Blue's 123 Time Activities

Humongous Entertainment

Company type	Video game developer and publisher
Industry	Video games
Headquarters	United States
Products	Blue's 123 Time Activities

Blue's 123 Time Activities is an educational game released in 1999 by Humongous Entertainment, who also handled its development and publication. Designed for compatibility with Windows 95 and subsequent versions, as well as System 7.5.3 (PowerPC) up to Mac OS X Tiger, this title represents the third installment in the Blue's Clues video game franchise, which draws inspiration from the well-known Blue's Clues television program.

Gameplay

This interactive, educational point-and-click game aims to enhance mathematical abilities through engaging activities. Players are accompanied by characters Steve Burns and Blue as they work through challenges centered on measurement, estimation, weight, pattern recognition, and counting skills.

Critical reception

Critics responded positively to the game's educational design and engaging content. SuperKids commended its "pleasant, non-threatening" approach to teaching math, while Review Corner praised the "excellent activities" and the game's replayability. According to Allgame, the game successfully captures the essence of the TV show's style. KidSource referred to it as a "high-performance multimedia program," and Discovery Education highlighted its effective combination of learning and fun. Additional accolades included Sonic describing it as "wonderful" and Parent's Choice calling it "charming." Educational professionals from the University of Texas gave strong recommendations for this title. The adjustable difficulty feature was noted for allowing children to learn at a comfortable pace. Visuals and sound design were also lauded for their close resemblance to the original television series.

The game earned the 1999/2000 BESSIE Award in the Math category.

Reviews

• Macworld - October 1, 1999
• All Game Guide - 1999