Check out the official features and images from The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Expansion Pack!
EA has released the official Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Features and Assets. Including the official description, key features, official screens and promotional material such as renders and the cover.
Check out everything we know (officially) about The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Expansion so far. Releasing across Desktop and Consoles on October 2nd, 2025.
The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Features and Screens
Official Features
Time for a Getaway?
New experiences are out there for you to discover – or create! Explore the possibilities of Custom Venues and Getaways. Getaways can last a day or more and be anything from restful to challenging. Schedule activities that’ll help your Sims recharge, and maybe meet new friends. You can even apply rules to your Getaway. For example, Elimination Rules – like skill or relationship gains – will have Sims competing to outlast each other. This’ll be extra fun for Sims with the new Competitive Trait. Build and decorate your unique Custom Venue however you want, decide what kinds of activities are available there, and share it to the Gallery for others to enjoy.
Adventure Starts at Childhood
From camp Getaways to imaginative play: the fun Sims have as kids will set the stage for the rest of their lives. Child Sims can develop new traits by going through Formative Moments, and forge evolving Childhood Sentiments towards Sims they grow up knowing. Customize Modular Playgrounds with slides and activities for a ton of Childhood fun. Kids can challenge each other with games like Hide and Seek or Rock, Paper, Scissors, and even have Imaginary Friends! Choose from four different Imaginary Friend dolls and four different personalities: Goofball, Competitive, Creative, and Evil. These personalities will affect the activities they suggest, so keep those smoke detectors handy!
A Life of Play
The love of play begins during childhood and lasts a lifetime. Sims will have new skills to engage with: Papercraft, Entomology, Diving, and Archery. Make classic crafts like paper planes, catch and raise butterflies, make a splash with new diving boards, and hit the bullseye! These activities are for both kids and grown-ups, as are the Diving Board, Waterslide, and Kayak. Get out there and explore the water! Active Adult Sims will enjoy working out with Spin Bikes and Free Weights, and drinking a refreshing smoothie from the new Blender.
Adventure Around Every Corner
Explore 3 neighborhoods – Wanderwood Wilds, Crystal Valley, and Jellyfish Junction – in the adventurous world of Gibbi Point. There are engaging Sims to meet, quests to uncover, and sights to see including an erupting geyser, a bioluminescent bay, and a lagoon glowing with jellyfish (the locals love jellyfish). Attend festivals on the boardwalk, and start a career as a Park Worker that can lead to working as a Park Ranger or a Camp Counselor. You might even spot the mysterious Plumbird! Each of Gibbi Point’s neighborhoods has its own Getaway – Camp Gibbi Gibbi, Revive & Thrive, and Love Highland – that Sims can jump right into.
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Stay tuned for more information about The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits very soon! What are your thoughts on the latest Expansion Pack? Join the discussion below!
Our First Look at The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Expansion Pack Is Here!
After much rumour and many leaks, The Sims Team have published our first look at the next Expansion Pack, The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits. The full reveal trailer will be released this coming Thursday, September 4th. Unlike previous announcements, this reveal didn’t come with a roadmap of upcoming content. Let’s take a look at the latest teaser!
The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Teaser
The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Roadmap Leaks
The leaked roadmap suggests the pack will launch on October 2nd for PC and console players, with a Gameplay Trailer releasing next week! From the latest teaser, it looks like the pack will be full of new features such as archery, kayaking, and lakeside gym classes.
The Reveal Trailer
The trailer is due to drop this Thursday, September 4th at 4:58PM CET / 7:58AM PT. The trailer will be available below when it drops, and you can join the live chat with fellow Simmers.
What have you spotted in the latest teaser? Let us know in the comments below, and make sure to stay tuned to Sims Community for all the latest on The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits!
It’s pretty safe to conclude now that in a matter of days, The Sims Team will introduce us to The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits. With our ongoing coverage of The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits’ manyleaks, we’ve been eagerly attempting to puzzle out the contents of this pack.
With the revelations from our exclusive look at the official pack materials by our anonymous source, we can glean some ideas, visually, about what this pack may entail. While we don’t currently have the full pack details yet, we can make a series of educated guesses with the information available to us.
Until the official pack announcement, this is all, of course, quite speculative. We’re flying blind here, folks. Though, as always, I hope you’ll enjoy the ride with me as we rip these digital documents to shreds to sate our pre-pack curiosity.
As stated in our previous article, the watermarks on the images we’ve obtained were embedded by our source. We’ll leave it up to you whether or not you agree with the message.
Features we noticed in The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Leaks
So…It’s Camping? Again?
Simmers aren’t unfamiliar with the idea of roughing it; the first game pack, The Sims 4 Outdoor Retreat, took us into the great outdoors in the scenic vacation world of Granite Falls. This pack was very much set within the concept of the “great American campout”; sleeping bags, flimsy tents, log cabins, burnt marshmallows, and all the nature that the US National Park Service has to offer! The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits seems to be within that same vein of rustic camping fun. Though there seems to be a bit of a difference. What’s the difference? Well, let’s dive in and see!
