Overview
Released in 1987 and developed by Oxford Digital Enterprises Ltd., this digital adaptation aimed to capture the essence of the popular board game tailored specifically for the cultural touchstones familiar to the Baby Boomer generation. The game typically features trivia questions spanning various categories that would resonate with those born approximately between the mid-1940s and mid-1960s.
Gameplay
The gameplay follows the traditional Trivial Pursuit format, where players answer questions across several categories to earn pieces of a “pie.” The goal is to collect all the pieces by correctly answering questions in each category, and then correctly answer a final question to win the game. This edition is distinct for its question pool, which focuses heavily on themes and events that were prominent during the formative years of the Baby Boomer generation.
Features
- Specific Cultural Focus: Features a rich set of questions designed to appeal to Baby Boomers, with categories such as famous music, historical events, and notable personalities from that era.
- Classic Format: Faithful reproduction of the original game mechanics, offering a nostalgic trivia experience.
- Solo and Multiplayer Options: Can be enjoyed alone or with friends, making it versatile for various social settings.
Historical Context
The release of this special edition coincided with the late 1980s, a time when Baby Boomers were becoming a significant cultural and economic force. Tailoring a beloved game to this demographic underlined the commercial appeal of targeting specific age groups with cultural touchstones relevant to them.
Curiosities
This particular edition is one of the thematic spins on Trivial Pursuit that emerged in the late 1980s, a trend that continued to expand with numerous versions catering to various interests and historical periods. Despite being a digital version, the game stayed true to its board game roots, preserving the classic feel of playing Trivial Pursuit around a table with friends and family.
