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Since choosing my topic (Social TV, second screen, smart TV) I have noticed several television shows advertising second screen enhancements; among them are: Psych and The Walking Dead. Marvel has even gotten "into the game" with an app for Avengers to watch while viewing the film.

Psych
Following up on the tremendous success of the award-winning ‘Hashtag Killer,’ USA’s Psych has just launched ‘The S#cial Sector’, an eight-week multi-platform murder mystery. Directed by Kirsten Nelson (co-star Chief Vick), the competition can be accessed via desktop or tablet at SocialSector.usanetwork.com and Tweeted using #SocialSector. [Source: Lost Remote]

USA Network is crediting a second-screen experience for helping boost the audience for "Psych" by 10%. The network created the interactive murder mystery game ahead of the series' season debut, adding new plot twists and clues via its website, Facebook and Twitter. The game resulted in 99% of "Psych's" Facebook fans saying they screened the premiere live or the following day. Also, some 5% of those who took part in the game didn't know about the show but opted to tune in for the first time. [Source: Smart Brief]

Following the success of the Emmy-nominated game Hashtag Killer, PSYCH The S#cial Sector is a multiplatform game that allows fans of the series Psych to upload video content, play games, examine evidence, and post to a theory wall for the entire 8-week duration of the mystery. By interacting via computer or tablet, players can become active by using SocialSector.usanetwork.com or by tweeting using #SocialSector, all to help Shawn and Gus solve their latest mystery. [Source: gco]

USA Network Psych - has an engaging website and a section called "USA Sync"

WATCH LIVE AND PLAY ALONG!

Join LIVE when you watch select USA shows* and enjoy the USA Sync experience! As a show airs, you will get behind-the-scenes production notes and photos, video clips, polls and quizzes, and great commentary - all timed to the show's action.

When you see there is a Sync event for your favorite show, just go tosync.usanetwork.com from any device, or tap the show in the USA Anywhere app. To get the full experience, you have to watch LIVE! Sync up and experience your favorite USA shows in a whole new way.

Walking Dead

Not as intuitive as Psych's website. There's a section that includes apps and games to engage the viewer. One app uses social networking, via Facebook, to play games.