Disney's Animated Storybook: The Hunchback of Notre Dame (PC) Playthrough
3Playthrough of Disney Interactive's 1996 interactive storybook for Windows, Disney's Animated Storybook: The Hunchback of Notre Dame.
Disney's Animated Storybook: The Hunchback of Notre Dame is an interactive storybook game for PC that is part of Disney's series of educational titles from the 1990s. It follows the storyline of the animated film "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" through narrated scenes, interactive pages, and simple activities designed for young children.
The game tells the story of Quasimodo, the bell ringer of Notre Dame Cathedral, as he steps out of his tower and forms a friendship with the kind-hearted Esmeralda. Children click through animated pages that bring the story to life with voice acting, music, and a visual style that reflects the film. Each page includes interactive elements—clicking on objects or characters triggers animations and sound effects that make the experience lively and engaging.
Alongside the main story, the game includes mini-games and puzzles such as memory matches, mazes, and other activities that relate to the story. These interactive moments encourage exploration and reward curiosity, blending play with gentle educational value.
The visuals use 2D hand-drawn animation that stays true to the look of the movie, with colorful scenes and familiar characters. The soundtrack features music from the film and voice work that either matches or closely imitates the original cast. It runs on classic Windows and Macintosh systems and, while dated by today's standards, still offers a nostalgic and polished experience.
Disney's Animated Storybook: The Hunchback of Notre Dame remains a charming combination of storytelling and interactivity. It brings the world of the film to life in a way that invites young players to read, explore, and engage with the story, all while maintaining the emotional heart and artistic spirit of the original movie.