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It was previously announced that the iconic animated series was collaborating with Epic Games' battle royale, but this isn't the sole place where enthusiasts can experience the universe of Springfield. The beloved show is coming over to Rocket League, introducing an in-game car skin that will also be compatible 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 car the community is eager to get behind the wheel of, and this new offering isn't that one.

What Fans Really Want

Although most gamers would absolutely enjoy to face off while driving The Homer—the notoriously impractical car the patriarch designed himself in the classic episode "the one where he meets Herb"—regrettably, that isn't what players are receiving. Not even receiving the massive SUV, the enormous truck featured in the tenth season. Instead, fans will obtain the family's everyday beat-up four-door, which has been in the family since the show's early days. Though this particular car has accumulated plenty of miles, it stands as an recognizable element of the series. And for players who analyze Rocket League car hitboxes, the Simpson family car uses the identical collision model as the Dominus.

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Additional Themed Cosmetics

But that's not the sole cosmetic from the show coming to the game. The event will additionally feature a series of objectives to earn additional goodies, all of which are inspired by the show. As detailed in a press release, the missions will require players to "achieve a certain number of centers and clears as there are The Simpsons years on air, collect boost pickups as if your GPS is set to the Simpson house, and drive a distance sufficient for acquiring the ideal pastries!"

While the complete list of earnable items hasn't been revealed, here is what's been announced so far:

• Blinky antenna topper
• Homer's Hedges player banner
• Garbage-themed wheels
• 20,000 XP per challenge

Based on promotional images is a reliable guide, it seems fans will also receive wheels featuring a TV displaying The Simpsons' title sequence, Kang and Kodos topper, a sprinkled donut boost trail, and boost effects themed to burning tires and Krusty Burger.

Launch Dates and Crossover Details

This event lines up with the major The Simpsons takeover of Fortnite, which brings a completely new map of Springfield, as well as a month-long seasonal progression system. This special Rocket League and Simpsons event launches on November 1st and ends on Nov. 17.