The Sims 5 Release Date, Price, and Rumors

Players following The Sims series are eagerly waiting for The Sims 5. In this article, we'll cover what you want to know about The Sims 5 and its release date.

What Kind of Game Will The Sims 5 Be?

You probably know that The Sims is essentially a life simulator where you create digital avatars and control every aspect of their lives. As a brand-new numbered entry, The Sims 5 won't just have improved graphics — it will also have new features. Not much is known yet, but it's been confirmed that the game will have online features. That means you'll be able to visit a friend's Sim and their house for the first time. We also know several features cut from The Sims 4 — including open world, vehicles, and full neighborhood customization — will make their way into the new game, The Sims 5.

Other rumors suggest we might see a story mode in The Sims 5 that lets players follow a specially crafted narrative path throughout the game. This would definitely be a useful addition for newcomers to The Sims world and anyone unsure what to do with their Sims, and turning the series into a single-player or multiplayer experience is, in our view, a very appealing feature.

When Will The Sims 5 Release?

We can't blame you if you're waiting for news about The Sims 5. The Sims 4 released back in 2014, so it's understandable that you're eagerly anticipating the new game — we're impatiently waiting too. No firm release date for The Sims 5 has been announced yet, and it doesn't look like it will arrive before the final months of 2022. At the very least, we know active development is still underway, so we're hoping to get fresh release-date news soon.

How Much Will The Sims 5 Cost?

The Sims 5's price for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation and Xbox has been announced as $59.

Is The Sims Coming to PS5?

It hasn't been confirmed yet whether The Sims 5 is coming to PS5. We'll keep you updated as soon as there's news on the matter.

Has The Sims 5 Trailer Been Released?

No official trailer for The Sims 5 has been released. While you wait impatiently for it to come out, you can check out fan-made trailers instead.