The Sims Online
The Sims Online was the first massively multiplayer online variation on Maxis's highly popular computer game The Sims, the second being the Online Weekend mode for The Sims Bustin' Out, and third being The Sims Social. The game was sold in retail stores in North America and Japan and could also be downloaded worldwide through the EA.com online store, though the game was English-only and had no official translations.
Player stats
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Community activity
Daily The Sims Online community data tracked across Steam, Discord, Reddit, Twitch, and YouTube.
Twitch viewers
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The Sims Online recently drew 0 live viewers on Twitch across 0 streams; viewership peaked at 1 on Aug 12, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Sims Online dead or still active?
No, The Sims Online is not dead — it is live and playable.
When was The Sims Online released?
The Sims Online was released in December 2002 by Maxis.
What platforms is The Sims Online available on?
The Sims Online is available on Windows.
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