Summary
- Release Year: 2007
- Genres: Adventure
- Platforms: Nintendo DS, PlayStation 2, Wii
- Publishers: 2K Games
Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves the Mermaids (2007)
Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves the Mermaids is an action-adventure game developed by Nickelodeon Games and published by THQ. It was released on October 2, 2007, for the Nintendo DS, Wii, and PlayStation 2.
The game is based on the popular Dora the Explorer television series. In the game, Dora and her best friend Boots must travel over land and sea to save the mermaids’ kingdom from a mean, garbage-dumping Octopus. Along the way, they’ll encounter a variety of challenges, including puzzles, mazes, and action sequences.
Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves the Mermaids is a fun and educational game that’s perfect for young children. The game teaches kids about海洋生物、保护环境、以及友谊的力量。
Gameplay
Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves the Mermaids is a side-scrolling action-adventure game. Players control Dora as she explores a variety of environments, including beaches, jungles, and underwater caves. Dora can jump, run, and swim, and she can use a variety of items to help her on her journey.
The game is divided into a series of levels, each of which has a different objective. In some levels, Dora must collect items, while in others she must defeat enemies or solve puzzles. Dora can also use her magical backpack to help her on her journey. The backpack contains a variety of items, including a map, a flashlight, and a magnifying glass.
Characters
- Dora: The main character of the game. Dora is a seven-year-old girl who loves to explore. She is brave, resourceful, and always willing to help others.
- Boots: Dora’s best friend. Boots is a talking monkey who loves to play and have fun. He is always there to help Dora on her adventures.
- Mariana: A mermaid who is the princess of the mermaid kingdom. Mariana is kind, compassionate, and always willing to help others.
- The Octopus: The main antagonist of the game. The Octopus is a mean, garbage-dumping creature who is polluting the mermaid kingdom.
Reception
Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves the Mermaids received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the game’s educational value and fun gameplay, while others criticized its repetitive levels and lack of challenge. However, the game was a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Awards
Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves the Mermaids was nominated for two awards:
- BAFTA Children’s Award for Best Handheld Game
- Parents’ Choice Award for Best Video Game
Legacy
Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves the Mermaids is one of the most popular Dora the Explorer games ever released. The game has been praised for its educational value and fun gameplay. It has also been credited with helping to teach children about海洋生物、保护环境、以及友谊的力量。
Educational Value
Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves the Mermaids is an educational game that teaches kids about a variety of topics, including:
- 海洋生物: The game features a variety of海洋生物，包括鱼类、海龟、和海豚。 Kids can learn about the different types of海洋生物，以及它们在海洋生态系统中的作用。
- 保护环境: The game teaches kids about the importance of protecting the environment. Kids can learn about the different ways that humans can pollute the environment, and they can learn about the things that they can do to help protect the environment.
- 友谊的力量: The game teaches kids about the importance of friendship. Dora and Boots are best friends, and they always help each other out. Kids can learn about the different ways that friends can help each other, and they can learn about the importance of being a good friend.
Fun Gameplay
Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves the Mermaids is a fun and engaging game that kids of all ages can enjoy. The game features a variety of challenges, including puzzles, mazes, and action sequences. Kids will love exploring the different environments and helping Dora save the mermaids.
Overall
Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves the Mermaids is a fun and educational game that’s perfect for young children. The game teaches kids about海洋生物、保护环境、以及友谊的力量。 The game also features fun and engaging gameplay that kids of all ages can enjoy.
Review Score
7.5/10
