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This Simpsons Hit & Run Remake Is Finished, But You Can't Play It

Rhiannon Bevan — Tue, 25 Jul 2023 13:40:47 GMT

The Simpsons: Hit & Run is the dream remake for many 2000s kids. The cult classic kid-friendly GTA clone holds a special place in our hearts and is one of the few decent licenced games we got back in the day. With that in mind, it's no surprise that so many fans are frustrated that it still hasn't seen a modern re-release, prompting one player to take matters into their own hands.

The Next Simpsons Game Can't Be A Hit & Run Remake

Stacey Henley — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 14:31:15 GMT

Whenever people talk about classic games that need a comeback, The Simpsons Hit & Run is always near the top of the list. It's a beloved classic, and while I think a like-for-like remake wouldn't quite hold up today (it was a little short and very janky by modern standards), I'm amazed EA has refused to channel The Simpsons' enduring popularity, and the cult classic status of their games, into something new.

The Simpsons: Hit & Run Was Pitched As "GTA For Kids"

Joshua Robertson — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 22:42:43 GMT

Despite it being a cult classic for many, The Simpsons: Hit & Run feels like a staple of every gamer's childhood. It's widely regarded as one of the best Simpsons games of all-time, and is still the highest-rated to boot, so it should be no surprise that the developers of the title - Radical Entertainment - took plenty of inspiration from another popular and extremely influential series - GTA.

Elden Ring Fan Draws Favorite Simpsons Scenes Starring Demigods And Tarnished

Sean Murray — Sat, 25 Feb 2023 18:33:07 GMT

When you think about it for a second, The Simpsons have a lot in common with Elden Ring. They're both largely about a dysfunctional family that is constantly at each other's throats as the mother figure tries to play peacemaker. And when that mother disappears, they all go at it like rabid animals. Really, George R. R. Martin probably just watched a bunch of Simpson's episodes when he was writing Elden Ring's lore.

15 Games Based On TV Shows That Get It Right

Gabrielle Huston — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 22:45:15 GMT

There are a plethora of genuinely great and terrifically terrible video game adaptations of TV shows. From Australian soaps to crime-based dramas featuring ducks, some video game adaptations just don’t make the cut when it comes to quality, or even representing the show it's based on. However, while not every video game based on a TV show is great (and let’s be honest, the two mediums don’t really work together the majority of the time), sometimes the games just about manage to nail certain elements perfectly.

The Simpsons Hit & Run OST Was Put On Spotify Last Year And No One Noticed

Rhiannon Bevan — Sat, 14 Jan 2023 18:09:50 GMT

After years of silence, The Simpsons Hit & Run fans just woke up to the best news we've had in a while: the full original soundtrack is available on Spotify, Apple Music, and other music services. With absolutely no announcement, many found it bizarre to see this long-forgotten game (well, forgotten by rights holders anyway) get shown some love. Yet I'm here to tell you that it gets even weirder.

Games That Would Be Better If You Travelled With God Of War's Mimir

James Troughton — Mon, 14 Nov 2022 18:30:13 GMT

God of War’s Mimir spends most of his time hanging from the hip of a Spartan god, making snide comments about the world around him, all of which he views from crotch level. But it’s mostly things he’s already seen - realms he’s visited and places he’s familiar with. Imagine a completely confused Mimir strapped to the hip of Homer Simpson, forced to watch as he jumps around the land of chocolate in pursuit of a bouncing bunny.

What Simpsons Episodes Should You Watch Before The Death Note Parody

Stacey Henley — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 16:30:13 GMT

It has been curious to see the reaction to The Simpsons parodying Death Note in the upcoming Treehouse of Horror episode. I’ve been a long-time defender of The Simpsons, writing on multiple occasions that the modern episodes are way better than they’re given credit for, even as people who haven’t watched the show in a decade scoff that it isn’t as good as it used to be. It’s great then to see a bunch of people coming back to the show, surprised (or perhaps faux-surprised) to see it retain such quality. If you’re looking to get back into The Simpsons here’s some places you should start.

The Simpson's Waterworld Game Is Now Real

Josh Coulson — Sat, 22 Oct 2022 11:00:13 GMT

Even the most casual Simpsons fan will probably remember a moment from a 25-year-old episode where Millhouse plays a fictional arcade game adaptation of Waterworld. Fascinated by what lay beyond the one step Millhouse is able to take, someone has created a fully fleshed-out version of the game based on that one screen shown in The Simpsons.

Lisa The Boy Scout Is Not Canon, But It Proves The Simpsons Still Belongs On TV

Stacey Henley — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 18:00:14 GMT

The latest episode of The Simpsons, Lisa The Boy Scout, follows the traditions of the likes of Barthood, Brick Like Me, A Serious Flanders, Woo-hoo Dunnit?, Thanksgiving of Horror, and The Great Phatsby. If you don't know what any of those are, I probably don't care too much about your opinions on the episode, nor The Simpsons in general. Those are all relatively modern episodes wherein the show has looked at its own stale formula and tried something new. The internet is full of people who no longer watch The Simpsons explaining why The Simpsons is no longer any good and hey, broken clocks. Occasionally The Simpsons produces a dud. It's way off the pace of the Golden Age, but then so is pretty much every comedy on television. There are arguments and debates swirling around Lisa The Boy Scout, but the way it has managed to capture the public conversation once more is further proof that the show is still going strong.

The Simpsons Shorts Just Keep Getting Worse

Stacey Henley — Sun, 25 Sep 2022 15:00:13 GMT

At a certain point, I have to blame myself. The Simpsons shorts just aren’t good, and it’s on me for getting my hopes up. Prior to the recent double header, the last short was a Billie Eilish vehicle, and while it had a couple of chuckles, it seemed wasted as a short. The Loki crossover which preceded it was, in my mind, the worst thing The Simpsons have ever put out. I know you all think The Simpsons is trash these days, but I also know you don’t watch it anymore. It wobbled in the mid-20 seasons, and it’s not Golden Age quality anymore, but it’s not the garbage it’s often dismissed as. Unfortunately, The Simpsons shorts are every inch as terrible as The Simpsons episodes that exist in your mind.

