(KTLA) – Chuck E. Cheese is headed to the small screen — as a new game show.
The Texas-based pizza and entertainment franchise is partnering with Magical Elves, the producers of “Top Chef,” “Nailed It!” and other reality TV hits, to develop a game show based on the Chuck E. Cheese arcade experience, the company announced on Tuesday.
“Chuck E. Cheese Arcade Heroes” will feature physical challenges where duos of “big kids” (adults) compete in oversized arcade games including pinball, air hockey, Skee-Ball and the human claw, the company said.
The teams that earn the most “tickets” will get to exchange those tickets for prizes from a massive version of the classic Chuck E. Cheese prize wall.
“With a legacy spanning over four decades, Chuck E. Cheese has been an integral part of the family experience for both kids and adults across the world,” Melissa McLeanas, VP of global licensing, media and branded entertainment development, said in a news release. “We are thrilled to be working with Magical Elves, whose deep expertise in unscripted content make them the perfect partner to capture the wholesome competitive spirit tied to childhood memories and transform the Chuck E. Cheese experience for television.”
Magical Elves co-CEOs Jo Sharon and Casey Kriley, in a statement, also teased that the show will feature some of Chuck E. Cheese’s “iconic” games.
“We’re excited to celebrate these legendary arcade games plus the best of today, all with a super-sized twist,” the duo said.
The press release did not include details concerning the show’s premiere date, nor where it would be available.
Chuck E. Cheese was founded by Nolan Bushnell in San Jose, California, in 1977. Today, there are over 500 global locations.