So far, the images we’ve been given haven’t all been sing-alongs around the campfire.
1) Archery
Archery is coming to The Sims 4! The most conclusive piece of information we can gather is from the pack cover. What seems to be a camp counselor (based on the uniform) is instructing a Child Sim how to use a bow. So far, we’re unaware if this skill will be universal across Sim age groups, but we’d certainly hope so.
2) Cootie Catchers
In the section with the camp bunks, we can also see that one child Sim is playing with a “cootie catcher”—a paper fortune teller made by children to divine a variety of things. Hopefully, this will be a fully realized gameplay item as we can see the camp counselor interacting with it as well. Maybe it will be similar to the charm bracelets found in The Sims 4 Growing Together.
3) Critter Carrier
On the table in the foreground of the bunkhouse, we can see an item made of blue mesh. From the handle on the top, and the twig we can see inside, I believe it may be a unique animal collectible! Similar to the unique enclosure of the Death Frog in The Sims 4 Life and Death. An educated guess from the looks of it is that the collectible inside is a caterpillar. It looks very similar to the mesh critter carriers available for catching and observing insects.
If it’s not a collectible, maybe it’ll be similar to the science-based kits where you watch a butterfly’s life cycle by raising a caterpillar through pupation. That would certainly be an interesting new item and would add to the variety of stories Simmers would be able to tell!
But What are The Adults Doing Here?
While the kids in the leaked promo images seem self-explanatory, the adults? Not so much. While it can be argued that they seem a bit asynchronous with the overall 1980s camper vibe you get with the Child Sims, I think they may be two sides of the same coin.
It seems like this may be some sort of “retreat” style camp—on one side, you have the more “traditional” camp experiences for Child Sims, but on the other? It seems to be a luxury style “glamping” excursion. In theory, that means your Sim’s children will be off doing fun, tropey camp activities while they hit the gym, or, from what we see in the promo images, find them a new step-parent. #justsimmerthings, am I right?
4) New Exercise Equipment
It’s been a long while since we last received a new piece of machinery for our Sims to work on their Fitness! The Elliptical bikes shown are certainly mainstays at modern gyms. Along with what seems to be a (now) fully functional hand weight rack!
The blond Sim on the elliptical in the gym scene seems to be experiencing a new moodlet based on using this particular piece of equipment.
5) A New Appliance
In the very back of the gym scene (yes, waaaaay back there), you can see a female Sim pouring something from a pitcher into a cup. While we do have a variety of drink sets available in-game from previous packs, you may notice there seems to be a base to that pitcher! So our Sims may eventually be getting a Blender to add to the appliances in their kitchens!
6) Waterfront Housing
This is a bit of a difficult spot, but waaaaay in the back in the outdoors scene with the adult Sims, you can see what appears to be a dock! With the building so close to the water, there’s the possibility that it’s attached. So we might be seeing the first instance of waterfront housing in-game since The Sims 4 Island Living.
7) The Return of the Imaginary Friend?
Finally, the biggest revelation from this leak—the possible return of Imaginary Friends! First introduced in The Sims 3, this mysterious plush toy is received via mail from a distant relative when a Sim is newly born. The Imaginary Friend then goes through all stages of life with its Sim friend, aging up from a somewhat inanimate plush doll to a fully mobile magical automaton.
If the Imaginary Friend is well-loved and becomes a Good Friend with its assigned Sim, then you have the opportunity to make them into a real boy! Currently, we aren’t 100% on whether or not these dolls are a new incarnation of the imaginary friend. Though from their inclusion in the pack cover art, they’re most certainly going to be one of its core features.
What did you think about this breakdown? Are you excited for The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits, or are you going to give this pack a pass? Please let us know in the comments section!
With thanks to my wonderful colleague,nooboofever, for their help with the creation of this article.
“Therefore, another prologue must tell he is not a lion.”
Like many, I’ve been quite enjoying my time with The Sims 4 Enchanted by Nature. The expansion’s mix of whimsy and charm has me as delighted as I am excited with the much-needed reintroduction of Fairies back into our available occult rolodex. While this in itself is obviously a great addition to The Sims 4’s gameplay loop, I was also charmed as ever to see the reintroduction of yet another classic The Sims 2 family—the Summerdreams.
Based on the iconic play ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ by William Shakespeare, this High Fae family has been a consistently whimsical staple of the franchise. Appearing as “fairies” in The Sims 2 long before the actual addition of Fairies as an Occult life state in The Sims 3. The Summerdreams are adjacent to the core drama of the very much Shakespearian Veronaville neighborhood. With their young son, Puck, having a crush on Hermia Capp. Younger sister of Juliette Capp, who, along with her beau Romeo Monty, sit at the core of the ‘hoods terse feud. I don’t think I have to tell you what this storyline is inspired by, do I?
In their initial iteration, the Summerdreams played as normal Sims but, “in the fiction” of the game’s lore, they were fairies of the High Fae court. With The Sims 4 Enchanted by Nature, this historically fairy family is once again playable, and rightfully in their full Fairy glory. While, of course, they were also playable in The Sims 3 Supernatural, but their status as homeless Townies didn’t rightfully play onto their significance, nor their noble origins. Fairies of the High Court should be befitted an estate most noble. Especially Fairies as storied and steeped in history as that of the Summerdreams.
