Objective of the Game
Wheel of Fortune is a guessing game where players solve puzzles in the form of Hangman-style words to win money. The goal is to collect the most money by the end of the game.
Setup
- Choose one player to be the host, who will control the wheel and manage the puzzle board or software.
- Players should sit in their respective positions or maintain their order.
- The host sets up the first puzzle or word to be guessed.
Gameplay
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At the start of each turn, the current player spins the wheel. The wheel is divided into segments that display different amounts of money or special actions.
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Landing on a monetary value, the player may guess a consonant that hasn't already been revealed or guessed.
- Correct Guess: The host reveals all occurrences of that letter in the puzzle, and the player earns the displayed dollar amount multiplied by the number of occurrences. The player has the option to spin again or attempt to solve the puzzle.
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Incorrect Guess: The player's turn ends immediately, and the next player takes their turn.
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Special Segments may have various effects:
- Bankrupt: The player loses all money collected so far.
- Lose a Turn: The player skips their next turn.
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Jackpot or similar: Allows the player to potentially win a bonus prize depending on the variant.
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To solve the puzzle, the player can attempt to solve it outright. A correct solution wins them any accumulated amount and possible bonuses. An incorrect solution ends their turn immediately.
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The game continues until the current puzzle is completely solved. The player with the most money at the end of the game is the winner.
Strategic Considerations
- Risk Management: Players need to weigh whether to continue spinning to potentially collect more money or to solve the puzzle.
- Prioritize Common Letters: Guessing frequently occurring letters like "E", "N", or "S" can help to quickly solve the puzzle.
Special Features
- The game may involve various versions, including themed puzzles or categories.
