The Simpsons: Hit & Run

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  • Summary: Explore Springfield as your favorite Simpsons characters as you unravel the plot that threatens the town's very existence. Play as Homer, Bart, Marge, Lisa, and Apu in over 56 driving and on-foot missions in seven challenging levels. Drive in 40 of Springfield's finest vehicles includingExplore Springfield as your favorite Simpsons characters as you unravel the plot that threatens the town's very existence. Play as Homer, Bart, Marge, Lisa, and Apu in over 56 driving and on-foot missions in seven challenging levels. Drive in 40 of Springfield's finest vehicles including Mr. Plow and the Canyonero. Unlock the multiplayer mode to play against three other players. The world of the Simpsons has many gags and surprises in store for you. … Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. GameSpy
    90
    Very fun and very funny; it deftly satirizes Grand Theft Auto while being almost as entertaining, and it even improves on several aspects of GTA's gameplay (instant mission restarts, a superior guidance system, and an easily accessible collection of vehicles).
  2. Game Informer
    85
    This thing's sweeter than that beer with candy pieces in it; y'know, Skittlebrau. [Nov 2003, p.157]
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  3. Next Level Gaming
    83
    The best thing about this title is that it was clearly made for the fans of the show.
  4. Game Chronicles
    80
    What really sets it apart from other Simpsons games is that behind all of the quick wit and polished voice acting lies a very, very good game.
  5. Gamezilla!
    79
    The bottom line: if you can't appreciate the show’s humor, there’s not much for you in The Simpsons: Hit and Run. But then again… who doesn’t like the Simpsons?
  6. GamingWorld X
    75
    The GameCube version of Hit and Run loads a bit faster and runs smoother overall than the PS2 version of the game, and it’s the closest thing that the GameCube has to "Grand Theft Auto" at this point, so why not give it a go?
  7. games(TM)
    50
    There's just not enough to do besides the main tasks to justify stealing the GTA concept ... the distinct lack of content reduces the amount of enjoyment you'll get out of it. Better than you'd think, but still very basic. [Nov 2003, p.118]
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  1. Positive: 20 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 22
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  1. Luka2425
    Aug 1, 2015
    10
    Greatest Simpsons Game to date! Wow this game is everything a Simpsons fan would ever want. Terrific Dialogue, great atmosphere and setting,Greatest Simpsons Game to date! Wow this game is everything a Simpsons fan would ever want. Terrific Dialogue, great atmosphere and setting, (as it's set in Springfield itself) and of course terrfic characters as you get to control Homer, Bart, Lisa, Marge, and Apu. many other characters appear in the game, and interact with the main characters in the game. The levels were amazing, but the one level that I felt was a bit stale and boring was Apus level but that's about it. Everything else in this game is terrific and honestly this game gets a 9.5 for me, but since you can't give half rating, I'll just round to 10 cause this game is Awesome! (:… Expand
  2. shang-chi_VG
    Apr 30, 2018
    10
    A grand-theft-auto kind of game but with the old-school Simpsons humour, jokes, looks, music and references, it just never gets old.
  4. Gamer1867
    Jan 12, 2021
    10
    The simpsons hit and run is one of the best simpsons games ever made. Storyline written by the show's writers along with the entire simpsonsThe simpsons hit and run is one of the best simpsons games ever made. Storyline written by the show's writers along with the entire simpsons cast voicingvall of the characters for the game. Gta simpsons style. Definitely in the top 3 simpsons games along with simpsons arcade and the simpsons game.… Expand
  5. Zilcell
    Nov 7, 2011
    9
    There is few things that are better than traveling through Springfield as one of your favorite Simpsons characters. Better yet, you can do itThere is few things that are better than traveling through Springfield as one of your favorite Simpsons characters. Better yet, you can do it by car or by foot. There is a lot of freedom within this game. It will remind you of Grand Theft Auto.… Expand
  6. GamecubeLover
    Jul 21, 2016
    8
    The graphics are ugly and the game is a copy of grand theft auto but believe it or not I HATE the GTA series cause it is the same rehashingThe graphics are ugly and the game is a copy of grand theft auto but believe it or not I HATE the GTA series cause it is the same rehashing crap constantly every game and this game hit and run is original and has great gameplay unlike GTA.… Expand
  7. WhiteTalpa
    Dec 14, 2012
    8
    This game is amazing, one of the only Simpson games that i actually like. It has some really good level design however some parts of the gameThis game is amazing, one of the only Simpson games that i actually like. It has some really good level design however some parts of the game can get repetitive.… Expand
  8. BingoTrousers14
    May 21, 2011
    7
    Let me say that I am a huge Simpsons fan. This game is kinda like a tame GTA. It's enjoyable with all the best Simpsons fan. It also hasLet me say that I am a huge Simpsons fan. This game is kinda like a tame GTA. It's enjoyable with all the best Simpsons fan. It also has homage to some of the episodes with missions like obtaining a copy of Bonestorm. It's a enjoyable game with a cool array of vehicles. It's worth a play through or even more.… Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#37 Best GameCube Game of 2003
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#22 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2003
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#40 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2003