EA and Maxis have officially re-released The Sims: Legacy Collection and The Sims 2: Legacy Collection for PC as part of the franchise’s 25th-anniversary celebration. Both collections are now available as of January 31, 2025, on Steam, the Epic Games Store, and the EA App. This marks the first time in over a decade that these classic games are widely accessible in digital format.

Details About the Collections

• The Sims: Legacy Collection:
  
  • Includes the original The Sims (2000) and all its expansion packs: Livin’ Large, House Party, Hot Date, Vacation, Unleashed, Superstar, and Makin’ Magic.
    
    
  • Comes with a bonus Throwback Fit Kit for The Sims 4.
    
    
  • Priced at $19.99.
    
    
• The Sims 2: Legacy Collection:
  
  
  • Features the base game (2004) and nearly all expansions and stuff packs, including University, Nightlife, Pets, Seasons, and more. The only missing content is the IKEA Home Stuff Pack due to licensing issues.
    
    
  • Includes a bonus Grunge Revival Kit for The Sims 4.
    
    
  • Priced at $29.99.
    
    
• The Sims 25th Birthday Bundle:
  
  
  • Combines both collections along with The Sims 4 base game for a discounted price of $39.99.
    
    

Modern Enhancements

Both collections have been updated to run on Windows 10 and Windows 11, with improved compatibility and an updated rendering engine for smoother performance. Players can also transfer old save files to these new versions and enjoy support for original mods, though mod functionality may vary depending on individual creators.

This re-release provides fans with a nostalgic opportunity to revisit these iconic life simulation games and introduces them to a new generation of players. Whether you’re reliving memories or discovering these classics for the first time, the Legacy Collections offer a comprehensive way to experience the early days of The Sims.