To address this specific drama, EA updated its modding policy in 2022. The current rules state:
The "Patreon Must Be Destroyed" movement in The Sims 4 community centers on a rebellion against "perma-paywalls"—custom content (CC) and mods that remain locked behind a paid subscription indefinitely, which violates Electronic Arts' (EA) official policies. The Context Patreon Must Be Destroyed Sims 4
In the early days of the franchise, modding was a hobby. With the rise of crowdfunding platforms like Patreon, modding became a revenue stream. While "tips" and "early access" (where patrons pay for early release before public availability) are generally accepted, a contentious practice emerged: . To address this specific drama, EA updated its
AI responses may include mistakes. For legal advice, consult a professional. Learn more With the rise of crowdfunding platforms like Patreon,
Do you support permanent paywalls for Sims 4 mods? Or do you believe early access should have a hard time limit? Share your thoughts in the comments—but keep it civil. The community is already broken enough.
Or you can do what thousands of exhausted simmers have done: uninstall The Sims 4 entirely and move to other games with healthier modding cultures.