The greatest Simpsons game of all time is coming back

During the fan Q&A at D23 2026, Matt Groening, the creator of The Simpsons, inadvertently revealed intriguing news concerning The Simpsons Hit & Run, the franchise’s most acclaimed and long‑awaited title.

When a spectator inquired about a sequel, Groening, admittedly speaking off‑script, announced that the original game would return in some form. The showrunner Matt Selman promptly interjected, redirecting the conversation to The Simpsons: Road Rage, the franchise’s first vehicular title. Although the anecdote was charming, the revelation had already set the fanbase abuzz, and the excitement was now uncontainable.

For over two decades since its 2003 debut, fans have clamored for a sequel, remaster, or remake of Hit & Run. Any iteration tied to the franchise would satiate that longing, prompting some enthusiasts to craft their own unofficial remakes.

It is no surprise that Hit & Run remains the pinnacle of Simpsons games, and it stands as one of the few titles inspired by the Grand Theft Auto series that transcended the label of a mere clone. Its blend of character, humor, and open‑world gameplay earned both critical acclaim and commercial success, leaving fans with a lingering question that has persisted for years.

With all legal entanglements seemingly resolved, one wonders why Disney has yet to confirm a Hit & Run remake on its most prominent platform. The delay could simply be a matter of development readiness, or—conjecturally—an official announcement might have eclipsed the recent teaser for the upcoming Simpsons movie sequel, a move Disney may have deemed too risky.

While the current approach appears prudent, an alternative path could have involved adapting the Hit & Run series into a feature film, potentially broadening the franchise’s reach beyond interactive media.