After much anticipation, The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits gameplay trailer has arrived! With all of the hullabaloo that the early reveal of this expansion has entailed, I’m sure we’re all curious to see what’s in store.
So far, we’ve been introduced to an amazing variety of new—and returning!—features with the initial reveal trailer. So join me in absolutely shredding apart the gameplay trailer to learn as much as possible about the upcoming expansion!
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1) Gibbi Point: Our Home Away from Home!
Welcome to Gibbi Point! This New Zealand-inspired world will be the setting for our upcoming adventures! Thanks to an EA blog post,we know this world’s three neighborhoods: Wanderwood Wilds, Jellyfish Junction, and Crystal Valley. It also has twelve available lots.
The premade Getaway locales of Revive & Thrive, Love Highland, and Camp Gibbi Gibbi are split among the three. The gameplay trailer seems to have primarily taken place in Camp Gibbi Gibbi’s neck of the woods, so we’re looking forward to any other teasers looking at the neighboring locations in the world!
2) Imaginary Friends: Just Little Guys
I don’t think “an Imaginary Friend narrates the trailer” was on anyone’s bingo card. These The Sims 3 classics are returning with a wonderful new coat of paint. Not only do they receive a much-needed (and less horrifying) visual upgrade, but they also now have four archetypes. We see all four in their doll form: Goofball, Evil, Creative, and Competitive. Though we only see two of them as child-like entities playing with Sim children.
Imaginary Friends will only be visible to Sim children as they play together. They appear exclusively in their doll form when viewed by an adult, similarly to the monster under the bed from The Sims 4 Parenthood. From the interactions shown, it seems that these whimsical creatures play almost exactly like a Child Sim. Joining their playmate in video games, hide and seek, and even the new interaction of Rock, Paper, Scissors!
Imaginary Friends not only act as companions to Sim children, but also give buffs! As seen in the trailer, Imaginary Friends can bestow an “Imaginary Boost”. We aren’t aware of what this boost may exactly entail yet, but from the looks of those rainbows and the Child Sim’s excitement? It must be something special.
But life isn’t all playing games and eating fairy bread. Sometimes, it’s about growing up. Sims are also able to “Say Goodbye Forever” to an Imaginary Friend that they may have outgrown. They can, conversely, also choose to embrace the whimsy and “Offer to make real” to an Imaginary Friend whom they can’t live without. This choice leads to the Imaginary Friend becoming a real boy and turning into a playable Sim!
We currently aren’t aware if they’ll be BuildBuy-able, or if your Sims’ thrice-removed great aunt will send them to you in a mysterious package, but we’ll keep you posted when we become aware.
3) Getaways: Say Hello to Something New!
The star of the show was Getaways! This upcoming system in The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits allows Simmers to create custom experiences through its in-depth settings. Not only does it allow players to create scheduled itineraries for the new Custom Venus, but it also adds the ability to add Rules to their Getaways!
These Rules enhance gameplay with a variety of variables, from the skill-enhancing “Grindset Mindset” to the gameshow-esque process of elimination rules. Players will be given a wide range of tools to curate experiences for their Sims. Players are also able to set scheduled itineraries, planning activities to happen for both times of day and week. Getaways can even be scheduled to happen every week.
The use of the phrase “experiences” is specific—Do you love the drama and romance of the show Love Island? Make your own! Have you always wondered if your buffest Sim could make it in Survivor? Set off and create your courses! This pack is seemingly a love letter to the challenges created by the community. Much like The Sims 4 Businesses and Hobbies, it’s the base for an infinite array of possibilities.
So, from something as benign as a Bed and Breakfast to a full-scale recreation of your favorite trashy reality show, this is your pack!
4) Formative Moments: Change The Direction of Lives Forever!
Aren’t most formative moments at summer camp, anyway?
Formative Moments are a type of challenge coming in The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits. They seem to be exclusive to Child Sims so far, but that’s to be seen.
These challenges are a series of prompts triggered through skill gain that a Child Sim can complete. This leads to permanent buffs that follow them into their adulthood and enhance emotional states.
While Formative Moments seem to be tied to skill progression, as shown with the Child in the trailer, there may be other gameplay beats that can trigger them. Hopefully, in future pre-pack content, we’ll be given a deeper look into this interesting feature.
5) Custom Venus: Inspiration Ahoy!
Another lot type is coming to The Sims 4: Custom Venus! These multi-function lots are customizable to have set schedules, rules, and behaviors for Sims to interact with. There also seem to be Roles that a Sim could fill, from straightforward role types such as “staff” to the more unique “custom role”. There is also a pre-set Role library that players can crib from for ease or inspiration.
It seems that Custom Venus is made with some specificity in mind. Not only as potential locations for Getaways, but also to be used as something more mundane. The bakery we’re given in the trailer as an example hosts a cooking competition. So it’s more than likely that the same bakery can be used as a cooking school! We’re eager as always for more information on these new lot types.
As always, Custom Venus can be created by the individual Simmer or exported from a community member via the Gallery! I know all the builders are eager to get to work to plan Venus ahead of release.
Sim It and See!
Were you just as excited as we were for the gameplay trailer? Let us know in the comments section, and stay tuned with Sims Community for everything The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits!
Developers Share New Info On Adventure Awaits In The Imaginary Friends Q&A
The latest Expansion Pack, The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits, launches in just under a month on October 2nd. In the lead-up, developers are hosting several Q&A sessions on the pack’s biggest features over on The Sims’ official Discord server.
This series of live Q&As would previously be held on Twitter/X, but this time, Simmers can get all their answers in one centralised space, Discord! These Q&As offer a closer look at the new Imaginary Friends, Townies, Lore, and Getaway Systems!
There are two more Q&As planned for the coming weeks:
Townies & Lore – September 17th – 1 pm PT
Getaway Systems – October 1st – 1 pm PT
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Imaginary Friends Q&A
Developer Molly (SimGuruNova) has answered a number of questions submitted by Simmers. Take a look at the answers below!
At what age can we make the Imaginary Friend real?
Once your Child Sim that made an Imaginary Friend ages up to a Teen, if they were good enough friends with their IF, they can offer to make Real on the doll, which allows them to turn their IF into a real Teen Sim. So it’s good incentive not to neglect or be mean to them as a kid.
Once turned real Sims, will other Sims be able to see the Imaginary Friend and interact with them?
Yes! They become fully real.
Will imaginary friends, when made real, always retain their consistent look (as seen in the trailer), or will it be randomised?
Each of the four have a unique “Made Real” look that’s consistent, based on their original Child (Imaginary) form. i.e. if you make Pretty Pegacorn real, she will always look like this at first. But once made real as a Teen, you can take them into CAS and customize if you wish, just like any other Sim!
How does one make them real, just by clicking on them, or do you need to create a potion or something?
Befriend them as a child, then age up into a Teen, and run Offer to Make Real on the doll!
Are there any unique moodlets/interactions between the sim who can see the imaginary friend with those who can’t?
Yes! Children will get a variety of different buffs/interactions unique to their Imaginary Friend. Other Sims will just see them talking to no one (like a Sim with the erratic trait).
Okay, this is a sort of out-of-the-box question but: considering that there are giant teddy bears in The Sims 4, and child Sims can develop relationships with them, can we offer to turn those teddy bears into Imaginary Friends with the new pack?
Not at the moment. Imaginary Friends can be made from 1 of the 4 ImagineMe! dolls coming with Adventure Awaits! They’ve been custom-made for arriving from Imaginary Land.
Are the different personality types you can get tied to specific dolls? I’d love to mix and match them.
