Springfield games for the tabletop

The Simpsons Board Games and Simpsons Monopoly Editions

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The Simpsons board games include Simpsons Monopoly, Clue, The Game of Life and a 3-D chess set, and this page lists 13 licensed games with players, ages and the Springfield details each one uses. Most are older titles, so each card notes what we could confirm about availability.

  • 13 games
  • 1990 to 2020
  • 2 to 10 players
  • 7 classic editions

Woo-hoo! Choose a Springfield game and check the player count and age rating.

Most Simpsons tabletop games come from two eras: the early 1990s, when the show was new, and the 2000s, when Monopoly, Clue, and The Game of Life got Springfield editions. Many are collector items, so each card sticks to details we could confirm. Younger siblings may prefer Bluey board games, which are built for preschoolers.

Most Simpsons games are older titles. Check the availability note on each card.

A starting point for The Simpsons board games

Younger kids can try Sorry! or Operation, both rated 6+.

  • Mystery night

    Clue: The Simpsons

    For 3 to 6 players, ages 8+, and takes 30 to 60 minutes. The case: the murder of Mr. Burns, with six Springfield suspects.

    Difficulty1.5 out of 5
    Time to explain1 out of 5about 5 min
    Player experience2 out of 5
    Geek Level4 / 10Owns the soundtrack
    How we rate

  • Younger kids

    Sorry!: The Simpsons Edition

    Rated 6+ and made for 2 to 4 players. Teams include the Simpson family and the Nuclear Power Plant.

    Difficulty1 out of 5
    Time to explain1 out of 5about 3 min
    Player experience1 out of 5
    Geek Level2 / 10Watched it once on a flight
    How we rate

  • Classic game night

    Monopoly: The Simpsons

    For 2 to 6 players, ages 8+, with standard Monopoly rules. Monorail Stops and Stations take the place of houses and hotels.

    Difficulty1.5 out of 5
    Time to explain2 out of 5about 8 min
    Player experience2 out of 5
    Geek Level4 / 10Owns the soundtrack
    How we rate

The 13 cards below cover classic editions, trivia games and 1990s originals. Each lists players and age rating when known, with a link to an explainer. Difficulty and geek-level ratings are explained on how we rate. Check each card’s availability note before hunting for a copy.

All The Simpsons board games and card games

If a year or player count is missing, we left it out rather than guess.

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Main games

The Simpsons Trivia Game

  • 2000
  • Ages 8+

Cardinal Industries’ The Simpsons trivia game came in a collector’s tin with 200 cards and 1,000 questions. A separate Cardinal listing is dated 2002, but it’s unclear whether that marks a new edition or a reissue.

How it plays

Players answer questions about The Simpsons using the question cards. Sources confirm the trivia format, but don't specify turn order or scoring.

The film or show connection

Based on the TV series, the game comes with a cast poster and a character-themed tin, according to listings.

Difficulty1.5 out of 5
Time to explain1 out of 5about 3 min
Player experience1 out of 5
Geek Level5 / 10Quotes the best lines
How we rate

Type party game

  • trivia
  • collector's tin
  • question cards
Publisher
Cardinal Industries
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Editions and expansions

  • Collector's tin (2000)

Scene It? The Simpsons

  • 2007
  • 2-4 players
  • Ages 13+

This DVD trivia board game pairs question cards with clips from the show. A Deluxe Edition followed in 2009, with material from the first 19 seasons.

How it plays

Roll dice to pick a question category, then tackle trivia cards and DVD puzzles as you move around the board. Race to the finish and win an All Play to Win challenge, or take on the Final Cut DVD questions.

The film or show connection

The DVD and cards draw on TV series clips, images, sound bites and questions.

Difficulty1.5 out of 5
Time to explain1 out of 5about 5 min
Player experience1 out of 5
Geek Level5 / 10Quotes the best lines
How we rate

Type party game

  • trivia
  • DVD game
  • clips
Publisher
Screenlife
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Editions and expansions

  • Deluxe Edition (2009)

Source 2 (archive.org)

The Simpsons Mystery of Life

  • 1991
  • 2-4 players
  • Ages 10+

This early Simpsons board game from 1991 uses Homer, Marge or Maggie, Bart and Lisa as playing pieces. Each character gets an agenda card.

