REDWOOD CITY, Calif .– (COMMERCIAL THREAD) – Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) and Maxis ™ announced today Sims Sessions* – an in-game music festival taking place exclusively in the ever popular life simulation game, The Sims ™ 4 of From June 29 to July 7. Two-time Grammy nominated pop star Bebe Rexha returns to The sims and will perform in Simlish as the lead singer of Glass Animals, Dave Bayley, and singer, songwriter and producer Joy Oladokun will also take to the in-game stage to open the virtual show.
THE SIMS TO OFFER DIGITAL MUSIC EXPERIENCES NOT TO BE MISSED IN THE GAME AND ON TIKTOK
The sims has partnered with nearly 500 artists since 2004 to record their songs in the iconic Simlish language for millions of Sims players around the world. Sims Sessions marks the first time that songs from Simlish will debut in-game and in a whole new festival format. During Sims sessions, players can explore the event with options to create their best festival outfits, camp, and purchase exclusive digital merchandise featuring Bebe Rexha, Glass Animals, and Joy Oladokun.
Players can also join The Sims, Bebe Rexha, and some of TikTok’s most talented musical personalities for a #SimlishSessions virtual karaoke challenge on TikTok. The community will showcase their simlish skills, sharing side-by-side duets with Bebe Rexha and showcasing their own twists and turns on her latest single. Sabotage for a chance to be reposted by the pop star.
“I’ve always been a fan of how The Sims allows players to express their creativity with others in the game,” said Bebe Rexha. “The Sims Sessions will be a fun experience for fans around the world to enjoy music and hang out with friends in a way only Sims can offer. I’m so excited to be back to the game and can’t wait to see the fans post their Simlish videos of ‘Sabotage!’ ”
THE SIMS PARTNER WITH MUSICAL ARTISTS TO PERFORM IN-GAME LIKE NEVER BEFORE
Dave Bayley to perform Billboard single Heat waves from the record catalog of his electronic / pop group Glass Animals. Multifaceted performer Joy Oladokun to sing her powerful ballad Breathe again before Bebe Rexha takes the stage and her piano with a simlish version of Sabotage from his second studio album Better mistakes. At the end of the show, players can perform their own show with other Sims on the festival stage.
“Sims Sessions is the next evolution of music in The Sims,” said Steve Schnur, global director and president of music at EA. “Nowhere else can players hear and experience these exclusive performances from Bebe, Dave and Joy. With the self-expression destination of The Sims Sessions, EA will once again redefine the bar for games, music and global culture. ”
Players interested in learning more about The Sims Sessions and participating in the festivities can follow @TheSims on TIC Tac, Twitter, Instagram, like The sims at Facebook, and visit LesSims4.com. The Sims Sessions is a free experience for players who own The Sims 4. For new The Sims players, the game can be purchased at a reduced price prior to the start of The Sims Sessions, June 24 through June 29.
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* REQUIRES THE SIMS 4 GAME (SOLD SEPARATELY) AND ALL GAME UPDATES TO PLAY.
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