This month, The Simpsons celebrates its 30th anniversary. The iconic family debuted on The Tracey Ullman Show in 1987, being the stars of some comedic shorts.

On December 17, 1989, however, the first full-length episode of The Simpsons premiered. That episode, “Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire,” was a lot of folks' first time seeing the animated sitcom family, and the first chapter in what would become a massively popular multimedia franchise.The show eventually spawned T-shirts, toys, comic books, a full-length film, and video games. In fact, there have been a lot of Simpsons video games over the past three decades — some folks might argue that there have been too many Simpsons games, as their quality has certainly been questionable. Thankfully, they haven't all been duds, and hidden with the nearly 30 installments of the Simpsons game series are a few high points.Without further adieu, here is the definitive list of the best Simpsons games ever. That's right: ever. Or, ya know, at least five pretty good ones.

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The Simpsons: Bart vs. The Space Mutants (1991). This is a tricky one. The Simpsons: Bart vs.

The Space Mutants gets a lot of hate, but I consider it to be more of a misunderstood diamond in the rough. It's by no means a perfect game, especially when it comes to the controls, which work well enough but aren't as precise as something like Super Mario Bros.

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There's still a lot to love about the game, though. The platforming is fun and challenging.

There are a lot of secrets to be discovered. And the game just shines with that classic Simpsons personality.Each level has different requirements, bringing some variety to the fold. In the first stage, you have to get rid of purple items. You use spray paint to turn a purple item orange. You launch fireworks at purple window blinds. The second level has you collecting hats, many of which are placed in tricky locations and require some dangerous platforming. There's a Krusty Land level, too, where the goal is to grab balloons or pop them with Bart's slingshot.There's a lot to do in Bart vs.

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The Space Mutants, and most of it is pretty cool. The game can get kind of frustrating, especially toward the end, but it's still a nicely designed Simpsons title. The Simpsons: Hit & Run (2003). For Simpsons fans, 2003's The Simpsons: Hit & Run was a dream come true. The game is set in an open world and lets players run amok in a living, breathing Springfield. The actual mission designs leave a bit to be desired, with a lot of them being basic fetch quests or simply requiring you to go from point A to point B. Still, it's cool driving around and seeing the Kwik-E-Mart, Moe's, Burns' Nuclear Power Plant, and other classic Simpsons locations.

There are obviously better open world games, but none let you explore the infamous town of Springfield.When The Simpsons: Road Rage first launched, all I wanted to do was hop out of the characters' cars and explore the world. While doing so isn't possible in that game, Hit & Run allows players to do just that. You could get out of your vehicle and see everything Springfield has to offer.

The game brings The Simpsons to life in a way never before possible, and it's freakin' cool because of it. The Simpsons Game (Console Version) (2007). In 2007, the same year we got The Simpsons Movie, we also got The Simpsons Game.

Don't let the timing fool you, though — this game wasn't a licensed tie-in to the movie, but rather an original adventure altogether. Penned by The Simpsons show writers, the game's original story is filled with tongue-in-cheek humor, referential jokes, and parodies of other games. It features a lot of great cut-scenes starring the series' massive cast of characters, and it's straight-up hilarious.While there's no driving gameplay in The Simpsons Game, the level and mission designs are superior compared to those of Hit & Run. In a perfect world, we would've gotten the driving gameplay of Hit & Run and the objectives from The Simpsons Game in one incredible package.

That said, even without the driving and open world Springfield, The Simpsons Game is a blast to play, and it's about as close as we've ever gotten to playing an actual episode of The Simpsons. The Simpsons (Arcade Game) (1991).

We got a lot of great coin-operated beat 'em ups during the height of the arcade era. While it arguably wasn't quite on the same level as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Turtles in Time or Double Dragon 2: The Revenge, The Simpsons — often referred to as The Simpsons arcade game — was still a wholly entertaining experience. Despite its simplicity, it's still a blast to play today.The game stars Homer, Marge, Bart, and Lisa, armed with fists, a vacuum cleaner, a skateboard, and a jump rope, respectively. The story sees the family chasing after Smithers, who, after robbing a jewelry store, also kidnaps Maggie after she grabs one of the diamonds he stole. Okay, so while I'd definitely say this is something Mr. Burns would do, I wouldn't really take Smithers for a common crook.