Simpsons Hit & Run Remaster Gets An Update, Improving Textures

Rhiannon Bevan — Sat, 17 Sep 2022 16:08:33 GMT

Back in July, we reported on the fan remastering Simpsons Hit & Run all by themselves - including reanimating all of its cutscenes by hand. Well, it seems that development is going strong, as creator El Gato Del Tejado has shared another update, and it's still looking great.

How Did Disney Not Do MultiVersus First?

Josh Coulson — Wed, 07 Sep 2022 18:00:13 GMT

MultiVersus has become an unmitigated, and perhaps somewhat unexpected, hit in a very short space of time. Right now the game is still in its first season, and technically still in its open beta to boot. Despite that, more than 20 million people have played the game, and you'd be hard-pushed to find a bad word said about it. Well, not that hard-pushed. You can find negative comments about pretty much anything on social media without having to look all that hard.

Simpsons: Hit & Run Gets Futurama Makeover With This New Mod

Josh Coulson — Sat, 20 Aug 2022 11:00:13 GMT

Simpsons fans are so desperate for someone, anyone to remaster Hit & Run that modders have taken matters into their own hands. One group of modders has gone one big step further than dragging the iconic game into 2022, though. It has rebuilt all of its models from the ground up and turned Hit & Run into a Futurama game instead.

The Simpsons Movie Is Still One Of The Best Animated Movies Ever

Stacey Henley — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 16:30:13 GMT

Animated movies seem to be perpetually stuck in a weird place in our culture. For pretty much anyone of any age, animation is part of our most formative media experiences. The most successful animation classics have been passed down through generations, and are still enjoyed by adults and children alike. However, animation is still looked down upon by some people, and a lot of the overall progress has been made by the ‘90s-era birth of ‘adult animation’ breaking new ground. The Simpsons was chief among them and, 15 years on, it’s time to reflect on how The Simpsons Movie came to be one of the greatest animated films of all time.

9 References To The Legend Of Zelda In Other Games

Steven Bohner — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 14:05:13 GMT

The Legend of Zelda is one of the biggest series in video games. It's no surprise that references to this genre-defining adventure spring up all over the place. Whether that's completely obvious references or the more slightly obscure, you'll find The Legend of Zelda in all sorts of games.

This Week In Modding: Walter White In MultiVersus, Hit And Run Remaster, And More

Rhiannon Bevan — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 18:43:21 GMT

We’re mixing things up this week. While our mod round-ups would usually feature at least one entry from the Skyrim and Fallout communities, we’re taking the chance to shine a spotlight on some creations for more recent games - ones you wouldn’t expect to have a vibrant modding scene.

This Guy Remaking The Simpsons: Hit & Run As An Open World Game Is One Of The Best Things On YouTube

Andy Kelly — Tue, 26 Jul 2022 14:41:24 GMT

Reuben 'Reubs' Ward is a game dev who has made a name for himself on YouTube remaking games like Call of Duty, Grand Theft Auto 5, and Skyrim in Unreal Engine. His videos are hugely entertaining, thanks in part to his laid back personality, but also because of how he takes something as complex and mystifying as game development and makes it digestible for the average viewer. In his most popular video, which is currently sitting at 7.2 million views, he remakes classic PS2 game The Simpsons: Hit & Run in a week.

Simpsons Hit And Run Remaster Looks Just Like The TV Show

Rhiannon Bevan — Sun, 24 Jul 2022 16:12:59 GMT

Fans of The Simpsons Hit & Run have been begging for a remake for ages now. Last year, it looked like we might get one, as a fan-made remaster was taken down. However, nothing amounted from it, and now another fan has taken it upon themselves to give the cult classic a new coat of paint.

Stray Has Easter Eggs From Skyrim, Half-Life, Gravity Falls, And More

James Troughton — Thu, 21 Jul 2022 12:15:25 GMT

Stray is about a little cat on a little adventure and that's enough to melt the internet's heart, but it's also full of references for keen-eyed fans. You can find nods to Half-Life, Back to the Future, and Skyrim. Just don't expect any Khajiits.

Arcane Not Only Deserves To Win An Emmy, I’ll Be Surprised If It Loses

Jade King — Wed, 13 Jul 2022 15:25:53 GMT

Arcane has been nominated for Outstanding Animated Program at this year’s Primetime Emmy Awards. It stands alongside fellow nominees The Simpsons, Bob’s Burgers, What If…?, and Rick & Morty. Given the competition, I reckon it has a pretty strong chance of picking up the gold. Heck, if it doesn’t, feel free to come round my house and slap me in the face.

How Animation Production Workers Are Fighting For Unionisation

Jade King — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 17:00:14 GMT

The medium of animation has been making massive strides in recent months when it comes to unionisation. Individuals from myriad studios and various disciplines have been fighting for contracts that promise better working conditions, essential healthcare, and a working lifestyle that doesn’t take advantage of them. Artists, writers, and other professionals in the industry are taking positive steps forward, but in the wake of it all production workers are sometimes left behind.

Simpsons Fan Reimagines Hit & Run As Open World Game

Josh Coulson — Mon, 20 Jun 2022 14:54:44 GMT

If a game from the past had even a modicum of success, odds are if it hasn't been remastered already, there are plans in the pipeline for that to happen at some point. The Last Of Us is only nine years old and has already been both remastered and remade. However, The Simpsons: Hit & Run, a game that would likely pull huge numbers if it were ever remastered remains in the dark. Those who want to see it are relying on talented fans like reubs who recently made the almost-20-year-old game open world.

