Why doesn't EA sell Sims 2?

On October 15^th, 2018 EA announced they were permanently ceasing all free copies of The Sims 2 Ultimate Collection and would no longer provide them to any players. They cited a lack of support to handle all the game requests and told players to consider purchasing and playing The Sims 3, The Sims 4, or The Sims Mobile.

Will EA ever bring back Sims 2?

In an official tweet from the EA Help Twitter account, it was made clear that there are no plans to have The Sims 2 return to Origin any time soon.

Is EA still selling Sims 2?

The game has been retired. If you own a Mac, though, you can purchase The Sims 2 Super Collection, made specifically for Mac, on Mac App Store.

Can you buy Sims 2 on the EA app?

The Sims 2 Ultimate Collection is and will remain on the new EA App and can be installed and played with in the exact same way as Origin. It has not been removed from EA's servers as some people have claimed. However, some people cannot currently see it or download it in the EA App.

Does EA own Sims 2?

The Sims 2 is a 2004 strategic life simulation video game developed by Maxis and published by Electronic Arts. It is the second major title in The Sims series, and is the sequel to The Sims. The game was released for Microsoft Windows on September 14, 2004, and a port for MacOS was released on June 17, 2005.

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What was The Sims 2 controversy?

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EA has weathered quite a few accusations, and The Sims 2 wasn't any different for the company, which came under attack by a Florida attorney around 2005. The game was accused at the time of having full-blown nudity due to a cheat that was still left in the game and various mods that were available.

Can I still get The Sims 2?

There is no legal way to download The Sims 2. The only option is to buy an actual physical disc version.

Can I ask EA for Sims 2?

You can. You just have to go on live chat and send them a timestamped picture of a Sims 2 disc, case, receipt, etc. that you own. It doesn't have to be the base game, it can also be any expansion or stuff pack.

Is EA making the Sims free?

EA's game becomes free for everyone starting today, October 18, and anyone will be able to enjoy its base content without paying a single dollar. The Sims 4 is now free worldwide. 8 years after its launch (back in 2014), EA's game goes to the free-to-play format.

Will Sims 2 come to Steam?

So the asnwer is no, it will never come to Steam as it's not even on Origin.

What will Sims 2 run on?

Is Sims 2 considered abandonware?

Technically the Sims 2 will count as abandonware on BA in September, but in other ways, EA shows THEY say it's abandonware by giving it out free.

Is The Sims 2 still popular?

But despite these challenges, The Sims 2's fanbase is thriving – with TikTok playing a major role in the game's latest ascent. As reported by Polygon, The Sims 2 TikTok hashtag has grown exponentially over the last year, with #sims2 and #thesims2 boasting over 200 million views between them.

What made The Sims 2 so good?

The Sims 2 was the perfect balance between direction and creativity. The developers created scripted events to steer the gameplay, but that wasn't limiting to players who still could shape the story. The Sims 2 was iconic, not only due to its storytelling but the characters.

What happens to retired Sims?

When your Sims retire, they will leave behind an Heirloom for your other Sims. These Heirlooms can be used to earn new traits, career levels, and hobbies. You can also purchase Heirlooms in the store.

Did EA confirm Sims 5?

After plenty of rumours and speculation, The Sims 5 is official. It is being developed under the codename "Project Rene" and is still some way off from release, but the team behind it confirmed some details during The Sims Summit streamed online on 18 October 2022.

Can you register Sims 2 on Origin?

NOTE #3: You can no longer register new copies of The Sims 2 on Origin. Not even through EA Customer Support.

Can Sims get pregnant in Sims 2?

Pregnancy does not magically happen in "The Sims 2" video game. Two of your Sims need to try for a baby. Sims can try to get pregnant in three places: the bed, hot tub, and clothing booth. Just because they try for a baby, does not mean that the woman becomes pregnant.

How can I install Sims 2?

How to get Sims 2 without the disc?

Re: Downloading sims 2 without disk drive

If you still have your game keys an EA Game Advisor can add the game to your Origin account and you can then play without disc. As Sims 2 is an older game you'll have to contact an EA Game Advisor to have it added to your Origin account.

Why did Sims 4 remove toddlers?

"So, rather than include toddlers, we chose to go deeper on the features that make Sims come alive: meaningful and often amusing emotions; more believable motion and interactions; more tools in Create A Sim, and more realistic Sim behavior."

Why is Sims 4 disappointing?

Re: Why does the Sims 4 suck so much? Sims 4 only focuses on looks. It has no depth or dificulty at all. It was fun in the beginning for a little while when everything was new but once you're used to it it just all feels extremely empty and lacking.

Is Sims 4 an inappropriate game?

The Sims 4 has a PEGI rating of 12. PEGI defines this rating: 'Video games that show violence of a slightly more graphic nature towards fantasy characters or non-realistic violence towards human-like characters would fall in this age category.