Electronic Arts, better known as EA, is rolling out an exciting playtest for their new game, City Life Game with Friends, as part of their ambitious The Sims Project Rene. This limited-time playtest is your chance to dive into the game before its official release and provide valuable feedback on gameplay and user interaction.
Where Is the City Life Game with Friends Playtest Available?
The playtest is exclusively available for Android devices, but there are some requirements to keep in mind. Your device needs to be running at least Android 12 and have a minimum of 4GB of RAM. Unfortunately, this playtest isn't open to everyone, so make sure you meet these criteria before attempting to join.
The playtest will run until April 4th, 2025, but the end times vary by region. It will conclude at 7 PM UTC, 6 AM AEST in Australia, and 3 AM PHT in the Philippines. Once the playtest period is over, you'll need to uninstall the game from your device.
Keep in mind that what you experience in the playtest won't be the final product. It's a snapshot of EA's current direction with The Sims Project Rene, giving you a glimpse into the innovative ideas they're exploring.
What’s in Store?
Once you're in the game, you'll get to create a character that truly reflects your style and personality. The neighborhood is alive with activities to engage in. You can browse the Thrift Shop for fresh outfits, relax at the Café, or participate in community events.
Team up with others to organize block parties, make wishes at the plaza fountain, and search for hidden collectibles. The game emphasizes social interaction and community building, encouraging you to connect over shared interests in art, music, or simply through engaging conversations.
If you're intrigued and meet the requirements, head over to the Google Play Store to join the playtest (provided you're in one of the eligible regions). And if you're not into this, stay tuned for our next news piece on Bandai Namco's decision to discontinue PAC-MAN Mobile on its 45th anniversary.