The Sims Celebrates 25 Years with FreePlay Updates, Livestreams

When we talk about landmark franchises in gaming, names like Doom, Wolfenstein, The Elder Scrolls, Final Fantasy, Super Mario, and Tetris often come to mind. However, one cannot overlook the monumental impact of Maxis' The Sims, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Originally conceived as a spin-off from the SimCity series, The Sims revolutionized gaming by focusing on simulating the everyday lives of ordinary people. Players were given unprecedented control over their Sims, guiding them through life's milestones from childhood to adulthood, marriage, career, and beyond.

The Sims has not only become one of the largest franchises in gaming but has also pioneered a whole genre, maintaining its popularity across various platforms and iterations. It's no wonder that our company has dedicated an entire website to The Sims news. To celebrate this significant 25-year milestone, EA is rolling out extensive celebrations across the franchise, including updates for The Sims 4 and The Sims FreePlay on virtually all platforms.

More on Mobile
Turning our attention to mobile, both The Sims FreePlay and The Sims Mobile are receiving major updates to commemorate this anniversary. The Sims FreePlay has already introduced the FreePlay 2000 update, immersing players in a nostalgic Y2K experience complete with new live events and the 25 Days of Gifting. Meanwhile, The Sims Mobile is set to offer two free gifts to players during its birthday week, starting March 4th.

For those new to The Sims on mobile, be sure to check out our ultimate guide to The Sims Mobile. It provides all the guidance you'll need to take care of your Sims and make the most of your gaming experience.