For the record I mean this post kindly. This game is a luxury not an essential as you point out yourself, if you cannot afford to pay for even the sale price in order to pay for things like food, rent etc. then be satisfied with the game components that you actually have. You are studying for a better future and that should be your priority for now. Instead of coveting packs you cannot afford even at discount how about doing this novel thing I call waiting awhile. Delayed gratification is the cornerstone of financial maturity. At some point in the future when you are done with your studies and can afford a little more frivolities, get your most desired packs and by that time all the packs should be steeply discounted. People all over still play Sims 2 & 3 so you wouldn't be any different than them.
Addendum to the record, I was once homeless, living in my vehicle so I know all about subsistence living.
I understand your point and I agree that the game is luxury not an essential. However, my post wasn't about entitlement, but about reality. In a few years, when I have a job, family and lot of responsibilities, I realistically won't have the time or energy to play games at all. Right now is one of the few periods in life when I actually can. That's why it would make sense for there to be larger discounts or more affordable options for people with limited financial means, such as students, pupils or kids instead of assuming that "waiting" will automatically solve the issue.
