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EA-Land closing in August
Following relaunch in February, megapublisher is closing the Sims Online successor permanently this summer.
Following relaunch in February, megapublisher is closing the Sims Online successor permanently this summer.
NEWS - Posted May 1, 2008 12:38 pm PT
The Sims passes 100-million mark
Electronic Arts celebrates that the franchise has sold in mind-boggling numbers since its launch in 2000.
Electronic Arts celebrates that the franchise has sold in mind-boggling numbers since its launch in 2000.
NEWS - Posted Apr 16, 2008 4:14 am PT
The Sims Online reborn as EA-Land
Electronic Arts relaunches the online version of the Sims; gamers can reactivate old accounts or sign up for free.
Electronic Arts relaunches the online version of the Sims; gamers can reactivate old accounts or sign up for free.
NEWS - Posted Feb 27, 2008 11:37 am PT
The Sims Online off to slow start
Initial sales of The Sims Online have been less than expected, EA executives acknowledge.
Initial sales of The Sims Online have been less than expected, EA executives acknowledge.
NEWS - Posted Jan 30, 2003 3:06 pm PT
The Sims take the Stage
EA premieres free-to-participate audio-visual performance community based on Will Wright's widely popular franchise.
EA premieres free-to-participate audio-visual performance community based on Will Wright's widely popular franchise.
NEWS - Posted Sep 5, 2007 10:33 am PT
Camp EA 2002The Sims Online impressionsThe online virtual community is nearing alpha and large-scale testing as EA gears up to launch the game this November.
PREVIEW - Posted Jul 18, 2002 4:48 pm PT
E3 2002: The Sims Online screenshotsElectronic Arts has released new screenshots of The Sims Online, the first completely new entry in the company's popular series since the original game, The Sims.
NEWS - Posted May 22, 2002 12:18 pm PT
The Sims Online updateElectronic Arts releases more details about its upcoming massively multiplayer online virtual-life game. New screenshots inside.
NEWS - Posted May 6, 2002 2:48 pm PT
E3 2002The Sims Online impressions
We take a tour of EA and Maxis' new virtual online community.
We take a tour of EA and Maxis' new virtual online community.
PREVIEW - Posted May 22, 2002 8:39 pm PT
The Sims Online update
The online multiplayer version of Electronic Arts' popular virtual-life game is on track for release in the second half of 2002.
The online multiplayer version of Electronic Arts' popular virtual-life game is on track for release in the second half of 2002.
NEWS - Posted Dec 6, 2001 8:14 pm PT
First ImpressionThe Sims OnlineFind out what you can expect from the new online game based on The Sims.
PREVIEW - Posted May 20, 2001 6:15 am PT
EA.com eyes Korea
The entertainment network plans to break into the Korean Internet gaming room market with Ultima Online, The Sims Online, and EA Sports games.
The entertainment network plans to break into the Korean Internet gaming room market with Ultima Online, The Sims Online, and EA Sports games.
NEWS - Posted Aug 27, 2001 7:28 pm PT
Will Wright heads to Hall of Fame
The creator of SimCity and The Sims will be inducted next month into the Hall of Fame of the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences.
The creator of SimCity and The Sims will be inducted next month into the Hall of Fame of the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences.
NEWS - Posted Jan 8, 2002 7:49 pm PT
Sims Online play test sign-ups open
A limited public test of The Sims Online is starting.
A limited public test of The Sims Online is starting.
NEWS - Posted Oct 1, 2002 8:28 pm PT
McDonald's, Intel to advertise in The Sims Online
EA has secured big deals for product placement in the upcoming online virtual-life game.
EA has secured big deals for product placement in the upcoming online virtual-life game.
NEWS - Posted Sep 16, 2002 8:53 pm PT
Upcoming features for The Sims Online
Electronic Arts releases details on just a few of the additions that are planned for its recently released online role-playing game.
Electronic Arts releases details on just a few of the additions that are planned for its recently released online role-playing game.
NEWS - Posted Jan 8, 2003 3:23 pm PT
Will Wright signs TV deal
The creator of The Sims and Sim City has a first-look deal with Fox for TV show ideas percolating at his Stupid Fun Club studio.
The creator of The Sims and Sim City has a first-look deal with Fox for TV show ideas percolating at his Stupid Fun Club studio.
NEWS - Posted Jun 3, 2003 11:45 am PT
Spot On: Advertising in Games
Declining television ratings are prompting advertisers to reach the coveted young male demographic through games.
Declining television ratings are prompting advertisers to reach the coveted young male demographic through games.
NEWS - Posted Nov 11, 2003 4:37 pm PT
The Sims Online impressionsWe started a new life--two, actually--in Maxis' newly released massively multiplayer Sims game. Detailed impressions and new media inside.
PREVIEW - Posted Dec 20, 2002 6:58 pm PT
Sneak Preview: The Endless Hours of The Sims Online
Next week, GameSpot's Behind the Games returns with an exclusive inside look at the long and storied development of The Sims Online. Find out what you can expect inside, and then watch the exciting one-minute teaser trailer.
Next week, GameSpot's Behind the Games returns with an exclusive inside look at the long and storied development of The Sims Online. Find out what you can expect inside, and then watch the exciting one-minute teaser trailer.
PREVIEW - Posted Nov 22, 2002 7:34 pm PT
