction Manual. •
Make sure the power is OFF before inserting or removing a compact disc.
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Insert the Wheel of Fortune 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. Memory Card Usage
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 Multi-tap if you are using one.
Controlling Wheel of Fortune
Up to three human players can play Wheel of Fortune together. They must all use Controller number 1 and pass the controller to each other to take a turn. Controller number 2 is disabled.
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 Wheel of Fortune. Directional Buttons
Use the directional buttons to move around on the puzzle board, toggle through button choices, or to navigate through menu choices. Controller Layout
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Directional Buttons (D-pad)
Button Functions
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Button: Use this button to select menu items.
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▲ Button: Use this button to spin the wheel, press DONE when solving a puzzle, and to move backwards in menus. •
• Button: Use this button to solve the puzzle, move the cursor to the right on the puzzle board when solving the puzzle, and to say YES to a Free Spin. •
■ Button: Use this button to buy a vowel, move the cursor to the left on the puzzle board when solving the puzzle, and to say NO to a Free Spin. •
L1: Hold this button to focus the camera on the letter board and the puzzle board. Release the button to return to the normal view. Controller Compatibility
Compatible only in Digital and Vibration mode.
You may have a controller that looks like this. If so, please follow the digital instructions outlined above.
Console Features
Welcome to Wheel of Fortune®!
America's favorite television game show now comes to your PlayStation® with dynamic, high resolution graphics, exciting sets, fantasy prizes and a variety of gameplay modes. Featuring Vanna White as your host, Wheel of Fortune for the PlayStation® features over 2,000 puzzles created by the writers of the hit TV show. Now you can compete with friends at home for fantasy cash and fantasy prizes! Grab hold and give the Wheel a big spin! Don't forget to clap and yell out "big money!" Call a letter, buy some vowels and solve the puzzle! But don't get too greedy or you may land on "Bankrupt!" How to Win
Players win individual rounds by solving puzzles for money and prizes. At the end of the game, the total value of cash and prizes for all rounds is calculated for each player. The player with the greatest dollar value at the end of the game is the winner and gets a chance to play the Bonus Round.
The Main Menu
This is where you start games, set gameplay options, and view the high scores. To navigate through the screens, simply use the up and down directional buttons. To make a selection, press the button. To "back up" at any time, press the ▲ button.
Main Menu Options
Normal Game
In normal play, you compete against players (both human and/or computer) to win as much money and valuable fantasy prizes as you can. Select this item to start a "normal" game with up to 3 human or computer players.
Using the left and right directional buttons and the button, select from "1, 2 or 3" for the number of human players. Computer players will be automatically added accordingly, to total a three-player game. Next, using the left and right directional buttons, select the game length you would like to play. Standard game length is 15 minutes. You can also choose to play a 10 minute or 20 minute game, or a game consisting of 3, 4 or 5 rounds. When the desired game length is selected, press the button. You will then be prompted to enter player names.
Entering Player Names
To enter a new player name, use the directional buttons to browse the available letters; then use the button to select the letter. Press the button to insert a space. If you make a mistake, use the button. When finished, highlight DONE and press the button. If you