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Maxis

American video game developer

Companyvideo game developerQ220317

Also known as Maxis Software

Founded: 1987
Founded by: Will Wright
, Jeff Braun
Headquarters: Emeryville
Country: United States
Industry: video game industry
Parent: Electronic Arts
Website: ea.com/ea-studios/maxis

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Maxis is an American video game developer and a division of Electronic Arts (EA). The studio was founded in 1987 by Will Wright and Jeff Braun, and acquired by Electronic Arts in 1997. Maxis is best known for its simulation games, including The Sims, Spore, and SimCity.

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The Sims 4: Grunge Revival Kit(2023)
EA Classics Mega Collection(2023)
The Sims 4: Basement Treasures Kit(2023)
The Sims 4: Growing Together(2023)
The Sims 4: Desert Luxe Kit(2022)
The Sims 4: First Fits Kit(2022)
The Sims 4: Werewolves(2022)
The Sims 4: Werewolves(2022)
The Sims 4: Little Campers Kit(2022)
The Sims 4: Moonlight Chic Kit(2022)
The Sims 4: Decor to the Max Kit(2022)
The Sims 4: My Wedding Stories(2022)
The Sims 4: Carnaval Streetwear Kit(2022)
The Sims 4: Modern Menswear Kit(2021)
The Sims 4: Blooming Rooms Kit(2021)
The Sims 4: Fashion Street Kit(2021)
The Sims 4: Incheon Arrivals Kit(2021)
The Sims 4: Industrial Loft Kit(2021)
The Sims 4: Cottage Living(2021)
The Sims 4: Courtyard Oasis Kit(2021)
The Sims 4: Throwback Fit Kit(2021)
The Sims 4: Country Kitchen Kit(2021)
The Sims 4: Bust the Dust Kit(2021)
The Sims 4: Snowy Escape(2020)
The Sims 4 + Star Wars: Journey to Batuu Bundle(2020)
The Sims 4 Star Wars: Journey to Batuu(2020)
The Sims 4 Stuff Bundle - Fitness, Cool Kitchen, Laundry Day, Perfect Patio(2020)
The Sims 4: Eco Lifestyle(2020)
The Sims 4: Discover University(2019)
The Sims 4: Realm of Magic(2019)
The Sims 4: Island Living(2019)
The Sims 4: StrangerVille(2019)
The Sims 4: Get Famous(2018)
The Sims 4: Seasons(2018)
The Sims 4: Jungle Adventure(2018)
The Sims 4: Cats & Dogs(2017)
The Sims 4: Parenthood(2017)
The Sims Mobile(2017)
The Sims 4: Vampires(2017)
The Sims 4: City Living(2016)
The Sims 4: Dine Out(2016)
The Sims 4: Get Together(2015)
The Sims 4: Spa Day(2015)
The Sims 4: Perfect Patio Stuff(2015)
The Sims 4: Get to Work(2015)
The Sims 4: Outdoor Retreat(2015)
The Sims 4(2014)
The Sims 2: Ultimate Collection(2014)
The Sims 3: Into the Future(2013)
The Sims 3: Island Paradise(2013)
The Sims 3: University Life(2013)
SimCity(2013)
SimCity Social(2012)
The Sims 3: Pets(2011)
The Sims Medieval(2011)
Darkspore(2011)
The Sims 3 (Wii)(2010)
The Sims 3 (handheld)(2010)
The Sims 3(2010)
Spore Bot Parts Pack(2010)
Spore Hero Arena(2009)
Spore Galactic Adventures(2009)
The Sims 3(2009)
Spore: Creepy & Cute(2008)
SimCity(2008)
Spore(2008)
Spore Creature Creator(2008)
The Sims 2: FreeTime(2008)
The Sims Carnival: Snap City(2008)
The Sims 2: Seasons(2007)
The Sims Stories(2007)
The Sims 2 Pets (mobile)(2006)
The Sims 2: Pets (Game Boy Advance)(2006)
The Sims 2: Pets (Nintendo DS)(2006)
The Sims 2: Pets(2006)
The Sims 2: Pets(2006)
The Sims 2: Glamour Life Stuff(2006)
The Sims 2: Family Fun Stuff(2006)
The Sims 2: Open for Business(2006)
The Sims 2(2005)
The Sims 2: Christmas Party Pack(2005)
The Sims 2 (consoles)(2005)
The Sims 2: Nightlife(2005)
The Sims 2(2005)
The Sims 2: University(2005)
The Urbz: Sims in the City(2004)
The Sims 2(2004)
The Sims Bustin' Out(2003)
The Sims Bustin' Out(2003)
The Urbz: Sims in the City(2003)
The Sims 2: Official Trailer(2003)
The Sims: Makin' Magic(2003)
SimCity 4: Rush Hour(2003)
The Sims: Superstar(2003)
SimCity 4(2003)
The Sims(2003)
The Sims Online(2002)
The Sims: Unleashed(2002)
The Sims: Vacation(2002)
The Sims: Hot Date(2001)
The Sims: House Party(2001)
The Sims: Livin' Large(2000)
The Sims(2000)
The Sims(2000)
SimCity 3000(1999)
SimSafari(1998)
Streets of SimCity(1997)
SimCopter(1996)
SimPark(1996)
SimTunes(1996)
SimGolf(1996)
SimTown(1995)
Unnatural Selection(1993)
SimRefinery(1993)
SimFarm(1993)
SimCity 2000(1993)
SimLife(1992)
RoboSport(1991)
SimAnt(1991)
SimEarth(1990)
SimCity(1989)
SkyChase(1988)
Sim City Architecture 1: Future Cities
SimCity 2000: Scenarios Volume I: Great Disasters
The Sims 4 Stuff packs
The SimCity Box
Spore Creature Keeper
Mysterium
SimMars
SimsVille
The Sims 2 Stuff packs
SimCity

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Legal form: private company limited by shares
Owned by: Electronic Arts
Different from: Maxxis
Product or material produced: SimCity
Notable work: The Sims
SimCity
Spore

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