Bob’s Burgers Fails To Learn From The Simpsons Movie

Stacey Henley — Mon, 30 May 2022 14:00:13 GMT

Bob’s Burgers and The Simpsons are indelibly linked. Both strive to highlight the ordinary lives of an American family, and it speaks to the growing class divide and economic downturn that the struggling Belchers represent the new normal, while The Simpsons, with two cars in the garage in a suburban neighbourhood on the salary of a single working man (despite some single episode stories, Marge has remained a stay at home wife), have long been outdated. Bob’s Burgers was attached to The Simpsons - and Family Guy - during Animation Domination, and began as the struggling newbie riding coattails before growing into the more reliable, consistently high quality toon compared to its cousins. They are similar in so many ways, but their movies feel very different.

God Of War Mod Replaces Kratos And Atreus With Homer And Bart Simpson

Joshua Robertson — Sat, 21 May 2022 11:15:12 GMT

Mods are great. They change the games we love in several different ways, improving them with tweaks and fixes or adding things so absolutely baffling that you're not playing the same game anymore. Today's mod is definitely an example of the latter, as someone has created a God of War mod that replaces Kratos and Atreus with another iconic father-son duo - Homer and Bart Simpson.

9 Best Games From The Simpsons Universe We Want To Play

Hamish Gough — Thu, 12 May 2022 18:05:12 GMT

The masters of parody and gentle mockery of the state of the world, Matt Groening’s legendary series continues to be popular since it began in 1989. One of the many cultural stamps on modern life that the series often ridiculed was technology, which of course encompassed video games on many occasions.

TheGamer's Best Features Of The Week: Weed Day, Picard, And Billie Eilish In The Simpsons

George Foster — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 22:08:52 GMT

Happy Friday, folks! That's right, it's that time of the week again where we take a look back at TheGamer's best features of the week. What do you mean we usually post this on a Thursday? Blame 4/20.

Disney Has Ruined The Simpsons Shorts

Stacey Henley — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 15:00:13 GMT

Not a lot of people know this, but The Simpsons has been nominated for an Oscar. While The Simpsons Movie itself missed out (though it was nominated for a BAFTA and a Golden Globe), the very first Simpsons short, Maggie Simpson in The Longest Daycare, was up for Best Animated Short Film. Though it eventually lost to Paperman, it felt like a historic moment for The Simpsons. This came in 2012, well after the Golden Age had disappeared, and after the feature-length movie was snubbed for even a nomination, it was clear this was not a charity pick on name-brand recognition. The short, which is entirely silent and relies on excellent characterisation of Maggie, was still recognisably The Simpsons with a blend of silly yet intelligent humour, heartfelt moments immediately offset with gags, and better quality animation than the show had ever seen at that point. So what the hell happened?

When Billie Met Lisa Is A Waste Of Both Billie Eilish And The Simpsons

Stacey Henley — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 13:00:13 GMT

The latest Simpsons short revolves around Lisa meeting Billie Eilish, and is creatively titled When Billie Met Lisa, and it bucks the trend of the last two Simpsons crossover shorts by being pretty decent, but I'm not especially sure why it exists. Scratch that, I know very well why it exists: it's an advert for Eilish's musical documentary Happier Than Ever, as well as potentially trying to appeal to younger Gen Z Eilish fans to get them to watch The Simpsons. But it all feels a little pointless, and a huge waste of what could have been a great episode for Billie Eilish.

We Don't Need The Simpsons: Hit & Run Remaster

Stacey Henley — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 18:00:14 GMT

Gaming news often moves in circles. This triple-A game got delayed. This NFT scam went bust. Square Enix is disappointed in the sales performance of one of its Western games. And, as we're all here to discuss today, a survey has found that the remaster gamers most want to see is The Simpsons Hit & Run. I'm here to tell you you're wrong. You don't want that. I promise. Please. You'll thank me later.

The Simpsons: You're All Wrong About Lisa Goes Gaga

Stacey Henley — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 18:30:13 GMT

I consider myself a bit of an expert when it comes to The Simpsons. I've seen every episode, all but the new season at least twice, everything pre-season 25 multiple times and everything pre-season 16 too many times to even count. I have Simpsons trainers, jackets, t-shirts, and earrings. I have way too much plastic merch. I've eaten in Krusty Burger and had a drink at Moe's. If I was the kind of person to have tattoos, I'd have a Die, Bart, Die tattoo and would explain the episode in which it comes from at length to anybody who ever politely enquired about said tattoo. I'm only saying all this because I feel the need to lay out my Simpsons credentials before I say what I'm about to say, or I guess what the headline already said. D'oh! Anyway, the Lady Gaga episode of The Simpsons is not that bad.

Futurama Is Getting A New 20-Episode Series On Hulu

Joshua Robertson — Wed, 09 Feb 2022 21:05:01 GMT

It has been reported that Futurama, the sci-fi animated series from The Simpsons creator Matt Groening, is being revived for Hulu, with a 20-episode run expected to premiere in 2023.

Steamed Hams Turns The Classic Simpsons Scene Into A Point-And-Click Adventure

Vaspaan Dastoor — Sat, 29 Jan 2022 08:50:55 GMT

Superintendent Chalmers has always been hard to impress. And no matter how many times Seymour Skinner has tried, things always end up with his last name being yelled out in trademark fashion. Simpsons fans will remember that one of the most iconic instances of the Skinner-Chalmers relationship was when the former invited the latter over for lunch. The cascading series of failures and lies resulted in the scene becoming meme-worthy, and now, game worthy.

10 Driving Games That Need A Comeback

Benjamin Wincote — Thu, 27 Jan 2022 17:40:13 GMT

There have been multiple successful driving games over the years, but even some of the most popular ones can end up being left behind. This may be because they were too different or too niche, but gaming history is littered with driving franchises that don't exist anymore.