By default, the IFs have the following personalities:
Lil Monster: Goofball
Pretty Pegacorn: Evil
Krafty Kid: Creative
Wild Child: Competitive
Is the Imagine-Me Doll a build/buy object or does your child get them when they’re a kid like in TS3
Build Mode! yes, no limitations, just simoleons haha.
Are adults in the household able to parent the imaginary friend just like any other kid when they become real?
When you turn them into a real Teen Sim, they join the household, but as a roommate. You CAN adopt them into the family if you wish! It’s up to you. They will have a randomized name (for a fresh start as a real Sim) but that’s something you can always change in CAS to your heart’s desire.
Basically like any other Sim.
Is there any way a Sim other than the child who has the IF can see them?
Nope, they are invisible – other Sims will still see the doll sitting on the ground. The Sim who has the IF? The doll disappears when they spawn in their IF, and the actual IF is walking around, interactable, etc.
Will there be any limitations on what they can do once turned real?
Nope, they are a full-fledged real Sim!
My question too. Do you receive it as a gift, can an adult craft them, or can you buy them?
Build Mode! Buy the doll.
I just want to know if they’re like Patchy, and if you can have children with them?
When they become real? Sure! They’re a real Sim. Just, you know, they have to become an Adult first lol.
In response to the last answer: The baby has a special trait or some powers?
Since the made real Sim isn’t an occult, they are just living as a normal Sim. No special trait passed down – It’s their chance to finally get a chance to be real Sim after eons of being Imaginary! They’re just happy to taste food and touch things for real.
How does each personality impact the child Sims?
The personality will shape their entire set of interactions with the child!
IFs will recommend different activities to do together based on personality – Creative IF will recommend arts and crafts, Competitive might recommend active activities or competitive ones like video games, Evil ones will recommend mischief and other bad behavior!
Also, if you have an Evil IF, the Child can practice Mean interactions on them, strengthening their relationship! The Evil IF will love it, and encourage it. Then, eventually, if the Child heeds the advice of the Evil IF enough, they will gain the Budding Evil Persona trait, which might allow them to discover the Evil trait when they age up to Teen, If they so choose…
Can imaginary friends remain with the Sims once he gets into a Young Adult-Elder stages?
If turned into a real Sim! Otherwise, keeping the doll around has the option of Seeking Comfort from an Old Friend (or Frienemy!), giving mood bonuses based on their relationship with the IF as a child.
Are the IFS customisable in CAS?
Only when turned real. The Child IFs (actual Imaginary Forms) are set based on the doll purchased in Build Mode.
Hi Molly, it’s good to see you here! My question is, how autonomous are Imaginary Friends?
They’ll suggest things to do together, but will mostly hang around their attached Child! They’re there to befriend them, and be there for them, so they’ll stick to their person.
Are all their human-form cas pieces available in CAS, even if they’re only special unlocks that, for regular buy-mode purposes, would need to be used via cheats? Krafty Kid’s entire outfit is adorable.
Their human form outfits are unlockable in CAS if made real (or by cheating! but you didn’t hear me say that)
Can you have more than one imaginary friend at the same time?
Not at the same time. One IF per child, and one IF per doll at a time. So, if you are unhappy with your IF – the Child always has the option to Say Goodbye Forever, and you can purchase a new doll to switch it up! (But, how could you!!)
Update From SimGuruNova
For those of you asking about requirements to actually Imagine Up the imaginary friend as a Child (i.e. turn the doll into the IF)
Here’s the full process of Build Mode to IF: Buy the doll from Build Mode. The Child then can play with the doll as normal! Tell it secrets, pour their heart out, carry it around, etc. There is a requirement to make them into an IF:
Reach Creativity Level 3,
Befriend the doll (as you play with it or talk to it, you will gain relationship! visible in the rel panel),
Or, be suffering from loneliness, so much so that the Child needs a friend now.
Then, they can turn the doll into their IF.
Oh and also – Evil IFs can teach children how to set fires.
Oh and one thing to note: Personality and names can be personalized on the dolls UNTIL you make them into an Imaginary Friend. Once the friend is imagined up, they are locked into that name and personality. But, you can always change things around once they age up to Teen, if made real!
Are those 4 IF designs the only designs? I mean those 4 designs do not have recolours?
Four designs, no recolors this time. We wanted to give a variety of options compared to the single model offered for TS3 imaginary friends – they’re reflective of their default personalities and the diverse stories you’d wish to tell with them!
Can you order one as a gift from the phone or computer for your child? Not a fan of buying direct from build mode, but I can always make a retail store if not.
You could tell that story with a retail store!
Can adults with the goofball trait use the IF?
Just Children can imagine up IFs, or see their own IFs. They are invisible to anyone else.
Do the IFs attend high school if made real and added to the household?
These are their teen forms. The Krafty Kid and Wild Child forms haven’t been shared yet. Stay tuned!
Will random sims have autonomy to have imaginary friends + make them real or is it just tied to actions YOU do?
Fully player driven. There will not be random IFs running around rampant.
Wait, you can make them real to be actual children, not just teens? A win is a win!
No, when made real, it can only be done with the Child who imaginaed them ages up. And then they become real as a Teen.
Are there any cross-pack features involving IF?
Tons! They will recommend oodles and oodles of activities from across all packs, based on their personality. For example, Creative IFs might suggest cross-stitiching if you own Cottage Living! Or Knitting for Nifty Knitting, etc.
Is there any compatibility with childish Sims? I.e can they maybe have IFs or see them?
Only Children can make IFs, and only the Child that imagines them up can see them!
Closing Statements
Alrighty folks, we’ve hit the time limit unfortunately!! This went by super super fast. Thank you all for your amazing questions – keep an eye out for the wrapup summary + I will try to provide questions to the answers we didn’t quite get to yet for that, if possible.
Wrap up summary coming soon! Stay tuned!
Future Q&As
That’s all for today’s Imaginary Friend Q&A session. Next week, there will be another Discord Q&A next Tuesday, 16th September, in which you’ll be able to hear all about the Townies & Lore in the new world of Gibbi Point. We will have all the live coverage you need right here on Sims Community!
What kind of Imaginary Friend are you giving to your child Sims? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned to Sims Community for all the latest on The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits.
The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Gameplay screens are here!
Here are all of the screens showing off the fun new features we can look forward to, including new challenges, imaginary friends, catching butterflies, and much more.
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Imaginary Friends
The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits gameplay screens reintroduce a classic Sims icon, the Imaginary Friend. We can see four different types of Imaginary Friends and their possible interactions with Sims. Child Sims can Turn into Imaginary Friend, Be Friends to the End, Say Goodbye Forever, Offer to Make Real, and more. We can also see that Imaginary Friends can do things like swim, play Hide and Seek, and play Rock Paper Scissors.
Camp Gibbi Gibbi
The new expansion pack will also introduce Camp Gibbi Gibbi. Sims can be campers and counselors, learn archery, participate in skill contests, and more. We also can see that there are other types of camps, like science camps.
Challenges & Competitions
The addition of challenges and competitions is a huge gameplay upgrade to The Sims 4. The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits gameplay screens show Sul Sul Island, The Great Gibbi Bake Off, and a Romantic Competition.
If your Sim is tired of the stress of everyday life, they will now be able to Plan a Getaway. From the looks of it, these getaways can be very detailed and versatile.
Custom Venues and More
The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits gameplay screens walk us through how to create a Custom Venue, and give us a look at the different behaviors we can assign to these venues. We also get a closer look at the new world map and Camp Gibbi Gibbi’s location.
Spin Class & Blenders
Has your Sim been itching to step up their gym game? Now they can with Spin classes and new free-weight exercises! Sims will be able to stick to their health goals with new smoothies and possibly protein shakes as well. Also, it looks like Sims will be able to keep their social media followers up-to-date on their workouts with gym selfies.
