The Simpsons Arrives in Rocket League: But It's Not the Car You're Dreaming Of
We already knew that The Simpsons was teaming up with Epic Games' battle royale, but this isn't the sole destination where enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the world of Springfield. The beloved show is coming over to the popular soccer-driving hybrid, introducing an vehicle customization option that will also be usable in Fortnite. That said, if gamers will truly desire to use it is another question, as fans have their hearts set on just one Simpsons vehicle everyone is itching to get behind the wheel of, and this isn't it.
The Dream Vehicle
Although most gamers would undoubtedly love to compete while driving The Homer—the famously flawed automobile Homer designed personally in the 1991 episode "the one where he meets Herb"—regrettably, that isn't what players are receiving. Not even receiving the Canyonero, the enormous vehicle featured in the tenth season. Rather, players will obtain the family's standard well-worn sedan, which they've been driving since the show's early days. Even though this specific vehicle has accumulated plenty of miles, it remains an recognizable symbol of the series. And for players who analyze Rocket League vehicle dimensions, the Simpson family car shares the same hitbox as the Dominus.
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More Than Just a Car
And it's not the sole cosmetic from the show arriving in Rocket League. The event will additionally feature a set of objectives to earn additional goodies, all of which are inspired by the show. As detailed in a official announcement, the challenges will require participants to "get as many centers and clears as there are the show's years on air, gather boost canisters as if your GPS is set to the Simpson residence, and travel a specific distance worthy of acquiring the perfect donuts!"
While the full lineup of challenge rewards isn't yet disclosed, here is what's been announced up to this point:
- Blinky topper
- Homer's hedge-themed banner
- Garbage-themed wheels
- 20,000 XP per challenge
Based on promotional images is a reliable guide, it appears fans will also get wheels featuring a TV showing the show's opening credits, alien antenna toppers, a frosted doughnut trail, and rocket boosts themed to smoldering rubber and Krusty Burger.
Launch Dates and Crossover Details
The Rocket League collaboration lines up with the extensive Simpsons invasion of Fortnite, which includes a completely new map of Springfield, as well as a 30-day Battle Pass. This special Rocket League and Simpsons celebration begins on Saturday, Nov. 1 and concludes on November 17th.
