{"id":3067,"date":"2023-10-20T15:18:29","date_gmt":"2023-10-20T20:18:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/?p=3067"},"modified":"2025-10-16T10:38:52","modified_gmt":"2025-10-16T15:38:52","slug":"buddy-games","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/buddy-games\/","title":{"rendered":"Buddy Games: How to Watch the New Game Show"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_24_1 counter-hierarchy counter-numeric\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/buddy-games\/#buddy_games_premise\" title=\"Buddy Games Premise\">Buddy Games Premise<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/buddy-games\/#buddy_games_host_josh_duhamel\" title=\"Buddy Games Host: Josh Duhamel\">Buddy Games Host: Josh Duhamel<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/buddy-games\/#buddy_games_teams\" title=\"Buddy Games Teams\">Buddy Games Teams<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/buddy-games\/#how_to_watch_buddy_games\" title=\"How to Watch Buddy Games\">How to Watch Buddy Games<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/buddy-games\/#dive_into_the_thrilling_world_of_buddy_games_on_rivertv\" title=\"Dive into the Thrilling World of Buddy Games on RiverTV\">Dive into the Thrilling World of Buddy Games on RiverTV<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm0241049\/\" target=\"_blank\">Josh Duhamel<\/a>, the man behind the curtain, is bringing us a thrilling game show called Buddy Games. Inspired by his own passion for competitive games played with friends, this new show is set to hit the screens on Global in Canada as part of their TV lineup. As the strike in the entertainment industry continues, CBS is turning to reality TV and game shows to keep their primetime slots filled.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s delve into the premise of Buddy Games, introduce you to the charismatic host, Josh Duhamel, and get to know the six teams of friends who are ready to embark on this adventure. Plus, we&#8217;ll tell you where and how you can catch all the action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related Link: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/cable-vs-streaming\/\"><strong>Cable vs Streaming: Which Is Better? Find the Right Solution Here<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"489\" src=\"https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025-1024x489.jpg\" alt=\"RiverTV Live and On-Demand TV\" class=\"wp-image-3283\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025-1024x489.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025-720x344.jpg 720w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025-768x366.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025-1536x733.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025-370x177.jpg 370w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025-270x129.jpg 270w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025-570x272.jpg 570w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025-740x353.jpg 740w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>RiverTV streaming service Live TV and on Demand<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"buddy-games-premise\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"buddy_games_premise\"><\/span>Buddy Games Premise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The weekends <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm0241049\/\">Josh Duhamel<\/a> and his childhood friends spent playing different games together over the previous 20 years served as the inspiration for Buddy Games. <strong>The idea behind the show is to unite groups of friends from various backgrounds so they can live together, take part in thrilling challenges, and demonstrate the strength of their friendships. <\/strong>The tone is established by CBS&#8217;s official description, which reads, &#8220;Six teams of four lifelong friends who met at different points in their lives come together for Buddy Games, an adult summer camp experience set in a gorgeous lakeside setting.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In &#8220;Buddy Games,&#8221; the participants of &#8220;Ride or Die&#8221; have the opportunity to relive their best moments and engage in a variety of ridiculous outdoor physical and mental challenges while sharing a lake house. When these friends are put to the test to see whose ties are strong enough to survive the competition, rivalries and friendships will be rekindled. In addition to winning a cash prize and the coveted Buddy Games trophy, the last buddy team standing will also receive bragging rights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Eager to watch your favorite game shows on RiverTV? Get started with a <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/\"><strong><em>30-day free trial<\/em><\/strong><\/a><strong><em> now and enjoy uninterrupted entertainment.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"buddy-games-host-josh-duhamel\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"buddy_games_host_josh_duhamel\"><\/span>Buddy Games Host: Josh Duhamel<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Josh Duhamel, the driving force behind Buddy Games, not only conceived the show&#8217;s concept but is also stepping into the spotlight as its host. <\/strong>Recognized for his impressive portfolio of work in both movies and television, including iconic roles in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.space.com\/transformer-movies-in-order\">Transformers franchise<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt1702439\/\">Safe Haven<\/a>, and others, Duhamel brings a wealth of entertainment experience to the table.