When it comes to cheap entertainment it’s hard to beat the simplicity of a game show. Real people compete for real stakes that may not be life-changing, depending on the show’s prize budget, but at the very least will make things easier for a while. While the stakes aren’t quite on the “Are you not entertained!?” level of gladiatorial combat it’s still a serious competition, but the good humor plus genial hosts take the edge off and keep the games a family-friendly affair. It’s just good wholesome fun until someone slams a train right into your base, after which all bets are off.