This Bootleg Of The Simpsons: Hit & Run Has Every Character Dubbed By The Same Russian Actor

Justin Reeve — Tue, 28 Dec 2021 02:36:46 GMT

The cult classic The Simpsons: Hit & Run has been lovingly updated with Russian voice over. But every character in the game has been dubbed by the same actor. This means that Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and all of the other inhabitants of Springfield sound amusingly alike. The bootleg also features Russian subtitles, button prompts, and user interface elements.

The Greatest Cars In The Simspsons: Hit And Run

Benjamin Wincote — Mon, 27 Dec 2021 18:45:11 GMT

Licensed games can be something of a mixed bag, but The Simpsons: Hit and Run is easily one of the best, and certainly became a favourite of many people during the 2000s when it was released. Acting as a sort of kid-friendly Grand Theft Auto game, Hit and Run uses a surprisingly tense narrative to guide you in whilst featuring many references to the show for fans to enjoy.

Bart Simpson Is Wrong, Lee Carvalho’s Putting Challenge Is Better Than Bonestorm

Stacey Henley — Sat, 25 Dec 2021 17:00:12 GMT

Simpsons fans (and non-fans alike) will probably be familiar with episode 11, season 7. Non-nerds will know it as Marge Be Not Proud, while mega nerds will know it as Episode 3F07. Whatever you call it, it’s one of the best Simpsons Christmas episodes - and since The Simpsons is the best TV show ever, that makes it one of the best Christmas specials full stop. There’s just one problem. Bart is an idiot.

A Serious Flanders Is The Future Of The Simpsons

Stacey Henley — Tue, 16 Nov 2021 16:00:26 GMT

People have long been of the opinion that anything after the Golden Age of The Simpsons isn’t worth paying attention to. Even as a die hard Simpsons fan, it’s hard for me to disagree too much. Post-season 11 or so, there’s nothing like Last Exit To Springfield, Homer the Heretic, or the all-encompassing greatness of season eight. A while ago, I wrote that Barthood was the only episode since the Golden Age that would feel at home in the era when The Simpsons was the undisputed best show on television. In retrospect, I may have been a little bit harsh on Thanksgiving of Horror, which is also worthy. This weekend, a third episode joined them: A Serious Flanders.

The Simpsons Season Eight Is The Best Season Of Television Anywhere

Stacey Henley — Fri, 05 Nov 2021 17:30:11 GMT

I watch a lot of television. When I was a kid, that was something of a brag - now that I'm an adult, it feels sort of sad. But, nevertheless, it remains true. I love television. That's why WandaVision is my favourite TV show this year - it loves television too. Whatever season you might be thinking of putting forward to oust The Simpsons season eight, I have probably seen it, considered it, and rejected it as unworthy of the television gods. Prison Break season one? Please. Game of Thrones season three? Close, but not a chance. The Sopranos? Breaking Bad? The Wire? Mad Men? House? Twin Peaks? Lost? Sorry, no. The X-Files season four? See, you almost had me there, but still: no.

The Simpsons' The Shinning Is The Best Horror Comedy Ever

Stacey Henley — Sat, 30 Oct 2021 15:00:11 GMT

There are a lot of Simpsons episodes that you could credibly argue are the show's very best. You Only Move Twice, starring Hank Scorpio, the best one-and-done character ever, is a frontrunner. Homer's Enemy, featuring fellow season eight one-and-doner Frank Grimes is another. Last Exit To Springfield, Homer The Smithers, Homer The Heretic, and I Love Lisa would be up there too. 22 Short Films About Springfield is now immortalised for its 'steamed hams' bit, but the whole thing is a gem. What is mentioned far less frequently is Treehouse of Horror V, which is not only a worthy contender to the throne, it also features the best piece of horror comedy anywhere in any medium.

10 PS2 Games We Hope Get A Remake Soon

Isaiah McCall — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 23:18:19 GMT

Nostalgia and gaming -- it's like butter and toast, beanies and hipsters, or Florida and terrible drivers -- one cannot exist without the other. It's weird because today we have games like the recent God of War and Red Dead Redemption 2, titles that have almost blurred the lines of reality and completely redefined graphics; yet we'll never get over games like Super Mario Bros. and Street Fighter II.

Simpsons Hit & Run Mod "A Long Long Night" Turns It Into Grand Theft Auto

Rhiannon Bevan — Sat, 11 Sep 2021 14:05:01 GMT

The Simpsons Hit and Run wears its GTA inspirations on its sleeve, but a new mod leans into the similarities even further. A Long Long Night gives the childhood classic a synthwave aesthetic, and even a bunch of new and original pieces of story content.

The Biggest Gaming News For August 23, 2021

Sam Watanuki — Mon, 23 Aug 2021 21:00:11 GMT

It’s been a busy Monday for the gaming world as it prepares for Gamescom 2021, which kicks off during the latter half of the week. Cyberpunk 2077, Elden Ring, The Simpsons: Hit & Run, and Rainbow Six Extraction are just a few of the titles featured in today’s biggest news stories.

Simpsons: Hit & Run's Fan-Made Remaster Taken Down

Josh Coulson — Mon, 23 Aug 2021 11:44:16 GMT

A YouTuber who remastered The Simpsons: Hit & Run in a week has had to remove the game citing nothing more than "copyright concerns" for doing so.

Check Out The Simpsons Hit & Run Remade In Unreal Engine 5

George Foster — Sat, 21 Aug 2021 10:34:22 GMT

One YouTuber has managed to recreate the first mission of The Simpsons Hit and Run in Unreal Engine 5 in just one week.

You Can Get The Simpsons Arcade1UP Cabinet For Pre-Order Today

Roxxy Haze — Thu, 19 Aug 2021 19:19:42 GMT

Arcade1Up is letting fans prepare to bring Springfield home - as pre-orders for The Simpsons arcade cabinet have now become available.

