The Sims Celebrates 25 Years with Updates and Livestreams

When it comes to landmark franchises in gaming, names like Doom, Wolfenstein, The Elder Scrolls, Final Fantasy, Super Mario, and Tetris often come to mind. However, let's not overlook the monumental impact of Maxis' The Sims series, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Originally conceived as a spin-off from the SimCity series, The Sims shifted the focus to simulating the daily lives of individual characters, offering players unprecedented control over their Sims' life journeys—from childhood to adulthood, marriage, career, and beyond.

The Sims franchise has not only become one of the largest in gaming history but has also pioneered a whole new genre that continues to captivate players across its various iterations. Its enduring popularity is evident, with even our company dedicating an entire website to The Sims news. In honor of this significant milestone, EA is rolling out a series of celebrations across all platforms, including updates for The Sims 4 and The Sims FreePlay.

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For mobile gamers, both The Sims FreePlay and The Sims Mobile are set to receive or have already received major updates to commemorate this anniversary. The Sims FreePlay's FreePlay 2000 update transports players back to the turn of the millennium, embracing Y2K culture with new live events and the 25 Days of Gifting, among other exciting features. On the other hand, The Sims Mobile is giving away two free gifts to players during its birthday week, starting on March 4th.

If you're new to The Sims on mobile, don't miss our ultimate guide to The Sims Mobile, which provides all the essential tips and guidance you'll need to manage your Sims effectively.