U.S. Edutainment Games of the ‘90s that Shaped My Childhood: A Retrospective
U.S. Edutainment Games of the ‘90s that Shaped My Childhood: A Retrospective
U.S. Edutainment Games of the ‘90s that Shaped My Childhood: A Retrospective
Sarah Kipling
July 5, 2024
Summary
Reflecting on early video games, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Discworld were pivotal for their immersive 3D worlds and complex puzzles. These experiences ignited a lasting passion for gaming. Before personal computers became common, educational games on school PCs introduced me to interactive learning. Titles like Storybook Weaver and Zoombinis were particularly memorable for their creativity and challenge, fostering a love for game-based exploration. Although revisiting these games revealed their limitations, they sparked imagination. Treasure Cove! and MindMaze also left a mark with their educational content and engaging gameplay, blending learning with fun.
Reference
Kipling, S. (2024, July 5). U.S. edutainment games of the ‘90s that shaped my childhood: A retrospective. Adventure Gamers. https://adventuregamers.com/articles/view/us-edutainment-games-of-the-90s-that-shaped-my-childhood-a-retrospective