{"id":369883,"date":"2024-09-16T16:46:54","date_gmt":"2024-09-16T16:46:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/?p=369883"},"modified":"2025-01-06T17:34:08","modified_gmt":"2025-01-06T17:34:08","slug":"sims-5-canceled","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/sims-5-canceled","title":{"rendered":"Sims 5 Canceled? Here&#8217;s What All Fans Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#e5e54c;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#FFFF66;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"> <em><strong>Disclaimer<\/strong>: This article includes a mix of officially confirmed information and industry speculation based on trends and expert predictions. We continuously update our articles as new information and leaks become available to keep you informed with the latest insights.<\/em> <\/div><\/div>\n<p>Any news around The Sims 5 release date speculation has been in demand since EA first announced Project Rene a couple of years ago.<\/p>\n<p>Now we know The Sims 5 is not happening, we can turn our attention to Project Rene and sift through the newest rumors circulating, including alleged multiplayer and crossplay, as well as analyzing the potential platforms for the game.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#e5e54c;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#FFFF66;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">\n<h2><span id=\"key_takeaways\">Key Takeaways<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Sims 5 is not happening; instead, the franchise will move away from linear releases, with the first phase being Project Rene.<\/li>\n<li>Project Rene will coexist alongside The Sims 4, meaning players won&#8217;t lose the people and worlds they have created.<\/li>\n<li>For the first time in The Sims series, multiplayer elements will be a focus allowing collaboration and sharing with friends.<\/li>\n<li>Expanded customization options will offer unprecedented control over furniture design and placement.<\/li>\n<li>EA has emphasized its commitment to supporting The Sims 4.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div>\n    <section class=\"toc-sticky w-100 bg-white \">\n        <div class=\"toc-sticky__container container\">\n            <div class=\"toc-sticky__open d-flex align-items-end\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                 aria-controls=\"multiCollapse1\"\n                 data-bs-target=\"#multiCollapse1\">\n                <button\n                        class=\"btn btn-primary collapse-action-btn p-1 rounded-circle\"\n                        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style=\"background-color:#FFFF66;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><strong>In Short, Nothing. What Is Project Rene Is Now the Question<\/strong><\/div><\/div>\n<p><iframe title=\"Behind The Sims Summit Stream Event\" width=\"580\" height=\"326\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Tmm6h6bHD3o?start=1725&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>To quickly bring everyone up to speed on The Sims. It&#8217;s\u00a0a game franchise developed by Maxis and published by EA. It has become a cultural phenomenon selling over 200 million copies since launching in 2000.<\/p>\n<p>The series allows players to create and control virtual characters, build homes, and manage every aspect of their character&#8217;s lives in a sandbox environment.<\/p>\n<p>While there have been numerous expansion packs, there have been four main entries in the series, with The Sims 4 being the most recent launch in 2014.<\/p>\n<p>The next step in this journey was thought to be The Sims 5, but recent developments have revealed that the publishers are going in a different direction with the franchise, namely Project Rene.<\/p>\n<p>Fans have been aware of Project Rene for some time, but the prevailing wisdom was that this was merely the working name for the next installment in the series.<\/p>\n<p>EA has since clarified that Project Rene is the start of The Sims franchise moving beyond linear, sequential game releases. Therefore, instead of replacing The Sims 4 with The Sims 5, Project Rene will exist alongside it. Through various statements, EA has explained that it has taken cues from its community that players don&#8217;t want to start again with a new game and lose what they have built on The Sims 4.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, the direction they have landed on is a multiplayer experience. This will allow players to play with their friends and share what they have built in their own personalized worlds.<\/p>\n<p>As <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ea.com\/en-gb\/games\/the-sims\/news\/the-future-of-the-sims\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">EA explained in an official post<\/a>, Project Rene is focused on building ways for friends to meet, connect, and share while playing together in an all-new world.<\/p>\n<p>A multiplayer experience within The Sims universe seems to be the goal for Project Rene. One that uses The Sims 4 as a foundation into this next iteration, meaning the 2014 game remains relevant for the foreseeable future.<\/p>\n<p>In the first episode of the Behind The Sims series, game director Grant Rodiek confirmed that Project Rene is introducing multiplayer game elements to The Sims for the first time. While Project Rene is not an MMO, it will be possible to invite friends to play alongside you.<\/p>\n<p>While PC and mobile versions of Project Rene will be compatible, they are not identical. The PC version will be designed for players looking to utilize the full range of customization options within Project Rene, whereas the mobile version affords players more freedom to play within the same world but on the go.<\/p>\n<p>As for the name, in the video below, VP of franchise creative for The Sims, Lyndsay Pearson, explains that the name was chosen because it is reminiscent of words like renewal, renaissance, and rebirth. This represents EA&#8217;s renewed commitment to The Sims, while also &#8220;ushering in a new future for The Sims with a new game experience.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"is_the_sims_5_canceled\">Is The Sims 5 Canceled?<\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#e5e54c;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#FFFF66;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><strong>Yes&#8230; and No<\/strong><\/div><\/div>\n<p>&#8216;The Sims 5 canceled&#8217; may be the headline, but it&#8217;s not strictly true as The Sims 5 was never officially confirmed by EA as a game in development.<\/p>\n<p>What is clear is that EA is not currently working on a brand-new installment in the franchise. Instead, they are opting for a multiplayer title, which brings a social, multiplayer environment to the world of The Sims.<\/p>\n<p>This is perhaps a letdown for some fans wanting and expecting a new game. However, fully backing The Sims 4 in the years to come will also please many who have spent up to 10 years playing and curating their worlds on The Sims 4 and may have been reluctant to start again from scratch.