What the project is, how to start playing, and the rules that keep the community fun for everyone.
NewSO ("New Simulator Online") is a reimplementation of The Sims Online™'s game engine, using C# and Monogame. While NewSO aims to be faithful to the original game, it includes many quality of life changes such as hardware rendering, custom dynamic lighting, hi-res output, and >2 floor houses.
If you simply wish to play, you can install NewSO and the original TSO files using our installer+launcher available from the Download page and it will connect to our official servers. You can also register an account on this page, and find links to our communities where you can find support for the game and reports on server status.
Note that our installer downloads the original TSO files from EA's official servers. These files are required to make NewSO behave like TSO, and are not unofficially distributed:
On its own, the NewSO client does not display any copyrighted material, and is not distributed with it. The game files are provided by the user, and the client simply reads the files the user provides. In this sense, our replacement client is essentially a glorified The Sims Online™ file reader, as all original graphics, sounds, UI layouts, and game objects are simply read and simulated by the client. The same goes for all our other tools and extensions for The Sims franchise games.
The game server transmits metadata generated from the execution of these scripts (avatar money values, lot/object state, avatar appearances, hash of game files for version identification) but does not transmit any copyrighted material.
We will not accept any code or content that violates the policy above in our repo.
Do not post pornographic, erotic, nude, suggestive, or overtly sexual content, including explicit Sims game images.
Avoid sharing violent, cruel, or graphically disturbing content.
Harassment, witch-hunting, sexism, racism, and hate speech are strictly prohibited.
Do not share or request serial numbers, cracks, warez, or any piracy-related materials.
Do not flood channels with excessive messages, repeats, or cross-channel spamming.
Do not misuse @mentions or assignable role features.
Public channels are English-only unless dedicated language channels exist.
Each channel may have additional guidelines. Follow them.
Participation is limited to users who are 18 years of age or older.
Moderation does not cover personal conflicts between users except in the following cases:
Support Disclaimer: We do not provide support for third-party clients or servers. This server only supports official NewSO gameplay. Any claims of other official servers are false.
No disruptive sounds, feedback, echoing, or abusive behavior in voice channels. Violators will be muted, kicked, or banned as appropriate.
By registering on NewSO servers, you agree that:
All bugs must be reported privately to a mod or developer. Exploiting bugs for gain will result in penalties.
Buying or selling Simoleons, items, services, or accounts for real money results in a permanent ban.
Use of names like "DADDI" or "MOMI" will result in a permanent ban.