How it plays

Roll the die, move around the board and follow the space's instructions. Collect items or cards for your character's agenda, or chase all 12 donuts. Meet a goal and return HOME first to win.

The film or show connection

It takes cues from the TV series, with Springfield locations and character-specific agendas.

Difficulty1 out of 5
Time to explain1 out of 5about 5 min
Player experience1 out of 5
Geek Level4 / 10Owns the soundtrack
How we rate

Type family board game Out of print

  • vintage
  • roll and move
  • out of print
Publisher
Cardinal Industries

The Simpsons Board Game (Paul Lamond, 1991)

  • 1991
  • 2-4 players
  • Ages 10+

A 1991 Simpsons board game from UK publisher Paul Lamond Games. Players take the roles of Homer, Marge, Bart and Lisa.

How it plays

Roll a die, move around the Springfield board and resolve the space where you land. Follow your character's weekly plan to visit destinations and earn money. Collect $750 for your character's goal first to win.

The film or show connection

The game features Springfield locations and goals tied to each family member from the TV series.

Difficulty1 out of 5
Time to explain1 out of 5about 5 min
Player experience1 out of 5
Geek Level4 / 10Owns the soundtrack
How we rate

Type family board game Out of print

  • vintage
  • UK release
  • out of print
Publisher
Paul Lamond Games

The Simpsons Don't Have a Cow Dice Game

  • 1990
  • 2-4 players
  • Ages 12+

A 1990 Milton Bradley dice game built around betting. The dice show Bart, Homer, Marge, Lisa, Maggie and a cool man joker. A German edition came out the same year.

How it plays

On your turn, choose one of eight pictured challenges, decide how many dice to roll and place a bet. Match the challenge to collect the other players' bets, or pay your stake to the bank.

The film or show connection

Based on the TV series, the game gives its challenges Simpsons-flavored names.

Difficulty1 out of 5
Time to explain1 out of 5about 3 min
Player experience1 out of 5
Geek Level3 / 10Knows the main characters
How we rate

Type dice game Out of print

  • betting
  • dice
  • vintage
  • out of print
Publisher
Milton Bradley
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Editions and expansions

  • German edition (1990)

Licensed classic editions

Monopoly: The Simpsons

  • 2001
  • 2-6 players
  • Ages 8+

The original Simpsons Monopoly trades the usual streets for Springfield locations. Properties include Moe's Tavern and Mr. Burns Mansion; the eight tokens include Homer, Bart in a car and Blinky the three-eyed fish.

How it plays

The rules are standard Monopoly: roll, move, buy or auction properties, then collect rent from rivals. Build Monorail Stops and Stations instead of houses and hotels. The last player in the game wins.

The film or show connection

Springfield locations and TV-series references fill the board and cards. Chance and Community Chest cards feature character art and show jokes.

Difficulty1.5 out of 5
Time to explain2 out of 5about 8 min
Player experience2 out of 5
Geek Level4 / 10Owns the soundtrack
How we rate

Type licensed classic edition

  • property trading
  • pewter tokens
  • family
  • collector
Publisher
USAopoly
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Editions and expansions

  • Original (2001)
  • Treehouse of Horror Collector's Edition (2005)
  • Electronic Edition (2009)

Source 1 (en.wikipedia.org)

Monopoly: The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Collector's Edition

  • 2005
  • 2-6 players
  • Ages 8+

This spooky take on Simpsons Monopoly draws on the Treehouse of Horror Halloween episodes. Collector listings describe glow-in-the-dark tokens. Wikipedia's list of licensed Monopoly editions gives 2005 as the year.

How it plays

Roll and move, buy and trade themed properties, and charge rent. Fate or Trick or Treat cards add a twist; develop properties with tombs and mausoleums.

The film or show connection

Based on the TV series' Treehouse of Horror specials, the game uses custom illustrations that parody horror imagery.

Difficulty1.5 out of 5
Time to explain2 out of 5about 8 min
Player experience2 out of 5
Geek Level4 / 10Owns the soundtrack
How we rate

Type licensed classic edition

  • property trading
  • Halloween
  • glow-in-the-dark
  • collector
Publisher
USAopoly
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Source 1 (en.wikipedia.org)

Clue: The Simpsons

  • 2000
  • 3-6 players
  • 30-60 minutes
  • Ages 8+

Simpsons Clue, called Simpsons Cluedo in the UK, asks who killed Mr. Burns, with what weapon and where. The first edition came out in 2000, followed by a second edition in 2002 and a tin in 2004. A UK Cluedo version is reported from around 2001.

