The Sims is set to officially turn 25 years old on February 4, and if recent leaks and rumors hold any weight, then the first two entries may be getting re-releases in a matter of hours. On top of that, further leaks have suggested the next expansion for The Sims 4 will also be arriving soon. For over two decades, The Sims has been one of the top names in the life simulation genre, and these rumors and leaks could prove that the franchise is seeking to kick off the year strong.
The Sims 4 has a long legacy of special expansions at this point. Released back in 2014, the fourth mainline installment of EA’s long-running series has the regular release of major add-ons to partially thank for such longevity. According to dataminer anadius, the next Sims 4 expansion may be called Businesses & Hobbies. This same dataminer is also responsible for the claims suggesting that The Sims and The Sims 2 are set to get an official re-release on January 31. These reports have yet to be officially confirmed, so anadius’ claims should be taken with a grain of salt until, but if true, 2025 is off to a good start for The Sims fans.
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The Sims Franchise Could Be Celebrating Its 25th Anniversary in a Big Way
The Sims and The Sims 2 Re-Release
- Rumored to launch January 31 at 10:00am CST
- For Windows 10 and 11 only
- Reportedly launching with all post-launch expansions included
Of course, until January 31, it remains unclear whether these leaks from the aforementioned dataminer are accurate or not. However, EA and Maxis have recently teased something related to the classic Sims entries, so there is always room for possibility. The potential re-release of The Sims and The Sims 2 is incredibly exciting for many longtime fans of the franchise, since playing these original entries has been challenging for a while now. If these two installments receive modern ports, it would serve as a perfect way to celebrate such an important anniversary.
The Sims 4’s Rumored Businesses & Hobbies Expansion
- Theorized to be released in February
- Rumored to have bonus content for those who purchase early
While anadius claimed to have confirmation of the expansion’s official name, the greater details still remain a mystery. However, based on the name, it’s safe to assume that it will be centered around careers and side hobbies for one’s characters. Expanding career options has been a consistent feature in Sims 4 expansions, so it wouldn’t be surprising for another one to be added. The Sims 4‘s expansions can really shake up the base game in fun ways, so it will be exciting to see what a Businesses & Hobbies add-on brings to the table.
The rumored Businesses & Hobbies expansion would be the 18th addition to The Sims 4 since its launch over a decade ago.
The Impressive Legacy of The Sims Franchise
With each new expansion that comes to The Sims 4, its longevity continues to build. As the mystery surrounding Project Rene persists, The Sims 4 still bringing content to players is the perfect way to keep the game thriving. If The Sims and The Sims 2 do indeed launch on January 31, it will mark a big moment for the franchise, as the original games could be enjoyed by players who have never gotten a chance to experience the titles that served as the genesis of the series.
If these rumors and leaks weren’t exciting enough, two new creator kits launch for The Sims 4 today, bringing even more content. As The Sims draws closer to its 25th anniversary, it will be intriguing to see how else EA and Maxis plan on celebrating this important milestone.