The Simpsons Producer Matt Selman Would "Love To See" Hit & Run Remastered

Joshua Robertson — Thu, 29 Jul 2021 21:36:01 GMT

The Simpsons producer Matt Selman has stated that he'd "love to see" a remaster of cult classic The Simpsons: Hit & Run, but claims legal issues would make it very difficult to actually happen.

D'oh! What a terrible game!

Roxxy Haze — Sun, 25 Jul 2021 19:00:11 GMT

One of the best things about growing up nerdy in the ‘90s was playing my favorite games in arcades. Popping quarter after quarter in colorful arcade cabinets was a highlight for many a weekend for me. Although fighting games like Street Fighter and racing games like Crazy Taxi tended to get a large portion of my allowance, beat ‘em ups were always my favorite.

Simpsons Loki Crossover The Good, The Bad, And The Loki Is The Worst Simpsons Episode Ever

Stacey Henley — Fri, 09 Jul 2021 16:00:00 GMT

“The Simpsons sucks now!” is something I hear all too often these days. Allow me to get a little Stephen A. Smith for a second, because I’m here to tell you right now - we don’t care. The Simpsons is not as good as it was back in 1993, when it was regularly churning out episodes like Marge vs. The Monorail, Last Exit To Springfield, Cape Feare, and Homer’s Barbershop Quartet, but it has always seemed to me like The Simpsons is held to an unfair standard. How many shows on television right now regularly produce Simpsons ’93-level television? It’s not even the same writers, for the most part. Many of the OG writing staff either left the show or moved into production. After The Simpsons-Loki crossover though, I’m struggling to find any defense. It might be the worst Simpsons thing I’ve ever seen.

The Rarest The Simpsons Toys And What They’re Worth

Sam Matthews — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 17:06:21 GMT

The Simpsons is one of the most recognized brands in the world. The TV show has been running for over thirty years, and episodes are still being churned out today. Combine the unique media longevity, immense popularity, and appeal to pretty much every single demographic out there, and the merchandise range on a brand with a global scope like The Simpsons is astronomical. It's up there with the likes of Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Pokémon with a fan-base age ranging from 8 to 80.

Simpsons Speedrunners Interview

Stacey Henley — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 16:00:12 GMT

The world is desperate for a new Simpsons game. In fact, when a survey was conducted by UK gaming retailer Game about which title is most in need of a remaster, The Simpsons: Hit & Run won out against all others. The gamers were right - I guess there’s a first time for everything. What we sometimes forget about the classic Simpsons games, be they Hit & Run or Road Rage or just The Simpsons Game, is that they’re not very long. I’ve always been of the opinion that we need a completely new Simpsons game - something that’s not Tapped Out - rather than risking the legacy of older titles by polishing them up only for the nostalgia to be shattered by how shallow and short the beloved classics are. So short in fact that some people can beat them in just four minutes.

Arcade1Up Announces New Simpsons Arcade Cabinet

Peter Glagowski — Wed, 09 Jun 2021 13:00:01 GMT

If you long for the glory days of Konami's arcade reign, this latest cabinet from Arcade1Up is sure to tickle your fancy. The company announced this morning that a new recreation of the classic Simpsons Arcade game will soon be available for purchase. Containing not only the four-player beat-em-up but a secret mystery game, this latest package will also have WiFi multiplayer functionality similar to the NBA Jam cabinet released last year.

Simpsons Hit And Run Is The Most In-Demand Remaster Right Now, And It's Not Even Close

Issy van der Velde — Thu, 03 Jun 2021 19:59:40 GMT

According to a new study by video game retailer Game, The Simpsons: Hit & Run is the most popular fan choice to get the remaster treatment - it beat out the runner-up, GTA San Andreas, by a significant 20%. Hit & Run is a parodical take on GTA 3 and features a unique story about an alien mind-control cola. The game allows players to step into the shoes of all the Simpsons bar Maggie (the best Simpson), as well as fan-favourite Apu.

Interview: Mike Reiss Of The Simpsons On Bleeding Gums Murphy, The Golden Age, And Tales From Iran

Stacey Henley — Wed, 26 May 2021 16:32:50 GMT

“Certainly, nobody loves hearing it at the show,” Mike Reiss, writer and producer for The Simpsons, tells me after I ask if he subscribes to the idea of the Golden Age. “Because if you weren't there in the Golden Age, you go ‘Oh so I’m here in the Crap Age.’ It's funny, the show’s early years are very well loved, but then when you press people, they go ‘well, not the first year. And the second year is kind of shaky, too’. And then we hit our stride partly because in the first couple of years we were just figuring out how to make the show. Nobody had made a show like The Simpsons, a weekly animated show, in 30 years and all the people who knew how to do it had died. We literally went looking for these people, and they were all dead. So we were kind of making it up as we went along.

The Simpsons Did It: Lady Dimitrescu Edition

Sam Watanuki — Thu, 20 May 2021 16:14:52 GMT

Everybody already knows that The Simpsons have had an uncanny track record of predicting future events with pinpoint precision. From killer bees to the discovery of the Higgs boson equation to predicting a Nobel Peace Prize winner, and even its eerily accurate predictions related to politics, The Simpsons have been on a roll for 32 seasons depicting future real-life events in hilarious ways. It seems no end is in sight, either, as our favorite animated family seems to have accurately predicted another iconic figure, at least in terms of the video gaming zeitgeist: Lady Dimitrescu.

The Latest Simpsons Short Proves That Maggie Is The Best Simpson

Stacey Henley — Sun, 16 May 2021 16:00:36 GMT

Each member of the family brings something special to The Simpsons. Bart, the original star of the show, is the most naturally funny family member, and is the only one of them to crack jokes. Being a ten year old kid, he’s just about old enough to have interesting, grown-up adventures, while still getting into childish scrapes, and has the complex morality of a child that lets him be a decent guy and bad to the bone simultaneously. Homer, who quickly eclipsed Bart as the show’s star, is the loveable goofball, carrying the show throughout its iconic legacy. Lisa is the show’s moral compass, the avenue to its most emotional stories, and the heart of its searing intelligence, while Marge is the glue that holds the family together and keeps the show grounded and focussed on the real issues. Maggie, meanwhile, is just a baby. Right?

