Customer Reviews

The Simpsons Game

5 star:		(3)
4 star:		(10)
3 star:		(7)
2 star:		(8)
1 star:		(3)

 

 

I've been keeping an eye on the development of this game and I was really looking forward to its release. Now that I've had the chance to sit down and play it, I'm afraid it wasn't anything like I thought it would be.

Before I go into any negatives, I will say that the script/spoken dialog in the game is hilarious and features the original cast voices. The character animation is also done nicely. Unfortunately, that is where the positive comments end. The play control is a disaster. It was difficult to control the various special moves for each character and camera tracking was horrible. You can manually reposition the view point being shown, however I found myself constantly needing to do so in order to make my way through the levels. Overall, it just felt like I wasn't in control of the character and often times it was very frustrating trying to jump from platform to platform only to fall down and have to start a tedious process of getting back to where I was at all over again. The constant need to switch between characters became annoying as well. I really, really wanted to love this game, but I am so disappointed. I'm also really upset that I actually paid full price for this title as well. If this was $19.99 I wouldn't feel so burned right now.

I am a relatively new gamer, but a HUGE Simpson's fan and so was very excited about this game. I tried it out, and while it is way cool that they got the real voice actors to do the voices for the characters and the in between videos, and the graphics are also really cool (the characters look almost exactly like they do in the show); I was very disappointed. The main problem is that the game play is extremely difficult. To be clear, it isn't that the game itself is hard, but rather that the camera angle makes it really hard and extremely frustrating to play the game: it seems to always be in the wrong place. Another flaw (from a Wii perspective) is there is very little use of the Wii remotes capabilities. The later is forgivable given that it is a multi-platform game, but the previous is not forgivable (especially from someone like EA), if they had the camera placed correctly the game would be far less frustrating and much more enjoyable.

In short I am glad I was able to try the game out and not have to buy it. It might be worth it to me (for the Simpson's value alone) if the game was $20 dollars or so.

I think the developers just took on way too much to create a game that really works well. There are some parts that are very fun, but in general this game is way too frustrating. The camera has serious problems and creates situations in which you can't see what you need to do. Just when you think the game is over, it continues on with some bigger than mini-games which could have been games all on their own. Maybe if the developers didn't try to do so much, they could have worked out some of the kinks and made this a really great game. It certainly has the potential.

If you're a fan of the show, skip this review because you either 1) already own the game or 2) are going to buy it regardless of what the agnst-ridden teenage reviewers on Amazon write about it. Why? Because it features the full Simpsons cast, too many characters to count, and 37 original Simpson short clips.

For non-Simpsons fans, the concept is a lot of fun, but the gameplay can get boring at times. You work with characters and their special abilities to solve puzzles and beat challenges in each level. It's pretty easy, except the controls, like most 3D games, can drive you nuts at certain times. The camera is downright horrible in a handful of places. The visuals are very similar to the show, and the short clips (movies) are spot-on. Most of the later missions are clever parody, though pretty repetitive gameplay.

Update: After a few weeks of playing, I have to say I enjoyed myself, even though I found myself yelling at the television when I couldn't figure out my next move or time a jump exactly right. I adjusted the sensitivity of the X and Y axis on the controller, and that seemed to make a big difference. Co-op play was a clever addition to give the game a good amount of replay value. In fact, co-op is where the game shines. Playing with a partner is literally twice the fun. For the most part, the challenges are entertaining, and the script is a riot. Sure, the first couple of levels are a little too easy, but the game really picks up by the fourth mission. If you're bored early, give it a chance, the game definitely comes around.

I'm a huge Simpsons fan, and so far, the game has met all of my expectations. If I were not a Simpsons fan, I think this game would be more of a renter or a used-buy. It will crack everyone up, fan or not. The short clips are great, and a lot of the in-game dialogue (with the original cast) is witty and comical.

And, I don't want to spoil anything, but if you're still on the fence, let me utter these two words to help you make up your mind:

Mr. Sparkle.

My kids and I laugh a lot when we play this game. It's sort of predictable, but fun because you get comments from the Simpson characters. I did catch Willy cursing in it, so if you wouldn't watch the show, don't get the game. Good for the tween age group.

I think this game is a blast! The camera angle can drive me nuts at time but that wouldn't keep me from recommending this game! The only other bad thing I can say about it is the split screen for 2 players is side-by-side and that makes the screen too small for my tastes,lol. There was only 1 or 2 levels that 2 player almost was a must though. I did use a walkthrough guide a few times when I had no idea what to do...just google simpsons game walkthrough Wii and use the 1st choice in the results! I almost have it beat and then I will definitely play it again....and I am not much of a gamer,lol. There is some mild swearing in this game too!

The Simpsons Game was a relatively fun game. It has an interesting storyline and challenges some to an extent. I rate it four stars because I thought it was a good game and it involves the Simpsons, along with other negative aspects. One of those negative aspects are the camera angles, as written in almost all of these reviews. They are bad and move often. It reminds me of Mario 64. Another reason it is not as good as it could have been is Marge. She really brings the game down. Her special move is getting people to side with her. That is dumb. One of your missions with her is to clean up a ghetto. A friend of mine wanted to see the game and that was a mission I haven't done. Needless to say, we were both bored out of our minds and he never wants to see or play this game ever again. I changed his mind after I showed him a different mission, however. I just beat the game by the way. That is another reason it is not that great. It only took me a week even though I am very busy with school and work, leaving me with no time for video games. I wish it was a bit more challenging. Some parts are challenging due to camera angles and just plain getting stuck. It gets annoying. But all in all, I enjoyed myself while playing. I will definitely go back to the old missions and collect some things missed through-out the game. Oh, and the mini-games are kinda fun.

I bought this game when my girlfriend was visiting, because I heard that it had a great co-op mode and was pretty easy for all ages and gamer experience levels (she is not a gamer at all). What I heard was true on all accounts. We played the entire game in split screen co-op mode and had a blast. It makes doing all of the tasks a lot easier and allows both characters to basically free roam the entire level.

My only complaint is that it is a short game, since we beat it together in about 9-10 hours.

If you are simpsons fan and are looking for a good 2 player co-op game, then I would suggest getting this.

Fun platformer...all third person games have hinkey cameras, but this was not really a problem. I've enjoyed it !

I have watched The Simpsons for many years, and was looking forward to playing this game. However, it wasn't quite what I expected. The gameplay was boring and easy; thought bubbles tell you when you need to switch characters and little lights basically let you know where you need to go to advance the story. Enemies are too easy to defeat, and this game lacks any real challange. I would say it was designed for children, except that it has some adult jokes and references in it.

The animation is fantastic, as are the sound and music. The dialogue is is entertaining, and sometimes it makes you feel as though you are watching the show. There are also many inside jokes and references that fans of the show will enjoy.

A good game to rent if you are bored, but you probably don't want to waste more than $29.00 on it, if you buy it.