Today marks the 25th anniversary of The Sims franchise, celebrating over a decade of The Sims 4. EA has launched “The Sims 25th Anniversary Collection” on various platforms, featuring re-releases of classic titles. However, many players on Steam are experiencing technical issues, including problems with user interface scaling and game launching. EA is aware of these challenges and is working on fixes. Excitement remains high among fans for future developments in the series.
Celebrating 25 Years of The Sims
Today marks a significant milestone, as we celebrate over a decade of The Sims 4 being a part of our gaming experiences. While it continues to captivate players, it’s clear that some of its predecessors may feel a bit outdated in comparison.
In honor of the franchise’s 25th anniversary, EA has decided to treat devoted fans to a special offering. The “The Sims 25th Anniversary Collection” is now available on the EA app, Epic Games Store, and Steam. This collection features the re-releases of the beloved titles for €39.99, alongside “The Sims 1 Heritage Collection” and “The Sims 2 Heritage Collection,” priced at €19.99 and €29.99, respectively.
A Bumpy Celebration on Steam
However, what should have been a joyous occasion has turned into a frustrating experience for some long-time fans, particularly on Valve’s platform. The original titles, The Sims and The Sims 2, which debuted in 2000 and 2004, respectively, are undeniably showing their age. With the re-release, many players are facing technical challenges that have marred their gameplay experience.
Players have reported various issues on the Steam forums, including a lack of user interface scaling for higher resolutions and difficulties launching the game on both Windows and Linux systems. Additional complaints revolve around the neighborhood screen size and the malfunctioning cheat code “move_objects,” which has hindered players’ ability to unlock or debug their Sims.
In light of this feedback, EA has responded with a statement acknowledging the situation and promising that fixes are on the horizon. While players will need to exercise patience for now, the studio is actively working to address the concerns raised by the community.
The Sims series has undoubtedly earned its legendary status in the gaming world, and fans are optimistic that the studio’s ongoing efforts will lead to improvements. With rumors of a major project in the works, the future of the franchise remains exciting!