More gameplay information has just been released through the EA App.
The EA App has updated the listing for The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Expansion Pack. Hitting Consoles and Desktop / Laptop supported platforms on October 2nd.
The latest round of official pack description reveals more information about the new Level 10 Park Worker career, Formative Moments for Children and all the ways you can customize your own Getaway.
Check it all out in the official extended features for The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits:
The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Extended Features
Adventures
Schedule time to recharge
Use the Getaway Planner to design experiences away from home! Choose when the Getaway will start, how long it will last, a Lot for it to take place on, and what Sims will do. Getaways last multiple days and are great for meeting new people. There are 3 Getaways already available: Camp Gibbi Gibbi is a sleep-away camp for kids, Revive & Thrive is a fitness retreat where Sims can both relax and exercise, and Love Highland is a romantic spot where love and competition are in the air.
Create and customize
Choose Custom Venue from the drop down in Build Mode and create the exact spot that you want. Build it, decorate it, and decide what activities and roles (i.e. camp counselor or fitness instructor) are available. If starting from scratch feels intimi-dating, don’t worry. There are options available which you can build from. You can also download Custom Venues other Simmers have shared to the Gallery to use or edit. Custom Venues can be created starting from Build/Buy mode or Manage Worlds.
Add variety, competition, & more
Rules can deepen the Getaway experience. There are 3 types: Elimination, Shuffle, and Modifier. Elimination Rules can be based on Skill or Relationship gains, or on your choice. In a Fitness contest, the Sim with the least skill improvement is sent home at the end of each round. Shuffle Rules randomize activities based on a pre-set pool. There are 6 Modifier Rules that apply special conditions, like Love is In the Air (makes romance bloom) and Everyone Hates Each Other (makes friendships fail).
Childhood Fun
Grow up meaningfully
Child Sims can have Formative Moments that provide lifelong benefits. There are 4 types of Formative Moment challenges: Inquisitiveness, Social, Independence, and Adventure. A Child might take on a Social challenge like Be a Joker, and then advance faster as an Entertainer when they grow up. Sims can also have long term Childhood Sentiments about people they know, which may change over time. For example, they may pull a prank they find funny as a kid, then feel guilty and apologize as an Adult.
Enjoy new games & more
Child Sims can play 2 classic games: Hide & Seek and Rock Paper Scissors. Kids with the new Scrappy trait may get com-petitive! Kids can also play on Modular Playgrounds which you can set up however you like. There is also a new childhood Aspiration, Cool Kid on the Block.
Meet dolls with big personalities
There are 4 Imaginary Friend dolls, and 4 possible personali-ties: Goofball, Competitive, Creative, and Evil. Which personality the doll has will affect what kinds of activities it encourages its Child Sim friend to engage in. Child Sims can name their Imaginary Friend, play with them, and share their biggest feelings and secrets with them. Sims who’ve grown up can still turn to their childhood Imaginary Friend for comfort on occa-sion, or they can say Goodbye Forever.
Recreation
Try a new activity
There are 4 new skills for both kids and grownups! Papercraft is about making toys, like planes or Cootie Catchers, as well as decorations like origami cranes out of paper. Entomology is all about bugs. Sims can collect butterflies, or even raise them from caterpillars. Diving will have Sims trying new jumps off the Diving Board. Sims are into Archery will be able to Bowfish at Fishing spots, and they can even try to shoot apples off other Sims’ heads.
Explore the water
If there’s water, you can paddle on it in your new Kayak. Go any watery place you like, and improve your Fitness Skill while you’re at it! Sims can even stand up and fish while in their boats. Other ways to enjoy the water include a Water Slide, a Diving Board, and by wading in for a special aquatic Woo Hoo.
Get active
New Spin Bikes and Free Weights are great ways for Adult Sims to improve their Fitness Skill. Kayaks are also a fun new way to work out, and they’re available for kids too. Pair your workout with a refreshing smoothie. Sims can use the new Blender to make energizing smoothies, boosting protein smoothies, and Sims who are extra keen about getting pumped can even add meat. Side effects may include vomiting, but most smoothies are yummy and beneficial we swear!
The World
Explore an adventurous world
The Wanderwood Wilds are an overgrown wilderness that are perfect for indulging your inner explorer. Discover the Hothead Rock Geyser – which can even spout lava! – as well as an old firewatch tower and more. There’s also Crystal Valley, where you can pan for something shiny or swim in an electric lagoon with neon jellyfish. Additionally, there’s a bioluminescent bay where you can kayak around in the Jellyfish Junction neighbor-hood, and a Lonely Lighthouse that might like a visit.
Become a Park Worker
Choose a career working in a majestic national park! In this unpredictable line of work, your Sim will leave at set times but they may not come home at the end of the day. They may be gone for up to 3 days! It’s a big park. Park Worker is a 10 level career that branches into Park Ranger and Camp Counselor paths. Sims can start this career path as Teens, though they won’t be able to advance beyond level 5 until they age up.
Catch those critters
Get into a skill that pairs perfectly with the new Critter Hunter Aspiration. Collect butterflies with the new Butterfly Net, study them, raise caterpillars, and more. If you’re going for the Aspiration, you might also want to collect fish and express your love of critters with paper crafts or in other ways.
What are your thoughts on the extended features for The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits? Let us know your thoughts below and stay tuned for more updates on Sims Community!
The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Gameplay Trailer Gave Us A Peek At The Sims 4 Custom Venues In Greater Detail!
Last week, the announcement of custom venues in The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits reveal trailer had the community buzzing with questions about how functional and flexible the system was. Well, today’s Gameplay Trailer gave us an insight into their specific functions, and how crosspack gameplay can be utilised for endless possibilities. Let’s take a look at everything we’ve seen so far!
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The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Gameplay Trailer
Take a look at the latest Gameplay Trailer for The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Expansion Pack!
What Are Custom Venues?
Simmers who played with the ‘Small Business’ lot in The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies will find the new ‘Custom Venue’ lot type familiar. When building, you can now assign a lot as a ‘Custom Venue’ and unlock a wide range of modifiers, from staff uniforms to role assignments. You’ll also have the freedom to fine-tune how the venue operates, including activity schedules and which Sims take part in them. Best of all, once you’ve perfected your setup, you can save it as a preset for future builds!
The blog post has revealed some examples of preset venue/getaway types:
Fitness Retreat
Outdoor Kids Camp
Romantic Competition
Cooking Competition
Cozy Bed and Breakfast
Creativity Retreat
Senior Living Community
Sim Popularity Contest
How Do Schedules Work?
Schedules for Custom Venues appear to work much like the new getaway system, giving you fine control over how your lot functions. You’ll be able to decide which roles are assigned, when activities take place, what kinds of Sims show up, and even what they wear. Schedules can be chosen from a number of presets or built entirely from scratch by slotting activities into different times of day.
You can make your venue as simple or as detailed as you like. Want a pool lot where Sims swim around the clock? Go for it. Prefer a gym with structured spin classes and a coffee break in between? That works too. And just like with The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies’ Small Business lots, there’s plenty of potential for cross-pack gameplay woven in. Here are all the features we spotted:
Naming Custom Venues
Assigning custom roles
Role Library: Choose from several pre-set roles
Saving schedules
Choosing from a number of schedule presets
Selecting start times for activities
Choosing which day the activities take place
Assigning a uniform per activity
Cross-Pack Possibilities
As of late, “Expansion Packs” mean more than just expanding gameplay, with many new packs adding more cross-pack gameplay to create a true sandbox experience for players. The gameplay trailer highlights this perfectly with “Sul Sul Island”, a parody of the reality show Survivor. In this getaway experience, Sims must tough it out on a tropical island alongside a Vampire who, rather inconveniently, is required to drink plasma every day at 1pm. A tough challenge for the Vampire, considering Sulani is known for its bright, sunny weather!
