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Sims Community Rejects EA After Controversial $55 Billion Deal

11/9/2025

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The Sims community is distancing itself from EA after a $55 billion acquisition by investors including the Saudi Arabia Private Investment Fund and Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners.
Kayla “LilSimsie” Sims and Jesse “Plumbella” McNamara have left the EA Creator program, citing concerns that the new owners' conservative values clash with inclusivity.
Some creators feel empowered to leave, while others, such as Renee, are hesitant and waiting for the deal's finalization.

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The Sims community is distancing itself from EA after a $55 billion acquisition by investors including the Saudi Arabia Private Investment Fund and Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners.
Kayla “LilSimsie” Sims and Jesse “Plumbella” McNamara have left the EA Creator program, citing concerns that the new owners' conservative values clash with inclusivity.
Some creators feel empowered to leave, while others, such as Renee, are hesitant and waiting for the deal's finalization.