The Sims 5 could be free-to-play with microtransactions

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The Sims 5 could be free-to-play with microtransactions

The past October 18, The Sims 4 became free-to-play. Yes indeed, the basic game can be downloaded free of charge, and you only have to pay for the right to enjoy the (very) numerous expansions of the title. This new business model has boosted the popularity and revenues of Electronic Arts' title.

As it happens, The Sims 5 (codename Project Rene) could also opt for such a format as soon as it is released. A job offer for a "head of monetization and marketplace" was recently posted online, and it clearly states that the game will be "free-to-play" and will feature a marketplace with "free and paid" elements.

We can therefore assume that we will get to enjoy the fifth entry of the franchise without paying a dime.

Source: insider-gaming.com

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