John Swartzwelder's First Ever Interview Is Everything I Hoped It Would Be

Stacey Henley — Thu, 06 May 2021 15:00:02 GMT

John Swartzwelder is something of a comedy Santa Claus, especially for a huge Simpsons fan like myself. The reclusive writer is the most prolific contributor to The Simpsons, with close to 60 episodes to his name alone, and that’s ignoring the dozens upon dozens more he worked the punch ups on. Not just any old fodder either - Swartzwelder was a key figure in the Golden Age, and penned classics like Homer at the Bat, Dog of Death, Bart the Murderer, Bart Gets an Elephant, and arguably the greatest Simpsons episode of all time, Homer’s Enemy - this one is the joint highest rated on IMDb, tied with my personal favourite, Hank Scorpio’s You Only Move Twice.

The Simpsons Meets Star Wars In May The Fourth Disney Plus Short

Raul Velasquez — Tue, 04 May 2021 20:50:33 GMT

Disney’s shrewd Star Wars acquisition has proven to be quite the deal and the company has certainly pushed the May the Fourth holiday to new commercial heights, so there’s no better way to celebrate it than to release a crossover with another one its beloved new properties, The Simpsons.

Barthood Is The Only New Simpsons Episode That's As Good As The Golden Age

Stacey Henley — Sat, 01 May 2021 15:00:02 GMT

I love The Simpsons, and not just as a concept. Not just in the “oh yeah, Mr. Plow, that was funny,” kind of way. I still watch the new episodes every week and keep up with all the buzz around the show too. Unfortunately, that means I hear a lot of people complaining about how it’s not as good as it used to be over and over again. They’re right, for the record, but I also think these complaints are unfounded and unfair. Most people who moan about it don’t even watch it any more, and while there are a lot of low cards in the newer seasons’ deck, cutting the show off completely means missing out on a lot of great episodes - and none are greater than Barthood.

Hank Scorpio Is The Best 'One And Done' Character Ever

Stacey Henley — Sun, 25 Apr 2021 15:16:07 GMT

I’ve written about my love of The Simpsons before, and I definitely will again in the future. If we ever get a new Simpsons game - one that isn’t Tapped out - I’ll be right at the front of the queue on launch day. I mean, no one does that anymore, I’ll probably just buy it online, but you know what I mean. Day one purchase, no questions asked. I don’t want to talk about a Simpsons game today though; instead, I want to talk about Hank Scorpio, the greatest one-off character ever.

Speedrunner Beats Simpsons: Hit And Run In Less Than 1 Hour 20

Rhiannon Bevan — Sat, 24 Apr 2021 09:51:41 GMT

When speedrunning gets the spotlight, it’s often for games such as Super Mario 64, Minecraft, or The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. These are among the titles with the most active runners (according to speedrun.com). However, with 42 active players, there’s been a long and brutal race for a record in the game that graced many childhoods: Simpsons: Hit and Run.

Morrissey's Manager Slams The Simpsons For Parodying Singer As "Unapologetically Hurtful And Racist" In Latest Episode

Cristina Alexander — Sat, 24 Apr 2021 06:59:24 GMT

Morrissey, lead singer of the British band The Smiths, and his entourage are fuming over the way he was portrayed in the April 18 episode of The Simpsons. Peter Katsis, Morrissey's manager, wrote a Facebook post to lash out at the producers of the show over the character Quilloughby, who was guest-voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch, as he believed their caricature of Morrissey parodied him as a racist and overweight artist, which lead him to call the show "unapologetically hurtful and racist."

Hank Azaria Apologizes For Playing Apu In The Simpsons

Josh Coulson — Tue, 13 Apr 2021 12:41:22 GMT

Four years on from stepping down from the role, Hank Azaria has apologized for voicing Apu in The Simpsons.

The Simpsons Has Been Eclipsed By Shows That Better Understand The American Family

Stacey Henley — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 16:24:49 GMT

The Simpsons will air its 700th episode this weekend, and while I know many Simpsons fans have long since abandoned it - many even refuse to acknowledge its existence beyond season ten or so - I have always stuck with it. I have a lot of thoughts on why it has endured, but I’m more interested right now in why, for some people, it hasn’t. “It’s not as good as it used to be!” I hear you cry, and yeah - obviously. Simpsons seasons five to eight are some of the greatest seasons of television ever. It’s impossible to maintain those standards over 30 years. We all say it’s because the show isn’t funny anymore, but I think it goes much deeper than that. The Simpsons can’t represent the American family in the way that it used to, and it has been overtaken by shows that can.

The Simpsons At 700: Why It Has Endured

Stacey Henley — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 16:24:46 GMT

I love The Simpsons. When most people say that, they usually mean that they love the scene when Sideshow Bob steps on the rake, or when Homer says “Tramapoleen! Trabopoline!” but that’s not what I mean. I mean I utterly love The Simpsons. It’s my favourite TV show of all time, and my love for it is too deeply ingrained for it to ever really be challenged for that title. I’ve watched every episode, all 699 of them, at least twice bar the most recent season, and many from the earlier seasons over ten times each. I got Disney+ specifically for The Simpsons, I own all of the released seasons on DVD, I have Simpsons books, Simpsons collectibles, Simpsons games - I even spent way too much money on the recent Simpsons-Vans sneaker collection. I. Love. The. Simpsons. This week, the show is turning 700, having already edged out Gunsmoke as the longest running primetime show ever 64 episodes ago. As a huge Simpsons fan - did I mention that already? - I think I’m well placed to describe just why the show has endured for so long.

