"We are not going to be working on replacements of previous projects; we’re only going to be adding to our universe," says franchise boss Kate Gorman.
Maxis also goes on to talk about new features coming to The Sims 5, and how the business model will be different from The Sims 4.
A job ad that has since been taken down recently suggested that The Sims 5 will release as a "free-to-enter" experience.
The Sims 5 will include some fancy new features, like in-depth lighting systems that allow for more customisation.