The Sims

Nearly two years after Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA) teased Project Rene, a new entry in The Sims series that many hoped would become The Sims 5, the excitement has turned into frustration. Following EA’s recent announcement that it has no plans for The Sims 5, new leaked screenshots from...

Electronic Arts Inc (NASDAQ:EA) is steering away from its traditional game release model, officially confirming that there will be no Sims 5. Instead, the company is doubling down on The Sims 4, continuing to expand the game while introducing new projects within the franchise. EA revealed this...

Since its release nearly a decade ago, The Sims 4 has largely avoided timed content, with expansion packs and free additions available indefinitely. However, a new update introduces a battle pass-style feature to the game’s main menu, which has displeased fans. Electronic Arts Inc (NASDAQ:EA...

The Sims 4 has faced technical hurdles over the years, frustrating fans with glitches and performance issues. However, the team is now prioritizing improvements to the core game experience. In a recent statement, The Sims team acknowledged players’ frustrations, saying, “technical...

In 2023, the "Barbie" movie broke records at the box office and was the highest-grossing movie for the year domestically and worldwide. The star and producer of the movie is now setting sights on a video game adaptation for the big screen. What Happened: The success of "Barbie" at the box office...

Electronic Arts Inc (NASDAQ: EA) has confirmed that "The Sims 5," codenamed Project Rene, will be available as a free download when it's ready for release. "This means that when Project Rene is ready and fully open to players, you will be able to join, play, and explore it...

During the Behind the Sims stream, fans got a glimpse of the upcoming sequel to Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) "The Sims 4," known as "Project Rene" or "The Sims 5." According to Kotaku, the brief stream showcased early-stage developments, including improvements in...

Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) announced The Sims 4, the latest version of its popular life simulation, has now more than 70 million players worldwide, turning it into the most widely played game in The Sims franchise's 23-year history. What Happened: In October 2022, The Sims 4...

“The Sims 4,” the fourth major title of the series of life simulation video games developed by Maxis and published by Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA), has a new patch that comes with more inclusive customization options. The update, which rolled out this Tuesday, features a convenient...

Video game company Electronic Arts Inc (NASDAQ: EA) reported third-quarter financial results after the market close Tuesday. Here are the key highlights for investors.  What Happened: Electronic Arts posted third-quarter net revenue of $1.88 billion, up from last year’s $1.79...

Electronic Arts Inc (NASDAQ: EA) real-life simulator game "The Sims" will now allow users to add custom pronouns to their characters. What Happened: The new feature will be available in the “Create A Sim” interface of the game. A video shared by the...

Video game companies can see years of success with franchises that have multiple titles or annual releases. Franchises that last for years can prove lucrative for the companies that own them as well. Here is a look at the top 10 selling video game franchises of all time and the companies that...

The growth of the metaverse continues as large companies place monetary bets and file trademarks for digital worlds. Here is a look at what the metaverse could mean economically. What Happened: A new 18-page report called “Opportunities in the metaverse” from JPMorgan Chase &...

The designer of Electronic Arts’ (NASDAQ: EA) “The Sims” and “Sim City” games, Will Wright, is releasing a new non fungible token-oriented game that aims to “uncover” the subconscious.  What Happened: Details of the game dubbed “Proxi” are...

Shares of Electronic Arts Inc (NASDAQ: EA) are falling after reporting third-quarter earnings. What Happened: EA reported third-quarter adjusted earnings per share of $3.06 and revenue of $1.67 billion. Third-quarter net bookings were $2.4 billion versus a total of $2 billion in the prior...