Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is Pioneering: Explore the Early American West an educational game?

A: No, or at least it is not intended as such. Pioneering plays in a similar way to games such as Fable II and Fallout 3 that emphasise open world environments and differing routes to completion. For example, a major component of Pioneering is the property purchasing system that allows you to earn money from rent but, more importantly, give "life goals". Along with certain missions and marriage, property purchasing is essential to complete the game, but is is also possible to complete the game by gaining large amounts of money or a very high conscience level - completely ignoring the acquisition of property. That said, the game contains a number of historical facts and quotes that give much greater context to the gameplay and certain issues attached to the expansion of Euro-Americans across the continent, typically at the expense of Native Americans, are explored in the game.

Pioneering: Virtual Boonesborough, however, is an educational title. This game is entirely non-violent and instead focuses upon exploration with the accumulation of historic knowledge as the game's main goal.

Q: I am not particularly computer literate and rarely play games but the subject matter interests me. Should I still try playing?

A: Absolutely! We have designed Pioneering so that anyone can pick up and begin playing. The game starts at a very gentle pace, introducing the basics such as control in very easy to understand language (i.e. no jargon!)

Q: What period does this game cover?

A: Roughly the opening of the Kentucky frontier, around 1775-1778.

Q: How much will the game cost?

A: At the moment no pricing for this game has been set.

Q: When can I download the game?

A: We hope to launch the full version of the title this autumn

Q: I'm really interested in the period covered by this game, could you suggest some further reading?

A: Yes, this will be covered in our forthcoming blog.

Q: What is a "Hunter of Kentucky"?

A: The Hunters of Kentucky, as referenced in the game's title, was a phrase Kentuckians used to describe their pioneers in the early 19th century.

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