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The Sims 2's long-awaited comeback meets a mixed response on Steam thanks to a barebones port suffering prolific crashes


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Published in Media and Entertainment on Saturday, February 1st 2025 at 13:44 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • After the world spent years without any official, legal way to access The Sims 1 and 2 - two of the most popular, influential games ever made - on modern machines, EA and Maxis have finally brought both beloved classics back on PC.

The article discusses the re-release of "The Sims 2: Ultimate Collection" on Steam, which has been met with a mixed response from fans. Originally released in 2004, this version of the game was ported to Steam with minimal updates, leading to numerous issues including frequent crashes, bugs, and compatibility problems with modern systems. Despite the excitement for its return, players have reported that the game lacks essential patches and updates that were available in previous versions, resulting in a subpar gaming experience. The community has expressed disappointment over the lack of effort in modernizing the game, with many feeling that the port was rushed and does not meet current standards for game releases. This has led to a wave of negative reviews on Steam, highlighting the need for better support and updates to make the game playable and enjoyable in today's gaming environment.

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