The first step is understanding how Wheel of Fortune works. If you are ready to channel your inner Pat and Vanna and host an exciting game night for your grandkids, read on as I go into detail over everything you need for your own DIY Wheel of Fortune:Ĭonclusion Understanding the game and its format This got me thinking: How hard would it be to create my own at-home Wheel of Fortune to play with my grandkids? As it turns out, it isn’t very hard and oh-so-fun!

Since its syndication in 1983, Wheel of Fortune has been one of the most popular game shows on the planet, entertaining millions worldwide with every spin of the giant wheel – including my family. Thank you.ĭoes anyone else watch Wheel of Fortune every night? I do and have since my kids were little! While I enjoy watching and guessing independently, Wheel is even more enjoyable with others, especially my grandkids.įirst aired in 1975, Wheel of Fortune was created by Merv Griffin and initially hosted by Chuck Woolery and Susan Stafford (do you remember those two?) before the torch was handed to the iconic Pat Sajak and Vanna White in 19, respectively.

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Wheel of fortune game to play at home