If you've never played The Sims in any of its incarnations, or you played it years ago but then got busy living your actual life, here's good news: The Sims 4 Standard Edition is free for a limited time. Available for PC and Mac, the game requires an Origin account (also free) and the eponymous client software.
Can I play Sims for free?
To play the free mobile Sims games, the only requirements are having a smartphone and internet access. EA and Firemonkey's The Sims Freeplay allows users to create an entire town of sims. ... Similarly, The Sims Mobile game is also a free download that can be enjoyed at no cost, but includes in-app purchases.
How do you get the Sims for free?
- Download and open the EA Origin PC app.
- Sign into your Origin account (or create a new one).
- After signing in, go to the “My Home” tab.
- Click on the “free Sims 4” promotion (remember: the offer only lasts until May 28th).
- Choose The Sims 4 standard edition when prompted.