Mountain Man computer game

[noahmercy]

So how many of you folks have played this one? I got it for cheap, and it's not bad. Do any of you gamers out there have any other "period" games to recommend? (Anything from the Colonial Period on up.) When we're having weather like what we've got now (single digits, icy, and breezy) I do more indoor stuff and a good computer or video game can be a nice break in the monotony.

 

[bowjock]

What is the name of the game you have and where can one find that or other games pertaining to mountain men?

 

[noahmercy]

The name of the game is "Mountain Man: A New Beginning". It's produced by a company named Oquirrh (www.oquirrh.com) who also does a bunch of different hunting games. I got mine off eBay. With shipping it was only $8.55! There were quite a few copies on there a week ago, so I'd check there first. As for other MM games, I was hoping some of the folks on this forum might have some suggestions.

 

[Rebel]

Noah, where did you find it on e-bay. I checked under all catagories and video games using "Mountain Man" and "Mountain Man a New Beginning" as keywords. Thanks for any help.

 

[Claude Mathis]

Here's a screen shot from the game.

Hmmm, a "Mountain Man" with an 1866 Winchester? Hey, it's a game.

 

[Slowpoke]

I couldn;t find a copy on e-bay but I did find a trial version online, it's 78meg so if you don't have a cable modem or DSL, forget about it. Anyway, heres the link.

Mountian man video game

 

[Rebel]

Hmmm, a "Mountain Man" with an 1866 Winchester? Hey, it's a game.

Yep, and a nice Stetson hat too. ::

 

[noahmercy]

Well, I didn't say it was PC, only that it was for a PC. :: There's also a bad guy who wears a Union Cavalry hat (I believe), so the time period is obviously circa 1866 or later, despite the "Mountain Man" moniker. You do have a muzzleloader and you can trap (note the trap to the right of the rifle), so you can spend most of the game living like a fur era person. There are a couple exceptions (scenes where you must use the repeater), but it's the only game I know of that's even remotely "primitive"-related.

Rebel & Slowpoke, you're sure enough right about none on eBay right now. I know if you go to the Oquirrh website, you can order direct or you can keep checking the auction sites.

 

Hey 'Life is a game' problem is the rules SUCK....HA HA

 

the History Channel's Civil War game is kinda fun. Lot's of tactical stuff and the guys die horribly...likes of grunting and screaming, crumbling to the ground....and yes, you can make the South win!!!

see yuh

 

[mississippi]

the south did win

 

Here's a screen shot from the game.

I clicked on EVERY button on that pic and nothing happened.... :crackup: :crackup: :crackup:

Woody

 

Here's a screen shot from the game.

I clicked on EVERY button on that pic and nothing happened.... :crackup: :crackup: :crackup:

Woody

funny thing is, i clicked on every button in the game and couldn't make them work, either....couldn't shoot a dang thing, then my stomach started rumbling. got bored and gave up on it.

Anyone manage to get it to work?

Confusdid Buffler

 

This is not exactly what you were looking for but worth a mention. We bought my friend's teenaged boys a board game for xmas all about hunting, fishing, camping and weapons. It covers a lot of stuff including BP stuff and was fun to play. It is called "Hunting and Fishing Trivia". About $25 at Gander Mountain.

 

[noahmercy]

Smoked, thanks fer chiming in with that. My Mom loves to play board games with my wife and I when we go over to visit and that would make a nice addition. She loves deer and elk hunting, fishing, and used to really love camping (before she had a couple of back surgeries). That should be right down our alley. :thumbsup:

 

[jtmattison]

I tried the mountain man computer game.
I've had more fun trimming my nose hairs!

Huntin

 

[shmrck1]

Smoked,
sounds like it mite be a good training tool for youngsters. is there a specific age group it is ment for??
i have some grandkids in the 8 to 12 age group that are into hunting and fishing. do you think they would enjoy this game?? your thoughts.
snake-eyes eace: :thumbsup:

 

[noahmercy]

Snake', truth be told, I think they might get a little bored. (Heck, I only play it five minutes a day...it's not very difficult or as riveting as some of my other games.) It's not a very "active" game like Spongebob or Mario (a couple of the most popular with pre-teens). It's laid back and more static. Some scenes can be viewed 360 degrees, others cannot. On the flip side, there's no gore and the only "violence" is the grizzlies and wolves trying to eat you in a couple spots. While there's no age on the package, it would seem to be appropriate for anyone who can tell a video game from reality. (Hey, I know a couple 20 year-olds who can't do that, so caveat emptor! ) To tell you the truth, the game Smoked recommended might be more exciting for the youngsters and would certainly be more educational. :m2c:

 

Snake-Eyes

I believe it is meant for children and adults but I don't have it here anymore 'cause it was for kids that have now gone back to Illinois. My wife thinks it was for 12 and up. But we played it with this kind group: 2 boys ages 12-13, 1 girl age 11, my wife (no age specified here, ha!), me, my buddy and his wife. My buddy's whole family likes to play games. We were all amazed at the variety and quality of the questions and some were easy for the wives/kids because they are all a little familiar with the subject areas. Between my buddy and I, we probably have 60 years of hunting and 60 years of fishing between us and my wife and I camped for about 30 years.

My buddy's oldest son, 13, got his first buck this year and both boys went hunting for their first time this year. I know they had fun playing the game as well as our wives. We all learned a few things too. There are questions on all sorts of game hunting (big & small), weapons including archery, centerfire and BP, fish and fishing gear, camping skills and knowledge.

Personally, the next time we get to a Gander Mountain, I would like to pick it up for ourselves. I think it would be a great way to spend and evening with friends and kids that know about or want to learn about the outdoors.