But whatevs!That weird story beat aside, it's pretty cool running around Springfield, Krusty Land, and the Nuclear Power Plant among other famous locations from the show. The beat 'em up gamplay isn't all that deep, but it's still highly enjoyable, thanks in large part to some really fun, larger-than-life bosses.The game was exclusive to arcades for a very long time until it finally got a release on the PlayStation Network on PS3 and Xbox Live Arcade on Xbox 360.

Sadly, that was short-lived as The Simpsons arcade game was pulled from both digital platforms a few years ago. Why, Konami, why?! The Simpsons Game (Nintendo DS) (2007). The DS version of The Simpsons Game is easily the greatest Simpsons video game ever made. In terms of its story, it's the same as its console brethren, featuring a lot of the same twists and turns, and using the same cartoon cut-scenes. The level themes are also the same across the two versions, with iconic stages like The Land of Chocolate and Duff Brewery taking center stage. In addition, all the pop culture and game parodies — The Legend of Zelda, Donkey Kong, Shadow of the Colossus, and countless others — are all there, too.The biggest difference in The Simpsons Game for DS is its 2D action-platforming gameplay.

The mechanics of the DS version are like a cross between a Mario game and The Simpsons arcade game. The controls work really well, the levels are expertly designed, and there's a solid degree of challenge. Not to mention the game utilizes the DS touch screen in some neat ways that add a completely new puzzle-y layer to the over experience.The primary flaw of The Simpsons Game on DS is that it's not longer.

You can finish it in a few hours, but during that time you'll have a blast. Typically, these 2D Nintendo DS versions of games were largely inferior — or at the very least, played second fiddle — when compared to their console counterparts.

Shockingly, that's not the case here. The Simpsons Game on home consoles is good, great even, but The Simpsons Game on Nintendo DS is a bit better overall thanks in part to its tighter level designs and touchscreen additions.Not to mention, that Pet Homer mini-game is kind of cool in a weird way.-Out of the almost 30 entries in the franchise, what's your favorite Simpsons game? Are you a Bart's Nightmare apologist? Do you consider The Simpsons: Tapped Out an underrated SimCity-like? Did you enjoy the Crazy Taxi style of The Simpsons: Road Rage?

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THIS GAME IS LIFE-RUININGLY FUN!From the writers of The Simpsons, comes the city building game that lets you create your own living, breathing Springfield! When Homer accidently causes a meltdown that wipes out Springfield, it’s up to you to clean up his mess we mean, help him rebuild it!Collect Your Favorite CharactersHelp reunite Homer with his loved ones - Marge, Lisa, Maggie (and even sometimes Bart) – as well as his not so loved ones, like Ned Flanders. Re-populate Springfield with your favorite characters, from Barflies (Barney Gumble) to Wise Guys (Fat Tony). Add them all, we won’t judge! Dress your characters to the nines with options like Daredevil Bart or Lizard Queen Lisa, and relive scenes from your favorite episodes of The Simpsons!Take Charge of Your SpringfieldCan’t control your own life?

Now you can control the lives of the citizens of Springfield instead! Make Apu work ridiculously long shifts at the Kwik-E-Mart, have Moe smuggle illegal animals, or make Homer toil poolside all day that last one might not be so bad.Build Your Own SpringfieldThink Homer deserves to live next door to Moe’s? Or the monorail can survive a few more sharp twists and turns? Well you can finally make Springfield just the way you want it! Expand your town to the Waterfront, grow its businesses with the glamourous shops of Springfield Heights, and enjoy its sights, all with only a few taps.Experience Unique Simpsons StoriesCatch exclusive animated scenes and new hilarious stories from the writers of The Simpsons. You know they’re good because they write for The Simpsons! Tapped Out is the most life-ruiningly fun Simpsons game you can play!Always Something New for Your Favorite TownSpringfield might perpetually be on the verge of destruction, buy hey, at least it’s never boring.

Whether it’s Halloween monster invasions, superheroes run amok, or chaos caused by one of Homer’s “great” ideas, you’ve got never-ending options to tap!.This game downloads additional content on first launch that can be up to 1.5GB based on device. We recommend connecting to WIFI the first time you play. This game is also supported with regularly occurring content updates that require additional downloads when released. Please be patient while it loads (we promise it’s worth the wait).User Agreement: terms.ea.comVisit for assistance or inquiries.EA may retire online features and services after 30 days’ notice posted on www.ea.com/1/service-updates.Important Consumer Information. This app: Requires a persistent Internet connection (network fees may apply); Requires acceptance of EA’s Privacy & Cookie Policy and User Agreement.; Origin mobile services are included with this Application. See and End User License Agreement for details; EA may retire online features and services after 30 days’ notice posted on www.ea.com/1/service-updates; EA may retire online features and services after 30-days notice per e-mail (if available) and posted on www.ea.com/de/1/service-updates; Collects data though third party ad serving and analytics technology (See Privacy & Cookie Policy for details); Contains direct links to social networking sites intended for an audience over 13.Do Not Sell My Personal Information: https://tos.ea.com/legalapp/WEBPRIVACYCA/US/en/PC/.

