Say Goodbye to the Last Simpsons Game We Had
Big news for fans of "The Simpsons: Tapped Out"! EA has announced that the free-to-play mobile game, which launched back in 2012, will be shutting down in January 2025. The game has been a favorite among fans for over a decade, allowing players to rebuild Springfield with hundreds of characters, quests, and events. Sadly, this journey is coming to an end.
End of an Era
On September 26, EA revealed that "The Simpsons: Tapped Out" will be removed from app stores on October 31, 2024. In-app purchases have already been turned off. The game will remain playable until January 24, 2025, after which the servers will be shut down, making the game no longer accessible.
EA shared an emotional message on the official Tapped Out Facebook page, thanking fans for their support over the years. They highlighted the incredible journey of delivering 308 updates, 831 characters, and 1,463 questlines.
New Items Before the Shutdown
Before the game goes offline, EA is releasing a final wave of items in the store. These include both Premium and Prize items from the past twelve years, available in weekly waves for the next five weeks.
- Lenny's House Building
- Pink Bouncy Horse Decoration
- Brown Bouncy Horse Decoration
- Purple Bouncy Horse Decoration
- Tan Bouncy Horse Decoration
- BBQ Grill Decoration
- Picnic Table Decoration
- ATM Decoration
- Residential Mailbox Decoration
- Blue Postal Box Decoration
- Red Trashcan Decoration
- Holiday Person Sculpture Façade
- Holiday Creature Sculpture Façade
- Holiday Dog Sculpture Façade
- Holiday Dragon Sculpture Façade
- Holiday Bear Sculpture Façade
- Holiday Horse Sculpture Façade
- Holiday Gator Sculpture Façade
- Holiday Chimp Sculpture Façade
FAQ on the Shutdown
EA has provided answers to some frequently asked questions about the shutdown:
Q: Is there a way to obtain items from past events?A: Yes, EA will be returning as much content from the past twelve years as possible in waves. Look for these in the store over the next five weeks.
Q: What about land and item limits?A: EA has increased land tile availability and item placement limits. These enhancements will be referenced in the final questline.
Final Thoughts
It's sad to see "The Simpsons: Tapped Out" go, especially for long-time players who have enjoyed the game for over a decade. The game has been a unique way to engage with the beloved Simpsons universe. If you're a fan, make sure to enjoy the final months and grab those last few items before the game shuts down for good.
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