Interestingly, it seems like some playtests are already happening, with some leaks showcasing early character prototypes. Here's the latest update from VP franchise creative Lyndsay Pearson: 'We're developing this game in a different way and we're bringing everyone along with us, and that means a lot of different phases of development which can include everything from closed invites in small public tests to large-scale early access options.
Now that doesn't sound anything like Alpha or Beta access in the traditional sense, but does sound like there will be opportunities for the community to have input on the game's development, which is awesome.
We'll share in-progress work, explorations, sneak-peeks, behind-the-scenes content as well as start to open up Early Access to Project Rene software to small groups over time,' says Pearson. 'Over the next couple of years, we'll continue sharing updates with all of you on Project Rene. Maxis is preparing for some Early Access periods for The Sims 5, as the studio looks to the community to help guide Project Rene's development.
