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Hit & Run might be making a comeback
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At Disney's D23, Matt Groening hinted that The Simpsons: Hit & Run may return. Asked about a sequel, he said, "I think the original game is coming back in some form," before showrunner Matt Selman added, "or not." Their tone suggested Groening slipped.
The game launched in 2003 for PlayStation 2, Xbox, GameCube, and Windows. It became a cult classic with its open-world Springfield and spot-on voice acting. However, it has never been re-released on modern consoles. It is missing from the PlayStation Plus Classics Catalog and Xbox backward compatibility list.
A comeback could be a simple port or a full HD remaster. A port would let current consoles run the game easily. A remaster would improve visuals while keeping the original gameplay. Since the original voice acting is still praised, no re-recording would be needed.
For fans, this is big news. The game's absence from modern systems has been a recurring complaint. A re-release would finally make it accessible to a new generation. It also suggests the Simpsons team is attentive to the franchise's gaming history.
Selman's quick "or not" casts doubt, reminding everyone nothing is official. Groening's slip might prompt an announcement, or it could come to nothing. Regardless, the moment has generated excitement.
As D23 continues, the prospect of revisiting Springfield in its classic form is tantalizing. Whether as a port or a remaster, fans are eager for an official confirmation. The original game may finally get the recognition it deserves. For now, the possibility alone has reignited interest in a beloved piece of Simpsons history.
