A $1,235 game that's still broken? Welcome to modern gaming
The Sims 4 has become the poster child for cash-grab monetization strategies in the gaming industry
Modern gaming has become an expensive hobby, with the rise of microtransactions, downloadable content (DLC), and expansion packs putting a serious dent in players' wallets. The Sims 4, EA's popular life simulation game, has become the poster child for cash-grab monetization strategies in the gaming industry. As the franchise prepares to celebrate its 25th anniversary on February 4th and The Sims 4 nears its 10th year, fans continue to express frustration over broken game mechanics and lingering bugs in the base game.
