If you haven't jumped on the Sims 4 bandwagon yet, the perfect opportunity is here. Last month, publisher EA and developer Maxis announced that the Sims 4 base game will be permanently free to download for PC and Mac via the EA app, Origin or Steam, as well as PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X and Series S and Xbox One systems.
If you've already bought the Sims 4 base game, you'll receive a gift from EA. According to the company, EA Play and EA Play Pro members will receive an upgraded experience when member-only bundles of The Sims 4 go into the Play List. The EA Play edition includes The Sims 4 Get to Work Expansion Pack, while the EA Play Pro Edition includes both The Sims 4 Get to Work Expansion Pack and The Sims 4 Toddler Stuff Pack.
The Sims 4 Digital Deluxe Edition now costs $10 on Steam and offers various expansion and game pack bundles as well as the base game.
Here's how to get The Sims 4 base game for free on all platforms.
How to download The Sims 4 for free with the EA app
1. Visit EA's The Sims 4 page.
2. Click Play for Free in the top-right corner.
3. Click EA app for Windows from the drop-down menu.
4. Click Download Now.
5. Download and open the EA app on your PC.
6. Search for Sims 4 in the app.
7. Click Download.
The only limit in the Sims 4 is your imagination.
EAHow to download The Sims 4 for free on Origin for MacOS
1. Visit EA's The Sims 4 page.
2. Click Play for Free in the top-right corner.
3. Click Origin for Mac from the drop-down menu.
4. Click Download Now.
5. Download and open the Origin app on your Mac.
6. Search for Sims 4 in the app.
7. Click Download.
Pursue any career your fancy and swap to a new one when you've mastered it.
EAHow to download The Sims 4 for free on Steam
1. Log into Steam in the app or web browser.
2. Search for the Sims 4.
3. Scroll down and click Add to Library.
4. Click OK.
5. The Sims 4 should be in the left game menu panel.
How to download The Sims 4 for free on PlayStation
1. Log into your console.
2. Open PlayStation Store.
3. Search for the Sims 4.
4. Select Sims 4.
5. Choose Download.
Getting fit is pretty easy in The Sims 4.
EAHow to download The Sims 4 for free on Xbox
1. Log into your Xbox account on the console.
2. Open the Microsoft Store.
3. Search for Sims 4 and select the game.
4. Choose the Standard Version.
5. Click Get Free.
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More updates to follow during a special stream, Behind The Sims Summit
We’ve welcomed millions of players to The Sims™ and watched in awe as they unleashed their imaginations, discovered and connected with ideas, experiences and versions of themselves, both in-game and real life. Our community has continued to inspire us with the billions of unique Sims they’ve created, the countless stories they’ve told, and the remarkable builds they've designed.
We’re excited to continue to welcome in more players than ever to create new stories, and explore without boundaries. The Sims has always been about celebrating new ways to play and offers so many possibilities to discover. Beginning on October 18, 2022, The Sims™ 4 base game will be available to all new players to download for free* on PC via EA app or Origin™, Mac® via Origin, Steam®, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One systems.
With The Sims 4 going free to play, our team is more dedicated than ever to developing new and meaningful The Sims 4 experiences for our players and we will continue to develop and release packs, kits and Sims Delivery Express drops into the foreseeable future. We’ll be sharing more about what’s in the works during a special-edition stream, Behind The Sims Summit on October 18, 2022 at 10 am PDT via The Sims YouTube and Twitch channels, also available on demand!
EA Play and EA Play Pro members will receive an upgraded experience when member-only bundles of The Sims 4 go into The Play List on October 18. The Sims 4 EA Play Edition includes The Sims 4 Get To Work Expansion Pack, while the EA Play Pro Edition includes both The Sims 4 Get To Work Expansion Pack and The Sims 4 Toddler Stuff Pack.
And last but not least, to our longtime Simmers, we want to say thank you – we wouldn’t be where we are without your continued love and support to help make The Sims community what it is. From September 14 through October 17, all players who have purchased The Sims 4 base game will receive the Desert Luxe Kit as a gift. With the Desert Luxe Kit, Sims can relax in their modern oasis with luxurious indoor and outdoor furniture, inspired by the natural landscape of the Southwestern desert and materials like stone and wood. To redeem the Desert Luxe Kit, simply log into the game and it will be available in the main menu for you to claim.
We can’t wait to share what else is in store for The Sims 4 in the near future, so be sure to tune into the stream on October 18, sign up on TheSims.com and follow us on social media for more updates!
*Additional content requires separate purchase & all base game updates. Applicable platform account, internet connection, and EA account may be required. Age restrictions apply.
**Conditions & restrictions apply. See //www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/packs/kits/the-sims-4-desert-luxe-kit for details.