September 13th 2023.
EA has made it clear that they aren't done with The Sims 4 yet. Even after Project Rene, the upcoming sequel to The Sims 4, launches fans can still expect more DLC and updates. While no launch date for Project Rene, or The Sims 5 as it is commonly called, has been announced, EA did give fans a behind the scenes look at some prototype footage in June.
Lyndsey Pearson, the Vice President of Franchise Creative, has gone on to explain the game's free-to-play model. She said that Project Rene will be available for free download and that no subscription, core game purchase, or energy mechanics will be included. This is to make it easier for everyone to access the game and play together.
Pearson also revealed that the game won't start off with all of the features that The Sims 4 currently has. She said that there will be a mix of free updates and paid DLC to help expand Project Rene, and that the team is aiming to create a strong and cohesive game from the start. As an example, weather features that used to be included in the Seasons expansion for The Sims 4 may now be included for free in the core game.
Multiplayer is also a major focus of Project Rene. Pearson said that the game will coexist with The Sims 4, and that The Sims 4 will still receive new content even after Project Rene is released. This is important as players have invested a lot of time into The Sims 4 and may be hesitant to move on to a game with less content.
Finally, Pearson touched upon the issue of monetisation with The Sims 4. Fans have criticised the small DLC kits for offering too little content and replacing more traditional content packs. It remains to be seen if EA will address this with Project Rene's paid DLC offerings.
It's clear that EA is committed to bringing the best experience to fans of The Sims. With Project Rene they are aiming to create an easier to access, more content rich, and more cohesive game that can be easily enjoyed with friends. We look forward to seeing what the future holds for The Sims franchise.
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