EA Shuts Down The Simpsons: Tapped Out After 12 Years
Sep 26, 2024 7:34 PMEA has announced the end of The Simpsons: Tapped Out, the popular free-to-play mobile game that has entertained fans since its launch in 2012. After over a decade of updates and gameplay, the game will be removed from app stores on October 31, 2024, and its servers will cease operation on January 24, 2025. EA expressed gratitude for the community's support throughout the journey, which included an impressive 308 updates and 831 characters. As in-app purchases have already been disabled, players can continue to enjoy the game until its inevitable shutdown.
nThe game faced both accolades for its creative updates and criticism regarding the freemium model. In fact, The Simpsons: Tapped Out was even satirized in a South Park episode that highlighted the challenges of such business models. This announcement marks a significant moment for The Simpsons franchise, which has seen a dwindling number of video games in recent years, with the last major releases being The Simpsons Game in 2007 and the beloved Hit & Run in 2003.
nWhen will The Simpsons: Tapped Out shut down? nPlayers can still enjoy The Simpsons: Tapped Out until its servers are shut down on January 24, 2025, but the game will be removed from app stores on October 31, 2024. nThe Simpsons: Tapped Out allowed players to build and customize their own Springfield, becoming a fan favorite for its engaging seasonal updates and extensive questlines. With over 1,463 questlines delivered, the game's legacy will linger, despite the decline of Simpsons-related video games in the industry over the years. This sunset may prompt questions about the future of The Simpsons as a gaming franchise, as fans hope for new offerings beyond mobile platforms.
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Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-09-26 21:24:03
It's always a bummer to see a beloved game like The Simpsons: Tapped Out come to an end, especially after so many updates and memorable moments. Hopefully, this signals a shift toward new and exciting projects for the franchise, because there's definitely still a lot of love for Springfield out there
Mr. Bison commented on: 2024-09-26 21:18:03
It’s always a bummer to see a long-standing game fade away, especially one that brought Springfield to life for so many fans. Here's hoping this closure sparks EA to create something fresh for The Simpsons franchise; it's about time for a new game to celebrate that iconic universe
Stimpy commented on: 2024-09-26 21:06:02
It's always a bummer to see a beloved game like The Simpsons: Tapped Out head for the sunset, especially after so many updates and character additions over the years. This move really leaves fans wondering what’s next for the franchise—hopefully, we’ll see some fresh adventures that capture that iconic humor
