3-D Dinosaur Adventure is presented as a theme park, with areas for the player to explore, including an encyclopedia, a quiz, and a virtual museum.

[1] On July 5, 1995, Random House Children's Books entered into an agreement where they would handle distribution of all Knowledge Adventure software titles in the U.K. and Ireland, given the right to repackage, reprice, and readjust wherever necessary for each target market.

[4] 3-D Dinosaur Adventure was reviewed in the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Guide Book where it was praised for its "text, beautiful graphics, and amazing sound effects".

[6] The Educational Technology Handbook praised the game's animation sequences for bringing the experience to life in a way that students would remember.

[7] PC Mag noted the high tech effects were limited,[8] though thought the title was a good reference tool.