The Wii version suffers from clunky, unrefined controls which make the game a real burden to play; and had the game not have had the Simpsons brand backing it up, then I probably wouldn't have bothered persisting with this game which was obviously rushed out in order to meet its deadline. I've also played the PS3 version, and the controls are only slightly improved over that of the Wii, however the poor controls seem to be universal across all platforms. The DS version however, which was designed separately from its console brothers (even though the storyline and level locations are largely the same), is a side-scroller which plays a lot better than the meatier console versions. If you can, give the DS version a try as its technically, the most refined version of the lot. Content wise, there is frequent hand-on-hand and projectile combat in The Simpsons Game, however the violence is cartoonish and is unlikely to cause concern (although some may be concerned by violence directed at child characters, which can be perpetrated by adult characters). There is also some very mild language throughout the game which is unlikely to cause concern, and the game contains two uses of mild coarse language in the form of "b-tch", which is used in two cut-scenes in the console versions of the games, and just once in the DS version. One level, which parodies the Grand Theft Auto series of games, features cat and mouse pimps and prostitutes, however, sexual innuendo is fairly minimal and is likely to fly over the heads of younger gamers. The DS version is accessible for gamers of all ages, however, younger children may struggle with the flunky controls of the Wii/PS3/PS2/360/PSP versions. Worth a rental for casual Simpsons fans.
The Simpsons Game
(2007, Video Games - Action/Adventure, Rated T, Play it on: Nintendo DS, Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PSP, Xbox 360)Ratings at a Glance
| 50% | of parents say there are good role models |
| 50% | of parents say kids find it easy to play |
| 50% | of parents don't think the messages are positive |
| 50% | of parents say there's too much drinking, drugs, or smoking |
| 50% | of parents say they notice product placement |
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Most Recent Reviews
Parent & Educator Reviewers Say | Kid Reviewers Say
- I rate this title iffy for age 7 and give it
Best on DS
- I rate this title iffy for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
- Easy to play
Fantastic Game That Lives Up to the Television Series!!
"The Simpsons Game" is as good as a game based on a TV show gets. It's hilarious and fun. The game is just as good as the TV show because it is just one long game mocking video games and other media such as "Batman", "World of Warcraft", "Metel of Honor", and "Pokemon". It is an original story and very creative. The humor in the game will attract older fans more than kids because the jokes are aimed toward them, but not because of adult themes. The jokes appeal to adults and older teens more because of the references to games that kids may have never played nor would they have interest in playing. Things to look out for: References to alcohol and drug use are very mild and just might go over a kid's head. Violence is very cartoony and funny sometimes (ie: Homer eats living chocolate bunnies, the bunnies let out bloodcurtling screams of confusion and horror). Also, there is one scene where Bart and Lisa are inside a factory that makes video games and there is an extended sequence where they are inside the "blood factory" and everything is covered in blood as well as blood shooting out of pipes like waterfalls. Language is a bit stronger than in the series, but just like a TV show the characters do get bleeped (this happenes 2 times in the game) what is not bleeped are words such as "d*mn", "h*ll", "bi*ch" and in an extended sequence making fun of "Grand Theft Auto" the words "h*" and "pimp" can be heard several times. Product placement is obvious, especially in the ending of the game where Matt Groening places his characters from "Futurama" in the game as well as other consoles such as Playstation, Xbox 360, and the Wii. Product placement also occurs in the fact that entire segments of the game are devoted to mocking other games by placing "The Simpsons" characters in the middle of the game being made fun of. I put Messages Aren't Positive for one reason: Religion is mocked. The entire ending level of the game (lasting a good 40 minutes of gameplay) takes place in Heaven and the game is won by defeating God in a game of "Dance Dance Revolution". It is a funny idea because of its absurdity. I doubt that Matt Groening was intentionally trying to offend, it is just supposed to be an abusurd idea to play against the Lord in "Dance Dance Revolution". The game shows good role models in the fact that the Simpson family works together to save each other and also Marge strives to make the world a better place for her kids in a humorous way. Bottom line: Fun to play, original and hilarious. Ages 12+. 5/5 stars. Enjoy.
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
Best. Game. Ever.
My headline says it all! No questions!
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give it
Good game
I just hope you won't be offended by the crude humor if you're young.
- I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give it
Silly game provides crude laughs
Sexual Content (Pause): Some sexual references. Violence (Pause): Lots of cartoon violence, and gallons of blood in one level. Language (Pause): A couple of uses of "hell", "damn", "crap", and "bitch". Social Behavior (Pause): Marge and Lisa are strong female characters, but Homer and Bart (along with many other characters) are bad role models. Some crude humor. Commercialism (Pause): Some references to other video games. Drug/Alcohol/Tobacco (Pause): References to drinking and smoking. Educational Value (Not an Issue): None.
Parent & Educator Reviewers Say | Kid Reviewers Say
- I rate this title iffy for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Negative role models
Off 9- Iffy 10-12 On 13+
Seems pretty cool, but probably not that appropriate 4 me.
