The Simpsons Arrives in Rocket League: Unfortunately Not the Car Fans Are Dreaming Of

It was previously announced that the iconic animated series was teaming up with Fortnite, but this isn't the sole place where fans can experience the universe of Springfield. The beloved show is coming over to the popular soccer-driving hybrid, introducing an vehicle customization option that will also be compatible in Fortnite. However, whether players will actually want to equip it is another question, as fans have their hearts set on just one Springfield vehicle the community is itching to drive, and this new offering isn't that one.

What Fans Really Want

While many players would undoubtedly love to compete behind the wheel of Homer's custom creation—the famously flawed automobile the patriarch designed himself in the classic episode "the one where he meets Herb"—that's not what's being offered. Not even getting the massive SUV, the enormous vehicle featured in season 10. Rather, players are getting the Simpsons' standard beat-up four-door, which has been in the family since the show's early days. Even though this particular car has seen better days, it remains an recognizable symbol of the series. And for players who pay attention to Rocket League vehicle dimensions, the trusty sedan shares the identical collision model as the Dominus body type.

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More Than Just a Car

But that's not the sole customization item from the series coming to the game. The event will additionally feature a series of objectives to earn additional rewards, all of which are Simpsons-themed. As detailed in a press release, 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 Simpsons’ house, and drive a distance sufficient for picking up the perfect donuts!"

Although the full lineup of challenge rewards hasn't been disclosed, here is what has been confirmed up to this point:

• Blinky topper
• Homer's Hedges player banner
• Waste wheels
• 20,000 XP per challenge

Based on promotional images is any indication, it seems fans will also get rims featuring a television showing the show's opening credits, alien antenna toppers, a sprinkled donut boost trail, and boost effects themed to burning tires and Krusty Burger.

Event Timing and Fortnite Connection

The Rocket League collaboration lines up with the major Simpsons invasion of Fortnite's island, which brings a completely new playable area of Springfield, in addition to a month-long seasonal progression system. This special Rocket League and Simpsons celebration begins on Saturday, Nov. 1 and ends on November 17th.