Ep 17. Marge Gamer
- TV-PG
- April 22, 2007
- 22 min
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7.2 (1,753)
Marge Simpson has always been a devoted mother and wife, but in "Marge Gamer," she discovers a new passion -- video games. When Marge's son Bart introduces her to a popular online game called "Earthland Realms," she becomes hooked, dedicating all of her free time to building up her character and leveling up.
While Marge's newfound hobby brings her joy and excitement, it quickly becomes clear that her obsession is having a negative impact on her relationships with her family and friends. Homer grows increasingly frustrated with Marge's gaming habits, feeling neglected and ignored as she spends all of her time in front of the computer. Meanwhile, Marge's friends are concerned that she's become too addicted to the game and are worried for her well-being.
As Marge's in-game character becomes more powerful, she becomes obsessed with becoming the top player in the game. But when she faces off against a formidable opponent -- a teenage boy who spends all of his time playing the game -- she realizes that her obsession has gone too far. She realizes that her real-life relationships are more important than her virtual ones and ultimately decides to step away from the game.
"Marge Gamer" is a touching and humorous look at the way that technology and video games can impact our lives. The episode explores themes of addiction, family dynamics, and the importance of finding balance in all aspects of our lives. It's a relatable and entertaining episode that will make viewers laugh and reflect on their own relationships with technology.