The Sims Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Updates and 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 the genre by focusing on simulating the everyday lives of individuals. Players have the unprecedented ability to guide their Sims through life's milestones—from childhood and education to marriage, careers, parenthood, and even their final days.

As one of the most significant franchises in gaming, The Sims has not only launched a genre but continues to thrive across its various iterations. This popularity is evident in the dedicated fanbase and even specialized websites like ours that focus solely on The Sims news. To celebrate this quarter-century milestone, EA is rolling out extensive celebrations across all platforms, including updates to The Sims 4 and The Sims FreePlay.

Celebrating on Mobile

For mobile gamers, The Sims FreePlay and The Sims Mobile are at the forefront of these celebrations. The Sims FreePlay has introduced the FreePlay 2000 update, immersing players in a nostalgic trip back to the Y2K era. Alongside this, there are new live events, a 25-day gifting extravaganza, and much more to enjoy. On the other hand, The Sims Mobile is offering two free gifts to players during its birthday week, which kicks off on March 4th.

If you're new to The Sims on mobile, don't miss our ultimate guide to The Sims Mobile. It's packed with all the tips and guidance you'll need to master the art of Sim management on your device.