The Sims respond to criticism of the lack of black representation

The Sims has responded to a lack of Black Simmers featured in its recent Behind The Sims Summit event, also citing a lack of Black representation in the game.

EA and Maxis hosted a special stream earlier this week to take a look at the future of the franchise. This included official confirmation that The Sims 5 is in development, with a current working title of Project Rene and improved babies and two new expansions for The Sims 4.

after the event, Ebonix Among other things, Simmers have taken to social media to express frustration that only one black content creator has emerged.

That sims Addressing the complaint via the official Twitter account, the team said it “will do better going forward.”

“Our creator segments during the Behind The Sims Summit did not adequately represent our massive player community,” the tweet reads said. “Black Simmers deserve to be seen in everything we do The Simsso we hold ourselves responsible for this mistake and we will do better.”

The issue sparked discussion about the general lack of black representation in The Sims 4with some Simmers saying there isn’t enough in the game right now.

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A petition calling for improved black representation both in-game and behind the scenes was started by Sarah o.

“Black Simmers deserve to feel represented and recognized in a game that many of us have supported financially and creatively for years,” Sarah wrote. “Before you focus on Project Rene, focus on the Simmers you have before you who deserve to feel part of this community.

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“And stand up for what’s right when Black Simmers are being attacked by racist or bigoted Simmers online by using your actions to show your support.”

Sarah listed three ways the team can improve on the franchise: encouraging more custom black content and creators outside of Black History Month, hiring more Black Sim gurus, and collaborating with Black Simmers to create more Black Sims content to create.

The Sims 4 is available on PC, Mac, PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.