The Simpsons: Bart's Nightmare

October 12, 1992 Sculptured Software Flying Edge, Playtronic, Acclaim, Tec Toy
Shooter Platform Sport
SNES Genesis/MegaDrive SFAM
About

Bart has to stay up late and write a paper for class tomorrow. For once, he is determined to get a good mark. However, very quickly, he falls asleep. Nightmare after nightmare haunt his subconscious, and it is up to you to get over each one, so that Bart will eventually wake up. From such dreams as being in an episode of Itchy & Scratchy to swimming through his own bloodstream, this platformer offers a nice challenge through its many diverse levels.
Storyline

Bart Simpson falls asleep while studying and dreams of a strange universe where TVs and fairies roam the streets. The player must find Bart's lost homework and progress through the various levels to keep the homework pages and eventually wake up.
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User Score
51.2
Total Score
Reviews
Game Info

Release Date October 12, 1992
Developer Sculptured Software
Publisher Flying Edge, Playtronic, Acclaim, Tec Toy
Game Modes Single player
Perspective Third person, Side view
Themes Action