Why Simpsons Hit & Run 2 May Happen Without EA

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One of the most beloved games of its generation, The Simpsons: Hit and Run could get a sequel soon, without needing to be tethered to Electronic Arts. One of the biggest American publishers in the gaming industry, EA has recently been trying to get acquired by companies like Disney or Amazon. This news could shake up the industry, especially considering the number of studios that EA itself has purchased. Because of this possible buyout, a release date for The Simpsons: Hit and Run 2 could be on the horizon.

The Simpsons: Hit and Run is regarded as one of the best Grand Theft Auto-like open world games, and generally one of the best games of the PlayStation 2/GameCube/Xbox era. It's loved by fans for its engaging gameplay, but also for its references to the show, and other humor that can be appreciated whether they already have a love for the residents of Springfield or not. The game is still a cult classic to this day and The Simpsons: Hit and Run was even voted the most wanted game remaster.

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If EA gets bought out, The Simpsons: Hit and Run 2 could happen, with or without EA. Although EA currently has the rights to the Hit and Run IP, the company has let it lie dormant since the game's original release in 2003. But depending on if EA gets acquired - and what company acquires it — a Simpsons: Hit and Run 2 release date could be getting closer.

One company to acquire EA that makes a lot of sense is Disney. A major contributing factor is that Disney wants developers to innovate classic properties, something EA developer Respawn has already done by working on Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and its upcoming sequel Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. In addition, Disney