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With his magnetic charisma and engaging personality, he&#8217;s poised to inject an additional dose of enthusiasm and entertainment value into Buddy Games, ensuring that viewers are in for a thrilling and unforgettable ride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/checkout\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/buddy-games-global.jpg\" alt=\"Buddy Games Global CTA\" class=\"wp-image-3069\" width=\"450\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/buddy-games-global.jpg 600w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/buddy-games-global-480x720.jpg 480w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/buddy-games-global-370x555.jpg 370w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/buddy-games-global-270x405.jpg 270w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/buddy-games-global-570x855.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Buddy Games Global CTA<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"buddy-games-teams\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"buddy_games_teams\"><\/span>Buddy Games Teams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Six teams, each comprising four close-knit friends who met at various stages of their lives, are gearing up for the inaugural season of Buddy Games. Let&#8217;s take a quick look at these spirited teams:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Derby Squad:<\/strong> Jacky &#8220;Shu&#8221; Shu, Melissa Berglund, Shengul &#8220;Shaggy&#8221; Plummer, and Rachel Johnston make up the Derby Squad. These friends from Los Angeles bonded over their shared love for roller derby.<\/li><li><strong>Chicago&#8217;s Finest:<\/strong> Hailing from Chicago, this team consists of David &#8220;Sarge&#8221; Moore, Elyse Rodriguez, Ikeila &#8220;Kei&#8221; Smart, and Melvin &#8220;Rae&#8221; Davis. Their camaraderie formed during their service as part of the Chicago police force.<\/li><li><strong>Team Pride:<\/strong> Steven Mosier, Bekah Telew, Andrew Shayde, and Summer Lynne Seasons come from various corners of the country but found unity in the LGBTQ+ community and their competitive spirit.<\/li><li><strong>Team OK:<\/strong> Justin Palmer, Stephen Craig, James Brian &#8220;Huddy&#8221; Hudson, and Yue Pun Szeto grew up and attended school together in Oklahoma. With Hudson now living out of state, they&#8217;re determined to make their reunion memorable.<\/li><li><strong>Pageant Queens:<\/strong> Lauren Cisneros Campbell, Lourdes Spurlock, Yolanda &#8220;Yoli&#8221; Stennett, and Erika &#8220;Devi&#8221; Deveney Shea Wall are anything but ordinary pageant queens. They&#8217;re here to prove their mettle in the competition.<\/li><li><strong>Philly Forever:<\/strong> Representing the City of Brotherly Love, Mike Ward, Erica Franzzo, Anthoy Franzzo, and Louis Meyers IV, and their wives, have been friends since their childhood days in Philly.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related Link: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/streaming-services-canada\/\"><strong>The Best Streaming Services in Canada: Complete TV Guide<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-watch-buddy-games\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_to_watch_buddy_games\"><\/span>How to Watch Buddy Games<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Watching Buddy Games is a breeze, thanks to the multitude of options available to viewers. <\/strong>You can catch the show live on CBS, which is accessible through traditional pay-TV subscriptions or even using a TV antenna. If you prefer the flexibility and convenience of streaming services, you&#8217;re in luck. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt27497202\/\">Buddy Games<\/a> is also available on various live TV streaming platforms like <a href=\"https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/\">RiverTV<\/a>, Fubo, Hulu with Live TV, and YouTube TV.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>RiverTV subscribers can enjoy watching Buddy Games on Global. With such a wide range of viewing options, you can rest assured that you won&#8217;t miss a moment of the excitement and camaraderie that Buddy Games promises to deliver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Ready to explore the world of thrilling game shows? Dive into the action with a <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/\"><strong><em>30-day free trial<\/em><\/strong><\/a><strong><em> of RiverTV today.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"489\" src=\"https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025-1024x489.jpg\" alt=\"RiverTV Live and On-Demand TV\" class=\"wp-image-3283\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025-1024x489.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025-720x344.jpg 720w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025-768x366.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025-1536x733.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025-370x177.jpg 370w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025-270x129.jpg 270w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025-570x272.jpg 570w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025-740x353.jpg 740w, https:\/\/rivertv.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog-cta-river-tv-on-demand-2025.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>RiverTV streaming service Live TV and on Demand<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"dive-into-the-thrilling-world-of-buddy-games-on-rivertv\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"dive_into_the_thrilling_world_of_buddy_games_on_rivertv\"><\/span>Dive into the Thrilling World of Buddy Games on RiverTV<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With Josh Duhamel as the charismatic host and six teams of friends ready to embark on an adventure like no other, Buddy Games promises to be a must-watch for fans of competitive fun and camaraderie. <strong>As CBS turns to reality TV and game shows to keep viewers entertained amid ongoing industry strikes, Buddy Games shines as an exciting addition to their 2023 fall TV lineup.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re a cable subscriber, an antenna user, or a streaming enthusiast, you have multiple options to ensure you don&#8217;t miss out on this thrilling game show. 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