Springfield's Favorite Family Makes Its Debut in Rocket League: Unfortunately Not the Car Fans Are Hoping For

It was previously announced that The Simpsons was teaming up with Fortnite, but that's not the only destination where enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the world of Springfield. The long-running series is coming over to the popular soccer-driving hybrid, bringing along an vehicle customization option that will also be usable in Fortnite. That said, if gamers will truly desire to equip it is a different matter, as there's only one Springfield vehicle the community is eager to drive, and this isn't it.

The Dream Vehicle

While many players would absolutely enjoy to face off while driving Homer's custom creation—the famously flawed car the patriarch built himself in the classic installment "Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?"—that's not what players are receiving. Not even receiving the Canyonero, the heavy-duty truck showcased in the tenth season. Rather, players will obtain the Simpsons' standard beat-up four-door, which they've been driving since the show's early days. Though this particular car has seen better days, it stands as an recognizable symbol of the show. And for players who analyze Rocket League vehicle dimensions, the Simpson family car shares the identical collision model as the Dominus body type.

Image: Epic Games

Additional Themed Cosmetics

And it's not the sole customization item from the show coming to Rocket League. The event will additionally feature a series of challenges to unlock additional goodies, all of which are Simpsons-themed. According to a official announcement, the challenges will task players to "achieve a certain number of centers and clears as there are The Simpsons seasons, collect boost pickups as if your GPS is set to the Simpson residence, and drive a distance worthy of acquiring the perfect donuts!"

While the full lineup of challenge rewards isn't yet revealed, here is what has been confirmed up to this point:

  • Blinky antenna topper
  • Homer's hedge-themed banner
  • Waste wheels
  • 20,000 XP per challenge

Based on promotional images is a reliable guide, it seems fans will also get wheels with a television displaying The Simpsons' title sequence, alien antenna toppers, a frosted doughnut trail, and rocket boosts inspired by smoldering rubber and Krusty's famous restaurant.

Launch Dates and Crossover Details

This event lines up with the major Simpsons invasion of Fortnite, which brings a completely new playable area of the fictional town, in addition to a month-long seasonal progression system. This special Rocket League and Simpsons event launches on Saturday, Nov. 1 and concludes on November 17th.

Troy Ferrell
Troy Ferrell

A tech enthusiast and writer passionate about emerging technologies and their impact on society, with a background in software development.

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