Celebrating a remarkable milestone, The Sims franchise marks its 25th birthday, affectionately dubbed “Hoople Borpna”in Simlish. This anniversary brings exciting news for both veterans and newcomers: the iconic games are being re-released, offering everyone a chance to revisit the origins of life simulation gaming.
On Friday, Electronic Arts announced the 25th Birthday Bundle, which compiles The Sims and The Sims 2 together for the first time. Initially launched on February 4, 2000, the original game transformed the gaming landscape, selling millions of copies and establishing a powerful cultural phenomenon that has led to four main series entries. Accompanying the announcement was a nostalgic trailer showcasing beloved characters through a live-action lens.
The Sims & Sims 2 Now Available on PC
Reliving the Origins of The Sims Made Easy
The vibrant community surrounding The Sims continues to thrive, arguably more robust than during the late 90s. In recognition of this, EA also offers The Sims: Legacy Collection and The Sims 2: Legacy Collection separately, providing fans the option to explore their favorite titles without committing to the $39.99 price tag of the 25th birthday bundle. Players can access these games on Windows 10 and 11 via the EA app, Epic Games Store, and Steam, confirming rumors of a remastered version of The Sims.
In a press announcement, Kate Gorman Revelli, Vice President and General Manager of The Sims, expressed enthusiasm about this milestone, emphasizing the moment as opportune for revisiting the franchise’s roots. Revelli looks forward to another 25 years of storytelling and play, stating that players can “reimagine all the different ways they play with life.”However, it is worth noting that newcomers accustomed to the refined gameplay of The Sims 4 may find the original games more challenging, though the allure of familiar characters could sway their interest.
Exciting Features in The Sims Legacy Collection
Familiar Faces and Features Await
For those eager to see beloved features like burglars making their return, the Legacy Collection delivers! Burglars added an exciting layer of unpredictability in earlier games, making them a memorable aspect of the franchise. The trailer notably highlights these characters, as well as some of the series’ infamous eccentricities, including Dracula and Sunny the Tragic Clown.
Moreover, players will find the Grim Reaper—a longstanding figure since the first game’s expansion—making a reappearance. Fans familiar with romantic encounters involving this character in The Sims 4 can trace their lineage back to the original. Looking ahead, EA has also announced the upcoming release of the MySims: Cozy Bundle set for March 18, 2025, which is now available for pre-order.
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