How it plays

Move around the Springfield board. When you enter a location, suggest a suspect and weapon, then use the cards others reveal to narrow down the case. Make the right accusation to win.

The film or show connection

Suspects include Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, Krusty and Smithers. A fan reference lists weapons such as the Extend-O-Glove, Plutonium Rod and Poisoned Donut, plus locations including Burns Manor and the Kwik-E-Mart.

Difficulty1.5 out of 5
Time to explain1 out of 5about 5 min
Player experience2 out of 5
Geek Level4 / 10Owns the soundtrack
How we rate

Type licensed classic edition

  • deduction
  • mystery
  • UK Cluedo version
  • several editions
Publisher
USAopoly (later editions Hasbro / Parker Brothers)
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Editions and expansions

  • First edition (2000)
  • Second edition (2002)
  • Game tin (2004)
  • UK Cluedo version

Source 1 (instructions.hasbro.com)

The Game of Life: The Simpsons Edition

  • 2004
  • 2-6 players
  • Ages 9+

The Game of Life landed in Springfield in 2004. Spaces and cards nod to show gags like Whacking Day, the Stonecutters and Monty Burns' Manor.

How it plays

Spin the wheel and move your car along the board, following the spaces and cards. Make choices as you go and collect money and LIFE tiles. The highest combined total at the end wins.

The film or show connection

Set in Springfield, the board features characters and places from the TV series.

Difficulty1 out of 5
Time to explain1 out of 5about 5 min
Player experience1 out of 5
Geek Level3 / 10Knows the main characters
How we rate

Type licensed classic edition

  • spinner
  • family
  • classic edition
Publisher
Hasbro (Milton Bradley)
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Source 1 (instructions.hasbro.com)

Operation: The Simpsons Edition

  • Ages 6+

Homer is the patient in this edition of Operation. He talks and reacts when the buzzer sounds. We could not confirm the release year or number of players.

How it plays

Use tweezers to lift the ailment shown on a card from its opening without touching the metal edge. Each successful removal earns the amount listed on the card. The player with the most money wins.

The film or show connection

The ailments are Simpsons jokes, including Bowler's Thumb, Foot in Mouth and Rubber Neck.

Difficulty1 out of 5
Time to explain1 out of 5about 3 min
Player experience1 out of 5
Geek Level2 / 10Watched it once on a flight
How we rate

Type licensed classic edition

  • dexterity
  • talking patient
  • young kids
Publisher
Hasbro (MB Games)
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Source 1 (instructions.hasbro.com)

Sorry!: The Simpsons Edition

  • 2-4 players
  • Ages 6+

A Simpsons take on the Sorry! race game for 2 to 4 players, ages 6+. Choose a team: the Simpson family, the School, the Nuclear Power Plant or Krustylu Studios. We could not confirm the release year.

How it plays

Draw a card and move a pawn as directed. Some cards send you backward, let you swap places or bump a rival's pawn back to Start. Get all your pawns Home first to win.

The film or show connection

The Simpsons license provides the teams and artwork. No documented link to a specific episode has surfaced.

Difficulty1 out of 5
Time to explain1 out of 5about 3 min
Player experience1 out of 5
Geek Level2 / 10Watched it once on a flight
How we rate

Type licensed classic edition

  • race game
  • young kids
  • family
Publisher
Hasbro

UNO: The Simpsons

  • 2020
  • 2-10 players
  • Ages 7+

A Simpsons UNO deck for 2 to 10 players, ages 7+, listed by a retailer as a 2020 release. It adds a special Woo-hoo D'OH rule, but the sources don't explain exactly how it works.

How it plays

Match the current card by color or number, and be the first to empty your hand. Action cards work as they do in standard UNO.

The film or show connection

The deck features artwork inspired by Simpsons characters and scenes.

