'The Sims' creator exits EA partnership over acquisition concerns
Blog Andrew Joseph 28 Oct , 2025 0
Content creators specialize in The Sims 4 The content is leaving EA's creator network in protest after EA confirmed it will acquire it An investor group consisting of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), Silver Lake and Jared Kushner’s Affinity Partners.
this deal – announced late last month and worth approximately $55 billion – is the largest all-cash sponsor going private investment in history.
As part of a community that has always strived to be welcoming and inclusive, some The Sims creators are now concerned that the conservative values documented by EA buyers (including Donald Trump's son-in-law and Saudi Arabian prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud) will affect the game's development, insisting that “the people who acquired EA represent values that are fundamentally inconsistent with those of the Sims community.”
Anchor Keira”Lil SimsiSims, who has more than 2 million subscribers and has worked with EA on DLC in the past, said she was “shocked” by news of the sale. “This situation is a nightmare for our community.”
“I have decided to exit the EA Creator Network. I hope pressure from creators and the community will encourage EA leadership to reconsider the long-term implications of this sale and preserve the values that make The Sims so beloved.” Youtube (Thanks, polygon).
“This means I will no longer have Early Access access to The Sims Pack, nor will I have Creator Codes. Under this new ownership, I feel I will be unable to maintain a direct connection to the company. I also firmly believe that they benefit more from my Early Access content than I do, and I feel that withdrawing is the strongest action I can take regarding this sale.”
She continued: “This situation is a nightmare for our community. No one supports this sale, and it puts creators in a very difficult position. They have built their entire careers and livelihoods on a game they have no control over. I ask that you please please please please refrain from harassing other Sims creators about their decisions about the game and the Creator Network. I am lucky enough to be able to make this choice, but not everyone has that ability. I really don't believe there is a 'right' answer here, and everyone is still trying to figure out the next steps.”
“I'm really, really distraught about this sale, and I know many of you are too,” Sims wrote. “It's scary and heartbreaking. I really appreciate your support as I try to figure this out.”
Jesse”Narcissus“McNamara, Devon Bumpkin, Veselaand James Turner All have also exited EA's Creator Network.
“Due to recent sales, I have asked to leave the EA Creator Network and I will not be purchasing or producing content for any future releases,” McNamara wrote.
“I think taking this stance is the right choice for me personally, but I won't judge anyone else's decision. I have the privilege of saying I'm leaving with such ease. I hope the sale goes through, and if not, I hope those who remain put pressure on EA to maintain the level of inclusivity that The Sims has always had.”
EA released a statement on the matter via The Sims' official social media accounts. In a statement, the company insisted, “We deeply respect that everyone experiences The Sims in their own way and makes the choices that work for them. Whether you choose to play, create, or share, we're excited to be a part of your journey. Our mission, values, and commitment remain unchanged. The Sims will always be a space for you to express your authentic self.”
In 2022, PIF will also Became one of Nintendo's largest shareholders Owns 5.01% equity. Pokémon Go Developer Niantic also announced that, Selling its game library Earlier this year, the company was acquired by Savvy Games Group and PIF-controlled mobile game maker Scopely.
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