Amazon Trail II facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Amazon Trail II |
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| Developer(s) | The Adventure Company |
| Publisher(s) | MECC |
| Series | The Oregon Trail |
| Platform(s) | Windows, Macintosh |
| Release date(s) | 1996 |
| Genre(s) | Simulation |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
Amazon Trail II is an exciting computer game released in September 1996. It's a type of game called a simulation, which means it tries to copy real-life experiences. The game was made by The Adventure Company and published by MECC. You could play it on both Macintosh and Windows computers.
This game is a spin-off from the very popular The Oregon Trail series. It's the second game in the Amazon Trail series, following The Amazon Trail and coming before Amazon Trail 3rd Edition.
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What is Amazon Trail II?
Amazon Trail II lets you go on a virtual adventure. You travel up the mighty Amazon River in South America. The game is designed to be both fun and educational. It teaches you about the Amazon rainforest and its culture.
Game Bundles
This game was sometimes sold as part of a package with other games. For example, it was included with the Quantex 5500 computer. It also came in the Trail Mix Social Studies Bundle. This bundle featured The Oregon Trail 3rd Edition and MayaQuest: The Mystery Trail.
The Story of Your Adventure
The game begins with a mysterious event at the Museum of Ancient Art. This event somehow sends you all the way to the Amazon! Your main mission is to find a special local cure for a disease. Your journey will lead you towards the ancient city of Vilcabamba.
How to Play the Game
Amazon Trail II has a similar style of gameplay to The Oregon Trail. You guide your canoe up the Amazon River. Along the way, you learn about the environment and the people.
Difficulty Levels
The game offers three different difficulty levels. This means you can choose how challenging you want your adventure to be.
Earning Points
You earn points in the game by staying healthy. It's also important to use your supplies wisely. Talking to other characters in the game and giving the right answers helps you earn points too. The players who score the most points get their names on a special high score list.
River Guides and Missions
As you travel, you'll meet four different river guides. They help you on your journey. The game has 17 different assignments or missions for you to complete. You'll also meet about 50 different characters during your adventure.
Fishing in the Amazon
Fishing is a part of your journey. There's a special fishing meter that shows how strongly you throw your harpoon. This helps you catch fish for food.
Learning Along the Way
Your tour guides will ask you questions as you play. Answering these questions correctly helps you move forward in the game. This makes the game a fun way to learn about the Amazon.
