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Sydney Sweeney's Childhood Favorite: The Simpsons Game and Her Character
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Sydney Sweeney's Childhood Favorite: The Simpsons Game and Her Character

Mar 18, 2024 10:47 PM

In a recent interview, actress Sydney Sweeney reminisced about her childhood gaming experiences, particularly highlighting her love for The Simpsons: Road Rage. Sydney Sweeney, known for her roles in 'Madame Web' and 'Anyone but You,' initially sparked curiosity during a press conference for 'Madame Web' when she alluded to playing a Simpsons game. She also fondly mentioned playing 'Super Mario Bros.' on her Nintendo DS alongside her brother. Following up on this tidbit, Sweeney clarified in a subsequent interview promoting her horror film 'Immaculate' that the game she adored was indeed 'The Simpsons: Road Rage,' with her preferred character being Homer Simpson. The revelation puts to rest speculations by fans and media outlets guessing between 'Road Rage' and its successor 'Hit & Run,' both popular during her youth.

Which Simpsons video game did Sydney Sweeney enjoy playing the most?

Sydney Sweeney's favorite Simpsons video game from her childhood is The Simpsons: Road Rage, where she liked to play as the character Homer Simpson.

The Simpsons: Road Rage was released in 2001 for various platforms, including the original Xbox, which Sweeney mentioned. It was developed by Radical Entertainment and published by Electronic Arts. The game is a satirical take on taxi driving simulations, inspired by Sega's Crazy Taxi. It features iconic characters and locations from the popular animated TV show 'The Simpsons.' Despite the game's success and a strong nostalgic factor among fans, there's been no recent news about a new release or sequel to the beloved Simpsons video games like Road Rage or Hit & Run.



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Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-03-19 00:06:03
Hey, I remember playing The Simpsons: Road Rage back in the day It's cool to hear that Sydney Sweeney loved that game too, especially playing as Homer Simpson. It's a classic that brings back some good memories, and it's always fun to see celebrities sharing their gaming experiences.
Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-03-19 00:00:03
It's always cool to hear about celebrities' gaming memories, and Sydney Sweeney's love for The Simpsons: Road Rage brings on some serious nostalgic vibes. The game's satirical take on taxi driving alongside the iconic characters from the show definitely made it a standout in the gaming world at the time.
Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2024-03-18 23:54:03
Sydney Sweeney's nostalgia for 'The Simpsons: Road Rage' shows how classic video games can leave a lasting impression. It's awesome to see someone in the spotlight sharing their love for gaming and the impact it had on their childhood.
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