Editor's Note: Alongside the release of The Sims 4’s Lovestruck Expansion Pack, we are taking a fresh look at the base game in 2024, replacing our original review from 2014. You can read more about ...

Modern gaming has become an expensive hobby, with the rise of microtransactions, downloadable content (DLC), and expansion packs putting a serious dent in players' wallets. The Sims 4, EA's popular ...