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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Platformer
The Simpsons: Bart vs. the World
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Action, 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 10 |
Developed by Imagineer and published by Acclaim, The Simpsons: Bart vs. the World arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991 as an action game. It blends action and platformer elements.
It landed about 6 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Battletoads and Yoshi. Among the 164 NES action games in our database, it ranks #24 by legacy score.
It is part of the The Simpsons series; on the NES you can also try The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants, 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.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- 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 prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Simpsons: Bart vs. the World is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
The Simpsons: Bart vs. the World cheats & codes
26 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SZONIPST |
|---|---|
| Infinite Energy | SZVVEKVK |
| Lose Lives More Easily | EISVNGEY |
| Infinite Firecracker Balls | OLUNPPOP |
| Start With 99 Firecracker Balls | PAEZPAAE |
| Start With 9 Lives | PAXXVGLE |
The Simpsons: Bart vs. the World 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 World FAQ
When did The Simpsons: Bart vs. the World come out on the NES?
The Simpsons: Bart vs. the World was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991.
Who made The Simpsons: Bart vs. the World?
It was developed by Imagineer and published by Acclaim.
Is The Simpsons: Bart vs. the World multiplayer?
No. The Simpsons: Bart vs. the World is a single-player game.
How long does The Simpsons: Bart vs. the World take to play?
As an action game, The Simpsons: Bart vs. the World 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 World 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.