<Tr> <Th> Genre (s) </Th> <Td> Action - adventure, racing, Grand Theft Auto clone </Td> </Tr> <Tr> <Th> Mode (s) </Th> <Td> Single - player, multiplayer </Td> </Tr> <P> The Simpsons: Hit & Run is a Grand Theft Auto clone action - adventure video game developed by Radical Entertainment and published by Vivendi Universal Games, for GameCube, PlayStation 2, Xbox and Microsoft Windows . It is based on the American animated sitcom The Simpsons, and is the twenty - second installment in the Simpsons series . It was released on September 16, 2003 . </P> <P> The game follows the Simpson family and their friend Apu Nahasapeemapetilon, who witness many strange incidents that occur in Springfield; security cameras, mysterious vans, crop circles, and a "new and improved" flavor of the popular soft drink Buzz Cola, which causes insanity . Taking matters into their own hands, they discover numerous shocking secrets, and soon realize these incidents are part of a larger alien conspiracy, caused by Kang and Kodos . Gameplay largely focuses on exploration and missions; players often race enemies and interact with supporting characters on timed quests . The game also features many elements found in role - playing games, such as a branching storyline and side tasks . </P>

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