List of The Simpsons video games

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The Simpsons video games
Genre(s)	Various
Developer(s)	Various
Publisher(s)	Various
Platform(s)	Arcade, NES, SNES, Sega Genesis, PlayStation, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows, iOS, Android
First release	The Simpsons 1991
Latest release	The Simpsons: Tapped Out 2012

The Simpsons video games are a series of video games based on the animated television series The Simpsons. The games have been released on various platforms and span multiple genres, including action, adventure, platform, and puzzle.

History

The first video game based on The Simpsons was the arcade game The Simpsons, released in 1991 by Konami. The game was a beat 'em up featuring the Simpson family as playable characters. Following the success of the arcade game, numerous other titles were developed and released on various home consoles and handheld devices.

Notable Games

• The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants (1991) - Released for the NES, Sega Genesis, and other platforms, this game features Bart Simpson trying to thwart an alien invasion.
• The Simpsons: Bart's Nightmare (1992) - A SNES and Sega Genesis game where Bart must navigate through his nightmares to complete his homework.
• The Simpsons: Hit & Run (2003) - An action-adventure game for the PlayStation 2, Xbox, and Microsoft Windows, often compared to the Grand Theft Auto series.
• The Simpsons Game (2007) - Released for multiple platforms, including the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, this game features the Simpson family in a parody of the video game industry.
• The Simpsons: Tapped Out (2012) - A freemium mobile game for iOS and Android devices, where players rebuild Springfield after a nuclear meltdown.

Gameplay

The gameplay of The Simpsons video games varies widely due to the different genres they encompass. Some games, like The Simpsons: Hit & Run, offer open-world exploration and mission-based gameplay, while others, like The Simpsons: Tapped Out, focus on city-building and resource management.

Development

Various developers and publishers have worked on The Simpsons video games over the years, including Konami, Electronic Arts, and THQ. The games often feature voice acting from the original cast of the television series, adding authenticity to the characters and storylines.

Reception

The reception of The Simpsons video games has been mixed. While some titles, such as The Simpsons: Hit & Run, have been praised for their engaging gameplay and faithful representation of the show, others have been criticized for poor controls and lackluster design.

Related Pages

• The Simpsons
• List of The Simpsons episodes
• The Simpsons (arcade game)
• The Simpsons: Hit & Run
• The Simpsons: Tapped Out

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