The Simpsons Game is the video game adaptation of the animated series with the whole family. Levels parodying video game genres, faithful Simpsons humour, 4-player co-op. Nostalgic and fun for fans of the cult series.
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Category
Action Adventure2 players12+
Co-op
Description
EA parodic platformer staging the Simpson family on a meta-ludic journey. Published by EA, released in Europe in November 2007. Platform-action with parody of iconic video games, over 16 themed levels, original Simpson actor voice acting, signature series humor, and local two-player co-op. European version.
Simpsons Game, The review
MAX
Art direction
★★★★★
"Iconic"
4/5
Music
★★★★★
"Excellent"
MAX
Story
★★★★★
"Masterful"
Springfield recreated with perfect faithfulness to the cartoon: yellow flats, crisp outlines and visual humour compose a genuine playable episode. The accuracy of the style and the inventiveness of the settings overflow with delightful references. This visual direction, faithful and polished, delights fans and players alike.
Becoming aware that they are the heroes of a video game, the famous yellow family sets off on an adventure that parodies the whole medium. A gleeful satire packed with nods, the tale embraces a delightful meta self-mockery and a humour faithful to the show. This referential romp, smarter than it looks, hits home for those in the know.
Is Simpsons Game, The still worth playing in 2026?
An action platformer from EA, The Simpsons Game has you play the family members in turn, each with special powers, in an adventure that breaks the fourth wall, gleefully parodying video games and pop culture. The humour faithful to the show, the incessant references and the variety of the characters' abilities make it a funny, inventive platformer. The sometimes stiff handling and a wayward camera weigh it down. A good game for fans of the Simpsons and lovers of parodic platforming and video game humour on PS3.
