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Episode Guide

Season 5

Episode Guide

The Game (2006) : Skeletons'

Skeletons

S5 E1

Jan 11, 2012

In the fifth season premiere, after Derwin's accusations of abortion, Melanie reveals a dark secret from her past; Malik and Tasha take care of a relapsed Jenna and Jason meets a feisty new bartender.

The Game (2006) : Truth Pact'

Truth Pact

S5 E2

Jan 11, 2012

In the second half of the fifth season opener, Tasha corners Malik about his relationship with Jenna while a wild night with a bartender comes back to haunt Jason.

The Game (2006) : No Money Mo Problems'

No Money Mo Problems

S5 E3

Jan 18, 2012

Melanie feels like something is missing in her life after Derwin goes back to Irv as his manager. Tasha brings a lawsuit against Derwin for money she feels like she deserves. Malik runs into money trouble which leads to a reevaluation of his life.

The Game (2006) : The Black People Episode'

The Black People Episode

S5 E4

Jan 25, 2012

Melanie and Tasha fight at a fashion show; Jason starts to acknowledge everyday racism after a dinner with Chardonnay and her friends and Derwin tries to befriend Kwan.

The Game (2006) : Grand Opening, Grand Closing'

Grand Opening, Grand Closing

S5 E5

Feb 1, 2012

Chardonnay isn't interested when Jason suggests they start dating after their annulment; Melanie and Derwin continue trying for a baby.

The Game (2006) : Drink.Pray.Love'

Drink.Pray.Love

S5 E6

Feb 8, 2012

Melanie and Tasha face each other at Drop Bar; Financial troubles take a toll on Malik when he has to sell his mansion.

The Game (2006) : The Tricks Episode'

The Tricks Episode

S5 E7

Feb 15, 2012

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. Meanwhile, Melanie realizes that she misses Tasha in her life but Tasha wants nothing to do with her.

The Game (2006) : Matchmaker, Matchmaker...Mind Your Business!'

Matchmaker, Matchmaker...Mind Your Business!

S5 E8

Feb 29, 2012

Melanie attempts to create a friendship with Janay. Tasha starts a new relationship, unaware of her new man's occupation.

The Game (2006) : Keep Your Friends Close And Your Prostitutes Closer'

Keep Your Friends Close And Your Prostitutes Closer

S5 E9

Mar 7, 2012

Jealousy rises to the surface when Derwin finds out about Janay's engagement; Melanie and Janay have a misunderstanding.

The Game (2006) : Catfight On The Catwalk'

Catfight On The Catwalk

S5 E10

Mar 14, 2012

Melanie's fashion show takes a turn for the worst when she gets locked inside a bathroom... with Tasha. Malik has trouble getting aroused during a threesome which leads to the realization that he needs closure.

The Game (2006) : A Punch In The Gut...Full Of Human'

A Punch In The Gut...Full Of Human

S5 E11

Mar 21, 2012

Derwin and Melanie try to keep themselves preoccupied when they receive troubling news at the fertility clinic; Chardonnay looks to Tasha for relationship advice.

The Game (2006) : Higher Ground'

Higher Ground

S5 E12

Mar 28, 2012

While Derwin's poker night turns into a raging bash, Melanie asks Tasha to be her surrogate.

The Game (2006) : There's No Place Like Home'

There's No Place Like Home

S5 E13

Apr 4, 2012

Melanie and Derwin have an unexpected, unwelcome house guest.

The Game (2006) : Derwin's About To Go H.A.M.'

Derwin's About To Go H.A.M.

S5 E14

Apr 11, 2012

Derwin suffers from guilt when he admits to Melanie that he intentionally missed a block which in return, injured Kwan.

The Game (2006) : Party In A Box'

Party In A Box

S5 E15

Apr 18, 2012

Chardonnay takes it upon herself to invite Jason's friends over for a party which leads to Jason's co-anchor finding out some startling news; Derwin and Kwan fight on the air over Kwan's injury.

The Game (2006) : Fits And Starts'

Fits And Starts

S5 E16

Apr 25, 2012

Tasha and Pookie consider a relationship in which Malik disapproves of; Melanie and Derwin prepare to take D.J. camping when Janay shares some surprising news.

The Game (2006) : A Woman's Right To Choose Herself'

A Woman's Right To Choose Herself

S5 E17

May 2, 2012

Tasha deals with being Melanie's surrogate while Jason helps Chardonnay financially when she's spotted waiting at a bus stop.

The Game (2006) : Breakthrough. Breakdown? Break-Through'

Breakthrough. Breakdown? Break-Through

S5 E18

May 9, 2012

Malik struggles with ghosts from his past; Melanie does some thought provoking soul searching.

The Game (2006) : Let Them Eat (Cup) Cake!'

Let Them Eat (Cup) Cake!

S5 E19

May 16, 2012

While Melanie is away interviewing for a residency position at Johns Hopkins in D.C., Derwin does everything he can to avoid returning to an empty home. Meanwhile, Tasha renews her commitment to celibacy by joining the "cupcake club" in an attempt to break her pattern and avoid ruining her new relationship with Pookie.

The Game (2006) : Cold Swine Sucks...And So Does Falling In Love'

Cold Swine Sucks...And So Does Falling In Love

S5 E20

May 23, 2012

Tasha reads a text message on Pookie's phone and finds out he's been living with another woman. Meanwhile, due to the urging of Melanie, Derwin pushes Irv to explore a new contract offer in D.C., which results in Derwin receiving an even bigger counter offer from the Sabers.

The Game (2006) : Move Trick, Get Out Of The Way'

Move Trick, Get Out Of The Way

S5 E21

May 30, 2012

Melanie and Derwin butt heads during the Sabres championship game week while Malik gets in a heated dispute when picking Jenna up from rehab. Also, Jason makes a decision about Chardonnay and his relationship with her; Pookie offers Tasha help.

The Game (2006) : The Championship Game Episode'

The Championship Game Episode

S5 E22

Jun 6, 2012

In the season finale, Derwin and Melanie finally come to a resolution of the problems in their relationship; Malik faces the harsh reality of his relationship with Jenna; Chardonnay fights for Jason.