Planned Sims 4 Expansions: Will EA Increase Lifespan to Make Up for Lack of Content?

With the upcoming release of EP3 and SimGuru Drake confirming that expansion packs (EPS) are still a thing, fans of The Sims 4 are left wondering what the future holds for the game. With only two expansions in its first two years, players are left craving more content to keep them engaged with the game.

One potential solution could be an increase in the lifespan of The Sims 4 to make up for the lack of expansions. While EA has released eight stuff packs and three game packs since the game's launch, fans may feel that this is not enough to justify the wait between major updates.

For comparison, previous iterations of the franchise have had more robust expansion packs. The Sims 2 and 3 each had nine stuff packs total, with no game packs. In contrast, The Sims 4 has already released eight stuff packs in its first two years alone, with three game packs to boot.

Even if EA were to increase the rate of production, it's unlikely that they could approach the amount of content released during previous generations. The Sims 3 had eleven expansions over a five-year period, while The Sims and The Sims 2 each had four years before their respective sequels were announced.

It's worth noting that there has been no official announcement regarding The Sims 5, so it's possible that EA may continue to support The Sims 4 for several more years. If this is the case, fans may only see four or five expansions released in total.

As the game approaches its two-year anniversary, many players are starting to feel a sense of déjà vu. With only two expansions after two years, The Sims 4's pace of development is significantly slower than previous iterations of the franchise.

In his latest video, 'Your Name' discussed the potential implications of this slow pace, speculating that EA may be extending the lifespan of The Sims 4 to make up for the lack of content. As fans eagerly await more information about future updates, one thing is certain: there's still much to be excited about in the world of The Sims.

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