This is not just about a game. It is about freedom, creativity, and a global community that has thrived for more than two decades.

I have been playing The Sims since the very beginning. I still remember when EA absorbed Maxis, and the golden days of open creativity slowly began to fade. Back then, it was about losing a studio that truly cared about players. Today, the threat is far greater. The future of The Sims and Project Rene is now at serious risk.

What has happened

EA has confirmed a 55 billion dollar deal involving Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners, the firm led by Jared Kushner, Donald Trump’s son-in-law.
This marks one of the biggest buyouts in gaming history. But for the Sims community, it could also be one of the most worrying.

The Sims has always represented freedom of identity and expression. Under this new ownership, that vision is in danger of being shaped by investors whose values directly oppose what the game has always stood for.

What is at risk

Saudi Arabia has one of the world’s most restrictive records on women’s rights, LGBTQ+ visibility, and freedom of speech.
Jared Kushner’s connections to Trump’s administration, known for rolling back equality protections, have also raised alarms among players and employees alike.

Inside EA, staff have reportedly expressed fear of censorship and layoffs. Long-time Sims creators are already leaving the official Creator Network, citing concerns about political influence and creative freedom. If these voices are ignored, the inclusive features that define The Sims - same-sex relationships, gender identity choices, player-made stories - could be silenced or removed entirely.

Why this matters
This sale has already taken place, but there is still time to act. Regulators in the United States, the European Union, and other regions can still review or challenge the deal.
Players, fans, and even developers have the power to speak up now before creative independence becomes another casualty of corporate politics.

We demand

1. That The Sims remains free from political and cultural censorship.
2. That equality, diversity, and creative freedom continue to define both The Sims and Project Rene.
3. That global regulators investigate the implications of this sale and act to protect the creative rights of developers and players.
4. That EA publicly commits to safeguarding player expression and community freedom under its new ownership.

The Sims has always been more than a game. It has been a mirror of real life — a world where anyone can belong, love freely, and express themselves without judgment. It has inspired creativity, storytelling, and community for over twenty years.

Now, that world is at risk of being rewritten by politics and profit. The values that made The Sims special must be defended before they are erased.

Every signature helps prove that players care about more than sales and shareholders. We care about freedom, creativity, and equality. Together, we can protect The Sims and ensure its future remains in the hands of those who believe in what it truly stands for.