Of course, that is just one example of the cross-pack possibilities with The Sims 4 Custom Venue lot type. You could create a haunted house in which paranormal investigators (The Sims 4 Paranormal Stuff Pack) survive a number of nights in a house filled with playful (or evil) ghosts. Or, with The Sims 4 Bowling Night Stuff Pack, you could create a custom bowling alley and arcade. How about a celebrity wellness retreat, away from the prying eyes of the paparazzi, with The Sims 4 Get Famous? I personally can’t wait to see what players come up with!
The recent blog post detailing features of The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits has shed some light on which cross-pack features will be available for presets:
Cats and Dogs Expansion Pack: Dog Training
Get to Work Expansion Pack: Corporate Retreat
Island Living Expansion Pack: Off the Grid Survival Competition
Get Together Expansion Pack and Parenthood Game Pack: Child Care
Spa DayGame Pack: Refreshing Spa Getaway
FitnessStuff Pack: Ultimate Fitness Boot Camp
When Will We Find Out More?
The best way to find out more will be upon the release of The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits on October 2nd! However, in the meantime, there is a Q&A scheduled for October 1st that will cover the new Getaway System that ships with the pack. With the amount of crossover between the two systems, I’m certain some more light will be shed on The Sims 4 Custom Venue lot types.
What ideas do you have for The Sims 4 Custom Venue Lot type? Let us know down below, and make sure to follow Sims Community for all the latest on The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits.
See the full World Map and Lot Sizes coming with Gibbi Point!
Electronic Arts has released the official World Map for the new Gibbi Point World. Coming with the upcoming The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Expansion Pack!
See the full Neighborhood breakdown, lot sizes and the map itself:
The Sims 4 Gibbi Point World Map
There are three Neighborhoods in The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits’ brand new world – Gibbi Point. It includes the following Neighborhoods and Lot Sizes:
Wanderwood Wilds
Life in Wanderwood Wilds sure is a blast-literally! Hothead Rock Geyser may be the main draw to the area, but there’s more in these woods than meets the eye. Sims can enjoy the great outdoors near campfires, kayak in the open water, and fish to unwind.
Visit the Old Firewatch Tower, perhaps to offer your gratitude to the one who keeps watch. Be sure to check in with the Butterfly Conservationist if you’re feeling a little fluttery.
Festivals: – ‘Round the Fire Festival
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30×20
50×50
40×40
Crystal Valley
Once a bustling gold mining community, Crystal Valley earned its name after an unusual occurrence took place: overnight, the Scoop’s Gold Mine dried up only to be replaced by crystals! Now, you can visit and pan for crystals or stop by the Electric Lagoon for a neon jellyfish swim accompanied by a glowworm backdrop. Visitors may want to keep their eye out for a unique bird, too.
Check out the Stop ‘n Know Center to learn more about this area.
Festivals: Sunrise, Sunset Festival
40×30
50×50
20×20
30×20
30×20
Jellyfish Junction
Jellyfish Junction is known for its unique, artistic vibe, attracting not only creatives, but also kayakers and tourists eager to explore.
Visit with Toshie, our Storyteller, to learn more about Gibbi Point Adventure Quests.
Check out Fletcher’s Point and the Lonely Lighthouse, a previous Plumbird hotspot, named for arrow fletching. From Underlight Bay to the This Or That Shop, there’s something new to discover in Jellyfish Junction.
Festivals: Fitness Fest, Glow and Flow Festival
40×30
40×30
30×20
64×64
What are your thoughts on The Sims 4 Gibbi Point World Map? Join the discussion below and stay tuned for more news!
Watch the full gameplay trailer for the upcoming Expansion Pack!
The Sims Team is set to premiere the full Gameplay Trailer for The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Expansion Pack. The premiere is set for 8AM PT / 5PM CET / 4PM BT.
We’ll be updating you on all Gameplay Trailer details and Imaginary Friends tidbits right here on Sims Community.
I asked the community for The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits reactions! Let’s see what the community is saying about the newest additions to The Sims 4. And if they’re worth the hype.
Skepticism About The Expansion Pack’s Concept
EA always skillfully attracts interest in buying the expansion. The expansion includes those objects that the community has been asking for for years. But, unfortunately, I did not see the main concept of the expansion. Vacation? Family? There is no particular smell of adventure.
While many simmers are excited about the new content, not everyone is convinced that the newest expansion pack truly delivers on its title. Some players feel that The Sims 4: Adventure Awaits has long-term requested features; it is kind of hard to determine what the central focus of the Expansion Pack will be. The reveal trailer indicates it could be a variety of different ideas, such as a family-focused expansion, a vacation getaway pack, or is it both?
The uncertainty is echoed even more strongly by some long-time Simmers. One frustrated fan shared, “I have been a loyal Sims player for 20 years. I have never been more disappointed. I have no idea what this is supposed to be. I don’t know the theme here. The game has so many bugs, it doesn’t even run correctly. FIX THE GAME PLEASE!” For some, the lack of a clear direction isn’t just confusing; it adds to the ongoing frustrations about the game’s performance and lingering game issues. This reaction highlights how, for part of the community, excitement over new features is overshadowed by the desire for stability and focus in future packs.
A Sense of Nostalgia and a Return to Roots
While Simmers are (rightfully so) unclear about the pack’s identity, others are excited a very different reason: A sense of familiarity from older games. As Michel (Michel69570926 on X/Twitter) shared: “What I’m most happy about is that the team is maybe starting to go back to its roots. Back to what made us love this franchise. I’m seeing Sims 2 inspiration and hoping for more in future content.”
What I’m most happy about is that the team is maybe starting to go back to its roots. Back to what made us love this franchise. Im seeing Sims 2 inspiration and hoping for more in future content.
This mix of perspectives highlights the unique reactions to The Sims 4: Adventure awaits. While some, like Michel, see Adventure Awaits as a return to our roots as Simmers, others are embracing its variety as a sign of a great expansion! JayJaySimie (JayJaySimie on Twitter/X) expressed their excitement about the freedom it offers.
I'm happy about all the different activities we can do. Build our own playground, we finally get water slides and by creating our own get aways venues, everyone can get something. I'm already planning a senior get away in Mount Komorebi or Sulani
For many Simmers, the chance to customize and design their own getaways feels like a fresh, new realm of creativity in The Sims 4. As Lore Krajsman (liliaeth on X/Twitter) said: “I love that we can create our own style of getaway venues.” This feature could be really open and creative. Maybe it is a feature similar to the date building feature, or even like the Small Business Venue in The Sims 4: Businesses and Hobbies?
I love that we can create our own style of getaway venues
Of course, plenty of players are excited for the variety of new features packed into The Sims 4: Adventure Awaits. One fan summed it up with a long list of highlights, “Imaginary friends, rock-paper-scissors, pool trampoline, spinning classes, night kayaking with firefly shows, functional blenders, customized play areas, hide-and-seek, archery… and I could go on and on!! I already love this pack.”
Final Thoughts
The reveal of The Sims 4: Adventure awaits has sparked a wave of mixed emotions across the community. For some, the expansion represents long-awaited features, nostalgic callbacks, and fresh opportunities to build and play in new ways. For others, the lack of a clear theme and ongoing concerns about game stability has dampened the excitement for some.
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What’s your excitement level for the upcoming Expansion Pack release at the current time? Vote in our unofficial community poll below!
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As we approach the release date of The Sims 4: Adventure awaits on October 2, we would love to hear your thoughts in the meantime. Are you excited to dive into the new features, and/or do you have some concerns voiced by other folks in the community?
