Highlights
- Speculation abounds around Project Rene's cancellation based on job listings & rumors.
- The rumors may not be entirely true; based on the source, it's possible that only the PS5 version of Project Rene was cancelled.
- The Sims 4 may continue thriving through mods and official expansions for years to come, regardless of Project Rene's future.
The world of The Sims has been busy with the recent release of the Lovestruck DLC. Maxis isn’t ready to rest just yet, as Project Rene is also in the works. The upcoming game won’t replace The Sims 4, and instead, the two will co-exist. Gamers have gotten a sneak preview of Project Rene which is planned for release on PC and mobile.
However, players who are anticipating Project Rene may be in for a world of disappointment. Rumors suggest that Project Rene has been canceled. These rumors are based on job listings online, which have led to lots of speculation among fans. Although the rumor is concerning, it would be wise for players to wait for official information before jumping to any conclusions.
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News of Project Rene Cancelation Emerges
The rumors began when Twitter user @SimmerBerkay shared a screenshot of a Maxis worker's LinkedIn profile stating that they had been working on Project Rene until its cancelation on PS5. This could mean that the game has been canceled wholesale, or just the PS5 port was canned.
The LinkedIn profile opens up many questions. One of the biggest questions is whether Project Rene is supposed to be the next numbered entry in The Sims series. A cancelation of Project Rene could mean the end of The Sims 5, which would be a pity.
It should be noted that there are still other LinkedIn profiles that state they are still working on Project Rene, so nothing is certain yet. Furthermore, EA has announced multiple layoffs in 2023 and 2024, so this may be another attempt at streamlining the workforce. Players will have to wait for more official information from Maxis before they draw any conclusions.
The Future of The Sims Franchise
Project Rene’s cancelation would leave the future of the franchise up in the air, should it turn out to be true. One possibility is that Maxis may continue supporting The Sims 4 as a live service project indefinitely. This could be done by continually providing it with new expansions and content. As seen with the recent Lovestruck DLC, there are still plenty of ideas left for the game.
Even without new content from Maxis, the game could be kept alive by the host of mods that have been released by the very active Sims 4 modding community. Some of the game's best content has been created by hardworking fans dedicated to improving the game, and it’s unlikely they’ll stop any time soon.
An Eventful Year For Life Simulation Games
If Project Rene is canceled, it wouldn’t be the first game in the genre to get the boot in 2024. Earlier this year, the highly anticipated title Life by You got canceled. According to developers, even with more time, they would not be able to craft the game they envisioned.
Fortunately, even if Project Rene is canceled, life simulation fans can still look forward to Paralives, which is slated for early release in 2025. The game is heavily inspired by The Sims, which could make it a valuable release regardless of Project Rene's fate. As of November 2023, the game earns over $35,000 per month on Patreon.
Project Rene hasn’t been without its controversies. In response to leaks from the game, some fans have complained that the art style looks far too cartoonish. Others are upset that there might be a mobile port, which leads some to believe the game will be less ambitious than expected.
It’s been a while since players have gotten official information regarding Project Rene which is concerning. For more information on the world of The Sims and possibly Project Rene, players should keep an eye on The Sims official YouTube channel, which offers updates on The Sims 4 and occasionally gives sneak previews of Project Rene.
The Sims 4
The Sims 4 is the latest offering from Maxis and The Sims Studio, serving as a sequel to The Sims 3. Although it was released back in 2014, the game is still going strong today thanks to an array of DLC add-on packs that give players access to more unlockable items and events.
Simulation
Systems
- Franchise
- The Sims
- Platform(s)
- PS4 , Xbox One , PC
- Released
- September 2, 2014
- Developer(s)
- Maxis
- Publisher(s)
- Electronic Arts
- ESRB
- T for Teen: Crude Humor, Sexual Themes, Violence
- How Long To Beat
- N/A
- X|S Enhanced
- No
- File Size Xbox Series
- 22 GB (November 2023)
- Video Games
- The Sims
- The Sims 4
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