When did Sims 4 become free on Steam?

EA announced in September 2022 that The Sims 4 base game would become free-to-play on all platforms, starting from October 18, 2022.
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Is Sims 4 becoming free on Steam?

Where can I play The Sims 4? The Sims 4 base game will be free to download on all supported platforms from October 18, 2022.
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Is Sims 4 permanently free now?

The base game for The Sims 4 is completely free, and although you might feel like you're missing out on all the added fun of the expansion packs, there's still plenty to enjoy in the base game alone.
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When did Sims 4 get added to Steam?

Get the red-carpet treatment with exclusive catalog-wide discounts, and in-game member benefits for some of our biggest franchises. The full suite of the #1 life simulation game, The Sims 4, and its five years' worth of added content packs will be available on June 18.
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How did I get Sims 4 for free?

Already have the EA app for Windows or Origin for Mac? Open your launcher and download for free! The Sims 4 is not available on mobile devices.
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Was Sims 4 always free?

It is the fourth major title in The Sims series, following The Sims 3 (2009). The game was moved to a free-to-play model on October 18, 2022, monetized by the purchase of various paid downloadable content packs that have been developed since its release.
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Is sims 5 coming out?

Still referred to by the code name Project Rene, The Sims 5 (which we will call it until the official title is revealed) does not have a release window as of now. Developer Maxis did state it was working on it in October 2022 at the Behind the Sims Summit presentation.
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Do I have to rebuy Sims 4 on Steam?

Buying on Steam just adds another layer of DRM. -If you previously purchased through Origin, you will need to redownload any DLC, even if you already had it installed. -Your DLC carries over, the base game does not, which means you'll have to purchase the base game again.
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Can I transfer Sims 4 from EA to Steam?

@SLYFOX7 Yes, if you buy the game in Steam, your Origin-bought packs will also work. The way this goes is, when you buy Sims 4 in Steam, you're required to link your Steam account to an Origin account. Steam will then recognize the packs you own in Origin and allow them to load when you launch from Steam.
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Can I play Sims 4 without subscription?

The Sims 4 Base Game is free to play across all platforms. You can download it from the EA app, Steam, and Epic Games. Before you start installing the game, check that your PC or Mac meets our system requirements.
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How much was The Sims 4 when it first came out?

“The Sims 4” came out on Sept. 2, 2014, with the base game originally costing $40. As of now, the game is free (even though players who paid the original cost received no compensation, but that is a different conversation).
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Is Sims 4 banned in the UAE?

The Sims 4 and the DLC is not available in some regions of the world due to regional standards, I believe this includes China, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar and Egypt.
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Is Sims 4 okay for 11 year olds?

What is the age rating? 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.
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Is Sims 4 worth it on Steam?

This game is fun if you make it fun, you'll probably have to mod it and a bunch of other headaches. I love this game but not as how it is without mods.
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Does Sims 4 require a subscription Steam?

Download for free — The base game of The Sims™ 4 is free to download. Get a plethora of options for building homes, styling Sims, and customizing their personalities. Craft their life stories while exploring vibrant worlds and discovering more ways of being you.
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Can you play Sims 4 on Steam without Origin?

You need to use Origin for the initial install. What issues are you having, perhaps we can help? Once the game is installed and launched once, you can set Origin to offline and launch the game without using it. It's worth checking back occasionally for updates/patches though.
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Can you get a refund on The Sims 4 on Steam?

Steam Support :: How To Request A Refund. Valve will, upon request via help.steampowered.com, issue a refund for any title that is requested within 14 days of purchase and has been played for less than 2 hours.
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Do I have to buy Sims 4 again on Origin?

@shayshay229 Just sign into the EA App with the same email address and password you were using in Origin, and all your content should be available to download from your game library. There's no need to spend any more money. I don't work for EA.
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Why is Sims 5 called Project Rene?

The name Rene is of Latin origin and the meaning behind it is "rebirth" or "born again." It seems The Sims team has a lot of hope for the game's future by titling it Project Rene. During The Sims Summit Stream Event on Oct.
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Will Sims 5 be multiplayer?

Will the Sims 5 have multiplayer? The Sims 5 will have multiplayer, but it's definitely not an MMO, Maxis has confirmed.
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Will Sims 4 end?

Speaking of The Sims 4, EA also says that the existence of Project Rene won't be the end for its current Sims game. “We will continue to support both at the same time and will plan to bring more exciting content to The Sims 4 community for the foreseeable future,” EA says.
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Is Sims 4 free in Steam?

You can download The Sims 4 for free on your PC, either via the EA app, Steam, or via Origin. The base game is completely free, although you will still need to pay for any extra expansion packs or mods that you want to use to customise your play experience.
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Is Sims 4 still popular?

For The Sims 4, 1.8 billion hours were played in total this year. For comparison, in 2022 it was 1.4 billion hours and in 2021 it was 1.2 billion hours. 2023's total is the best-ever for the game in a single year. Elsewhere, 568 million Sims were created — up from 436.5 million in 2022 and 376 million in 2021.
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