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Buzz!: Brain of the World
Buzz!: Brain of the WorldTravel the globe answering trivia in a fast‑paced party quiz.
Buzz!: Quiz World
Buzz!: Quiz WorldThe ultimate party quiz game with new rounds, DLC and online play
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Description

Buzz!: Brain of the World is a globe‑spanning trivia adventure that challenges players with questions from every continent. Designed for the PlayStation 2 and PlayStation 3, it blends single‑player challenges with lively multiplayer rounds, perfect for parties and family gatherings. Featuring split‑screen play, a massive question database, and regional leaderboards, the game encourages friendly competition while testing knowledge across history, science, pop culture, and more. Its vibrant visuals and intuitive controls make it accessible to gamers of all ages.

Buzz!: Quiz World brings the classic Buzz! experience to the PlayStation 3, letting you use question packs from earlier titles and create your own content. It supports both single‑player and split‑screen multiplayer, with wireless Buzz! buzzers and a USB dongle for up to four players. The game adds fresh features like hidden‑answer rounds, player profiling that addresses you by name, PlayStation Home rewards, and a pioneering Facebook sharing patch that lets you post your results directly from the game.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Party & Social
Party & Social
Best for
Families and casual trivia fans
Casual gamers and party hosts
Specifications
General
msrp
$29.99−25%
$39.99
release date
2009-03-26
2009-10-30
Specifications
developer
Relentless Software
Relentless Software
publisher
Sony Computer Entertainment, Sony Computer Entertainment Europe
Sony Computer Entertainment
age rating
PEGI 12
PEGI 12, ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
critic score
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79/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Huge variety of questions keeps gameplay fresh.
  • Local multiplayer split‑screen is easy to set up.
  • Supports both PS2 and PS3 platforms.
  • Voice‑controlled buzzer adds novelty.
  • Extensive reuse of previous Buzz! question packs
  • Supports both local and online multiplayer
  • Innovative player profiling and social sharing features
  • Bundle includes wireless buzzers for immediate play
Cons
  • No online multiplayer support.
  • Question database can become repetitive after many sessions.
  • Graphics are dated compared to modern titles.
  • Requires PlayStation 3 hardware and optional buzzers
  • Online features depend on Sony's now‑aged servers
  • Limited to a single platform with no modern console ports
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