Not sure if your idea would work. If Maxis/EA does something similar, then there goes the franchise. Appreciate your efforts, however.
But this 20yr franchise is made up of an entirely different demographic. The Sims community is just as unique as the genre it ushered in. drastic/slight change is not usually handled well.
All-access Content vs Tokens for Packs
Entertaining Gameplay vs Easy Objectives, Stale Interactions, Boring Environment, No Story Progression
Excellent Performance vs Err codes, Bugs, Glitches
Then maybe a Sims 5 monthly sub is possible or could even be successful.
