Common Sense Media Review
By Christy Matte
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Start your own wolf pack in this realistic adventure.
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WolfQuest
Parent and Kid Reviews
Based on 3 parent reviews
Based on 24 kid reviews
Kids say this game is a fun and educational experience where players immerse themselves in the life of a wolf, involving hunting, finding a mate, and raising pups. While many appreciate the game's realism and the ability to customize their wolf, some express concerns about the violence and need for in-game purchases, particularly for expanding gameplay features.
- educational experience
- customization options
- violence concerns
- in-game purchases
- fun gameplay
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What's It About?
WOLFQUEST follows the story of a lone wolf in search of a mate. The first chapter of the game is about staying fed, meeting other wolves, and eventually choosing a mate. The second chapter involves choosing a den, caring for wolf pups, marking your territory, and fending off predators. Eventually, you and your new pack must make a dangerous journey to a new home.
Is It Any Good?
WolfQuest is a compelling simulation that's bound to draw kids into what it is like to be a wolf. Using 3D graphics, the game immerses you in the story as you communicate with other wolves, warn off enemies, hunt prey, and raise a family. However, navigating using the keyboard can be frustrating. Once you get past that, however, WolfQuest is a fun way to learn more about wolves. The second chapter, in particular, is engaging and is broken up into several smaller tasks, making it easy to save.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the circle of life. Why do wolves kill other animals?
They can also talk about communication. How do wolves communicate? How is it different from the way we communicate? How is it the same?
There is some violence in this game when wolves kill or eat other animals. What is the impact of media violence on kids?
Game Details
- Platforms : Mac , Windows
- Subjects : Science : animals , life cycle
- Skills : Collaboration : cooperation , meeting challenges together , teamwork , Thinking & Reasoning : decision-making , hypothesis-testing , strategy , Self-Direction : time management , work to achieve goals
- Pricing structure : Free
- Available online? : Available online
- Publisher : Eduweb
- Release date : December 21, 2007
- Genre : Educational
- Topics : STEM , Animals ( Wild Animals )
- ESRB rating :
- Last updated : October 9, 2025
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