During a panel at Disney's D23 event on August 14, 2026, The Simpsons creator Matt Groening stated that the 2003 open-world game The Simpsons: Hit & Run is returning in some form. Current showrunner Matt Selman immediately followed up Groening's comment with "...or not," introducing ambiguity regarding the project's actual status.
Panel statements and background
Groening delivered the remark during the D23 presentation, pointing directly to a potential revival of the cult-classic title. Selman, who worked as a writer on the original 2003 development, had previously addressed revival prospects in March 2026 by stating "never say never."
Originally developed by Radical Entertainment and published by Vivendi Games, the 2003 release debuted on the GameCube, PlayStation 2, and original Xbox. Despite its enduring popularity among players, Disney and current rights holders have not formally filed any paperwork or issued press releases regarding a remaster, remake, or port.
Concrete industry outlook
Neither Groening nor Selman provided specific platforms, release windows, or studio assignments during the D23 panel. The conflicting statements mean that while discussions or early efforts may be underway internally, no official product has been greenlit for public consumption.
