The Sims franchise is celebrating its monumental 25th anniversary with great enthusiasm, and while Electronic Arts (EA) has outlined an exciting roadmap for the event, it appears that there might be more surprises in store. Today, The Sims team released a teaser that has sparked immense excitement among fans, as it contains subtle yet unmistakable references to the first two iconic games in the series. This has naturally led to widespread speculation that these beloved classics could be making a triumphant return in some capacity.
Although there's no official word yet from EA or Maxis Games, intriguing reports from Kotaku suggest that we might see digital PC versions of The Sims 1 and 2, complete with all their original expansion packs, by the end of the week. If these rumors hold true, it raises the question of whether a console release will follow, and if so, on what timeline. Given the lucrative potential of tapping into fans' nostalgia, it seems highly improbable that EA would miss out on this golden opportunity.
The Sims 1 and 2, released many years ago, are now practically inaccessible through legal channels, leaving long-time fans yearning for a way to relive these cherished memories. A re-release of these titles would undoubtedly be met with jubilation across the entire Sims community.