Total Game Boy


Elmo 123
By New Kid Co
Game Boy Color

 
Published in Total Game Boy Issue 15

A game to help teach children to count - a starting point for mathematics

Elmo 123

Most of those just out of babyhood are, as a general rule, introduced to one of America's favourite exports, Sesame Street, so this game is ideal for those just beginning to gain an interest in all-things technological. Bonsai Entertainment has certainly done a good job! It has created a game which is not only educational, but also aesthetically pleasing for those little eyes. It is learning, but planned in such a way that children will not even realise its educational value.

Easy As 1,2,3

Kids will want to play again and again, which can be seen as a positive reaction, because this game not only enables your little nippers to practise their counting skills, but also encourages them to learn their number bonds to ten and beyond. Subtraction skills are also incorporated into Elmo 123. The graphics are superb and variety is provided through the mini-games, making this a great game for tiny terrors!

Verdict

Graphics 80%
An effort has been made.

Sesame Street: Elmo's 123

Sound 60%
Goes with the game!

Playability 60%
Elmo makes gameplay fun!

Lastability 60%
Won't keep 'em quiet forever...

Overall 70%
If you love Elmo, you'll love Elmo 123.