By purchasing this item, you are transacting with Google Payments and agreeing to the Google Payments. AFinitDataCallback(key: 'ds:17', isError: false, hash: '19', data:functionreturn 'gp:AOqpTOG7c65ENIkXENf2PCVoCmWEQb3IxZSZtQM2c6wJRmBvs-yxEDJqurTryTxwr3XKl3HpjkmYxXbLRFfjg','Laura wulf',null,2,null,null,null,'seen previous complaints (which is why i uninstalled the first time) but it requires way too much space. I apparently don't have enough space to even download it to begin with!

I uninstalled this game once before specifically for this issue (and also it rest my world and wouldn't let me log into my old origin account when I had rare characters and mass doughnuts). Last time I had it I had to delete ALL my other games and it still wasn't enough room! Fix this all and I'll give it 5 stars.' ,391000000,2,null,null,'8','Laura wulf',null,null,2,null,null,null,'Linden',null,2,null,null,null,'was awesome, loved playing it and building my springfield, and then it wouldn't even let me into my world. I would give it a 3 stars because it was great but then I couldn't play it anymore because it would always go to an error screen even when my wifi was working perfectly fine.' ,675000000,5,null,null,'5','Josie Linden',null,null,2,null,null,null,'Eavenson',null,2,null,null,null,'new update isn't working very well. Just gets stuck on the title screen while the doughnut spins round and round.

Can't play the game as of right now. The same thing is happening on my wife's phone, so I know it's the update and not my phone.

Hopefully this issue is fixed quickly because I'm loving the wrestling story.' ,606000000,84,null,null,'3','Kip Eavenson',null,null,2,null,null,null,'Welling',null,2,null,null,null,'going to lie but this game is great, I rated the graphics 5 star because it is identical from the show. The game is also detailed in storyline because usally games like this have no backstory, but the story says that Homer blew up everything and you get to rebuild.' ,46000000,0,null,null,'9','craig Welling',null,null,2,null,null,null,'G',null,2,null,null,null,'mildly fun to play and all but the only reason it takes 24 hours to complete anything is so people will buy gems. I'd laud the game for having no ads but all the ads in other apps are for the same money grabbing nonsense.

If all apps just required a one time payment instead of over loading on ads or taking gory god damn forever to complete a task in order to push the diamond(donut) purchases, we'd probably be less upset about the hardcore capitalism we're involving ourselves in.' ,481000000,42,null,null,'3','Chantell G',null,null,2,null,null,null,'Muff',null,2,null,null,null,'about when I'm donut grinding, the game doesnt crash and erase insane amounts of XP and waste millions of my dollars?

At this point in the game, that's really all I have to play for, and when my in-game money and XP is wasted, along with my time, my motivation to keep playing becomes nonexistent.' ,112000000,8,null,null,'9','Smokey Muff',null,null,2,null,null,null,'Zimdars',null,2,null,null,null,'- majority of characters are stuck on 'buy milk' task. Every time I complete task they automatically start over. This is endless and continues after restarting, uninstalling / reinstalling. Cannot participate in any storyline. ,907000000,2,null,null,'4','Steven Zimdars',null,null,2,null,null,null,'May Massaro',null,2,null,null,null,'LOVE IT! I'VE BEEN PLAYING FOR OVER 5 YEARS NOW AND LIKE EVERYTHING ABOUT THE GAME.

THE ONLY PROBLEM I HAVE IS I CANT GET ANYMORE BENEFITS FROM GOING TO MY FRIENDS TOWNS BECAUSE IT SAYS IM AT THE MAXIMUM LIMIT. ARE THEY GOING TO FIX THAT?' ,939000000,0,null,null,'1','Brandy May Massaro',null,null,2,null,null,null,'s',null,2,null,null,null,'game has not worked now for almost 48 hours so it's hard to complete your challenges in the time frame when it is not a reliable connection with your server. Please fix the issue',741000000,4,null,null,'6','Tim s',null,null,2,null,null,null,'Hill',null,2,nu.