ORLANDO, Fla. â If youâve ever shouted answers at the TV during a game show, Great Big Game Show on International Drive might be your dream come true â because here, youâre not watching the action, youâre in it.
Billed as a live, interactive 60-minute game show experience, Great Big Game Show puts guests on a soundstage-style set complete with lights and sound effects, then splits them into teams for a fast-paced series of mini games. The experience is designed to feel familiar to fans of classic television competitions, while still surprising players with new twists and formats.
During our visit to the Orlando (I-Drive) location, the competitive energy showed up almost immediately. Friends who arrived laughing and joking quickly transformed into serious teammates â and not-so-subtle rivals â as the score climbed and the pressure built.
Five games, five different challenges
Our session featured a rotating lineup that tested different skills and personalities â from risk-taking to wordplay to quick decision-making.
We started with âSpin Out,â a wheel-based game where the stakes escalate as you go, turning every spin into a calculated risk. Next came âBlock Chain,â a trivia-driven round that rewarded teams who could think fast and stay locked in under pressure.
Then we moved into âLetter Roll,â a word and phrase game that felt tailor-made for the teammate whoâs great at solving puzzles out loud. âMajor Minersâ followed â a buzzer-style showdown that plays with popular answers and can flip momentum in an instant.
We wrapped with âChip Shot,â a hands-on round where each chip triggers a different outcome and the results can swing wildly based on where it lands. Itâs the kind of game that gets everyone yelling directions, cheering, and groaning at the same time.
While International Drive is packed with attractions, Great Big Game Show stands out because itâs fully interactive and group-driven. Itâs easy to imagine it as a go-to for birthdays, a night out with friends, family outings and even office team-building â especially because the competitive format brings out unexpected dynamics.
According to manager Sunshine, groups can play in teams and the experience is built to accommodate different ages and comfort levels, including kid-friendly versions of trivia.
One of the biggest takeaways: one hour doesnât cover everything. Great Big Game Show offers 18 mini games to choose from, meaning the lineup can change from visit to visit â a strong selling point for repeat players. The company has also expanded beyond its early beginnings, growing to 20-plus locations with more expected.
How to book Great Big Game Show in Orlando
For those ready to compete, Great Big Game Show says its main booking hub is online.
âA Great Big Game Show dot com is definitely our big one,â Sunshine said. âBut you can find A Great Big Game Show on Instagram. On TikTok. Weâre all over the place.â