This version has the distinction of having the most top prize winners in the worldwide Millionaire franchise.,[3] Seigo M. Takei (武居“M”征吾, Takei Emu Seigo) was the first announcer of the show before being replaced by Kyōya Kimura (木村 匡也, Kimura Kyōya) in August of the show's debut year.

Contestants who exceed the time limit on a given question without giving a "final answer" are forced to walk away with whatever winnings they have at that point.

[citation needed] Answering a question correctly is worth a specific cash prize at each level.

[17] In addition, Visiware and Sony Pictures Television have released an app based on the program's format for iOS and Android devices.

The app allows home viewers to play the game simultaneously, being asked the same questions featured on the show.