EA to Shut Down The Simpsons: Tapped Out

Have you ever delved into the world of *The Simpsons: Tapped Out*, the engaging city-building mobile game developed by EA (Electronic Arts)? Launched in 2012 on Apple’s App Store and in 2013 on Google Play, it has been entertaining players for twelve remarkable years. Unfortunately, EA has made the difficult decision to sunset the game.

When Is It Shutting Down?

In-app purchases for *The Simpsons: Tapped Out* have already been turned off. As of October 31st, 2024, you will no longer be able to download the game. However, if you're eager to enjoy it until the very end, you can continue playing until the servers shut down on January 24th, 2025.

EA expressed their gratitude to the community in their sunset announcement, acknowledging the incredible partnership with The Simpsons and The Walt Disney Company. This collaboration allowed millions of players to build and customize their own version of Springfield for over a decade.

You Still Have The Chance, Will You Play The Simpsons: Tapped Out?

If you haven’t yet experienced *The Simpsons: Tapped Out* and want to dive in before it disappears, here’s a quick overview. In the game, you take charge of Springfield, tasked with rebuilding it after Homer’s unfortunate nuclear meltdown that wiped out the town.

From Homer’s chaotic rebuilding endeavors to the efforts of Marge, Lisa, and Bart to get life back on track, you have the freedom to craft Springfield just the way you want. Engage with a plethora of characters, from Fat Tony to outfits like Daredevil Bart. You can even expand your town to include Springfield Heights and manage the Kwik-E-Mart like Apu.

*The Simpsons: Tapped Out* operates as a freemium game, often integrating updates that reflect the show’s storylines and real-life holiday events. While the game is free to download, donuts serve as the premium currency that enhances your gameplay experience.

If you're intrigued and want to try it before it's gone, you can still download it from the Google Play Store. And while you're at it, don't miss our exciting coverage on *eBaseball: MLB Pro Spirit*, a new game set to hit mobile devices this fall!