Some Of The Communities’ Burning Questions Have Been Answered In An Adventure Awaits FAQ!
Over on The Sims Official Discord server, a new page has appeared that answers some of the most important questions about The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits ahead of the developer Q&A sessions in the coming weeks. There’s plenty of new information to dig into, and if what you’re looking for hasn’t been answered then the upcoming Q&A sessions may help. The Imaginary Friend Q&A will be held tomorrow, September 9th, with Townies & Lore and Getaway Systems Q&As on September 17th and October 1st, respectively. Take a look below at everything covered in the recent FAQ!
The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits FAQ
FAQ In Full!
Take a look at the recently released Adverure Awaits FAQ!
All About Adventure Awaits
When does Adventure Awaits release?
The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Expansion Pack arrives Oct 2 and is available for pre-order.
What’s the world like?
The Adventure Awaits Expansion Pack introduces Gibbi Point, a world full of adventure with three new neighborhoods: Wanderwood Wilds, Crystal Valley, and Jellyfish Junction. Explore unique townies, quests, and a glowing bioluminescent bay. Visit festivals, swim in jellyfish lagoons, or spot the mysterious Plumbird. Each neighborhood offers exciting Getaways: Camp Gibbi Gibbi, Revive & Thrive, and Love Highland.
What’s new and unique to Adventure Awaits?
One of the things we are most excited about in Adventure Awaits is the new level of coming-of-age experiences and childhood development for Sims. Build Entomology, Diving and Archery Skills or play Rock, Paper, Scissors and Hide and Seek with other Sims – even Imaginary Friends! Modular Playgrounds now give Child Sims even more ways to play together and create Formative Moments, making activities and experiences more meaningful and impacting Child Sims’ lives and aptitudes.
Are there new Traits, Aspirations, Skills, and Fears?
Traits:
Competitive – Competitive Sims get a thrill out of challenges and competition. Depending on their level of competitiveness, Sims can be a good sport or go down the path of being a bad sport with unsportsmanlike behavior.
Aspirations:
Cool Kid on the Block – Child Aspiration – This Aspiration encourages Child Sims to be the coolest kid in their neighborhood by completing a list of tasks ranging from having the best collectibles to playing and winning games like Hide n Seek and Rock, Paper, Scissors.
Critter Hunter – Adult Aspiration -This new Nature Aspiration allows entomology aficionado Sims to collect, examine and enthuse about outdoor critters. Sims can use the Butterfly Collection and Papercrafts to complete tasks for this Aspiration and achieve the Critter Enthusiast Trait.
Skills:
Archery – Sims can hone the Archery Skill by using the new archery bow and target objects to practice their aim.
Paper Crafting – Sims who pick up the Paper Crafting Skill can make a paper airplane, make themed cards or tell fortunes with Cootie Catchers as their Skill progresses.
Entomology – As Butterflies flutter about Gibbi Point, Sims can catch the Butterflies with a net, hold them in the new terrariums and raise them in an incubator! Nurturing Butterflies from the caterpillar stage will increase this Skill.
Diving – When Diving Boards are placed near pools, Sims can practice the Diving Skill from Children through Elders and even pick up new tricks along the way!
Fears:
There are no new Fears.
What to Expect in Adventure Awaits
How do Getaways work?
Getaways are customizable experiences for Sims seeking a new thrill, complete relaxation and everything in between! To create a Getaway, select a location or create a Custom Venue for the occasion. Getaways can be scheduled for any length of time, but can also be recurring with a set schedule. Select the number of Sims attending (maximum 8 Sims), then assign roles for each of the Sims. You can also add Role Criteria for the roles assigned to Sims, select Role Activities and set a Role Outfit for each of the Sims. Getaways can also be assigned Challenges and Rules for even more possibilities!
What are Custom Venues?
A Custom Venue is a new Venue type that goes beyond standard Venues (i.e. Bars, Museums) and allows players to set rules and assign roles to Sims for venues.
Are there any new Fitness animations?
Yes! The Adventure Awaits Expansion Pack introduces Free Weights, allowing Sims to do arm curls, teach a Pump It Up class or hire a Pump It Up instructor to guide Sims through exhilarating workouts. They can also use the new Spin Bike to work up a sweat, then make a refreshing recovery beverage with the new Blender object.
Are there any new WooHoos?
Adventure Awaits introduces Water WooHoo, allowing Sims to WooHoo in any body of water, even in the Jellyfish lagoon!
Are there new deaths?
There are no new deaths in Adventure Awaits.
Can all Sims take part in Archery?
Yes! Sims from Children to Elders can take part in Archery. Just place the target down and play through. Your Sim can customize their bows as they increase their skills. A very skilled Sim can even fish using their bow and arrows!
Can Child Sims go Kayaking?
Yes! Child Sims can also fish from Kayaks just like Adult Sims. Kayaks are a solo Sim activity, just one per boat, but you can have multiple out on the water.
Can you catch Jellyfish?
es, Sims can catch Jellyfish in the lagoon at Jellyfish Junction, but not in any other worlds.
Where can you find Butterflies? How many Butterfly types are there?
Butterflies and Moths can be found around Gibbi Point—Butterflies during the day and Moths at night! There are 14 unique species to collect, including a special butterfly unlocked by finishing the collection and placing it in the habitat. You can also raise Butterflies and Moths from caterpillars using the Flutterarium Incubator (found in Build/Buy). As your Sim levels up their Entomology skill, they’ll unlock more options for raising these critters!
More Info Coming Soon
Didn’t find the answers to your burning questions in The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits FAQ? Well, fear not, as Developer Q&As will be taking place with a focus on major features coming with The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits. The Q&As are as follows:
Imaginary Friends – September 9th – 1 pm PT
Townies & Lore – September 17th – 1 pm PT
Getaway Systems – October 1st – 1 pm PT
These Q&As can be attended live over on The Sims Official Discord server, or stay tuned to Sims Community, as we will be bringing you live coverage as it happens!
What are you desperate to know about The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned to Sims Community for all updates and info on The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits!
The rise of retro and mid-century modern furniture pieces is hard to ignore, and is only becoming more and more common both in real life and in life simulations. While The Sims 4 is offering a variety of furniture styles, CC creators are focusing on niches based on current trends; Simspancake, the custom content creator behind The Sims 4 Retail Essentials CC Set, has now released a Sims 4 Retro Revival CC Kit, bringing in some old styles with a shiny polish and fresh coat of paint!
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Installation Instructions
Since this is a custom content set that is mainly focused around Build and Buy Mode items, it is fairly straight forward to install. Make sure to take a peek at our Beginner guide to Mods & CC, but a short run down is…
To add the items to your game on Windows, follow this folder path: C:\Users\[USERNAME]\Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 4\Mods To add the items to your game on MacOS, follow this folder path: Macintosh HD/Users/User/Documents/Electronic Arts/The Sims 4/Mods
Once you’ve downloaded the files, make sure you have an extraction program installed. These can include 7Zip, Winrar, etc. After that, highlight one or multiple zipped/compressed files and select “Extract Here”. Drag the extracted contents to your Mods folder. You can also sort them into their own folders within your Mods folder, but it is recommended to not nest them too many levels deep as it can cause longer loading times, and some CC items stop working when too deep within folders.
Tip: While many creators provide additional files, like .txt/ReadMe, .jpg/.png files, and more, it is best practice to not put those into your Mods folder as they can also lead to longer load times and excessive clutter. Creators will often specify any files that need to be put into the folder, along with where, so primarily focus on .package and .ts4script files!
