Overview

The video game developed by Sculptured Software, Inc., released in 1993, is a delightful yet challenging experience featuring Bart Simpson. It includes themes from the beloved TV show “The Simpsons,” in which Bart must retrieve his homework pages scattered in a bizarre dream world.

Gameplay

Players guide Bart as he navigates various levels, each representing a page of his homework. Each level offers unique mini-games, with a mix of action, platforming, and puzzle elements. Players must defeat enemies and overcome obstacles to recover all the pages.

Mini-Games

• Itchy and Scratchy Level: A combat-themed level where Bart must fend off attacks from the animated rivals, Itchy and Scratchy.
• Bartzilla: A level where Bart becomes a giant lizard, rampaging through the city, avoiding obstacles and battling enemies.
• Micro Machines Level: Bart shrinks and navigates through a household environment, racing against time.
• The Temple of Maggie: A challenging puzzle level with various traps and treasures to discover.

Reception

The game was met with mixed reviews upon release. Its challenging levels and creative interpretation of the Simpsons universe were praised, yet some players found the difficulty level frustrating. Despite this, it remains a nostalgic piece for many fans of the franchise.