The Sims community has survived a lot — glitchy updates, chaotic autonomy, and kits dropping every other Tuesday. But this new mod drama? Yeah, it hit on a whole different level.
What Started the Drama?
A mod called “DEI Remover” started circulating, and it does some seriously problematic things. It forces every pre-made Sim to look and act “traditional” — meaning white, straight, cisgender, and thin. It even rewrites relationships of LGBT Sims and removes inclusive features like pronouns, diverse hairstyles, and body types.
EA Steps In
EA actually tried to get the mod removed, which almost never happens. Their IP team contacted the hosting forum to take it down. And it was removed… temporarily.
Within hours, clones and reuploads appeared. This turned into a full-on whack-a-mole situation — and the mod hasn’t stayed down for long.
Why the Community Is Not Having It
The Sims has always been known for its diversity and representation. From same-sex relationships to pronouns and inclusive CAS updates, the game has made huge strides.
So when a mod tries to erase all of that, yeah… the community pushed back hard. Creators, players, and modders called it out as harmful and against the spirit of the franchise.
What This Means for Modding
For the first time in years, EA directly interfered with a mod — raising big questions about future moderation. Should EA step in more often? Should mod-hosting platforms enforce stronger rules? And how do we balance creative freedom with protecting players?
What Players Can Do
- Stick to trusted mod creators
- Report harmful mods to EA
- Support inclusive creators
- Call out mods that cross the line
The Sims community might be chaotic — but we’re also loud, passionate, and protective of what makes this game unique.
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