- I rate this title on for age 9 and give it
love it
the best game ever
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
- Negative role models
- My highlights are:
- Easy to play
Perfect for older KIDS (10+)
Awesome, it is the best game the world has ever seen
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Negative role models
- My highlights are:
- Safety isn't an issue
a new episode
the simpsons game was very hyped up because of the movie. Homer still drinks and still makes sexual refrences he still even swears its actually just an overlong simpsons episode just didn't like it
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
Amasing Game To Play
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
- My highlights are:
- Easy to play
- I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Easy to play
okay
okay but the tv show is better
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- My highlights are:
- Easy to play
The TV Show Based Game Is A Hit!
This Game Is Awesome. You'd think that a game based off of a TV show would suck, but it's actually really fun. I own it for the XBOX 360 and I've beat it a lot and I still enjoy it. Overall the violence is cartoony, but the game's only rated for "Animated Blood" because in the level "Enter The Cheatrix", there is a "blood factory" in one room where there are 2 huge barrels with gallons of blood in it, and when you remove the tubes on the side, the blood drains out. But the blood doesn't look real and it's only for that one part of the level. So if you love the show, you'll for sure love the game because the classic humor from the show stays.
- I rate this title iffy for age 9 and give it
amazing
When I played it with my friend at his house I thoght it might be a little iffy but boy was I wrong. sure there was d**b d****t I didn't get that far but it was halious. The first level you are in Homers dream and it's nothing but sweats and you have to fight evil chocolate bunnies at the end theres a little clip that Homer says not dreaming not dreaming and wakes up and says d****t I was dreaming why can't the world be made of sweats and everything you can eat d**b you reality. I say if you are 9 and up and don't do anything they do your okay.
- I rate this title iffy for age 12 and give it
wow
It is a lot of fun to play.They say things like "Oh!D**n my choclate nerves!" "Your son is below average!" "Bart hates you!" . I think it has a reasonable rating of T. E 10+ really isn't a reasonable rating.But the common sense rating 12+ is good.
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
I laughed
And again another review The Simpson’s game is a really funny game. Violence: No blood but you hit people or with special powers. If you hit someone twice in Springfield they run away screaming if you hit them constantly they fall down on the ground (10 secs and they get back up). Language: C**p, Damn, hell, ass light casual swearing bi**h is said although one level Grand Theft Scratchy Marge say’s it a lot but it is talking about DOGS. Drugs Social behaviour and Sex: A bit of smoking and drinking. Nothing that bad. A bit of sex references but no nakedness. Message: Nothing much just save Springfield.
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
To those who say NO
To all of you out there who say this is a bad game, with profanity, just don't buy it. Some parents really don't care and they watch the show. The kids probably already know what the stuff means if they didn't tell their parents anyway.
- I rate this title off for age 17 and give it
This game is not suitable for kids!
Sexual Content: Some sexual references. Like rude acroynms. Violence: Some blood is used. Langauge: 3 F-words 1 S-word and some uses of hell, damn and the A-word. Drugs/Alcohol/Tobacco: Some references to alcohol and tobacco.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
- I rate this title off for age 2 and give it
good game not appropriate
everybody is a fan of the simpsons. unfortunately this video game has too many references to sex and strong language. Some very religious references such as when god said oh f--- It was censored but implying profanity is just as bad. I think this game should have received the M rating. Alot of simpsons fans will think i am crazy but that's their problem. Some sexual themes are present such as when homer yells"whoo hoo marital sex" i recommend this game for 15-17 year olds. no sexual content.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
I got the DS VERSION and it was ok i never get to finish the heaven part,but the part when you have to fight the aliens in the mall they may mention the word "sex" and the opening part when Homer and Marge are dressed up as Zelda characers they may flirt a bit..but i actually recomend this 12 and up for DS VERSION!
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
really funny
Funny action packed game that brings the simpsons to life.
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
awesome
this game is awesome! you get to go around and fight crime and when your marge you try to cancel the making of an "inappropriate" video game called,"Grand Theft Scratchy". In the end of the game you have to beat God in DDR. i highly recommend this game!!!
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
Good Stuff
The Simpsons Game as any other game is a good game for their fans. If you watch The Simpsons regularly then this is a must buy or rent. To understand the inside jokes that make it fun or fun-ny, you have to watch the Simpsons regularly. The game is pretty fun and has collectibles and video game cliches by the comic book guy. There are different episodes, and beating them can get frustrating sometimes, but iyou'll beat it eventually ( a few more tries is all it takes)!
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
fun
this game rocks almost as good as the show
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
Play this game today.
Obviously, this is a game that took the whole market by suprise. This game is aimed at kids and has the storylines of many The Simpsons episodes. There are continuous funny references that will keep you coming for more and more... There is not a lot of content in this game worth worrying about. Violence is iffy as you can attack other characters, and there is a spoof of the WW2 game "Medal of Honour" which contains some blood. The language is mild, but there is some of it. The Social Behaviour is not an issue and Bart and Homer must try and stop some kids stealing from the Museum. Coolchris330, Also, this review is based on the WII version of the game, not all of the facts expressed on this review are true to other platform versions.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
i love this game
this is a really good game and for people my age
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
nice!
I played this game at my friends house and the graphics were intense. Make a Windows Version, somebody! the comments were funny and i thought the loading screen w/ itchy/Scratchy was brilliant Bye
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
Great
I loved the game, but they did a pretty good job of trashing GTA: Vice City
