Video game maker Electronic Arts (EA) has announced the start of production on a feature film based on Amazon MGM Studios’ The Sims game, Variety reported.
Margot Robbie’s LuckyChap production company will be involved in the creation of the film, and Kate Herron, known for the Loki series, will direct the film.
“In collaboration with Hollywood’s biggest stars, this exciting new chapter of The Sims will bring its magic to millions of new fans.” — EA Entertainment president is sure Laura Honey.
He added that over a quarter of a century, the franchise has “captivated more than 500 million players.”
“We wanted to find the right partners and have the same impact on the industry as the Barbie movie.” – Miele pointed out.
According to the general manager of the franchise Keith GormanThe film is planned to include many Easter eggs (references to the game), including swimming pools without stairs and frozen bunnies.
The Sims is a series of games in the life simulation genre. At the moment, the latest release is The Sims 4, which came out about 10 years ago. Many different add-ons have also been released. The Sims series is the most popular franchise for personal computers and one of the top five gaming franchises in the world. The franchise had a strong influence on the development of the gaming industry, was recognized as a cultural phenomenon, offering practically the first product aimed at the mass market, and also played a significant role in increasing the proportion of women among video game players.
In June of this year, the developers announced their refusal to prepare The Sims 5, with the intention of continuing to develop their latest released versions.
