Sims 5 is Internet-Only, Cloud-Based Subscription Game?
Great analysis/speculation video from @SimmerErin "Sims 5 May REQUIRE A Subscription. Here's Why. (Cloud Gaming)" https://youtu.be/Le_lOQhHEXg
Forum Discussion
"LeGardePourpre;c-18197501" wrote:
Subscription is also a way to reward the players who support the game month after month with bonus content.
A subscription is complicated. I don't want an add-on subscription on top of paying for base game and packs.
In theory, the Sims 5 (Rene) could split into free and premium like a lot of games (e.g. Runescape, Roblox).
Free players only get the base game. Premium players subscribe and get all DLC packs and features. I know this would be very unpopular but there's precedent.
The one pro I can think of is that all DLC EPs and features can be playtested together for superior integration and compatibility since all "premium" players would have access to all the premium content. Would help with bugs. Pack combinations don't seem to be tested right now in the Sims 4.
