Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit

Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit (2016-2018)

EndedGame Show show

Dara O Briain returns to Dave and this time he wants to play some games with the likes of Russell Howard, Bob Mortimer, Rachel Riley, David James and Jason Manford. Based on the smash hit live Edinburgh show, Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit sees celebrities battle each other at a host of classic and contemporary games - everything from Star Wars Battlefront and Temple Run to Pong and Tetris. Well, we're game. Are you? (The answer is Yes. Yes you are).

Network
Scheduleevery Monday at 22:00 (60 min)

Last Episode

Simon Gregson vs. Jayde Adams
Season 3Episode 1060 min

Simon Gregson vs. Jayde Adams

Coronation Street's Steve McDonald - aka Simon Gregson - and comedian Jayde Adams join Dara and Ellie to play five video games: Super Mario Bros., Call Of Duty: Advanced Warfare, Rock Band, Joe Danger 2 and special endgame Nine To Vive in a bid to become this week's Go 8 Bit Champions.

Apr 16, 2018

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E10Simon Gregson vs. Jayde AdamsApr 16, 2018
S03E09Phil Wang vs. Katherine RyanApr 9, 2018
S03E08Kevin Bridges vs. Natasia DemetriouApr 2, 2018
S03E07John Thomson vs. Natalie CassidyMar 26, 2018
S03E06Anna Richardson vs. Nish KumarMar 19, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit' premiere?

'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit' premiered on September 5, 2016.

Who is the host of 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit'?

The host of 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit' is Dara O Briain.

What is the format of 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit'?

'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit' is a video game-based panel show.

How many celebrity guests are featured in each episode of 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit'?

Each episode of 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit' features two celebrity guests.

Which celebrities appeared as guests on 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit'?

Various celebrities appeared as guests on 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit', including Bob Mortimer, Rachel Riley, and Ed Byrne, among others.

What types of video games are played on 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit'?

'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit' features a wide range of video games, including classic and modern titles.

How is the winner determined in each episode of 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit'?

The winner of each episode of 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit' is determined by the highest score achieved in the video games played.

Who are the team captains on 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit'?

The team captains on 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit' are Steve McNeil and Sam Pamphilon.

What is the role of the team captains on 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit'?

The team captains on 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit' lead their respective teams and compete against each other in the video game challenges.

How many rounds are there in each episode of 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit'?

Each episode of 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit' consists of five rounds.

Are there any penalties for losing a round in 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit'?

Yes, there are penalties for losing a round in 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit'. The losing team has to face a forfeit determined by the winning team.

What is the duration of each episode of 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit'?

Each episode of 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit' has a duration of approximately 45 minutes.

Is there a live audience present during the recordings of 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit'?

Yes, 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit' is recorded in front of a live audience.

How many series of 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit' were produced?

'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit' ran for a total of three series.

Did 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit' receive any awards?

Yes, 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit' won the BAFTA Games Award for Best Entertainment.

What is the general reception of 'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit'?

'Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit' was generally well-received by audiences and critics, who praised its entertaining format and comedic value.

Cast

Dara Ó Briain

Dara Ó Briain

plays himself
Sam Pamphilon

Sam Pamphilon

plays himself
Ellie Gibson

Ellie Gibson

plays herself
Steve McNeil

Steve McNeil

plays himself
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Characters

Host

Host

played by Dara Ó Briain
Team Captain

Team Captain

played by Sam Pamphilon
Presenter

Presenter

played by Ellie Gibson
Team Captain

Team Captain

played by Steve McNeil
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  • Go 8 Bit (United Kingdom)

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