@alongalone Aside from the sheer novelty of a TV show based on a video game, there wasn't much "cheesy" about it- and I think it played a big part in shaping the mindset of those of us who watched it as kids- the low budgets meant winning was both rare and hard, and genuinely had to be earned, which meant it got no small amount of respect.

I will admit, though, that I've long held the plan that, should I be facing public execution
(not too likely, but I'm thorough) and asked for my last words, I'll shout "Do it, Rockapella!" and see if anyone starts singing. If they do, then hey, I get credit for a musical execution. And if not, well, it'll take the edge off leaving the world, if no one even bothers singing along.

THAT, I'll agree, is kinda cheesy.