Fortnite’s exciting new crossover event with The Simpsons has proven to be a major hit, attracting over three million concurrent players during the weekend. This collaboration includes an array of Simpsons-themed skins and introduces a new map inspired by the beloved town of Springfield. In a recent short released on Fortnite’s official YouTube channel, players got a sneak peek at what Epic Games has in store with tomorrow’s update.
The animated short features Homer Simpson and Professor Frink discussing a mysterious shard that Homer has integrated into his TV remote. While Frink is eager to analyze the shard, Homer uses it to transform a nearby cloud into a gigantic donut that plummets down, showcasing the whimsical and fun nature of the game. In a twist, Homer also turns Frink into a new version of Peely, dressed up as the quirky professor.
Gameplay footage follows, highlighting the unique feature of massive donuts raining down on the Springfield map. Players can expect exciting new skins, including Lisa Simpson piloting a mech with Bart, the ever-grumpy Moe Szyslak, and a Peely version resembling Professor Frink, which is part of the Springfielder Peely segment of the current battle pass.
The video concludes with a lively scene where the townspeople voice their grievances to Mayor Quimby about the food showering from above. As they collectively decide to put an end to the chaos, Homer humorously discards the shard into nuclear waste, only to fall in himself. This playful incident hints at the introduction of multiple Homers, teasing future developments in the Fortnite Simpsons event.
Fortnite remains free to download across various platforms, including Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PC, and mobile devices. The current season, themed around The Simpsons, is set to continue until November 29, providing fans ample time to enjoy the whimsical blend of two iconic franchises.