Remote Control

Remote Control

Remote Control is a quiz game published by Hi Tech Expressions for the NES, released in 1990, and it is based on the television game show "Remote Control," which was a pop culture trivia show that aired on MTV from 1987 to 1990. You play as a contestant, answering a variety of trivia questions on music, movies, television, and pop culture, with the goal of winning the game and earning the highest score. The gameplay involves selecting answers from a multiple-choice list, with a timer that adds pressure, and a scoring system that rewards correct answers and penalizes incorrect ones. A unique feature is the "remote" control – you use a virtual remote control on the screen to navigate the menus and select your answers, which is a fun and thematic way to interact with the game. The game includes a two-player mode where you can compete against a friend. A trivia: the game was developed by a team that worked on other Hi Tech Expressions titles, and it was released during the peak of the show's popularity, capitalizing on the 1990s pop culture trivia craze. The graphics are colorful and simple, with a TV-themed interface that mimics the look of the show, and the menus are clear and easy to navigate. The music is light and playful, with a catchy tune that keeps the mood fun and engaging. Critics praised the variety of questions and the two-player mode, making it a fun party game for trivia fans. It supports two players. Remote Control is a fun and engaging trivia game that offers a nostalgic trip to the late 1980s and early 1990s.