Microsoft Dinosaurs (MAC)

Microsoft Dinosaurs for Macintosh is a multimedia educational game released in 1993. It contains 400MB of dinosaur-related information, including full-motion video, audio, and a gallery of scanned artwork. The main program features 1000 illustrations, 200 hypertext articles, and 800 pop-up windows.

Players can explore the content in four different ways:

Atlas: A map of the world, with dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals placed in their respective time periods.
Timeline: A timeline of the Mesozoic Era, with information about dinosaurs and other prehistoric life during each period.
Families: A list of dinosaur families, with information about each family and its members.
Index: An alphabetical list of all the dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals featured in the game.
There is also a guided tour, hosted by "Dino" Don Lessem, a paleontologist and television personality. The game contains sequences featuring dinosaurs feeding, fighting and breeding, which had previously been broadcast in an American television series put out by the Public Broadcasting Service, and the Phil Tippett short Prehistoric Beast.

Critical Reception

Microsoft Dinosaurs for Macintosh was praised by critics for its educational value, multimedia content, and engaging presentation. It won a multimedia industry award for its sound effects.

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Microsoft Dinosaurs for Macintosh is a multimedia educational game that takes players on a journey through the world of dinosaurs. With its vast library of information and engaging presentation, the game is a valuable resource for dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages.

Players can explore the game in four different ways:

Atlas: Travel to different continents and time periods to learn about the dinosaurs and other prehistoric life that lived there.
Timeline: See how dinosaurs evolved and changed over millions of years.
Families: Learn about the different families of dinosaurs and their characteristics.
Index: Search for information about specific dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals.
The game also features a guided tour hosted by paleontologist and television personality "Dino" Don Lessem.

Microsoft Dinosaurs for Macintosh is a must-have for any fan of dinosaurs. It is an educational and entertaining experience that will teach players about the prehistoric world.