The Sims FreePlay will receive an exciting update in March 2025. EA announced this information via a promotional video in late January 2025 – highlighting key details about upcoming updates, expansions, and in-game events for various Sims titles, including The Sims FreePlay.
The most significant takeaway from this promotional 25th Birthday Celebrations video was the upcoming lighting update for The Sims FreePlay. This update introduces a more dynamic lighting system for players to enjoy. The video below shows a side-by-side comparison of the new lighting around the 2:50 to 3-minute mark, offering a glimpse of the improvements.
Sims FreePlay Lighting Update Details & Dates, Explained
This change may seem subtle, but it improves the game’s overall aesthetics rather nicely. The sun will now shine through windows, adding warmth to your household rooms. Additionally, the lighting adjusts dynamically throughout the day. As time passes in the game, it will reflect different moods, enhancing the atmosphere of your living spaces – therefore creating a much cozier environment for your Sims to enjoy life.

Players can expect to see The Sims FreePlay lighting update go live in-game in March 2025. While an exact date is still yet to be revealed, avid fans who are eagerly anticipating this new addition can expect more specific details to drop as the month of March approaches.
Other Notable Sims Mobile Updates
This lighting update for The Sims FreePlay isn’t the only exciting new update on the way for mobile Sims gaming. The Sims Mobile also has upcoming in-game quests and events that players can enjoy throughout February and March.
One of these notable highlights is the Carnival of Cheer, which will bring back the unique NPC, Jenny Kang. Additionally, to celebrate The Sims Mobile’s birthday, any player who logs in during the birthday week (beginning on March 4, 2025) will receive two free gifts in honour of the milestone.
Stay tuned for more updates on everything regarding the Sims, and don’t forget to check out the site for additional topics and announcements.
Grace is a writer from New Zealand who has been playing a wide range of games since childhood. She comes back to The Sims on occasion whenever she needs something relaxing and fun to play...though admittedly, she spends much more time in the character customizer than playing the actual game!
