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6/10
Challenging Games Keep It Interesting
atlasmb1 July 2021
This is another of the big box game shows that have become prevalent. The big item on this show is a cube that measures 15 square feet. Contestants play inside the cube, which adds intensity and defines the field of play.

Dwyane Wade plays host to teams of two. The cube has sophisticated lighting and a floor that can be programmed to display games. The graphics are done well.

A team gets 9 lives to complete as many games as possible. If they win all seven games, they take home $250,000. But it is tough to win the games, which can be about hand-eye coordination or memory, often timed. Most game shows have audiences, but this one does not, so it feels more like a sterile atmosphere where it is just a player versus the game at hand. Some tasks are designed for two players.

The games are not easy and the rewards are significant. Since most games are timed, viewers can feel the pressure the contestants are under. Wade tries to keep things light and personable, but "the cube" does some trash talking, always pointing out the failures of the contestants. Fortunately, the actual games are interesting and challenging.
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7/10
This isn't too bad!
cscott233125 June 2021
I don't watch reality TV and haven't watched game shows since I was a little girl chillin with my memaw. I keep my TV on TBS throughout the day (so pets don't get lonely haha) anyway because if this, Ive woken up to, or come home from work to, seeing this show airing repeats. I have found myself stopping to watch it when it's on. Sadly before this, I didn't even know who the host was. Well I like him, he seems fun and like a really cool guy. He's cracked me up a few times too. The games are exciting, the contestants are fun, so far anyway. I think it's a decent show! Especially if you have children and would like to watch something without cussing, sex or anything else you DON'T want to watch with your kids in the room. Family shows are few and far between these day. This is one you can safely watch as a family.
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3/10
Frustrating
christophergaetano24 June 2021
To put it simply, there are just too many commercials. I understand that most shows use it for build-up but they do it for every game. Tough to keep watching.
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2/10
SCRIPTED
princess19960626 July 2021
Warning: Spoilers
The couple from episode 6/7, Eli and Tia, had 7 lives, One Shot assist AND an easy game in front of them for 100k, yet still chose to walk away with 50k. Eli was even about to enter the cube when Tia told him not to do it. Very frustrating, I wouldn't suggest watching this show, as nobody ever "dares" go for more than 50k, no matter how many odds are in their favor.
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4/10
Too many COMMERCIALS !!
dianafrance7528 August 2021
The show concept is challenging and fun, the host is fine but OMG the constant chit chat and commercials make it unwatchable.

If it weren't for the constant commercial interruptions and talking(also singing ??), I would rate it an 8/10.
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8/10
👍
jordanreed-4311323 June 2021
This is a very good game show I think they picked Dwyane Wade the right host for this game show is the toughest game show I ever seen on TV can't wait for the next episode and a lot of people know that this show was in British but why not bring it to America so people in America could watch it on TBS I think this was a good idea good job tbs but I know there is going to be a lot of people hating on the show but who cares what you people think.
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1/10
60 years of TV watching
quockquock11 December 2022
I've been watching television for 60 years now. The Cube has to be the worst show I've ever seen! It's absolutely horrible! Duane Wade is a terrible host and the show itself is just awful. I sat through Herman's Head, The Ropers, Hello Larry, and Cop Rock to name a few. The Cube is the worst! Way to many commercials, boring games, scripted and choreographed scenes, just bad TV. Duane Wade acts as if he just wants to end each game and grab his paycheck for the day. I am perplexed on how this can even be a real show on television in the 2020's. Who is watching this stuff? I'd rather watch Hee Haw reruns than this.
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10/10
A great show!
rdrafam8 February 2022
This show is one of my favorite shows to watch with my husband. These obstacles require amazing mental focus. There is a real competitive nature to earning money while winning. Not to mention... Wade's lead the way! (We have the same last name) - Desiree Wade.
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1/10
Terrible show, awful host.
The games are absolutely boring, but not as boring as Wade as host. One of the most boring shows on the sir. Its amazing how these terrible shows continue being made. The jokes are flat and usually don't land, and Wade has zero charisma, why they picked him is beyond reasoning.
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WHATS IN THE BOX?!
zwsh892 February 2022
Nothing original, that's for sure! Did anyone else notice that this game was first used in the show "Episodes" with Matt Leblanc (Joey from Friends) as a satire of game shows? Now it's a real game show...
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2/10
Horrible Pace
Backwards71030 August 2023
The show looked interesting and it's a decent enough idea but the pacing is atrocious. I'm watching on MAX with no commercials and have the luxury of the 10 second skip and it's still a chore to get to actual game content.

The host is fine and the games are unique but the constant pauses and delays in an attempt to create tension are just overused. They could probably fit twice the amount of games in each episode if they paced it better.

I was trying to find a new show to watch but after two episodes I'm done. Next.

The rest of this review is just me trying to hit the ridiculous 600 character count.
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3/10
Kind of stupid.
yvnsh23 October 2022
I watched ten minutes during the ALCS rain delay.

It did not capture my interest. But in fairness the only sport I love is MLB.

It's kind of reminds me of deal or no deal but not sure why.

It's hard to come up with a new game show. Seems like everything's been done. That's why I gave them three stars and not zero stars. It's because they're trying. They were overdo it with the lighting. They try to create excitement that's not really there.

And this particular one that I watched, the couple was involved in helping disadvantaged children, and we're going to use the money for that. I have a lot of respect for them and hope they win.
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3/10
Jeopardy has too much HARD CORE ACTION for you? This is your show.
roncarnes9522 March 2022
Booooooring. Though it would be the perfect companion to a warm glass of milk and a shot of thorazine. The "action" must be too much for the producers too. Their choice of source music that sounds like Enya playing a didgeridoo says as much.
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10/10
Amazing
jimanand7 July 2021
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I love this show. Dwayne Wade is the perfect host.
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