D’oh! Did Matt Groening Just Confirm The Simpsons: Hit & Run’s Comeback?!

Get ready for some serious nostalgia, PakGamers! It seems one of the most beloved cartoon-to-game adaptations of all time, The Simpsons: Hit & Run, might just be making a grand return. And the news comes straight from the top – none other than Matt Groening, the legendary creator of The Simpsons himself!

During a panel at the recent Disney fan event D23 2026, Groening casually dropped a bombshell that has the gaming world buzzing. He mentioned, quite directly, that he believes “the original game is coming back in some form.” Imagine the collective gasp and cheer from fans who’ve been dreaming of this for over two decades!

However, before we all start practicing our Kwik-E-Mart runs, there’s a little twist. Right after Groening’s exciting reveal, current series showrunner Matt Selman quickly stepped in with a cautionary “…or not.” Talk about a mood killer, or perhaps a clever way to keep things under wraps!

So, what does this mean for us? Is Groening spilling the beans a bit too early, or did he genuinely misunderstand the situation? It’s tough to say for sure without an official announcement, but when the mastermind behind Springfield speaks, ears definitely perk up. The internet, as expected, went into an immediate meltdown of excitement, with social media flooded by gamers hoping this 23-year long wait is finally over.

Groening’s specific wording, “the original game,” strongly hints that if something is indeed in the works, we’re likely looking at a remaster or a full-blown remake rather than a brand-new sequel. This makes perfect sense, as fans have been clamoring for a modern update to experience Springfield’s chaotic open-world charm once again on current-gen consoles.

For those who might not remember, The Simpsons: Hit & Run first launched way back in 2003 for the GameCube, PlayStation 2, and the original Xbox. It quickly became a cult classic, celebrated for its unique blend of Grand Theft Auto-inspired gameplay within the hilarious and iconic world of The Simpsons. Cruising through Springfield, completing missions with Homer, Bart, Lisa, Marge, and Apu, and soaking in that classic Simpsons humor was an absolute blast. It’s truly one of those licensed games that actually got it right!

It’s not the first time we’ve heard whispers either. Some of the original developers from Radical Entertainment have previously expressed surprise that the game never saw a comeback. And earlier this year, Matt Selman himself teased fans with a hopeful “never say never.”

While the excitement is palpable, it’s probably wise for us to keep our expectations in check for now. Until there’s an official word from the developers or publishers, this remains a tantalizing hint rather than a confirmed reality. But hey, a little hope never hurt anyone, right? Let’s keep our fingers crossed that we’ll soon be able to say “Woohoo!” to a definitive return of The Simpsons: Hit & Run!

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