The Sims 4 Retro Revival CC Kit by Simspancake
Pulling inspiration from real-world mid-century modern and Myshunosun’s official Sims 4 Kit, the Cozy Kitsch Kit, Simspancake wanted to expand on these furniture ideas and sets, both while matching to the kit and the base game. Most of the wood tones are made to match a majority of base game woods, and other popular or common item colors in the game from packs or other items.
This set includes 41 total assets, each asset having 13 swatches between wood and solid color variants. The items are primarily in buy mode with a couple build mode items, and the general goal of this Sims 4 Retro Revival CC Kit is to provide more options for living rooms and dining rooms, but most of the furniture has multiple uses and goes well with other items in the game!
The Creator: Simspancake CC
With how many amazing pieces Simspancake has released so far, we wanted to reach out and get some backstory and more info on his inspirations and plans.
I’ve been playing The Sims since the release of The Sims 3 Into The Future and never stopped. My journey in the CC Creation process started in 2020 during Covid. I always dreamed about it but never tried. I’m also the creator of the CC Pack that allows players to sell furniture in their Small Business, and I’m planning to release more content in the near future.
– Simspancake
Be sure to take a look at our article of Simspancake’s previous custom content kit, The Sims 4 Retail Essentials, reviewed earlier this year in June! It’s a beautiful set with similar themes to this one that also includes overrides and mods for the sale of large furniture pieces! Now, on to the Sims 4 Retro Revival CC Kit overview!
What’s Included?
Build Mode
Going Retro Wallpaper
Building in the Sims 4 can feel repetitive at certain points, but having a new wallpaper has really brought some new inspiration to my builds! I especially love matching it up to existing paint colors in the game to create an accent wall!
Fine Wood Floor
I love the wood tones in this set, especially in the hardwood, because they all match allowing for one swatch throughout, or complementary swatches mixed together to give off a mixed-wood look instead!
Buy Mode
Lighting & Structural Pieces
No to Privacy! Room Divider
The room dividers fit so well to me, more specifically to break up open concept spaces and studio or one bedroom apartments. It especially helps with Tiny Homes from Tiny Living Stuff to separate the living areas!
Golden Years Pendant Lamp (Short, Medium, and Tall) & Retro Floor Lamp
The Golden Years Pendant Lamps, no matter height you choose, provide great lighting for the room and a sweet pop of color matching with whatever color scheme you’re furnishing with, or for a room full of neutrals that needs an accent piece!
Matching well with the ceiling light and other colorful furniture pieces in this set, the Retro Floor Lamps wiggly silhouette is a conversation starter with that can add a bit of mood lighting with its strong downward beam of light.
Dining Area
Dining Table “Simplistic Beauty”
The glass insert in the center of this dining table breaks up the smooth wood grain, providing a contrast that sparks interest and accentuates any centerpieces or table settings.
Dining Chair “Simplistic Beauty”
Retro and sleek, this dining chair is primarily colorful and matches well with the provided dining table, making a comfy but understated seat for your sims to study, do homework, or eat their meals at (if they don’t just autonomously stand next to it…)!
Living Area & Office
Cozy Days Living Set (Couch, Loveseat, Chair)
This couch, loveseat, and chair all match down to the color schemes and decorative accent pillows, but they vary so slightly to make them look more lived in and natural. The cozy blanket on the loveseat looks so perfectly placed and makes it look ready for a family movie night!
Cheap & Old Retro TV
I loved having this little television, and I can already foresee it replacing almost all of the start televisions in the game when I’m building a simple living room or a bedroom. The color swatches and simplistic style make it flexible enough to work with most things, but it is still overall a conversation starter.
Stuck in Retrozone Radio
A nice accent to any study or living room corner, the Stuck in Retrozone Radio has the same swatches as the Cheap & Old Retro TV, and adds a nice pop of color while being a functional little radio for your sims to use.
Living Tables
Wood TV Stand
Perfect for the retro boxy television provided in the pack, a standing flatscreen, or your Rags to Riches PenguinVision Children’s Television Set, this TV stand works seamlessly with the other pieces in this collection and has a little cubby cutout for your Sim’s gaming console, plants, or really anything that you could fit in it!
Wood End Table
With its rounded and smoothed edges, this table goes perfectly when paired in a living room with the Ovoid Beauty Coffee Table, both with the matching swatches and complimentary shapes.
Coffee Table “Ovoid Beauty”
This somewhat egg-shaped coffee table fits lovely with the other wooden pieces, but especially meshes well with the provided end tables and other sleek and smooth furniture pieces.
Wood Hallway Table
Decorating a hallway or entryway can always be hard, but I loved the hallway table to add small pieces of clutter, a plant, a lamp, and to frame it with wall hangings like paintings or family photos.
Shelves
Empty Bookcase
This shelf fits so well with the added decorations and looks great in a study, bedroom, or the corner of living room. I personally love adding in clutter from the base game and packs to customize it for individual sims’ tastes.
Simple Shaped Wood Etagere
The etagere was such a nice piece to fill those empty corners I tend to find in rooms, especially when I don’t want to add a plant to every corner of every room. Using clutter, tiny decor, or just leaving empty space for a bit of realism, it fills space and warms up an area!
Simple Shelf
Super simplistic and modern, the Simple Shelf is perfect for decorative and functional purposes. Needing a place to put your sims extensive snow globe collection, or somewhere to put laundry clutter for your teeny tiny laundry room? Works perfectly either way!
Decorations
Vibrant Retro Curtains (Short, Medium, and Tall)
Having more curtains is something I’m always looking for, especially with the wide variety of windows and doors added along with every DLC dropped for The Sims 4. With both neutrals and vibrant deep colors, Simspancake has created a great accent for any room!
Living Large Rug
While the color palettes for this rug are quite varied, they still work well with almost any combination of items from this set! A nice modern but not busy pattern that pulls a room together, especially when using lots of wood tones.
Window to the Soul Mirror
This mirror is so beautiful – I actually really wanted to add it with some curtains over it to imitate a window, because I love the framing and the mesh overall.
Vintage Clock
Inspired by the super popular starburst clocks of the Midcentury Modern Era, I used this clock in just about every room or area I decorated for this set because I just thought it worked so well; Not too big and not too small, looks good next to posters and photos, and just fills wall space which is all too important in The Sims 4.
Grandma’s Tea Set
A cutesy little accent for your breakfast nook or the corner of your kitchen, this kettle and teacups look modern but also, per the name, like it could be your grandma’s well-seasoned kettle that she’s had for decades.
Bowl with Fruits
A classic bowl of table fruits, with a pottery or ceramic-like bowl to match any of your nearby furniture. The meshes are smooth and the fruits look fresh and juicy, and it adds a great pop of freshness to any room!
Collection of Books “The Avid Reader”
To be paired with the empty bookshelf or even just set up on a desk, I thought these were such a nice piece to add to any room, especially with the little doodle on the end of the smaller book.
Stack of Books “The Pages Lover”
The less organized stack gives off a busy academic vibe, and works well in just about any spot. I liked the idea of them sitting on a dining table next to a group of teens working on their homework, just chipping away before the big exam.
Little Potted Plant, The Cozy Stem Potted Plant, and the Monsteras Arrangement Potted Plant
Having three different plant sizes and varieties makes for a nice hint of nature in each room, pairing well with base game plants and the newer plants added by recent packs for a centerpiece or a corner to a room.
Paintings
Frame A & Frame B, The Art of Nature, and The Awakening of a Flower
Paired with the paintings below for either a formal framed art look or an informal poster look, these frames match both the wood and vibrant color swatches, making for tons of possible combinations.
The Art of Nature, and The Awakening of a Flower
These pieces, while consistent and similar, stand out when you change the swatches and can work for just about any room and color scheme. I’m a big fan of the sheer amount of green in this pack!