Seriously, Why Am I Still Waiting On A New Simpsons Game?

Stacey Henley — Sun, 07 Mar 2021 18:30:17 GMT

In two weeks’ time, The Simpsons will air its 700th episode, and we know it will be a flashback episode revolving around the Simpsons’ history with their neighbours, the Flandererses. It’s fitting that the show is using its anniversary to look back on the past, because for the last few years, it has been pining for the return of the glory days. We’ve seen callbacks to the monorail, Sideshow Bob’s rakes, Lisa’s substitute, Kamp Krusty, and many more besides in the past handful of seasons. I’ve resigned myself to the fact that it will never again hit Golden Era heights, but I still tune in every week. I’ve loved The Simpsons for as long as I can remember, it’s like a part of my childhood, and whenever cancellation comes, I’ll know it’s the right time to say goodbye. But with the show so concerned with nostalgia, all I want to know is where the hell’s my new Simpsons game?

The Simpsons Will Live On Following Renewal From Fox For Two More Seasons

Tarah Bleier — Thu, 04 Mar 2021 08:10:36 GMT

The Simpsons is a show that will keep on going and going, and thanks to Fox, it will be getting two more seasons. Yes, longtime fans will be getting at least a few more years watching their favorite cartoon family. By the time Season 34 airs in 2023, approximately 757 episodes will have been broadcast.

The 10 Best Simpsons Games, Ranked (According To Metacritic)

Gene Cole — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 17:45:22 GMT

For nearly as long as the series has been on television, The Simpsons have frequently appeared throughout the world of gaming. From arcades to home consoles, there are tons of official Simpsons games that are not only cult classics today, but hidden gems from more than a decade ago.

Petition For A Simpsons: Hit And Run Sequel Has Almost Reached Its Goal (After 5 Years)

Josh Coulson — Wed, 16 Dec 2020 15:40:32 GMT

Someone created a petition to gauge interest in a Simpsons: Hit and Run remaster five years ago, and it's finally closing in on its goal.

5 Reasons The Simpsons: Hit & Run Needs A Remake (& 5 Why It Doesn't)

Matthew Wilkinson — Thu, 08 Oct 2020 00:00:09 GMT

Back in 2003, The Simpsons: Hit & Run swept the world being released on PlayStation 2, GameCube, and Xbox. While it wasn't the first video game based on the popular characters and the world of Springfield, it certainly became the most popular. With a slight tongue in cheek take on GTA, this game felt very much in line with how the show worked.

The Simpsons Intro Has Been Lovingly Recreated In Animal Crossing: New Horizons

Chris Littlechild — Wed, 12 Aug 2020 17:50:09 GMT

As Homer Simpson himself once (more or less) said: Animal Crossing fans: is there anything they can’t do?

Want To Hear More Troy McClure? Play Virtual Springfield

Scott Baird — Mon, 29 Jun 2020 01:45:31 GMT

The classic era of The Simpsons might be gone, but there are pieces of it that exist in a video game that many fans might not know exists. This is especially true for fans of Troy McClue, who you may remember as being one of the best characters on the show, as he was voiced in a cameo in The Simpsons: Virtual Springfield.

Creator Uses Dreams to Remake The Simpsons: Hit & Run

Josh Coulson — Wed, 26 Feb 2020 18:50:05 GMT

A creative gamer has used Dreams to remake the opening of The Simpsons: Hit & Run, and we're hoping they won't stop there.

10 Popular TV Shows And Movies That Reference Video Games

Matthew Wilkinson — Mon, 11 Nov 2019 15:30:57 GMT

Video games are incredibly popular within pop culture, with everyone having played a game at some point, which is why they work so well when mentioned in movies and television shows.

Disney Adds Former PlayStation Exec To Head Up Business Development and Licensing For Gaming

Sam Watanuki — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:12:50 GMT

Video games and Disney haven’t exactly been a perfect pairing in recent years, save for the licensing permissions to allow Kingdom Hearts 3 to finally make its way in to the arms of anxiously awaiting fans of the series. That, however, may be changing with Disney’s latest addition to the team.

Disney showcasing Fox acquisitions at SDCC 2019

Josh Coulson — Thu, 11 Jul 2019 15:40:18 GMT

Disney's presence at this year's San Diego Comic-Con will be heavily featuring shows they acquired through the purchase of Fox earlier this year.

The Simpsons Writers Have An E3 Panel, We Can Only Hope This Means Hit And Run 2

Patricio Kobek — Sun, 26 May 2019 17:30:31 GMT

Speculation is high after The Simpsons writers announced that they will be participating in an E3 Panel in the coming weeks. Nothing has been formally announced, and there are no current games within the Simpsons franchise in development that we know of, so this news could point to any number of things.

Riot Games Explains How League Of Legends Ended Up On The Simpsons

Lou Flavius — Fri, 22 Mar 2019 23:55:42 GMT

One of TV's longest-running shows crossed into the world of esports earlier this month, with The Simpsons airing an episode featuring League of Legends. While this does seem like something that should be happening all the time, it actually does not - esports and sitcom cartoons hardly mix.

Meet The Next Esports Legend: Bart Simpson

Cody Orme — Sat, 16 Mar 2019 18:20:49 GMT

The next episode of The Simpsons will chronicle Bart as he becomes an esports star.

27 The Simpsons Redesigns Better Than The Show

Mark Sammut — Wed, 19 Dec 2018 12:00:41 GMT

Born out of the Tracey Ullman Show, The Simpsons went solo in the form of a half-an-hour Christmas special aired during December 1989, prior to expanding to a weekly schedule in the following month. Over the course of three decades, Matt Groening's cartoon has experienced its fair share of ups and downs. The former rank among the funniest episodes to ever grace the small screen, while the latter is Lisa Goes Gaga. Springfield might be fictional, but many folks have spent more time in this particular town than real cities. Regardless of the weaker seasons, The Simpsons etched its name into pop-culture folklore and will never be forgotten.

