Game Boy · Platformer
The Simpsons: Bart & the Beanstalk
Certified classic
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Software Creations |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | The Simpsons |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 9 |
The Simpsons: Bart & the Beanstalk is a platformer released in 1994 for the Game Boy, developed by Software Creations and published by Acclaim.
It landed about 5 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1994 include Donkey Kong, Mega Man V and Space Invaders. Among the 164 Game Boy platformers in our database, it ranks #20 by legacy score.
It is part of the The Simpsons series; on the Game Boy you can also try Bart Simpson's Escape from Camp Deadly, The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Juggernauts and The Simpsons: Itchy & Scratchy: Miniature Golf Madness. The series also appears on other systems with The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants (NES) and The Simpsons Wrestling (PS1). Software Creations also made Spot: The Video Game, Foreman For Real and Cutthroat Island for the Game Boy.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want to experience one of the Game Boy's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Simpsons: Bart & the Beanstalk is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
The Simpsons: Bart & the Beanstalk walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
The Simpsons: Bart & the Beanstalk FAQ
When did The Simpsons: Bart & the Beanstalk come out on the Game Boy?
The Simpsons: Bart & the Beanstalk was released for the Game Boy in 1994.
Who made The Simpsons: Bart & the Beanstalk?
It was developed by Software Creations and published by Acclaim.
Is The Simpsons: Bart & the Beanstalk multiplayer?
No. The Simpsons: Bart & the Beanstalk is a single-player game.
How long does The Simpsons: Bart & the Beanstalk take to play?
As a platformer, The Simpsons: Bart & the Beanstalk typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about The Simpsons: Bart & the Beanstalk on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.