EA Launches Surprise Early Access for The Sims 4 CAS Demo

In an unexpected move yesterday evening, EA released the long-awaited demo version of The Sims 4's much anticipated new feature: Create-a-Sim (CAS) - to select Origin account holders without prior warning or any form of promotion. Players who woke up this morning were greeted with a surprise in their mailboxes courtesy of Electronic Arts.

The CAS demo is designed as an appetizer for the full version, giving players a taste of what's new and improved compared to previous titles within The Sims series. It allows users to dive headfirst into creating unique Sim characters using updated tools and features not yet available outside of this preview build.

Key highlights from the screenshots released alongside yesterday’s announcement include:

- A completely overhauled makeup system that includes more options than ever before

- All-new tattoo designs for players looking to spice up their Sims' appearances

While these additions are certainly exciting, it's worth noting that they represent just a small fraction of what fans can expect from the final product. The full version will likely include many more features and assets not yet revealed in this early access build.

EA has remained mum on release dates for both PC (via Origin) and console versions since yesterday’s announcement; however, based on previous titles within The Sims series following similar patterns, we wouldn't be surprised if official word comes down soon. Until then, existing fans will have plenty of time to play around with the new tools while waiting anxiously for more information about when they'll finally get their hands on this highly anticipated update.

The full version promises even more exciting features and gameplay mechanics not yet revealed in these early screenshots or teasers. In conclusion, if you're a long-time Sims fan eagerly anticipating what's next from EA, keep an eye out over the coming weeks for any further updates regarding The Sims 4’s latest addition to your gaming library.

Update: As per popular demand, we've created a dedicated forum thread where discussion about this exciting news can continue. Please feel free to share your thoughts and theories on social media using #Sims4CASDemo!

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