After years of speculation, a recent interview with EA’s president of entertainment has shed light on where the franchise is headed, and what that means for players. While many have been anticipating a Sims 5 reveal, EA shared that restarting from scratch would mean leaving behind more than ten years of Sims 4 content, something they’ve described as not ideal for the community experience.
So what’s the plan? Let’s take a deeper look at the details, explore how Project Rene fits into it all, and break down what this could mean for players.
WHAT DID EA SAY?
The Facts
In an interview with Variety, EA’s President of Entertainment, Laura Miele, stated:
“What I wouldn’t want is you to start from day zero and give up all the content you’ve purchased.”
— Laura Miele, via PC Gamer
She explained that over 85 content packs have been released since The Sims 4 launched in 2014, and that a full reset would mean losing access to that content. Outlets like Polygon and GamesRadar+ followed up on the comments, confirming that EA’s current strategy is to continue evolving The Sims 4, while also developing their next-generation platform, Project Rene.
💾 Why EA is continuing to build on The Sims 4
There are a few reasons why the studio is choosing to maintain The Sims 4 as an active title rather than replacing it entirely:
| Reason | Supporting Info |
|---|---|
| Player investment | 85+ packs have been released since launch. Many players have built up libraries of gameplay and content. (via PCGamer) |
| Free base game | As of October 2022, The Sims 4 base game is free to download. (via EA) |
| Ongoing updates | The July 29, 2025 update introduced tuning improvements and addressed bugs related to Enchanted by Nature. (via EA) |
The decision to support The Sims 4 moving forward appears to be rooted in continuity, accessibility, and the existing value many players have in their current libraries.
🛋️ What is Project Rene?
Project Rene is the codename for EA’s next-generation Sims platform, [Redacted]. According to Behind the Sims – Episode 3, Project Rene is being designed to co-exist with The Sims 4, not replace it.
It’s early in development, but here’s what’s been confirmed so far:
| Feature | What We Know |
|---|---|
| Cross-platform play | Project Rene is being developed for both PC and mobile, with cross-save functionality in early tests. (source) |
| Solo or multiplayer | Multiplayer will be optional. You can play solo or collaboratively. (source) |
| Modular monetization | EA has stated that future packs may split features, some elements (like weather) may be free, while others are paid. (source) |
No full release date has been shared, but EA has confirmed continued playtesting and gradual feature rollouts.
🧩 What this means for different players
Whether you’re a legacy Simmer or someone who just installed the game last week, here’s how this dual-platform strategy might affect your gameplay experience:
| Player Type | Potential Benefits | Things to Consider |
|---|---|---|
| Pack collectors | No loss of purchases, Sims 4 continues. | Performance or file size concerns may still remain. |
| Mod/CC creators | Existing Sims 4 ecosystems stay supported. | Future updates may still require mod adjustments. |
| New players | Base game is free, with access to older packs. | The DLC catalog is large, finding a starting point may take time. |
| Players interested in new tech | Project Rene offers cross-platform and multiplayer possibilities. | Timeline for full release and feature parity is still unknown. |
🔍 Community FAQs (and SEO-friendly questions)
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Is The Sims 5 officially cancelled?
No. EA hasn’t referred to any upcoming game as The Sims 5. Their current focus is on Project Rene, which is described as a separate experience, not a direct sequel.Will Sims 4 saves transfer to Project Rene?
There’s no announcement at this time about save compatibility between platforms.How many DLC packs does The Sims 4 have?
As of August 2025, there are 93 packs total:-
19 Expansion Packs
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12 Game Packs
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20 Stuff Packs
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42 Kits
📊 (via SimsCommunity)
Is The Sims 4 still getting content?
Yes. EA continues to patch the game and has teased additional expansions for 2025.
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✅ TL;DR
EA isn’t launching a traditional Sims 5, at least not yet. Instead, they’re continuing to support The Sims 4 and expanding on it, while slowly introducing Project Rene as a next-generation platform designed to grow alongside it.