Build Inspiration
Example 1: Retro Revival CC Kit + Base Game
This set works together with the base game super easily, and allows for a retro but modern take on a cozy dining room, fit for coffee and gossip between friends. I personally was overjoyed by the wood tones that made everything so easy to match and compare!
Example 2: Retro Revival CC Kit + Cozy Kitsch Kit by Myshunosun
Myshunosun’s Cozy Kitsch Creator Kit and Simspancake’s Retro Revival CC Kit are a match made in heaven. Simspancake specified he was inspired by that kit and wanted to create this set as somewhat of an add-on, but they pair so beautifully together for a sleek and cutesy living room.
Example 3: Retro Revival CC Kit + Businesses and Hobbies
After speaking with Simspancake, he recommended that I look at the swatches and how they work with the recent Business and Hobbies release, and I enjoyed decorating a tiny little Tattoo Studio with the pack and the Retro Revival CC Kit! The colors, even when they didn’t match, were all rich and super complementary, and it made decorating super easy.
Example 4: Retro Revival CC Kit + Tiny Living Stuff
While this combination was a tad harder since Tiny Living actually added less furniture than you would think to the game, the Simspancake assets and combination of other additions created to make tiny spaces more sustainable in the game works so well to design a modern and quirky tiny home for your sims!
The Download!
Simspancake has obviously worked incredibly hard on this set, and it is truly an amazing addition to the game to spruce up your living and dining areas. This CC Set is currently in Early Access up until September 8th, and the link to the Patreon post where it will be available to download is linked below!
What are your thoughts on Simspancake’s Sims 4 Retro Revival CC Kit? Have you taken a look at his Retail Essentials CC Set?
Give Simspancake a follow on Instagram (@simspancake_cc) and on X (@SimspancakeCC) to keep up with his amazing creations! Also, make sure to follow the Sims Community on all platforms to keep up with custom content recommendations and guides!
It Has Been Hinted That The Studio Will Focus On Fixing The Sims 4.
With the announcement of The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits, many are asking the age-old question: What’s next for Sims 4 Expansion Packs? Rumours suggest that this could be the last Expansion Pack release for a while, with the team behind Adventure Awaits shifting focus to a long-overdue Base Game update, including quality of life improvements, system requirement changes, and fixing corruption. Adding weight to this theory, known community member Anadius recently pointed out that the pack version numbers hint that there will be five DLC releases to come before the next Expansion Pack. If the recent roadmap leak is to be believed, these releases will come in the form of Kits.
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The Sims 4 Expansion Pack Number Hints
In a recent post on Twitter, Anadius highlighted that there will be 5 DLC releases between EP20 (Adventure Awaits) and EP21, according to version numbers (1.102 and 1.108, respectively). That gap between version numbers lines up neatly with the leaked roadmap, which lists the Autumn Apparel Kit in October, two Creator Kits slated for November, and two more Kits coming in December. Anadius notes that the order is subject to change and should be taken as an estimate.
In a recent tweet, user SimMattically described Adventure Awaits as “a bit of a curtain call”, suggesting we may not see another major release for a while. When another user (@_trasherFP) replied, hoping that Maxis would use this downtime to “fix the game”, Simattically responded with a winking emoji, a hint that behind-the-scenes efforts might indeed be shifting towards long-requested and long-overdue Base Game updates.
This theory lines up with reports that Maxis has assembled a dedicated team to address bugs, performance issues, and quality-of-life updates. After the Sims 4 For Rent Expansion Pack was discovered to be exacerbating already existing corruption issues, many players have been vocal about wanting the game to be “fixed” and modernised, rather than more content layered onto an already fragile foundation. If true, this break from Expansion Pack releases could give The Sims 4 the refresh many feel it desperately needs.
What Is Planned For The Base Game?
The August 19th Patch for The Sims 4 quietly introduced a “Memory Boost Mode”. A new executable file called ‘TS4_x64_fpb’ was added to the The Sims 4 directory, and could be launched by typing ‘-fpb’ in the launch options via the EA App or Steam. While initially players didn’t understand exactly what this mode does, a comment by Thurask on our article revealed that the new version reduces lag, frees up memory, and helps prevent crashes. Another comment pointed out that when running in memory boost mode, other lots that would appear as their Maxis defaults are now appearing as they should if they have been replaced by custom builds.
With the addition of a 64-bit version of The Sims 4 in 2015, and updates to indoor lighting and effects, perhaps more performance improvements are on their way. The DirectX 11 update in 2024 increased the overall experience for many players on better systems, with improved rendering capabilities. Perhaps focus is shifting internally to address player concerns about the fragility of the Base Game and the longevity of the game if Expansion Packs continue to be released.
What do you see for the future of The Sims 4? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned to Sims Community for all updates on The Sims 4!
New footage of The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits has surfaced!
The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Expansion Pack has been revealed today in the official reveal trailer and blog post. Throughout the official material it was noted that the new Gameplay Trailer will come out on September 10th, 2025.
We already have some new frames / high quality screenshots from said Gameplay Trailer thanks to a report from @lunar_britney, who provided these screens online.
Take a new look at activities such as catching butterflies, hitting a pose while sliding down the pool, water activities for children and custom venue types.
New The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Screens
Interested in more screens and feature information? We’re updating the website on a regular basis with all the latest Sims 4 Adventure Awaits News!
In a surprising turn of events, in the middle of a big Expansion Pack reveal, Electronic Arts has dropped a new Sims 4 Update across PC, Mac and Console supported platforms.
The latest Patch for the game resolves an issue with the newer Pack Disabler feature, where the button would appear greyed out for some players. If you have Mods / CC installed you shouldn’t worry about updating again.
This update was targeted to a specific issue that did not require us to update the current TDESC version, so it should not have any impact on mods.
You can download the latest Sims 4 Update by checking for a Patch through the EA App, Steam or Epic Games launcher for Desktop. If you have Automatic Updates enabled the update will automatically download through your client program. In case your EA App is not working properly ensure you’ve cleared your app cache!
If you play The Sims 4 on Xbox Series X / S and Playstation 4 and 5 you can request a new update by checking for updates under The Sims 4 game in the Main Menu. If you’ve enabled automatic updates the Patch should download right away.
Official Sims 4 Patch Notes
Update 9/4/2025 PC: 1.117.244.1020 / Mac: 1.117.244.1220 Console: Version 2.19
Sul Sul Simmers!
Today’s update resolves the extended length of time the “Confirm” button remained greyed out after players disable packs based on community feedback.
-The Sims 4 Team
Bug Fixes
Base Game
[EA Forums] Resolved an issue where the “Confirm” button remained disabled for far too long after players disabled packs from the pack selection screen.
NOTE: The actual time delay is largely specific to the specs of your machine, though some delay on the Confirm button is necessary to ensure that all selected packs are fully loaded before players can confirm any changes. This delay ensures packs load correctly, which provides a smoother and safer experience for players when managing their pack selections.
The update is around 500MB on Windows PC and Mac.
What’s your experience like with the latest Sims 4 Update drop? Let us know in the comments down below!
The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits has been fully revealed – here’s Everything We Noticed!
In just under a month, The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Expansion Pack will release, marking the 20th major DLC launch for the game over the past 11 years. After many leaks and a brief teaser earlier this week, The Sims team have dropped the reveal trailer for the upcoming Expansion Pack, giving us a closer look at what’s to come.
From kayaking to archery, here are 13 new features, both big and small, that we noticed in the latest trailer!
It’s hard to miss! The new world of Gibbi Point is shown off in all its Kiwi glory. As speculated online, the new world is based on New Zealand, featuring the Takahē bird, lush forests, brilliant geysers, and beautiful mountain ranges. During the countdown, we saw the eruption of one of Gibbi Point’s geysers, and later we saw two Sims taking a selfie in front of it.
