Chegwin and Hansen
Keith and Alan discuss their new games.
Celebrity-endorsed videogames are hit and miss. For every Tiger Woods PGA Tour there's a Carol Vorderman's Mind Aerobics; for every Mary-Kate and Ashley: Crush Course, a Brian Lara Cricket. And who could forget Lucinda Green's Equestrian Challenge or Steven Gerrard's Total Soccer 2002?
Everyone, obviously, but there's a lucrative market for this sort of thing. Especially in the run-up to Christmas, which would explain why Oxygen has just released two new celebrity quiz games for PC and PS2, with Wii versions to follow on 30th November.
First up is Cheggers' Party Quiz, which stars legendary Saturday Superstore and Naked Jungle presenter Keith Chegwin. Then there's Alan Hansen's Sports Challenge, which stars Alan Hansen.
Both celebs were kind enough to answer some questions from Eurogamer about their quizzes and gaming in general. Read on to find out what Alan Hansen likes most about his new game, and why Keith Chegwin believes Sony must further re-examine its pricing policy in order to secure its foothold in an increasingly competitive hardware market.
I've been asked loads of times over the years to do a board game, DVD and quiz book for a programme I did along time ago called Cheggers Plays Pop. I'm a great fan of technology and love pushing back the boundaries. To be animated is probably one of the greatest offers I've had in 40 years of being in the biz - that's why I accepted their offer!
I've never been financially motivated, but yes, money-wise, I get a share of sales.
There are loads, but I love the interaction between the players and me as the character - he makes me laugh! Plus there are so many questions. It's a real family game. Plus after a night down the pub, get the lads and lasses round for a laugh!
Oops, sorry - I haven't played Buzz! so I can't comment. Also, I'm not a competitive person, so good luck to Buzz!
I think he's slightly podgier than me, but my son thinks it's a very accurate portrayal! However, I think it still shows off my good looks and model-like physique.
I'm not a sports fan and I haven't played his game as yet. But I think mine will be more fun as I've not seen him crack many gags on TV!
I love Lara Croft, Crash Bandicoot, Shrek, Pirates of the Caribbean and more.
Sony's big problem is the price. We're all waiting for it to drop even further. They can make it more affordable - until then they will struggle to rack up those much-needed sales.
Ooohh! Time moves on - funny how we all think that programmes we saw during our childhood were better than what is on TV now. I love Fearne and quite like her flashing!
No - but it wasn't through lack of trying.
Err... Tough one, as I also took my clothes off in Macbeth. In one scene I got into bed naked with Martin Shaw, who played my Dad. It would have to be the movie. I do regret dropping my pants on Channel 5 and my mother hasn't forgiven me for it.
Yes, I do. But I only had a small part in the show!
No - but I am in talks about Cheggers' Alien Invasion!
I do hope so. It's a cracking game and I'm ever so proud of it. It's the best thing I've ever done. Wey-Hey!!
Good old Cheggers. And here's our Q&A with Alan Hansen, who doesn't seem quite as excited about his new videogame, and wouldn't answer all of our questions, none of which were allowed to be about his football career. But anyway.
I liked the concept.
The questions.
Of course.
It doesn't bother me.
I am not normally a games person, but of course this one is different.
It should be everything in moderation. They need fresh air but should also be allowed to play computer games at times.
It is up to the individual, but certainly not when they are preparing for matches.
Cheggers' Party Quiz and Alan Hansen's Sports Challenge are out now on PC and PS2, and will be available for Wii on 30th November.