<\/p>\n<p>Rather than continuing in the same direction with the same format, only a newer version, EA will instead look to build out and modernize the current ecosystem and offer players a greater variety of options.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"when_was_the_sims_5_release_date_supposed_to_be\">When Was The Sims 5 Release Date Supposed to Be?<\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#e5e54c;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#FFFF66;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><strong>Sometime in 2026<\/strong><\/div><\/div>\n<p>Speculation around The Sims 5 release date never really got beyond <strong>predictions of sometime in 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>As <strong>Project Rene<\/strong> is currently engaging in playtests, <strong>2026<\/strong> still seems the best bet. During <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=spC-n7rWp_k&amp;t=1s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Behind The Sims &#8211; Episode One<\/a>, which came out nearly two years ago, a member of the team said this was the start of a long journey with a launch still years away.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"project_rene_gameplay_features\">Project Rene Gameplay &amp; Features<\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#e5e54c;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#FFFF66;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><strong>Advanced AI &amp; Gameplay Customization<\/strong><\/div><\/div>\n<figure id=\"attachment_248138\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-248138\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sims-Bed-300x176.jpg\" alt=\"Advanced AI and Gameplay Customization - Sims Bed \" width=\"1200\" height=\"706\" class=\"wp-image-248138\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sims-Bed-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sims-Bed-1024x602.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sims-Bed-768x452.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sims-Bed-1536x903.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sims-Bed-1200x706.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sims-Bed.jpg 1724w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-248138\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A glance at customizations in The Sims, including custom bedframes and colors. Source: EA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Early playtests have highlighted an <strong>expanded customization system<\/strong>, offering players unprecedented control over the <strong>design and placement of furniture<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Items such as rugs, sofas, pillows, and throws can now be arranged at various angles and positions, creating <strong>more realistic and personalized living spaces<\/strong>. Individual furniture pieces can also be customized with multiple patterns, colors, and materials, allowing for a truly unique and tailored gaming experience.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_248142\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-248142\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/The-Sims-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"Advanced AI and Gameplay Customization The Sims\" width=\"1200\" height=\"674\" class=\"wp-image-248142\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/The-Sims-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/The-Sims-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/The-Sims.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-248142\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A living room comes together in early Project Rene screens from Electronic Arts. Source: EA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Another significant development in The Sims Project Rene is the inclusion of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/definition\/190\/artificial-intelligence-ai\"><strong>artificial intelligence<\/strong><\/a>, promising to make Sims smarter and more autonomous. This enhancement aims to deepen the simulation experience by allowing Sims to exhibit more complex behaviors and emotions, reducing the need for player intervention.<\/p>\n<p>One of the most anticipated features of Project Rene is its <strong>cross-platform compatibility<\/strong>. Players will be able to switch between playing on a PC and a mobile device, continuing their game from where they left off.<\/p>\n<p>This level of integration marks a significant advancement in the series, aiming to provide a consistent and flexible gaming experience across different devices.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_248143\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-248143\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sims-Living-Rooms-Designs-300x172.jpg\" alt=\"Sims Living Rooms Designs\" width=\"1200\" height=\"686\" class=\"wp-image-248143\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sims-Living-Rooms-Designs-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sims-Living-Rooms-Designs-1024x585.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sims-Living-Rooms-Designs-768x439.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sims-Living-Rooms-Designs-1536x878.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sims-Living-Rooms-Designs-1200x686.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sims-Living-Rooms-Designs.jpg 1730w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-248143\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A sneak peek at the living rooms in The Sims: Project Rene. Source: EA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Early playtests offer players the option to manipulate patterns, colors, materials, and even the shapes of objects, indicating a more detailed and personalized gameplay experience.<\/p>\n<p>However, the game is still in its early stages, and many features are subject to change as development progresses.<\/p>\n<p>Pearson said the company has never shared a future release so far out from launch but added: &#8220;We&#8217;ll share in-progress work, explorations, sneak peeks, and behind-the-scenes content.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>One thing that does stand out in the development process so far is Maxis&#8217;s commitment to iterative development alongside players and valuing direct player feedback as a critical innovation tool.<\/p>\n<p>Grant Rodiek, Game Director, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ea.com\/en-gb\/news\/project-rene-playtesting-the-next-generation-of-the-sims\" target=\"_blank\">highlights<\/a> the complexities of testing Project Rene, saying: &#8220;One of the challenging things about testing is that it is a highly customizable experience with a high degree of interactivity.&#8221;<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>&#8220;This is how the best games are made \u2014 working hand-in-hand with players.