Jul 28, 2015 Do the publishers have a say in a game being added to steam? Because I;m fairly sure that Sierra Entertainment (Publishers of simpsons hit and run) are defunct. Like say I developed a game for the Xbox, and enough fans wanted it, I guess I'd chat to Steam support or whoever and try and get it ported and useable on Steam.
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The Simpsons
DOS - 1991
Also available on: Commodore 64
Description of The Simpsons
Read Full DescriptionA great conversion of the arcade game of the same name, based on one of the world's most popular cartoon series of all time, Konami's The Simpsons features great graphics (for its time, of course), fluid animation, and best of all-- faithful characters' personalities and gameworld that truly brings the Simpsons' Springfield to life.
In this episode, the Simpson's troubles begins when Mr. Smithers has kidnapped Maggie right in front of her family. Your mission is to rescue the youngest Simpson from the clutches of the evil sycophant. You can choose to play as any of the remaining Simpsons, each with his or her own characteristics that fans will instantly recognize. Bart is the most fun of the bunch: he scoots around on his skateboard, which he can use to whack people with the skateboard, or jump over them. When he dies, a devilishly red Bart (complete with pitchfork) hovers over the corpse, and (if you have any remaining lives) the new Bart zooms in in his Bartman costume.
The second-most fun character to play is Marge, who wields a mighty Hoover vacuum cleaner as her weapon. Lisa swings her jumprope around like a whip, and is the most difficult character to play because of her low health level and limited attacks. Lastly, Homer simply punches the bad guys with his fists, but can endure a lot of damage before dying. Most bad guys are dressed in purple suits, but many of them are disguised as nonchalant citizens who quickly ambush you by surprise. All of the game's 8 levels ('stages') and 2 bonus levels take place in locations from the show that are faithfully recreated, including the Springfield Cemetery, Moe's Tavern, Krustyland, and even The Nuclear Power Plant.
Although The Simpsons offers two-player mode, Konami unfortunately removed the 'team play' feature in the arcade original that offers new attack modes when two players team up (e.g. Bart can hope on to Homer's shoulders, and Marge and Homer can tumble together like human wheel). However, there are still many creative weapons that scatter around the screen (my favorites being the slingshot and snowball), as well as food and other items, that gameplay is always refreshing.
Overall, this is a great game based on the show, and a must-play for every Simpsons and platform game fan. Just be wary of very difficult end-level bosses. Two thumbs up!
Review By HOTUD
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Comments and reviews
Fabio Gamer992019-06-020 point
does work on Windows 7?
need help2018-07-182 points
how do i attack im really confused
Petr Zoufalý2017-05-200 point DOS version
I must use fn with insert on my notebook but it is worthless, otherwise, i can attack :)
Virginsteele2016-03-301 point
Arrow keys to control, and DEL to jump, INS to attack.
I can't get the sound to work on DOSBOX, any ideas?
1up pro2016-01-243 points DOS version
This isn't compatible with 64-bit windows, can someone help me???
Timmy2015-08-02-1 point DOS version
This game movie is cool.
George2014-10-130 point DOS version
really keen to play, but it won't let me select a character!!!!
anthonymason1032014-05-11-1 point DOS version
Thanks
Edd0042014-04-27-3 points DOS version
hello, i use d-fend to play it...i just only can moves..i can't attack .-. help
antonis2014-03-250 point DOS version
nice game!
Marttheking2014-02-050 point DOS version
WOw Thanks Very awsome of all you guys
sup2013-08-180 point DOS version
Cool
marco2012-10-260 point DOS version
wonderful
jimjam2011-07-080 point DOS version
nice! i remember playing this game at the arcade, thanks.
Mandrake12011-05-040 point DOS version
I prefer the MAME VERSION (the original game), but thanks :)
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DOS Version
Commodore 64 Version
- Year:1991
- Publisher:Konami, Inc.
- Developer:Konami Industry Co. Ltd.
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