EA and Maxis have rolled out a nostalgic treat for fans of the Sims series, celebrating its 25th anniversary with the re-release of the first two iconic Sims games. Yes, those rumors about these classic games making a comeback were spot on, and they’re available for purchase starting today.
Speculation about EA releasing these games digitally on PC was rife, with predictions they’d hit the market by the end of January. True to form, EA dropped them on January 31, just before the weekend—a perfect timing indeed.
The re-releases are sold on platforms like the EA app, Epic Games Store, and Steam, and are brandished as The Sims: Legacy Collection and The Sims 2: Legacy Collection. For those wanting it all, there’s the Sims 25th Birthday Bundle, which bundles both titles together.
In their announcement, EA expressed enthusiasm about revisiting these old favorites. “To celebrate our legacy and pay tribute to the amazing fans who have journeyed with us, we’re bringing back two beloved classics featuring those unforgettable neighborhoods and characters like the mischievous burglar, the enigmatic genie, and the ever-quirky Sunny the Tragic Clown. Dive back into the nostalgia and magic of the games that started it all for many of our community,” EA declared, emphasizing the community love and memories tied to these games.
Now, let’s discuss pricing: the bundle is set at $39.99, The Sims: Legacy Collection costs $19.99, while The Sims 2: Legacy Collection is priced at $29.99. These come packed with most of the original expansion packs, although it’s worth noting that The Sims 2’s IKEA Home Stuff pack isn’t included—a small disappointment, perhaps. Nevertheless, each game includes a selection of holiday packs, and The Sims 2 fans can enjoy the H&M Fashion Stuff pack, offering a slice of retail partnership nostalgia. Plus, extras like The Sims 4’s Throwback Fit Kit and Grunge Revival Kit are bundled in—Throwback Fit with the first game, and Grunge Revival with the second—giving a fresh boost to your collection if you haven’t snagged them yet.
So, if you find yourself lingering in the quirky “meme jacuzzi” zone of EA’s peculiar Sims Y2K website, why not dry off and dive into these classic re-releases? It’s a fantastic way to relive the good old days of The Sims!
