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Since the launch of The Sims in 2000, the series has become one of the biggest-selling in history, Created by Will Wright, developed by Maxis, and published by EA, it consists of sandbox games in which you create characters and drop them into a unique life simulation. The series is known for its vast library of DLC expansions, which cover everything from school life to fame and celebrity.

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