Where's Waldo at the Circus facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Where's Waldo at the Circus |
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| Developer(s) | WarnerActive |
| Platform(s) | Windows |
| Release date(s) | November 15, 1995 |
| Genre(s) | Puzzle |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
Where's Waldo at the Circus is a fun computer game released in 1995. It lets you explore a lively circus world filled with music and animation. Even though it was made for younger kids (ages 4-8), anyone who loves puzzles and finding hidden things can enjoy it!
The game starts with Waldo himself greeting you. He asks for your name, then sends you to the Big Top. There, you meet Wizard Whitebeard. He'll tell you the game's story or let you jump right into the action.
Find the Magic Whistle: The Story
The circus is in trouble! Ringmaster Piccalilli has lost his special magic golden whistle. Without it, the circus can't start. Piccalilli needs your help to find it. Your first task is to find Waldo, who will then help you on your big search.
How to Play: Finding Waldo and More
The game features large, detailed Where's Waldo? scenes. These scenes are much bigger than your screen, so you can scroll around to explore every corner. They are full of characters and things to click on. You can look for hidden spots or try to find Waldo right away. Once you find him, the story moves forward!
At the bottom of your screen, you'll find helpful buttons. One button takes you to Wizard Whitebeard, who keeps track of your tasks. Another button leads to Ringmaster Piccalilli, who can remind you about the main story. There's also a "Quit" button when you're ready to stop playing.
Mini-Games and Puzzles
Besides finding Waldo, the game has many other challenges. You can play mini-games and solve puzzles. These include matching shapes and putting band members in order. You might arrange them by height or by the sound of their instruments.
As you play through the circus environments, you'll collect clues. Eventually, you'll enter the Wizard's Den. Here, you can put all your clues together. Waldo and the Wizard will help you review everything. Then, you can figure out who took the whistle and get it back!
The game is designed so that every time you play, it's a little different. The thief changes, and Waldo's hiding spot is new each time. This means you can play the game many times without it feeling the same!
