Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #14136 in Video Games
• Brand: The Learning Company
• Model: 381032
• Released on: 2001-08-24
• Platforms: Mac, Windows
• Format: CD-ROM
• Dimensions: .44" h x 4.94" w x 5.63" l, .20 pounds

Customer Reviews

Fun and Educational Game
While I've only played Oregon Trail 1, 2, and 4 in my youth, I can easily say 2 was the best of the series. Oregon Trail puts the player in the 1800's during times when people hoped for a more properous life out West. The history of Oregon Trail is very interesting and this game does a good job of showcasing many elements of that era into the game.

The basic goal of the game is to reach the end of the trail by traveling through the Oregon Trail. Along the way you'll face various dangers, obstacles and diseases, and will need to make choices - sometimes life or death - that best get you through the situation.

The game was incredibly past its time when it came out, and there are so many things you can do and so many options that the possibilities are endless. Very rarely will you encounter the same experience with every trip on the trial. Perhaps the most unique feature of this game is that there are 4 destinations you can get to, not only Oregon City, Oregon.

I remember I used to always get freaked out by the sometimes frightening and dramatic music that the game gives when something terrible or dangerous happens. I don't know if kids would be scared by that but that's perhaps the only flaw I find with the game. I just always turned the volume off while traveling.

Personally, I believe that this version of the game has the most replay value and educational value, and its also fun for adults and children alike. It's definitely a game I would say you could play together as a family.

Let me give you some insight into two of the other versions of the game, and why they are passable.

Oregon Trail 1 was a very good classic game, but the DOS graphics may be a little too cartoony and blocky for people who enjoy a more realistic experience.

Oregon Trail 4, a newer version is also not too shabby. However, there are multiple reasons why it's flawed.

1. It has 3 discs and requires you to switch discs as you advance through the game.

2. It uses an older version of Quicktime that is required to view most of the animations, which really add most of the life to the game. I've been having problems viewing those animations on my XP computer.

3. One destination as opposed to Oregon Trail 2, and the experience doesn't vary a whole lot with each play.

Oregon Trail 2 is the best version of the game and a really good game overall. If you like adventure games, the freedom and challenge that this game gives will not dissapoint. In my opinion this game greatly honors the Oregon Trail and those who traveled on it in the 1800's.

Buy it!

A Very Good Choice
Even though this game was originally written for elementary school kids, my boyfriend and I play this game ever night. He is in college, while I am a senior in high school. Everone of every age will find something to like in this game. It is very highly thought of in my household!

Great game for ages 6 or up, SO-so price
Well, before I start I must say I bought this game 3 years ago []for $10. The newer versions are the same price. But if your a classic game lover than this is your chance. It's easy but strangely fun many times over and over again. I'd say it's a top 5 software game to have. Works on most computers, But if you have a new one-get a newer game. I almost prefer this more than the 4th-so much more simplier and actually more fun. you choice