James O’Halloran, the beloved male model of the game show, is here to share his insights on how fans can secure a chance to compete and walk away with a grand prize. In an interview with TVLine, he revealed the secrets to getting producers' attention and being called on to "come on down."

Engaging with the Present

O’Halloran emphasized the importance of being super energetic and getting into the present while the show is happening. "Just get very excited and into the present with what’s going on. The producers are watching for who is engaged. If you’re playing along with the people who are up there and you’re enthusiastic, they go, ‘Hey, we’ve got a live one here.’" This enthusiasm can make a significant difference in getting selected to participate.

Paying Attention to Patterns

Once on stage, eagle-eyed fans can use patterns to their advantage. "There’s definitely a lot of hacks and tricks to a lot of the games. And if you’re paying attention, there’s a lot of pattern. Some of the games, the numbers will always end in zero, so you don’t have to waste your time with other numbers. For some of them, the prices are basically the same number every time." By observing these patterns, contestants can increase their chances of winning.

Learning from Previous Viewings

If you’ve watched the game just one other time before, you can do the same answers and increase your chances of winning. "The best way to learn those is to watch the show. Keep an eye out. Look for the patterns. It’s not a coincidence." This shows the value of prior observation in improving one's performance on the show.

Listening to the Crowd

A lot of the audience are fanatical viewers of the show. "If you have no idea what’s going on, it is worth listening to them. A lot of these games are not up to chance. It’s the same answer every time, and they’re trying to tell you that." The crowd can provide valuable hints and insights.

Paying Attention to Drew Carey

Another tip is to keep an eye on [host] Drew [Carey]. "He won’t tell you the answers, but he wants you to win. If you’re way off, he might go, ‘Could you repeat that?’ Just to give you another chance to maybe switch up your answer." Paying attention to Drew's cues can also help contestants make better decisions.