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It was previously announced that The Simpsons was collaborating with Epic Games' battle royale, but that's not the only place where fans can immerse themselves in the universe of Springfield. The long-running series is also making its way to the popular soccer-driving hybrid, bringing along an in-game car skin that will also be usable in Fortnite. However, whether players will truly desire to use it is another question, as fans have their hearts set on just one Springfield car the community is itching to get behind the wheel of, and this new offering isn't that one.

The Dream Vehicle

While many players would absolutely enjoy to face off while driving Homer's custom creation—the famously flawed car Homer built himself in the 1991 installment "Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?"—that's not what's being offered. Not even receiving the Canyonero, the heavy-duty vehicle featured in the tenth season. Instead, fans will obtain the Simpsons' standard well-worn four-door, which they've been driving since the show's early days. Though this particular car has accumulated plenty of miles, it stands as an recognizable element of the show. And for players who pay attention to 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 only cosmetic from the series coming to Rocket League. The event will additionally feature a series of objectives to unlock additional rewards, all of which are Simpsons-themed. As detailed in a press release, the missions will task players to "achieve a certain number of centers and clears as there are The Simpsons seasons, collect boost pickups as if your navigation is set to The Simpsons’ residence, and drive a distance sufficient for acquiring the ideal pastries!"

Although the full lineup of earnable items hasn't been disclosed, here is what's been announced up to this point:

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

Based on promotional images is a reliable guide, it seems players will also receive rims featuring a TV showing the show's title sequence, Kang and Kodos topper, a frosted doughnut trail, and rocket boosts themed to burning tires and Krusty Burger.

Event Timing and Fortnite Connection

The Rocket League collaboration lines up with the extensive The Simpsons takeover of Fortnite's island, which includes a completely new map of the fictional town, as well as a month-long Battle Pass. The Rocket League x The Simpsons event begins on November 1st and concludes on November 17th.