Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Imagineer |
| 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 15 |
The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants is a platformer released in 1991 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Imagineer and published by Acclaim.
It landed about 6 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Battletoads and Yoshi. Among the 191 NES platformers in our database, it ranks #21 by legacy score.
It is part of the The Simpsons series; on the NES you can also try The Simpsons: Bart vs. the World, The Simpsons: Bartman Meets Radioactive Man and Krusty's Fun House. The series also appears on other systems with The Simpsons Wrestling (PS1) and The Simpsons: Bart's Nightmare (SNES). Imagineer also made Barbie, Attack of the Killer Tomatoes and Home Alone 2: Lost in New York for the NES.
The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 NES'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 vs. the Space Mutants 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 vs. the Space Mutants cheats & codes
26 codes on file (Game Genie, Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Super-Jumping Bart! | IPKYXUGA
IPUYVUGA |
|---|---|
| Stop Timer | XVONYXXK
XVOYLXXK |
| Slow Down Timer | ANENPXGU
AYNNIXGU |
| Speed Up Timer | AXENPXGL
AZNNIXGL |
| Gain 2 Coins For Every 1 Collected | PAONAYAA
PAENGYAA |
| Only 10 Coins Needed To Get An Extra Life | PAONTNTE
PAOYZNTE |
The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants walkthroughs & guides
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants FAQ
When did The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants come out on the NES?
The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991.
Who made The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants?
It was developed by Imagineer and published by Acclaim.
Is The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants multiplayer?
No. The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants is a single-player game.
How long does The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants take to play?
As a platformer, The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants 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 vs. the Space Mutants 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.