27 Storylines The Simpsons Wants Everyone To Forget

Solomon Thompson — Sat, 15 Dec 2018 09:00:08 GMT

Over the years, The Simpsons has gone from being probably the best TV show broadcast to a shambling version of itself. This downslide has led to what critics call "zombie Simpsons," thought of as airing from around 2000. While there have been some good episodes of the show since, with "Midnight RX" a personal favorite, by and large, it never matches the majesty it achieved 20 years ago. From pointless celebrity cameos that do nothing except worship at the altar of celebrity that The Simpsons used to so fiercely parody, to countless episodes grappling with modern technology, it is a show that has outlived itself.

27 Ridiculous Things Fans Totally Missed About The Simpsons

Solomon Thompson — Tue, 04 Dec 2018 13:00:13 GMT

It seems hard to believe that The Simpsons has been running for nearly 30 years at this point, isn't it? It's by far and away the longest-running Western scripted TV show, beating South Park by 8 seasons. Over the years, we've come to love its characters, whether those of the titular family or any of the legion of secondary characters. It's an institution, in a way, and not just in the United States. In the UK when I was growing up, I fondly remember waiting until Friday night, as this was when there was a Simpsons double bill. It was magical.

23 Ridiculous Mistakes Fans Completely Missed In The Simpsons

Solomon Thompson — Sun, 11 Nov 2018 16:00:21 GMT

Ah, The Simpsons. Is there any TV show, animated or live action, that has had quite as much of an impact on culture? Its roots are firmly in the countercultural comics by a then-unknown cartoonist, Matt Groening, and had a meteoric rise to fame. First as a series of shorts on The Tracey Ullman Show that generated some of the biggest laughs of the entire series, then, after encouragement from David Silverman, a primetime animated series. Simpsonsmania gripped the globe. No matter where you were, you were getting The Simpsons exposed to you in just about every part of media you could think of. Magazine covers, books, even music with the song "Do the Bartman," co-written by Michael Jackson.

20 Unresolved Mysteries And Plot Holes The Simpsons Left Hanging

Scott Baird — Sat, 21 Jul 2018 23:00:40 GMT

The Simpsons was never intended to be a long-form narrative that would last for thirty years. The early years of the show were dogged with controversy from all fronts, with moral guardians hating The Simpsons for promoting the disobedient Bart Simpson as the lead of the show. It was only due to the massive success of the show that it avoided being canceled.

25 Ridiculous Mistakes In The Simpsons Only True Fans Noticed

Russ Boswell — Thu, 12 Jul 2018 13:00:42 GMT

No matter how much you like or dislike The Simpsons, you can't deny that it's one of the most successful television shows ever created. Even though it's animated (considered by some to be a niche) it's been on longer than most live-action series. The Simpsons currently has 29 seasons and there is nothing to suggest that the series is even close to ending (aside from some rumors here and there).

The Simpsons: 20 Ridiculous Facts About Lisa

Scott Baird — Fri, 29 Jun 2018 19:00:56 GMT

The Simpsons initially promoted Bart as the main character, due to his mischevious nature and flagrant disregard for authority, which was almost unheard of in a primetime show. As time went on, the show focused more on Homer Simpson and his dim-witted antics.

20+ Things That Make No Sense About The Simpsons

Chris Littlechild — Sun, 13 May 2018 01:00:44 GMT

What does it really mean to be a fan? There’s a lot of debate about this, with terms like true fan and phrases like you’re not a real fan if you don’t such-and-such being bandied about all over the web.

The Simpsons: 20 Ridiculous Secrets About Marge And Homer’s Relationship

Patrick Mocella — Wed, 25 Apr 2018 15:00:03 GMT

There's a reason why The Simpsons has stayed in the collective hearts of a generation even as the series lumbers into its 30th season later this year. It isn't just because it was once one of the funniest shows on television. It isn't just because of its charming art style. And it isn't just because you could literally decorate and populate everything in your house with Simpsons themed merchandise. It's because the show knew just what emotional heartstrings to pull at to make us smile and cry. And the core of this heart is the love between Homer and Marge Simpson.

20 Simpsons Memes That Are Too Hilarious For Words

Maria Loreto — Mon, 12 Mar 2018 01:00:33 GMT

The Simpsons is one of the most iconic shows in the world, displaying an incredible amount of comedy, satire, social commentary, and self awareness that keep people hooked. It’s no wonder that The Simpsons is on its 29th season, that it's been the recipient of a myriad of awards, and that it’s the longest running sitcom and the longest running animated show in the US. The Simpsons are amazing and we can’t get enough of them.

25 Times The Simpsons Predicted Accurately Predicted The Future

Tristan Jurkovich — Sat, 10 Mar 2018 01:00:58 GMT

The Simpsons is one of my favorite shows of all time. It practically raised me as a child. Not literally or anything — my parents loved me. The show is where I got my humor from, so in that regard it raised me. I’ll never be able to look at a bottle of Catsup, or Ketchup again without laughing. The same goes for so many other inside jokes. Now true The Simpsons hasn’t remained golden. Seasons 3-8 are pretty great and since then it’s kind of been hit or miss with the latter being unfortunately the case. That doesn’t lessen the best seasons of the cartoon though, but it is sad to see it still on the air and be kind of a joke instead of telling the jokes. Can you feel me?

The Best ( & Worst) Simpsons Video Games of All Time

Michael Llewellyn — Tue, 30 May 2017 01:00:24 GMT

It's incredible to think that The Simpsons family first debuted more than 30 years ago as short animations on a variety program called The Tracey Ullman Show in 1987. The one-minute shorts ran until May 1989, which eventually led to The Simpsons becoming a full independent series in December 1989 starting with a Christmas special known as "Simpsons Roasting On An Open Fire."