Matchbox Caterpillar Big Dirt Movers
Matchbox Big Dirt Movers PC CD kids build construction trucks mine machines game
Children
Windows
Mattel
1999
CD
$2.48
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Bring your backyard to the computer screen in Mattel Media's Matchbox Caterpillar Big Dirt Movers. Featuring five unique construction and building zones and a fleet of ten Caterpillar machines, the game offers three modes of play -- exploration, task-based or beat the clock, each with its own rewards for completion and a printable certification of achievement -- 15 levels in total. Additionally, three levels of difficulty (easy, medium and hard) are provided in each zone.
An in-game CAT Encyclopedia offers insight into each of the ten vehicles you'll be using, accessible from the game's Command Center where all options are selected prior to the game's start. The tasks vary within each zone, ranging from simply moving dirt to excavations, creating and paving roads, ensuring proper materials for each job (sand, crushed rock, etc.), erecting bridges, toppling trees and more.
The zones consist of The Quarry, a rough, rocky environment with six pits located around the site -- it's rumored there's hidden treasure there so you'll need to hone your mining skills. At the Beach Zone you'll have to hurry to save the sandcastle and restore the eroding beach from the devastation caused by an unsecured garden hose (you see the entire game from a Matchbox-size perspective). Jump to the City Zone where rusted old cars must be cleared out and derelict buildings demolished to make way for a new park.
Get busy constructing an airport to handle waiting passengers in the Airport Construction Zone -- start with a plot of dirt, excavate, mold and create drainage conduits. You'll see the airport actually spring up around you as you clear the land and create the areas needed. Finally there's the Blast Zone where you've got to move a mountain or two -- people are counting on you to clear a passageway over this rough terrain.
The Matchbox vehicles used in the game include the Dozer, Material Handler, Compactor, Motor Grader, Asphalt Paver, Front Shovel, the Truck, Wrecking Ball, Backhoe and Pipelayer. Matchbox Caterpillar Big Dirt Movers is designed for children five years old and up and focuses on learning skills like carrying out logic-based tasks, following instructions and computer use while employing a simplified interface system.
For Windows (32-bit Systems) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
An in-game CAT Encyclopedia offers insight into each of the ten vehicles you'll be using, accessible from the game's Command Center where all options are selected prior to the game's start. The tasks vary within each zone, ranging from simply moving dirt to excavations, creating and paving roads, ensuring proper materials for each job (sand, crushed rock, etc.), erecting bridges, toppling trees and more.
The zones consist of The Quarry, a rough, rocky environment with six pits located around the site -- it's rumored there's hidden treasure there so you'll need to hone your mining skills. At the Beach Zone you'll have to hurry to save the sandcastle and restore the eroding beach from the devastation caused by an unsecured garden hose (you see the entire game from a Matchbox-size perspective). Jump to the City Zone where rusted old cars must be cleared out and derelict buildings demolished to make way for a new park.
Get busy constructing an airport to handle waiting passengers in the Airport Construction Zone -- start with a plot of dirt, excavate, mold and create drainage conduits. You'll see the airport actually spring up around you as you clear the land and create the areas needed. Finally there's the Blast Zone where you've got to move a mountain or two -- people are counting on you to clear a passageway over this rough terrain.
The Matchbox vehicles used in the game include the Dozer, Material Handler, Compactor, Motor Grader, Asphalt Paver, Front Shovel, the Truck, Wrecking Ball, Backhoe and Pipelayer. Matchbox Caterpillar Big Dirt Movers is designed for children five years old and up and focuses on learning skills like carrying out logic-based tasks, following instructions and computer use while employing a simplified interface system.
For Windows (32-bit Systems) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
WHAT YOU GET:
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64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
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This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMOOTH PURCHASE:
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We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
