The Simpsons Game
About the Game
Bart Simpson goes to a video game store and buys a new ultra-violent Grand Theft Scratchy game, which is promptly confiscated by his mother Marge. Suddenly, a video game manual lands right in front of him. Miraculously, after having read the manual, the members of the Simpsons family discover that each of them possesses a unique superpower. Toying with these, however, attracts the attention of the aliens Kang and Kodos, who decide to invade the Earth.
Story & Setting
Some of the episodes parody a popular game or genre, having names like Medal of Homer or Neverquest .
Gameplay & Core Systems
Every episode is set in a different environment; some of the scenarios are based in Springfield, while others take players into meta-virtual worlds. Each stage features two members of the Simpson clan working together to achieve the goal. Players must switch back and forth using each family members' unique powers to complete the level. Most of the game's versions allow two-player cooperative play. The four controllable characters have their own unique abilities, which are used for combat, puzzle-solving, or exploration-related purposes.
Standout Features
- Bart Simpson goes to a video game store and buys a new ultra-violent Grand Theft Scratchy game, which is promptly confiscated by his mother Marge.
- Miraculously, after having read the manual, the members of the Simpsons family discover that each of them possesses a unique superpower.
- Simpson: Each stage features two members of the Simpson clan working together to achieve the goal.
- Players must switch back and forth using each family members' unique powers to complete the level.
- The four controllable characters have their own unique abilities, which are used for combat, puzzle-solving, or exploration-related purposes.
- Homer can expand into a rolling blob or inflate himself with helium and float for a while; later, he learns a few other transformation abilities.
- Bart can become Bartman, using a grappling hook to access certain areas, as well as move upwards in air streams with his cape.
- Lisa's main ability is called "Hand of Buddha", which is used mainly for moving around large objects; she can also play her saxophone to stun or confuse enemies.
Modes & Ways to Play
Every episode is set in a different environment; some of the scenarios are based in Springfield, while others take players into meta-virtual worlds. Most of the game's versions allow two-player cooperative play.
Player support includes Co-Op.
Presentation & Atmosphere
Every episode is set in a different environment; some of the scenarios are based in Springfield, while others take players into meta-virtual worlds.
Display support includes Progressive Scan (480p). Audio support includes Dolby Pro Logic II.
