Summary
Maxis and EA have debuted compilations ofThe SimsandThe Sims 2, featuring nearly all of the games' downloadable content, to celebrate the franchise’s 25th anniversary. The life simulation franchise from developer Maxis paved the way for life simulation games with the original game’s debut in 2000, helping to popularize the genre with its engaging gameplay. The franchise haswelcomed four main-seriesSimsgameswith a mountain of DLC expansions across both PC and consoles. Now, some of the franchise’s original classics are back with a special release.
The launch of the firstThe Simsgame on PC was a landmark release for theSimCitydeveloper, serving as one of the first major life simulation games.The Simswould pave the way for many of the staples of the franchise going forward, including the games' bizarre “Simlish” language and its plethora of DLC expansions.The Sims' success would see it ported to multiple home consoles as well, appearing on platforms like the PS2, GameCube, and Xbox among others. Now, fans are getting the chance to experience the series' roots once again with a new re-release.
Maxis and EA officially debuted a new pair of compilations for the first twoSimsgames on Friday morning, after the compilations had been heavily rumored. Both compilations come with a sizable pack of expansions, withThe Simsfeaturing popular expansion packs like “Livin' Large” and “House Party” whileThe Sims 2comes with seventeen different expansion packs.TheSimsgame compilationscan also be bought as part of a bundle celebrating the franchise’s “25th Birthday.“The Sims Legacy Collectionis available on Steam for $19.99, while fans will pay $29.99 forThe Sims 2 Legacy Collection.
The Sims 25th Birthday Bundle
The massive compilations for the first twoSimsgames will give fans the chance to re-visit the iconic simulation franchise’s roots while also promoting the newest games. BothLegacy Collectionreleases come with a “Fit Kit” forThe Sims 4alongside the base game, with the “Throwback Fit” inThe Simsand “Grunge Revival” inThe Sims 2. TheSimscompilations are currently exclusive to PC, with no plans revealed for a wider console release.
The new releases fromThe Simsgives fans a chance to look back at the series' earliest days as the future of the franchise remains unclear.Maxis previously confirmedProject Reneas its next major project related to theSimsfranchises, with many fans expecting that the game would eventually becomeThe Sims 5. However, newer assertions from the developer have confirmed thatProject Reneis, in actuality, not the fifth main-series entry, but a separate project entirely. Fans ofThe Simswill have to wait and see what’s next for the beloved series.
The Sims (2000)
WHERE TO PLAY
It’s time you moved out of Mom’s house and spread your wings as a Sim. You’ll need to find a job, a roommate, and a new place to live. Meet life’s challenges and you could meet your soul mate and retire to the ultimate party mansion.Get a Life- Create a Sim and go from rags to riches in seven challenging levels.Freestyle Sims- Chart the destiny of an entire Sim neighborhood in open-ended Sandbox mode.Two Player- Challenge a friend for love and money or cooperate in an open-ended game.