Difficulty1 out of 5
Time to explain1 out of 5about 2 min
Player experience1 out of 5
Geek Level2 / 10Watched it once on a flight
How we rate

Type licensed classic edition

  • card game
  • large groups
  • family
Publisher
Mattel

Chess sets

The Simpsons 3-D Chess Set

  • 1997
  • 2 players

The Simpsons chess set features 3-D character pieces. A 1997 copyright record is held in the World Chess Hall of Fame collection, and a Cardinal collector's tin followed in 1998. We could not confirm the maker of the 1997 set.

How it plays

It's standard chess, with Simpsons characters as the pieces. Move one piece per turn by its usual rules and checkmate the opposing king.

The film or show connection

According to the World Chess Hall of Fame record, Homer is the king, Marge the queen, Grandpa the bishops, Maggie the knights, Lisa the rooks and Bart the pawns.

Difficulty2 out of 5
Time to explain3 out of 5about 15 min
Player experience2 out of 5
Geek Level4 / 10Owns the soundtrack
How we rate

Type chess set Out of print

  • chess
  • collector
  • two players
  • 3-D pieces
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Editions and expansions

  • 1992 listing
  • 1997 copyright
  • Cardinal collector's tin (1998)

Source 1 (worldchesshof.org)

Compare Simpsons games side by side

The Simpsons games compared by year, players, play time, age, type and print status
GameYearPlayersPlay timeAgesTypeIn print
Monopoly: The Simpsons20012-6Not listed8+licensed classic editionNot listed
Monopoly: The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Collector's Edition20052-6Not listed8+licensed classic editionNot listed
Clue: The Simpsons20003-630-60 minutes8+licensed classic editionNot listed
The Game of Life: The Simpsons Edition20042-6Not listed9+licensed classic editionNot listed
Operation: The Simpsons EditionNot listedNot listedNot listed6+licensed classic editionNot listed
Sorry!: The Simpsons EditionNot listed2-4Not listed6+licensed classic editionNot listed
UNO: The Simpsons20202-10Not listed7+licensed classic editionNot listed
The Simpsons Trivia Game2000Not listedNot listed8+party gameNot listed
Scene It? The Simpsons20072-4Not listed13+party gameNot listed
The Simpsons Mystery of Life19912-4Not listed10+family board gameNo
The Simpsons Board Game (Paul Lamond, 1991)19912-4Not listed10+family board gameNo
The Simpsons Don't Have a Cow Dice Game19902-4Not listed12+dice gameNo
The Simpsons 3-D Chess Set19972Not listedNot listedchess setNo

Simpsons tabletop games over the years

Simpsons tabletop games include licensed classics like Clue and Monopoly, along with trivia and DVD games.

Most Simpsons games are older titles. Check the availability note on each card.

Clue gives The Simpsons game lineup its biggest story, turning a mansion mystery into a Springfield whodunit. The block below lists the victim, suspects, weapons and places reported in a fan reference, so you can check the setup before opening Clue: The Simpsons.

Simpsons Clue and Cluedo: who, what and where

The Simpsons version of Clue keeps the familiar format but swaps the mansion for Springfield.

  • The case

    Mr. Burns is the victim. Hasbro's instructions say the goal is to figure out who killed him, with what weapon and where.

  • Six suspects

    Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, Krusty the Clown and Waylon Smithers. In the first edition, they took the places of classic Clue characters, with Homer filling in for Mr. Green.

  • Weapons and locations

    A fan reference names the Extend-O-Glove, Plutonium Rod, Slingshot, Necklace, Saxophone and Poisoned Donut. The locations include Burns Manor, the Kwik-E-Mart and The Flying Dutchman.

  • Editions

    USAopoly published the first edition in 2000, then released a second edition in 2002 and a tin in 2004. A UK Cluedo version is reported from around 2001.

Monopoly is the best-known Simpsons game, and it comes in more than one edition. The comparison below covers the original, the Halloween special and the electronic version, based on details our sources confirm about Monopoly: The Simpsons. Shelf availability is a separate question, flagged on the cards.

Mr. Burns is the victim in Simpsons Clue. See if you can name the culprit first.

Comparing simpsons monopoly editions

Two Monopoly editions have solid sources; a third is listed for 2009.

Original (2001)

Springfield properties, pewter Simpsons tokens, and Monorail Stops and Stations in place of houses and hotels. Chance and Community Chest cards get a Springfield makeover, too.

