EA has officially confirmed that there will be no The Sims 5, opting instead to continue supporting The Sims 4 with updates, expansion packs, and new features, including a multiplayer mode through Project Rene. The decision is driven by concerns that the large player base of The Sims 4, which has over 80 million users, would have to start over if a new game were released. EA plans to expand The Sims universe with more ways to experience the game across various platforms and media. Additionally, the company is introducing The Sims Creator Program, allowing custom content creators to sell their work as official kits, and has announced a partnership to produce a live-action Sims movie. This approach aims to enhance and diversify the existing gameplay, without replacing it.