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Metacritic 7013+

The Simpsons Game

Electronic Arts|2007ArcadePlatformer

LumiScore

56

out of 100

Appropriate for ages 13+ with parental supervision

120+ min/day recommended

Scored 3 days ago · Methodology v1.0 · 49-dim rubric · Last updated 1 week ago

Score breakdown

Benefits: higher is better. Risks: lower is better. Values highlighted when <30 or >70.

Growth

40/100

Growth Value

  • Hand-Eye Coordination
  • Teamwork
  • Problem Solving

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

This game is a fun, classic action-platformer based on The Simpsons. It's rated T for Teen due to cartoon violence and mild thematic elements, similar to the TV show. It offers good cognitive and motor skill development without the modern risks of microtransactions or social pressures.

Top Skills Developed

Hand-Eye Coordination5/5
Teamwork4/5
Problem Solving3/5
Spatial Awareness3/5
Memory & Attention3/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
42
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
27
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
55
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)40/100

Representation?How diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.

Gender balance
3/3
Ethnic diversity
1/3

Bechdel Test?The Bechdel Test checks whether a game has at least two named female characters who talk to each other about something other than a man. A simple measure of representation.Passes the test

Marge and Lisa are playable characters and interact, likely discussing their powers or the mission.

Parent Pro-Tip

Engaging storyline, promotes problem-solving and motor skills, and offers a humorous experience with familiar characters.

What your child develops

The Simpsons Game offers a humorous and engaging action-comedy experience, promoting problem-solving, spatial awareness, and hand-eye coordination through its platforming gameplay. Players can enjoy a rich storyline crafted by the show's writers and experience the fun of playing as the iconic Simpsons family.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~4hReviewed Apr 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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About this game

THE SIMPSONS GAME features a hilarious, sprawling, and mind-busting storyline crafted by the TV show's Emmy Award-winning writers. The action-comedy will also feature the full cast of voice actors from the TV show who will reprise their roles for the game.