Jim Henson's The Hoobs (video game)
| Jim Henson's The Hoobs | |
|---|---|
| Developer(s) | Runecraft |
| Publisher(s) | Sony Computer Entertainment |
| Platform(s) | PlayStation |
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| Genre(s) | Educational |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
The Hoobs is a 2002 video game made for the PlayStation based on the show of the same name. It was developed by Runecraft and published by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe. The game follows Iver, Tula and Groove around Hoobland, as they learn about the world.
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The Hoobs is a BAFTA-winning children's television programme created and produced by The Jim Henson Company. It stars five creatures called Hoobs (Hubba Hubba, Iver, Groove, Tula, and Roma) from the fictional Hoobland, and their interactions with Earth and the human race. In each episode they try to find the answer to a question to be put in the great Hoobopaedia created by Hubba Hubba, back in Hoobland, in hopes of learning all there is to know. Hubba Hubba remains in Hoobland; Iver, Groove, and Tula live in the Hoobmobile; and Roma travels to all parts of the world. The five creatures are puppets, but the show also includes some animated sequences as well as live motion of human children who explain concepts to the Hoobs.
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Jim Hensons colorful creations, The Hoobs, have entertained TV audiences worldwide and are now bringing their muppet-style fun and learning to the PlayStation.
The Runecraft-developed game follows the adventures of Iver, Tula and Groove as they embark on a voyage of discovery around Hoobland, sharing their experiences with other Hoobs via an enormous database—known as the Hoobopaedia—as well as the local news station and the internet. Half action game, half edutainment title, kids stand to find a whole load of stuff just waiting to be discovered, as well as some interesting Hoob language. Released only in Europe.
Manufacturer's description:
Hoob! Hoob! Hooray! The Hoobs are here to play! Hop aboard the Hoobmobile with Iver, Tula and Groove and set off on a journey of exploration and discovery, music, dance and FUN. Parents: This Hoobashious game is both entertaining and educational, and not just for you, but for your Tiddlypeeps too! Hoobletoodledoo! Visit the icy arctic, the wild jungle, the rugged mountains, the sandy beach and the Hoobygroovy barnyard. Play fifteen mini-games including Hide and Seek, Matching Pairs and Feed the Chickens. Interact with Hoobloads of Tiddlypeeps to help Hoobs discover the answer to the question of the day.
Other websites[change | change source]
- Hoobsthegame.com, official site
- http://www.hoobsthegame.com/ Archived 2011-02-05 at the Wayback Machine