Here’s what’s getting fixed today, and when to expect Festival fixes.
A new The Sims 4 Patch is set to release today across PC, Mac, Xbox and Playstation supported platforms. The patch will help prepare the Base Game for the upcoming release of three new Sims 4 Kits, along with bug fixes and polishing for existing game issues that players have reported over the last couple of months.

It hasn’t been confirmed if the new Sims 4 Patch will bring any new game features and / or items to the catalogue. However, we are hoping to be pleasantly surprised with the announcements that will follow along the upcoming Behind The Sims Episode.
So, what’s getting fixed today? Check it all out in the official Sims 4 Laundry List for today’s game patch:
The Sims 4 Patch: Laundry List

Here’s the list of community concerns we’re investigating for the upcoming The Sims 4 Patch:
Base Game:
- [AHQ] Fixed cases of really high Bills where Lot Taxes would not only count the property value, but also add value from anything in inventories.
- [AHQ] Inspired Sim will no longer mix drinks excessively.
- [AHQ] ‘Try for baby’ in the shower will now fill the Hygiene motive.
- [AHQ] Outgoing and Socially Awkward traits cannot be selected together. If one is selected, the other will appear greyed out and cannot be chosen.
- [AHQ] Female frame facial hair on Male Sims will no longer disappear.
- [AHQ] Shoes are now replaced with barefoot when a Styled Look with barefoot is applied.
- [AHQ] Neon signs no longer break due to rain.
- [AHQ] Water puddle VFX animation will no longer appear on the ground floor when a Sim is swimming on the second floor.
- [AHQ] Sim no longer has the option to give the toddler fertilizer as food from inventory.
Affecting Multiple Packs
- [AHQ] Thumbnails of Guidry and Temperance are visible in the relationship panel, Sims profile, and Manage Household panel.
- [AHQ] Knitting now counts towards Arts & Crafts for Scouting.
- [AHQ] Sims’ weight and muscle levels are now properly affected by Bike Riding, Horse Riding, Rock Climbing, and ‘Jog Here’ activities.
- [AHQ] Sim can now set the waffle/pizza oven/stand mixer for sale in a retail store.
Cats & Dogs
- [AHQ] Cats and dogs with the fire obsession perk are far less obsessed with the fireplace.
- [AHQ] Sims no longer gain fitness skill when cleaning the litter box.
City Living
- [AHQ] ‘Play with emotion’ interaction is now greyed out when the piano keyboard breaks.
Cottage Living
- [AHQ] Sims can now use Hot Pot with the Simple Living Lot Challenge.
Crystal Creations
- [AHQ] Last Exception error will no longer trigger when a ring is placed on the Mystical Moonlight Crystal Grid and the household is reloaded.
- [AHQ] Option to order Crystals is now available on the computer.
Discover University
- [AHQ] Sim with the Gym Rat trait will no longer lose hygiene while juggling a soccer ball.
- [AHQ] Frequency of getting electrocuted from Robotic Workstation has been considerably reduced.
Eco Lifestyle
- [AHQ] Roaches are removed from the dumpster after a Sim successfully performs the ‘Try to clear roaches’ action.
For Rent
- [AHQ] A serving of Vegetable Chili from the Pressure Cooker will no longer turn into 8 servings.
Get Together
- Clubs are now under the default section under the social groups interface.
Growing Together
- [AHQ] Fixed an issue where some Life Milestones wouldn’t be achieved when the Sim is off-lot, including Milestones for a toddler Sim’s movement skill.
High School Years
- [AHQ] When Sims switch from an outfit created in Thriftea to a regular outfit, they no longer revert back to the Thriftea outfit when showering/bathing.
- [AHQ] Notification badges are no longer displayed when the phone is in silent mode and Social Bunny has notifications turned off.
Horse Ranch
- [AHQ] ‘Drink an Aged Nectar’ Want now fulfills when Sim drinks an Aged Nectar bottle.
My First Pets Stuff
- [AHQ] In new saves, Sim will no longer receive the ‘Baby whisked away’ moodlet and The Sims Notification System will not suggest that Rattigan passed away when Rattigan is still alive.
Snowy Escape
- [AHQ] Seaweed Ramen recipe is now available from the fridge cooking menu.
- Sim’s Hygiene Motive will now increase when using a Hot Spring.
Spa Day
- [AHQ] Applied Pedicure will no longer vanish when a Manicure is requested.
Overlapping Festivals and Food Stalls Glitch
EA has acknowledged a Sims 4 Glitch where certain festivals from Expansion Pack would overlap and not spawn properly in the designated neighborhood. Leading to usability issues with festival objects, food stalls and more.

Almost eight hundred people reported this issue to EA Help. The Sims Direct Team acknowledged this issue, saying that they’re working to resolve it in one of the future Sims 4 Patches. Unfortunately, this issue won’t be fixed in today’s Sims 4 Patch,.
Our team is currently investigating the issue regarding overlapping festivals & festival objects merging with other items.
Thanks for your reports on this; we’re aiming to provide a fix in a future patch & appreciate your patience while we work towards a solution.
What are you hoping to see in today’s Sims 4 Patch release? Join the conversation below and get ready for a busy news rollout later today!