The world features three pre-made getaway locations. Camp Gibi Gibi, Love Highland, and Revive & Thrive. Each destination caters to different kinds of Sims. Camp Gibbi Gibbi is the perfect location to send your kids away for the Summer. Revive & Thrive focuses on wellness and fitness. And Love Highland is the destination for those looking for love. You can, of course, create your own getaway in any of the three neighbourhoods and play as you please. Just make sure to stop by the boardwalk festivals.
According to the blog post, the world of Gibbi Point contains three distinct neighbourhoods. Wanderwood Wilds is home to the aforementioned Camp Gibbi Gibbi and features streams and lakes where your Sims can fish or catch new insects, as well as watch the geysers erupt into the sky. Jellyfish Junction is where Sims will take a much-needed break at Revive & Thrive, and your Sims may even get to see some jellyfish up close in the rock pools. The third neighbourhood is Crystal Valley, where romantic Sims will be able to find love as they walk along trails dotted with crystal rock formations.
Swimming Pool Features
We haven’t received all that much gameplay for pools since the introduction of the diving point in Get Together or the pool floats in Island Living. Finally, players who are looking to add a bit more fun to their gardens can add the new diving board and waterslides to their pools. As seen in the trailer, the diving board comes in two different heights, and potentially more to be revealed. Here’s hoping we also see the return of Marco Polo from The Sims 2, known as Tim LeTourneau, named after a former Maxis game developer.
Entomology – The Study of Insects
Previously seen in The Sims 4 Outdoor Retreat, bug catching is now a joint family pastime, and it seems as though all ages will be able to participate. Armed with giant nets, Animal Crossing style, Sims can catch butterflies in the new world of Gibbi Point and display them at home in mesh homes. From the official screenshots, we can also see snails as a new collectable insect. According to the blog post, Entomology is a new skill that our Sims can master by catching and studying insects.
Kayaking – Take To The Waters
It’s been a hot minute since we’ve received a new vehicle type, six years to be exact, with sailboats and jet skis in The Sims 4 Island Living. While not yet confirmed, hopefully these kayaks will be available for use in other worlds with swimmable bodies of water. Kayaking will for sure be a good way of increasing your Sims’ fitness skill level and working on their upper body.
New Careers – Camp Counsellors
There are two new career paths to be discovered in the Park Worker Career. The first is park ranger, I’d take this job just for the hat. The second is Camp Counsellor, allowing your Sims to work at the various getaways and work their way up to becoming camp director and running everything from the top dowm!
Imaginary Friends – Good or Evil
The imaginary friend has been a fan request for as long as The Sims 4 has existed. Last seen in The Sims 3 Generations, this slightly terrifying doll can be brought to life by children and interacted with as you would another Sim, but the friend will only be visible to the child. The blog post states that there are four varieties of imaginary fried with a range of traits and personalities. They can be goofballs, competitive, creative or evil. I’m certain that Simmers will find creative ways to wreak havoc with these demonic creatures.
Modular Playground – It’s About Time
The Sims 4 has been lacking in the children’s playground equipment department, to say the least. There are only so many new swingsets we can receive until it gets stale. Thankfully, the new playground equipment is fully modular, allowing players to create any combination of park they desire.
If you want just a ladder and a slide, go for it! Want to create a 64 x 64 lot that is packed with walkways and tunnels? You can! I personally can’t wait to see what designs players come up with when Adventure Awaits releases.
Kids Activities – Child’s Play
Packs like Growing Together and Parenthood gave us a few new activities for children, but very few that children can do together without relying on gameplay objects. From the trailer, we can see children playing rock, paper, scissors, as well as a very interactive game of hide and seek. One of the Sims featured even hides under a box from the seeker. These activities will be perfect for Children with the new competitive trait!
Alongside playground games, those who prefer the indoors will be happy to see a brand new retro games console, which includes a Pokémon-style Voidcritters game. Children can also work on their mental skills on the new Rubik’s Cube-type object. Sims visiting Gibbi Point will be able to play this new console at the new Boardwalk festival. Children can work on the new papercraft skill, creating items such as paper aeroplanes and fortune tellers.
Customisable Venues – Businesses & Hobbies Nachos
The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies gave our Sims the ability to run custom venues, free from the constraints of the usual lot types. With Adventure Awaits, players can now create fully custom venues that can be moulded in any way they desire. According to the blog post, players can decide what kind of activities Sims visiting will focus on. If you want to build a swimming pool, that is also a library, that is also a bar, you can!
If the three pre-existing getaway destinations don’t take your fancy, try creating your own or downloading another player’s resort from the gallery. The possibilities for your getaway are endless.
Imagine a beachfront lot that serves smoothies by day—yes, this pack has Blenders!—and transforms into a bustling dance club by night. Need some more inspiration for your perfect getaway?
The Sims 4 Lovetsruck trailer catfished us all with a Sim lifting weights and a focus on the gym lot as a hangout. Well, catfish no more, as our Sims can now lift free weights in the gym or at home to get toned in time for their date at Love Highland. Sims can also get their leg muscles moving with the stationary spin bikes. Sims attending Revive & Thrive can participate in spin classes in groups, with an instructor screaming “motivation” in their faces.
Challenge Modifiers – You Have Been Evicted
You are live on Sims TV, please do not swear! Challenges have been a part of The Sims community for decades now. Popular TV shows like Survivor, Big Brother, and Love Island have been popular inspirations for Simmers’ playstyles and online challenges. Adventure Awaits brings this challenge system right into the game, with Sims being able to choose what type of challenges they compete in and who comes out on top. The new challenges include:
Players Choice Elimination
Creative Skills Contest Elimination
Activity Shuffle
Everyone Hates each Other
Cooking Competition
Romantic Competition Elimination
While we don’t know the exact details of what each challenge involves, we do know that almost all of them feature elimination in some form. How our Sims will be chosen for elimination is yet to be revealed, but I’m certain it will bring some drama to the game!
Painting Under Roofs – It’s Been 84 Years
Now this is a minor thing, yes, but to many, this is major! From promo screenshots and the trailer, we can see several roofs that have textures that differ from the usual white under roofs. This has been the bane of many builders’ existence for the past decade, making builds look out of place and sometimes ugly from the inside. This seems like a feature that will come in a pre-release patch for all players, regardless of whether they own the pack.
Blenders & Smoothies – What Even Is Açaí?
Some many see this as just another appliance your Sims need counter space for, but this has been a long-requested feature from many players. A morning smoothie is essential to many health-nuts around the world, blending overpriced frozen fruit and oats as a replacement for breakfast. This appliance is perfect for Sims wanting a break at Gibbi Point’s Revive & Thrive resort!
The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Release Information
The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits is due to release on October 2nd 2025, for both PC and consoles. Those who purchase through November 13th will receive the Warm & Cozy Digital Content, including a deck heater, a kettle, and a cosy pair of socks..
What else have you spotted in the reveal trailer? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned to Sims Community for all updates on The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits!
The big first trailer from The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits has just dropped. Here are all of the Expansion Pack screens from the recent trailer. Including every single important frame and detail that you might’ve missed in the fast-paced 3-minute trailer!
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The Countdown
While we were waiting for the premiere on YouTube to start, we saw this image of the archery target and arrow from the teaser trailer.
It’s such a shame we never get to see the countdowns after the trailer premiere has finished, so we have captured them for you here.
Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Screens
Here are all of the screens taken from this announcement trailer so that you can see all the new features and items in extra detail.
Are you excited for this new pack? With the amount of family gameplay and new activities announced, like archery and kayaking, we’re sure it is going to be a hit with much of the community.