&#8221;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span id=\"project_rene_platforms\">Project Rene Platforms<\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#e5e54c;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#FFFF66;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><strong>Tested on PC &amp; Mobile<\/strong><\/div><\/div>\n<p>According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ea.com\/en-gb\/games\/the-sims\/news\/behind-the-sims-episode-1#section-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Behind the Sims blog post<\/a>,\u00a0the Sims team has stated that the current playtest version of\u00a0<strong>Project Rene &#8220;has been tested on PC and Mobile<\/strong>.&#8221; That means that it should be available on these platforms as standard at release.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>&#8220;With Project Rene, you&#8217;ll be able to play on a PC, put it down, and pick up right where you left off on a mobile device.&#8221;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span id=\"will_project_rene_be_free_to_play\">Will Project Rene Be Free to Play?<\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#e5e54c;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#FFFF66;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><strong>Rumored to Be a Free-to-Play Title<\/strong><\/div><\/div>\n<p>Project Rene is rumored to be a free-to-play Sims title with core gameplay updates available at no additional cost. However, players can expect additional paid content packs that are similar to previous Sims titles.<\/p>\n<p>Predictably, this has sparked considerable dissatisfaction among some quarters of its fanbase due to concerns over potential technical issues and EA&#8217;s monetization strategies.<\/p>\n<p>Despite this, the life simulation genre is seeing increased competition, with several promising alternatives on the horizon. Most notably, games like <strong>Paralives<\/strong> and <strong>LifeByYou<\/strong> are gaining attention for their gameplay and customization options.<\/p>\n<p>Paralives is praised for its cozy and detailed character design, while LifeByYou, developed by Paradox Interactive, offers an open-world experience that appeals to fans of complex simulations.<\/p>\n<p>Other contenders, such as <strong>InZoi<\/strong> and <strong>Vivaland<\/strong>, are also generating interest, indicating a future for life simulation games beyond the Sims franchise.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"the_bottom_line\">The Bottom Line<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While The Sims 5 is not happening, fans will still have something new to look forward to along the 2026 timeline.<\/p>\n<p>By incorporating advanced AI, cross-platform compatibility, and multiplayer dynamics, Project Rene aims to modernize the Sims franchise while retaining the core aspects that have made it beloved.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"faqs\">FAQs<\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"man_faq_sec\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"><\/time><section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \" ><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">Is The Sims 5 coming out?<\/h3> <\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">No, Sims 5 is not and was never being developed. However, Project Rene is a new multiplayer offering that will be available on PC and mobile and coexist with The Sims 4 universe.<\/p>\r\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \" ><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">When will Sims 5 come out?<\/h3> <\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">The Sims 5 is not being released, but Project Rene is expected to launch in 2026.<\/p>\r\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \" ><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">Why won&#8217;t EA make Sims 5?<\/h3> <\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">EA has decided to take the series in a new direction away from linear releases. They will instead build out the existing ecosystem, including The Sims 4.<\/p>\r\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \" ><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">Why is Sims 5 called Project Rene?<\/h3> <\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">The name was chosen to remind people\u00a0of words like renewal, renaissance, and rebirth. Illustrating EA&#8217;s continued commitment to the franchise.<\/p>\r\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \" ><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">Will Sims 5 replace The Sims 4?<\/h3> <\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">The Sims 5 or Project Rene will not replace The Sims 4, but coexist alongside it, allowing players to maintain the characters and worlds they have created in The Sims 4. It will offer cross-platform compatibility, advanced AI, and enhanced customization options. <\/p>\r\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<div class=\"reference-content\">\n<div class=\"reference-heading reference-content-collapsible-heading\">\n<h2><span id=\"references\">References<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"reference-content-body\">\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Tmm6h6bHD3o\" target=\"_blank\">Behind The Sims Summit Stream Event<\/a> (YouTube)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ea.com\/en-gb\/games\/the-sims\/news\/the-future-of-the-sims\" target=\"_blank\">The Future is Plumbob Green<\/a> (EA)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=spC-n7rWp_k&amp;t=1s\" target=\"_blank\">Behind The Sims: PROJECT RENE! INFANTS?! &amp; MORE!<\/a> (YouTube)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ea.com\/en-gb\/news\/project-rene-playtesting-the-next-generation-of-the-sims\" target=\"_blank\">Project Rene: Playtesting the Next Generation of The Sims<\/a> (EA)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ea.com\/en-gb\/games\/the-sims\/news\/behind-the-sims-episode-1#section-1\" target=\"_blank\">Behind The Sims Community Stream Episode 1<\/a> (EA)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Any news around The Sims 5 release date speculation has been in demand since EA first announced Project Rene a couple of years ago. Now we know The Sims 5 is not happening, we can turn our attention to Project Rene and sift through the newest rumors circulating, including alleged multiplayer and crossplay, as well [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":286637,"featured_media":315081,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"","om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3090,564],"tags":[],"category_partsoff":[],"class_list":["post-369883","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-games","category-gaming"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v24.2 (Yoast SEO v24.5) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Sims 5 Canceled? Here&#039;s What All Fans Need to Know - Techopedia<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Is The Sims 5 canceled? 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