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We already knew that The Simpsons was collaborating with Epic Games' battle royale, but this isn't the sole place where fans can immerse themselves in the universe of Springfield. The long-running series is coming over to the popular soccer-driving hybrid, introducing an in-game car skin that will also be usable in Fortnite. That said, whether players will truly desire to equip it is another question, as there's only one Springfield car everyone is itching to get behind the wheel of, and this new offering isn't that one.

The Dream Vehicle

Although most gamers would undoubtedly love to face off while driving Homer's custom creation—the notoriously impractical automobile the patriarch built himself in the classic episode "the one where he meets Herb"—that's not what's being offered. Not even receiving the massive SUV, the heavy-duty vehicle showcased in season 10. Rather, fans will obtain the family's everyday well-worn sedan, which has been in the family since 1989. Even though this particular car has accumulated plenty of miles, it stands as an recognizable symbol of the show. For those who analyze the game's car hitboxes, the trusty sedan uses the same hitbox as the Dominus.

Image: Epic Games

More Than Just a Car

But that's not the sole customization item from the series arriving in Rocket League. The event will additionally feature a series of challenges to earn additional goodies, all of which are Simpsons-themed. As detailed in a press release, the challenges will require participants 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 residence, and drive a distance worthy of picking up the ideal pastries!"

While the complete list of earnable items hasn't been disclosed, here is what has been confirmed up to this point:

• Blinky topper
• Homer's hedge-themed banner
• Garbage-themed wheels
• 20,000 experience points for each challenge

If the key art is a reliable guide, it appears fans will also get rims featuring a TV showing the show's opening credits, alien antenna toppers, a frosted doughnut trail, and boost effects inspired by smoldering rubber and Krusty Burger.

Event Timing and Fortnite Connection

This event coincides with the extensive 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 celebration begins on November 1st and ends on November 17th.