The Simpsons: Tapped Out

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 11
  3. Negative: 2 out of 11
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  1. Slide to Play
    Mar 1, 2012
    100
    A pretty standard social game, with two big differences: it's incredibly polished, and it knows its audience inside-out. It's a must-play for fans of the show, past and present. Its charm and style will embiggen your heart and soul.
  2. Thunderbolt
    Sep 25, 2012
    90
    It may not have the depth of Sim City or the dedicated following of FarmVille but Tapped Out is still a thoroughly entertaining and addictive experience; arguably the best videogame based on The Simpsons yet.
  3. GameOver.gr
    Sep 30, 2012
    80
    It's Cityville with the Simpsons, simple as that. Fans of the TV series should definitely try this out.
  5. Multiplayer.it
    Sep 7, 2012
    80
    A well done game, maybe simplified but very faithful to the TV series. It's entertaining and the interface works well; a must buy for all the fans with an Apple Device.
  6. Gamezebo
    Aug 22, 2012
    80
    Aside from its lack of any real innovation, the only nagging problem with The Simpsons: Tapped Out is its insistence that you connect to EA's Origin service, even if it's only used for online features such as visiting your friends' parallel Springfields for daily bonuses.
  7. Modojo
    Aug 20, 2012
    80
    The Simpsons: Tapped Out does nothing new when it comes to freemium gaming, but the opportunity to create one's personal Springfield, along with trademark Simpsons humor, makes it hard to resist. It's less "doh", and more "woo hoo."
  8. Impulsegamer
    Sep 5, 2012
    77
    If it weren't for unlocking more things and seeing what the different characters have to say, it can get a little boring and uninteresting.
  9. Game Revolution
    Sep 11, 2012
    50
    The Simpsons has everything you need for an excellent free-to-play game, including universal appeal, a wealth of material, and excellent little sound bytes like "D'oh" and Krusty's iconic laugh. It's just a shame that Electronics Arts has to choke the life out of that wonder with their oppressive Origin service.
  10. Pocket Gamer UK
    Mar 5, 2012
    50
    Trading on its licence and some scraps of humour from the Simpsons table, The Simpsons: Tapped Out is a bog-standard city sim with little to recommend it once you get past the Groening gloss.
  11. 148Apps
    Mar 2, 2012
    40
    This game is a slap in the face to Simpson fans everywhere, and doesn't deserve in the smallest amount of support.
  12. Eurogamer Germany
    Nov 16, 2012
    10
    Puzzlingly, it seems there are more than enough people whose standards for entertainment are low enough that companies can make a lot of money with products like The Simpsons: Tapped Out. The problem is, that this takes away resources for the development of 'real games'. Economically, it might be a sound strategy, but it's also one that could conceivably prompt me to quit this job some day.

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#5 Most Discussed iOS Game of 2012
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#26 Most Shared iOS Game of 2012

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6.5

Mixed or average reviews- based on 58 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 58
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 58
  3. Negative: 14 out of 58
  1. starmarx39
    Jun 2, 2013
    9
    This game is a well designed, incredibly rewarding social game using real-time to set characters on missions (each a set number of hours) andThis game is a well designed, incredibly rewarding social game using real-time to set characters on missions (each a set number of hours) and then returning later to collect the spoils of their labors. The game does have some very overpriced "donuts" being currency for premium content purchased with real cash, or won through the mystery box. It's fun, though you do need patience for this very addictive game. A must-have for any tablet owner… Full Review »
  2. numeric
    Aug 13, 2012
    7
    I've never played a game like this before, so this is coming from someone who is new to the whole "building a city" type game. I loved it.I've never played a game like this before, so this is coming from someone who is new to the whole "building a city" type game. I loved it. I've always loved anything Simpsons related and I took great joy in discovering new characters, missions, and buildings. But then the connection errors began... This game requires a connection to the EA servers at all times. This makes absolutely no sense to me and when it fails to connect (which seems to be often) you are unable to play the game at all. Thankfully I've not invested in buying special items (ie. donuts) so it's no loss for me. But I really miss this game. Haven't been able to connect to EA's servers for two days. When it works it's a lot of fun, but they need to fix this server nonsense.… Full Review »
  3. Kingofbajan
    Aug 30, 2021
    5
    Yeah, Simpsons Tapped Out gets very stale after playing for at least 30 minutes. I have been playing for almost 10 years, and back then,Yeah, Simpsons Tapped Out gets very stale after playing for at least 30 minutes. I have been playing for almost 10 years, and back then, Simpsons Tapped Out was super fun. Nowadays, I get very bored.
    So you basically start a town, get passed the tutorial, make a character complete a quest and wait 24 hours for the quest to be done. Like, what's next? Just wait? Like, seriously? There is nothing else to do then waiting for a long period of time and gain EXP; that just sounds super boring, and not as fun as it used be.
    The donuts is not worth the price. 12 donuts cost 1 dollar? Or, 2400 donuts cost $100? Bruh, not worth it. consider making the donuts like 5000, then that would be more of a fair deal, otherwise, no one is going to purchase donuts with that kind of a price, (IMO)!!
    The game does get less boring over time though, but for a new time player, you won't last 30 minutes and won't experience what it's like to be high-tier player.

    So really, the main concern is that the game is boring, and the amount of donuts you get for that specific price is no deal at all. Graphics are good, and I love the detail put into the game, but just change the quests and how long it's going to take for a character to complete.

    Thank you for reading my review. These are my opinions only, and you're always welcome to give feedback on my review.    … Full Review »
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