I slacked off a bit, but I've gotten back into planning things for this site (and beyond) in a major way. My notes of things to do is kind of bananas. However, my time remains limited and it'll be one small step at a time. For now, I've made many housekeeping improvements to improve usability and make way for the upcoming stuff I have in mind.
One significant change was to rename the site as Vic's Video Game Collection (VVGC) and redesign some of the art. I figured there's no need to hide the fact that I'm the nerd collecting this stuff (and best not to just lift a character from the show considering FOX's penchant for sending C&D notices).
Until next time!
YouTube Madness
13 Jun 2018
I've been making small updates here and there, including revamping the Game Info page to make it more visually interesting. So many games and art!
The big thing I've been doing is buying up a lot of old Simpsons games on eBay. Not just video games, but electronic board games and handheld games of all sorts. We're talking about some pretty wacky old games. I don't just want to collect this stuff and put it away on a shelf, but share them online as much as possible. Part of that is creating simple gameplay videos to show them off. The videos will be added to their individual Game Info pages, but you can view all the videos so far on YouTube. I release two videos a week and will keep up the pace for quite a while. Check them out here!
Game Infopalooza!
27 Mar 2018
Did you know websites are work? Because I was just reminded of how much time it takes to do this stuff.
Anyway! There's a whole bunch of new game info added to the aptly titled Game Info section. There are all kinds of electronic games and interactive experiences that I'm sure CBG would include in any worthwhile collection. That means game cover scans, manuals, screenshots, and plenty of cool tidbits to while away your evenings.
We're Back! Simpsons Games from 2007 to 2018
07 Mar 2018
It's been a decade since this place got an update. What's happened in the world of Simpsons video games?
2007 - The Simpsons Movie ramps up its hype machine in the first half of the year and releases in July.
2008 - The Simpsons Ride first opens at Universal Studios Florida and then Hollywood, allowing park visitors to go an on interactive joyride through Springfield.
2009 - EA releases their first Simpsons game on iOS by remaking The Simpsons Arcade, a modern take on the classic brawler.
2012 - Konami strikes a deal that allows them to re-release an updated version of the original The Simpsons Arcade game onto Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 platforms.
2012 - After a rocky start, EA releases a tap-happy take on monetization with The Simpsons Tapped Out on iOS and Android. The game rakes in all the money and EA decides it's going to sit on that cash cow for some time.
2017 - The Retronauts podcast begins releasing micro episodes in which the gang discusses various Simpsons games of yore. They also post a fascinating interview on Simpsons game history with former Acclaim and Fox Interactive producer Paul Provenzano at the Talking Simpsons Patreon.
And that's all the news I've got. I'll be expanding the site with new info and other goodies over time. Feel free to poke around in the meantime or check out a shotgun blast of content at this place's official social media presence: noiselandco.tumblr.com.
The Simpsons Game Guide
02 Feb 2008
The guide for The Simpsons Game has now been completed. You can check out version 0.9 of the guide at the game info page or game guides page.
Shop 'til you drop at the Simpsons Shop
02 Dec 2007
It's that time of year, folks. Your loved ones (or people you feel obligated to give a gift to) are expecting some nice stuff and if they have even the slightest affection for our favorite yellow family then you should make sure to check out the latest wares at the Simpsons Shop. You can drink a pint, place the ornaments on the tree, hang the stockings from the chimney with care, and then carry all your gifts on your way back home.
The Simpsons Game Guide... is begun.
05 Nov 2007
The officially unofficial guide to The Simpsons Game has now been released. You can check out version 0.3 of the guide (covering everything in the game up to the Mob Rules episode) at the game info page or game guides page.
Oooo... Skins!
04 Nov 2007
Tired of looking at your boring ol' game system? Fan of the Simpsons without anything new to buy? Or maybe you're just someone with time and some spare cash lying around?
Boy, have I got the solution to your predicaments! Check out the all-new Simpsons skins at the official Simpsons Shop which you can order for any of the latest game systems such as Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, and Nintendo DS. You can also order skins for your phone and music player if you feel like you need to floss the Simpsons everywhere you go.
The Simpsons Game In Stores Now!!!
01 Nov 2007
It's been a long 4 years, but the deed is finally done: a new Simpsons video game is in stores! Go pick up your own copy on Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, PS2, PSP, and/or Nintendo DS.
You Simpsons nuts out in L.A. have a chance to celebrate the release of The Simpsons Game by joining in on the Game Launch Celebration at Universal CityWalk. And, because they know we love it: free stuff! Check out the details.
I slacked off a bit, but I've gotten back into planning things for this site (and beyond) in a major way. My notes of things to do is kind of bananas. However, my time remains limited and it'll be one small step at a time. For now, I've made many housekeeping improvements to improve usability and make way for the upcoming stuff I have in mind.
Tired of looking at your boring ol' game system? Fan of the Simpsons without anything new to buy? Or maybe you're just someone with time and some spare cash lying around?
Boy, have I got the solution to your predicaments!