NewsThe Sims 2 Now In Development!
We're excited to announce that development is underway on The Sims 2, a game that will truly take you and your Sims into the next generation.
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Press ReleasesThe Sims 2 is officially announced!
Electronic Arts announced The Sims™ 2 on May 5, 2003. This next-gen evolution brings 3D graphics, a new genetics system, and lifetime gameplay to the iconic franchise.
NewsThe Sims Superstar Has Gone Gold!
EA announced The Sims Superstar expansion pack has gone gold, releasing May 13, 2003, letting players pursue fame as rock stars or movie stars in Studio Town.
PreviewsThe Sims Superstar Preview
IGN previews The Sims Superstar expansion pack, exploring Studio Town, new celebrity career tracks, and fame-based gameplay.
E-mailsLuc Barthelet on The Sims & SimCity 3000
Read Luc Barthelet’s note thanking the community for SimCity 3000's success and introducing the upcoming launch of The Sims.