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We already knew that the iconic animated series was teaming up with Epic Games' battle royale, but this isn't the sole destination 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 the Fortnite universe. However, if gamers will actually want to use it is a different matter, as there's only one Springfield vehicle the community is itching to get behind the wheel of, and this isn't it.

The Dream Vehicle

While many gamers would absolutely enjoy to face off behind the wheel of The Homer—the famously flawed car Homer designed personally in the 1991 episode "the one where he meets Herb"—that's not what players are receiving. We aren't even getting the Canyonero, the heavy-duty truck showcased in season 10. Instead, fans are getting the family's standard beat-up four-door, which has been in the family since 1989. Though this specific vehicle has seen better days, it remains an recognizable element of the show. And for players who analyze Rocket League car hitboxes, the trusty sedan shares the same hitbox as the Dominus body type.

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Additional Themed Cosmetics

And it's not the sole cosmetic from the show arriving in the game. The event will additionally feature a set of objectives to earn additional goodies, all of which are inspired by the show. According to a official announcement, the challenges will task players to "get as many centers and clears as there are the show's years on air, collect boost pickups as if your GPS is set to The Simpsons’ residence, and travel a specific distance worthy of picking up the ideal pastries!"

Although the complete list of challenge rewards hasn't been revealed, here is what has been confirmed so far:

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

If the key art is any indication, it appears players will also get rims featuring a TV displaying The Simpsons' opening credits, Kang and Kodos topper, a frosted doughnut trail, and boost effects themed to smoldering rubber and Krusty Burger.

Event Timing and Fortnite Connection

The Rocket League collaboration lines up with the extensive Simpsons takeover of Fortnite's island, which includes a completely new playable area of Springfield, as well as a month-long seasonal progression system. This special Rocket League and Simpsons event begins on November 1st and concludes on Nov. 17.