Treehouse of Horror Collector's Edition (2005)

This edition takes its theme from the Halloween episodes. It has glow-in-the-dark tokens, tombs and mausoleums for development, and Fate or Trick or Treat cards.

Electronic Edition (2009)

Wikipedia calls it the Electronic Banking Edition. We couldn't confirm the publisher or find its rules.

There are two Simpsons trivia games, and they take different approaches: a tin of question cards and a DVD game with clips. For more show-based quizzes, the movie trivia games hub puts them alongside other film and TV games.

Simpsons trivia games: tin or DVD?

There are two trivia games, each with a very different format.

The Simpsons Trivia Game (Cardinal, 2000)

The collector's tin holds 200 cards and 1,000 questions. Ages 8+. Our sources don't document turn order or scoring.

Scene It? The Simpsons (Screenlife, 2007)

This DVD board game is for 2 to 4 players, ages 13+, and pairs question cards with clips from the show. The 2009 Deluxe Edition lists material from the first 19 seasons.

Fun facts about Simpsons board games

Younger kids can try Sorry! or Operation, both rated 6+.

The questions below cover the things people search for: available editions, the victim in Clue and whether copies are still on shelves. When our sources offer little information, the answers say so instead of guessing. That’s common with older licensed games.

Questions about Simpsons board games

Is there a Simpsons Monopoly game?

Yes. USAopoly's Monopoly: The Simpsons came out in 2001 for 2 to 6 players, ages 8+. Springfield locations, pewter tokens, and Monorail Stops and Stations take the place of houses and hotels.

What is the Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Monopoly edition?

It's a Collector's Edition based on the Halloween episodes, listed as 2005 in Wikipedia's roundup of licensed Monopoly editions. Collector listings mention glow-in-the-dark tokens and Fate or Trick or Treat cards.

Is there a Simpsons Cluedo game?

Yes. Clue: The Simpsons was sold as Cluedo in the UK. Mr. Burns is the victim, with Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, Krusty, and Smithers among the suspects.

Who is the victim in Simpsons Clue?

Mr. Burns. Hasbro's instructions say the goal is to figure out who killed him, with what weapon, and where.

Is there a Simpsons trivia game?

Yes, two. The Simpsons Trivia Game from Cardinal (2000) came in a tin with 200 cards and 1,000 questions. Scene It? The Simpsons (2007) is a DVD game.

Is there a Simpsons chess set?

Yes. The 3-D Simpsons chess set has a 1997 copyright record at the World Chess Hall of Fame. Homer is king, Marge queen, Grandpa the bishops, Maggie the knights, Lisa the rooks, and Bart the pawns.

Which Simpsons board games came out in the 1990s?

The Simpsons Don't Have a Cow Dice Game (1990), The Simpsons Mystery of Life (1991), and The Simpsons Board Game (Paul Lamond, 1991) from the UK. The 3-D chess set also has a 1997 copyright.

Is there a Simpsons Game of Life edition?

Yes. Hasbro published The Game of Life: The Simpsons Edition in 2004 for 2 to 6 players, ages 9+. The board nods to Whacking Day, the Stonecutters, and Monty Burns' Manor.

Is there a Simpsons UNO game?

Yes. Mattel's UNO: The Simpsons is listed for 2 to 10 players, ages 7+, and includes a special Woo-hoo D'OH rule. A retailer gives its year as 2020.

Are there Simpsons versions of Operation and Sorry!?

Yes. Operation: The Simpsons Edition has Homer as the talking patient and is rated 6+. Sorry!: The Simpsons Edition is rated 6+ for 2 to 4 players. We couldn't confirm a release year for either.

Are Simpsons board games still being made?

Our sources couldn't confirm current production for most of these games. Many older titles are now sold secondhand, so check availability before buying.

Is there a Simpsons board game based on the 2007 movie?

None of the games we researched documents a connection to the 2007 film. They draw on the TV series.

If a year or player count is missing, we left it out rather than guess.

Most Simpsons games are older titles. Check the availability note on each card.

Sources

  1. Hasbro instructions: The Simpsons Clue instructions.hasbro.com
  2. Hasbro instructions: The Game of Life, The Simpsons Edition instructions.hasbro.com
  3. World Chess Hall of Fame: Everybody's Game worldchesshof.org