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Matt Groening hints at a return for The Simpsons: Hit & Run game
Key points
- Matt Groening hinted at a return for The Simpsons: Hit & Run.
- The original game was released in 2003 for multiple platforms.
- It is not currently available on modern consoles or backward compatibility lists.
- A direct port or HD remaster are potential forms of its return.
Potential Comeback Revealed
During D23, when asked about a sequel to "The Simpsons: Hit & Run," Matt Groening stated, "I think the original game is coming back in some form." This comment, despite a follow-up from showrunner Matt Selman, suggests a potential re-release of the cult classic game.
Background of The Simpsons: Hit & Run
The original game launched in 2003 across PlayStation 2, Xbox, GameCube, and Windows. While it can be run on modern PCs, it is not available on current-generation consoles, nor is it part of the PlayStation Plus Classics Catalog or Xbox backward compatibility program.
Possible Forms of Return
The game's return could manifest as a direct port to modern platforms, or more significantly, as a full HD remaster. A remaster would not necessarily require new voice acting, as the original cast's performance was well-received.
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Reporting from
Matt Groening, co-creator of The Simpsons, suggested that the 2003 game "The Simpsons: Hit & Run" might be making a comeback in some form. This potential return could involve a direct port or an HD remaster, making the game accessible on modern consoles.