The Simpsons (4 Players World, set 1)

Konami’s The Simpsons arcade game transports players into the wacky world of Springfield for a cooperative beat-'em-up adventure. When Mr. Burns' assistant Smithers kidnaps Maggie and flees, it's up to Homer, Marge, Lisa, and Bart to give chase. As each character, players battle through familiar locations like Springfield and Krustyland, using unique attacks—Marge wields a vacuum cleaner, Lisa skips with a rope, Bart rides his skateboard, and Homer throws punches—to overcome hordes of enemies including zombies, thugs, and even firemen. Along the way, classic Simpsons characters appear in humorous cameo roles, and each level culminates in a showdown with a formidable boss. The game features a vibrant, colorful aesthetic that faithfully captures the cartoon’s style. Players can team up for four-player cooperative action on a dedicated arcade cabinet featuring a large control panel and distinctive side art depicting the Simpsons family. The experience is punctuated by familiar sound effects and voice samples from the series, although some character voices were recorded by different actors than those featured in the show, adding to the game’s quirky charm. The final challenge sees players confronting Mr. Burns within his mansion after a lengthy journey through Springfield's underbelly. A variety of unusual details and references populate the game, including appearances from characters like Sideshow Bob offering assistance and even a cameo appearance from the Aliens arcade machine itself—a nod to both franchises being produced by 20th Century Fox.