Sims Community is an online media publisher that specializes in news and features related to The Sims franchise by Electronic Arts (EA). Founded on May 21, 2013, by Jovan Jović,[1] the website has garnered millions of users worldwide.[2] In 2022, Sims Community officially registered as a business entity.
History
Sims Community was founded on May 21, 2013, by Jovan Jović. The website was launched three weeks after the release of The Sims 4. It started as a platform to discuss features, gameplay, and updates related to The Sims franchise and quickly gained a following among fans.
In 2022, after nearly a decade of operation, Sims Community officially registered as a business entity under its founder and CEO, Jovan Jović.[3]
Content and influence
Sims Community is a resource for articles, guides, and news updates related to The Sims but also a source for leaks related to the game.[4] It has been cited as a source by various other news publishers and is known for its in-depth coverage of the game series.[5][6][7][8]
In addition to news and updates, the website has undergone a rebranding process, developing its own unique graphic design language, including versatile iconography and a Community Crystal as a replacement for the traditional plum bob.[9]
Activism
In 2022, Electronic Arts announced that they would not feature lesbian couples on the cover of their games in Russia due to federal laws on LGBT propaganda.[10] Following pressure from the Sims user base including Sims Community, Electronic Arts decided to continue advertising their game in Russia with the same-sex couple on the cover.[11]
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