Posted 17 May 2003 at 14:38 by guest
Vivendi Universal took the time to inform us of some interesting facts concerning their new felony-filled title based in the lovely town of Springfield, The Simpsons: Hit & Run. It is but one click away..
Product Title: The Simpsons Hit & Run
Ship Date: September 2003
Publisher: VU Games
Developer: Radical Entertainment
Platforms: PS2/Xbox/GCN
Genre: Mission Based Driving
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
There are strange happenings in Springfield. People are missing, very mysterious crop circles are appearing, and hidden cameras are being exposed. When Homer notices a black van with a satellite dish parked outside the Simpsons house, he decides to investigate further into these odd events. What he reveals could be the biggest mystery to rock Springfield since Who Shot Mr. Burns?
The Simpsons Hit & Run promises a hilarious mission based driving game with exciting out-of-the-car platform gameplay, the signature satire of The Simpsons, and the interactive world of Springfield.
FEATURES
Over 56 driving and on-foot missions in 7 huge levels spread out over the familiar Springfield landmarks
Explore Springfield like never before � ON FOOT - as Homer, Bart, Apu, Marge, and Lisa.
For the first time, explore the interiors of locations like the Kwik-e-mart, the Power Plant, and even the Simpsons home.
Brand new story and dialogue written by award-winning The Simpsons writers
Voiced by The Simpsons cast for full brand authenticity
Drive as 17 different characters including Cletus, Comic Book Guy, and Principal Skinner with his nagging Mother as a backseat driver.
Over 40 unique vehicles to unlock including Homer's Mr. Plow and Cletus's pick-up truck.
Pick-up-and play game controls are inviting for non-gaming Simpsons fan while challenging the serious gamer
In-game animated gags and hidden jokes throughout the environments give the genuine feel of being in an episode of The Simpsons.
Hidden pickups containing episode-specific bonus material from the last 14 seasons to reward The Simpsons fan and increase the shelf life of title.
Multiplayer mode for up-to 4 players in unlockable driving challenges.
MARKETING SUPPORT
Cross-promotional tie-ins and Retail programs in conjunction with release of The Simpsons Season 3 DVD
Online synergy with www.thesimpsons.com, fox.com, and Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment
Major In-Store/Retail presence aimed at Holiday shoppers
Targeted syndicated TV promotions in up-to affiliate markets We will have more info on The Simpsons: Hit & Run as we recieve it.