Bison are the slowest moving targets and yielded the most food, while rabbits and squirrels were fast and offered very small amounts of food. Using guns and bullets bought over the course of play, players select the hunt option and hunt wild animals to add to their food reserves. All while learning about the history of the Oregon Trail.Īn important aspect of the game was the ability to hunt. Hunt for food, trade with other travelers, fight disease and discover new places. The goal of the game is to make it across the Oregon Trail with limited resources, fighting the elements without losing your family.
