EA's Confusing Vision for The Sims' Future
EA's direction for The Sims remains unclear, as the focus shifts from a traditional sequel to a nebulous 'Sims Universe.' Laura Miele's statements about avoiding a fresh start are reasonable, but they gloss over the frustration of years of content being repackaged. "Resetting that is not player friendly"—yet many feel stuck with a game that has become overloaded with DLC. While aiming for multiplayer and a revamped user experience, the core issues of performance and content balance seem ignored. The reliance on existing code feels like a band-aid rather than a solution for long-term players. With 85 packs released, perhaps it’s time to reconsider what should be included in the base game. The fear is that this approach may lead to a complicated, buggy mess rather than a coherent platform. Players deserve a thoughtful evolution, not just a patchwork of features. Will this new vision truly satisfy the community's long-standing investment? Only time will tell, but current signs point to a more challenging future.