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The Best Episodes of The Game Season 5

Every episode of The Game Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Game Season 5!

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When her boyfriend Derwin Davis is chosen as the new third-string wide receiver for the San Diego Sabers, Melanie Barnett decides to attend a local college so she can be with him. While Derwin worries

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Game Season 5 Episode 1 - Skeletons
    8.9/10(34 votes)

    #1 - Skeletons

    S5:E1

    Season 5 opens with Melanie grappling with Derwin's accusation that she had an abortion. Meanwhile, Malik and Tasha deal with a drunken Jenna. Later, Tasha corners Malik about his relationship with Jenna; and a wild night comes back to haunt Jason.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. The Game Season 5 Episode 2 - The Truth Pact
    8.3/10(17 votes)

    #2 - The Truth Pact

    S5:E2

    When Derwin rehires Irv it sets off Melanie searching for her role in life while Tasha sues Derwin and Irv for money she believes she is owed. Meanwhile, Malik is forced to evaluate his extravagant lifestyle.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Game Season 5 Episode 3 - No Money, Mo Problems
    8.2/10(30 votes)

    #3 - No Money, Mo Problems

    S5:E3

    Hostility between Melanie and Tasha goes public at a fashion show. Elsewhere, Chardonnay's friends open Jason's eyes to racism; and Derwin takes Kwan under his wings. Note: Featuring Elimu Nelson and Kel Mitchell

    Director:Unknown
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  4. The Game Season 5 Episode 4 - The Black People Episode
    6.4/10(24 votes)

    #4 - The Black People Episode

    S5:E4

    Jason meets Chardonnay’s friends who open his eyes to the racism in the world that fame has blinded him to. Derwin tries to get Kwan to follow his lead socially in hopes that it will translate to the field. Melanie and Tasha’s feud finds a public forum while preparing for the annual Sunbeams fashion show.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. The Game Season 5 Episode 5 - Grand Opening, Grand Closing
    7.5/10(16 votes)

    #5 - Grand Opening, Grand Closing

    S5:E5

    Chardonnay rejects Jason's proposal; Derwin is stunned when Melanie gets the diva treatment at church.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Game Season 5 Episode 6 - Drink, Pray, Love
    6.3/10(19 votes)

    #6 - Drink, Pray, Love

    S5:E6

    Malik has a hard time letting go of his dream home when he's forced to short sell his mansion. Melanie has a showdown with Tasha at Drop Bar.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Game Season 5 Episode 7 - The Tricks Episode
    6.9/10(18 votes)

    #7 - The Tricks Episode

    S5:E7

    When a YouTube video of Malik and Derwin doing football tricks goes viral, the guys ride the wave hoping it takes Malik off the bench and back onto the field.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Game Season 5 Episode 8 - Matchmaker, Matchmaker... Mind Your Business!
    6.7/10(14 votes)

    #8 - Matchmaker, Matchmaker... Mind Your Business!

    S5:E8

    Tasha develops romantic feelings for a new man—but he turns out to be a male escort. Elsewhere, Melanie plays matchmaker at her dinner party, only to stir up tension with Derwin.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. The Game Season 5 Episode 9 - Keep Your Friends Close and Your Prostitute Closer
    7.8/10(17 votes)

    #9 - Keep Your Friends Close and Your Prostitute Closer

    S5:E9

    Melanie tries to connect with Janay by pushing Derwin closer to her fiancé. Elsewhere, Tasha forges ahead in her newfound relationship with a male escort.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. The Game Season 5 Episode 10 - Catfight on the Catwalk
    8.1/10(22 votes)

    #10 - Catfight on the Catwalk

    S5:E10

    Melanie hosts the Sunbeam's fashion show, but ends up being locked in the bathroom with Tasha. While having sex with three supermodels, Malik has trouble getting aroused, and goes to rehab to visit Jenna.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. The Game Season 5 Episode 11 - A Punch in the Gut... Full of Human
    6.0/10(14 votes)

    #11 - A Punch in the Gut... Full of Human

    S5:E11

    Jason's relationship with Chardonnay is tested by a third party; Melanie and Derwin receive troubling fertility news; Chardonnay reaches out to Tasha for relationship help.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. The Game Season 5 Episode 12 - Higher ground
    7.4/10(14 votes)

    #12 - Higher ground

    S5:E12

    Tasha agrees to be the surrogate for Melanie and Derwin; Derwin's poker night turns into a raging bash.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. The Game Season 5 Episode 13 - There's No Place Like Home
    6.6/10(12 votes)

    #13 - There's No Place Like Home

    S5:E13

    An unexpected arrival tests Melanie and Derwin ; Malik mulls over an endorsement offer.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. The Game Season 5 Episode 14 - Derwin's About to go H.A.M
    8.2/10(18 votes)

    #14 - Derwin's About to go H.A.M

    S5:E14

    Derwin suffers consequences; Melanie's surrogate; Derwin's drama as a professional athlete.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Game Season 5 Episode 15 - Party in a Box
    6.8/10(16 votes)

    #15 - Party in a Box

    S5:E15

    Chardonnay grumbles that her relationship with Jason is purely physical, so Jason tries to make amends by introducing her to his friends. Meanwhile, Derwin faces the reality of Kwan's season-ending injury.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Game Season 5 Episode 16 - Fits and Starts
    7.7/10(15 votes)

    #16 - Fits and Starts

    S5:E16

    Tasha and Pookie explore their friendship; Janay goes out of town; Melanie and Derwin stay busy.

    Director:Unknown
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  17. The Game Season 5 Episode 17 - A Woman's Right to Choose Herself
    6.1/10(12 votes)

    #17 - A Woman's Right to Choose Herself

    S5:E17

    Tasha's struggle with being a surrogate; Jason helps Chardonnay with her finances; Melanie's discontent with Derwin.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. The Game Season 5 Episode 18 - Breakthrough, Breakdown? Break- Through
    7.0/10(14 votes)

    #18 - Breakthrough, Breakdown? Break- Through

    S5:E18

    Melanie does some soul searching; Malik's relapse.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. The Game Season 5 Episode 19 - Let Them Eat (Cup) cake!
    7.8/10(19 votes)

    #19 - Let Them Eat (Cup) cake!

    S5:E19

    Tasha joins the cupcake club to renew her celibacy. Derwin struggles with Melanie away.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. The Game Season 5 Episode 20 - Cold Swine Sucks...And So Does Falling in Love
    7.1/10(13 votes)

    #20 - Cold Swine Sucks...And So Does Falling in Love

    S5:E20

    Tasha's discovers a text message; Derwin pushes Irv.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. The Game Season 5 Episode 21 - Move Trick, Get out of the Way
    8.0/10(15 votes)

    #21 - Move Trick, Get out of the Way

    S5:E21

    Derwin and Melanie's long distance relationship; Malik's success; Tasha becomes a surrogate; Jason and Chardonnay's conflict

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Game Season 5 Episode 22 - The Championship Game Episode
    8.7/10(24 votes)

    #22 - The Championship Game Episode

    S5:E22

    It's down to the wire Game fans! Can the Sabers pull off a championship win? Will Derwin and Melanie settle on a resolution to their potential long distance relationship? Will Malik cut ties with Jenna in order to maintain his professional success? Jason sends Chardonnay on a rollercoaster ride.

    Director:Unknown
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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"Skeletons" is the best rated episode of "The Game" season 5. It scored 8.9/10 based on 34 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/10/2012. This episode is rated 0.6 points higher than the second-best, "The Truth Pact".