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Matt Groening Himself Says The Simpsons: Hit & Run Is ‘Coming Back in Some Form’
Matt Groening has suggested that The Simpsons: Hit & Run, the popular 2003 game, is set to return “in some form”. His remark during a D23 panel is the strongest indication yet of a revival, although no official announcement or release details have been provided. A remaster or remake would renew interest in one of the most highly regarded games based on the television series.
During a question about a sequel, showrunner Matt Selman initially called the idea “a treat” before Groening said the original game was coming back; Selman then appeared to suggest the comment may have revealed unannounced information. The game was developed by Radical Entertainment and lets players explore Springfield as characters including Homer, Bart and Lisa, driving vehicles and following a story written by the show’s writers. Speculation has also been fuelled by Radical’s recent return as New Radical Games and reports that Activision may be reviving a much-requested licensed title.
In short
- Matt Groening hinted that Hit & Run will return.
- No official announcement, format or release date exists.
- A remaster or remake appears the likeliest possibility.
Explained simply
The Simpsons: Hit & Run is a video game released in 2003, based on the long-running animated television series The Simpsons. It was made by Radical Entertainment and lets players explore the fictional town of Springfield as characters including Homer, Bart and Lisa.
The game combines driving and exploration with a story written by people who worked on the show. Its return would matter to fans because it is often remembered as one of the best-regarded games based on The Simpsons.