EA Confirms The Sims Mobile Will Shut Down in January 2026
- Sagar Mankar
- Oct 21, 2025
- 3 min read
Electronic Arts has announced that The Sims Mobile will officially shut down on January 20, 2026, nearly eight years after its debut in March 2018.
The game has already received its final update on October 20, and as of October 21, it has been delisted from app stores. Since the title relies on online servers to store progress, it will no longer be playable once the servers close.
A Farewell Update for Players
In a blog post, EA thanked the community for its creativity and dedication over the years, writing: “The Sims Mobile and The Sims community as a whole are full of creativity, kindness, and imagination. You’ve amazed us with your stories, builds, and Sims. We’re proud to have shared this journey with you.”
To give players a proper send‑off, EA has rolled out a series of final features. From now until the shutdown, players have unlimited energy, making it easier to complete projects and enjoy the last few months of play. Real‑money purchases have been disabled, but existing in‑game currency can still be spent.
On January 6, 2026, all Build Mode and Create A Sim items will unlock for everyone, allowing players to fully customize their homes and Sims before the servers go dark.
Final Events Before the End
Between now and January, EA will host 14 limited‑time events, including quests, treasure hunts, and seasonal showdowns. Highlights include the Eerie Autumn Festival Pass running through December 19, the Season’s Greetings Treasure Hunt in early December, and a New Year’s Dock and Roll event that stretches into January.
All Events Before the End – The Sims Mobile:
Event Name | Type | Start Date | End Date |
Eerie Autumn | Festival Pass | Oct 20, 2025 | Dec 19, 2025 |
Cozier Home | Sweet Treat Showdown | Oct 20, 2025 | Nov 2, 2025 |
Wumple’s Wishlist 1 | Limited Time Quest | Oct 27, 2025 | Nov 3, 2025 |
Hallways Ready | Treasure Hunt | Nov 3, 2025 | Nov 16, 2025 |
Wumple’s Wishlist 2 | Limited Time Quest | Nov 10, 2025 | Nov 17, 2025 |
Foxbury Institute | Sweet Treat Showdown | Nov 17, 2025 | Nov 30, 2025 |
Wumple’s Wishlist 3 | Limited Time Quest | Nov 24, 2025 | Dec 1, 2025 |
Season’s Greetings | Treasure Hunt | Dec 1, 2025 | Dec 14, 2025 |
Wumple’s Wishlist 4 | Limited Time Quest | Dec 8, 2025 | Dec 15, 2025 |
Sweet Holiday | Sweet Treat Showdown | Dec 15, 2025 | Dec 28, 2025 |
Wumple’s Wishlist 5 | Limited Time Quest | Dec 22, 2025 | Dec 29, 2025 |
New Year’s Dock and Roll | Treasure Hunt | Dec 29, 2025 | Jan 10, 2026 |
Wumple’s Wishlist 6 | Limited Time Quest | Jan 1, 2026 | Jan 8, 2026 |
Wumple’s Wishlist 7 | Limited Time Quest | Jan 10, 2026 | Jan 17, 2026 |
Why is The Sims Mobile Shutting Down?
Launched in 2018, The Sims Mobile quickly became a hit, pulling in nearly 50 million users and generating more than $20 million in revenue within its first year, according to Appmagic. It offered a streamlined version of the classic Sims experience, with mobile‑friendly mechanics and social features. For many players, it was their first introduction to the franchise.
However, EA has been gradually shifting its focus. Back in 2022, the company announced Project Rene, a next‑generation Sims title that will span multiple platforms, including mobile. With that in development, it’s not surprising that EA is winding down support for its older mobile entry.
Concerns
While the farewell events are a nice gesture, the shutdown raises familiar concerns about game preservation. Once the servers close, all progress and purchases will vanish, and EA has confirmed that unused in‑game currency will not be refunded. For players who invested both time and money, that’s a tough pill to swallow.
The decision also comes at a time when EA has been closing down several live‑service titles across genres. EA’s sale to investors, including Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, sparked concerns among fans of The Sims, particularly within its large LGBTQ+ community.
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