The general approach of this lookbook is two-fold; re-imagining the family as they were at their debut, but with a modern twist inspired by their historical roots. Because I believe if you decide that two Sims are royalty? They need to look it! Also, I am a massive literary nerd, so this is right up my alley.
This lookbook will be CC-free and composed with a small number of packs so that you can recreate them in your own game. I hope you’re able to find inspiration with these Sims-spearian looks for your next foray with Fairies!
The Sims 4 Enchanted by Nature Lookbook
“Ill met by moonlight, proud Titania.”
A Fae Queen of the High Court is many things—vain, obstinate, powerful—but most of all? She’s fashionable. In her long, soft green shimmering gown with a throat adorned with jewels this queen most certainly rules. Was that a rhyme? Well, this article is Shakespeare themed.
Hair: Wavy Bun (Enchanted by Nature)
Full Body: Tiered Gown (My Wedding Stories)
Shoes: Strapped Pumps(Basegame)
Makeup: Lips, Eyeliner, Cheeks, Full Face (Essential Glam Kit) / Eyelashes (Basegame)
Accessories: Earrings (My Wedding Stories) / Necklace (Enchanted by Nature) / Crown (Enchanted by Nature) / Long French Tip Nails (Basegame)
“What, jealous Oberon!”
The historical Fae King Oberon is known for his quick-temper and somber demeaner. Oberon, the Sim Fairy, however? Not so much. But we can certainly bring some drama and intrigue into his life with this dark, mysterious attire. Everyone loves a Sim in black (or dark blue!) so he’ll definitely be the talk of the court by his softer, pastel-aligned wife’s side.
Hair: Wild Dreads (Life and Death)
Tops: Peasant Shirt and Vest (Life and Death)
Bottoms: Feathered Pants (Enchanted by Nature)
Shoes: Boots (Life and Death)
Makeup: Lips, Eyeliner (Basegame)
Accessories: Choker (Enchanted by Nature) / Earrings, Ring (Basegame)
“Gentle Puck, come hither.”
Puck? Well…he’s Puck. Mischievous, dry, and not one to abide something so banal as a “dress code” when it comes to attending the Fae Court. No, your man, Puck? He’s a jeans sort of guy. Tastefully rolled so that his hooves have room to move, of course. The one rule he follows is wearing a shirt…but only barely, as you can see.
Hair: Braided Side-Shaved (Businesses and Hobbies)
Tops: Tossed Top (Enchanted by Nature)
Bottoms: Cuffed Jeans (Businesses and Hobbies)
Shoes: Satyr’s Hooves (Enchanted by Nature)
Makeup: Lips (Essential Glam Kit) / Eyeliner, Full Face (Enchanted by Nature)
Accessories: Horns (Enchanted by Nature) / Layered Necklace (Businesses and Hobbies)
“Bless thee, Bottom! Bless thee!”
Bottom is most definitely not at the bottom of this list because her look. No, Bottom is at the bottom because if you were to see her streetwear inspired Fae glam at the top? Well, then you’d possibly get distracted from Titania’s quiet elegance. Not giving the High Queen her due is, well, quite dangerous. So we made sure you appreciate Bottom’s righteous kicks and flowing skirt after you’ve appropriately approached the Queen and did the good and proper 12 step greeting…which you totally did, right? Right?
Hair: Glittery Boxbraid Half-Pigtails (Enchanted by Nature)
Tops: Tied Croptop (Discover University)
Bottoms: Butterfly Maxiskirt (Enchanted by Nature)
Shoes: Hightop Sneakers (Discover University)
Makeup: Lips, Eyeliner, Cheeks, Full Face (Essential Glam Kit)
Accessories: Fairy Glasses (Basegame—Nature’s Calling Event reward), Medium French Tip Nails, Layered Bracelets, Striped Socks (Basegame) / Key Necklace (Enchanted by Nature)
With thanks to the talented CC creator Helgatisha for the poses used!
Has Enchanted By Nature brought your creativity to bloom, or would you have preferred that we’d weeded out these looks? Let us know down in the comments section!
If you’re looking to refresh your Sims’ living spaces, custom content (cc) sets are a great way to add unique furniture and décor, and so we have pulled together a catalogue of living room assets we think you will love. Good living room cc is an absolute must for any player.
This collection is made up of 40 Sims 4 living room cc sets and items following the Maxis Match style – meaning it matches cartoony/stylised look of The Sims 4 instead of realistic textures.
To make sure as many people as possible can download our featured collections, we have included links to download content via CurseForge where possible. You can also find more from the creators from the buttons under their images.
The Sims 4 Living Room CC Packs and Sets
All of these custom content sets and links are working at the time of publishing this collection.
Download safely
Any time you download files from online you should do it as safely as possible and proceed with caution. Always have an up to date antivirus, don’t extract files straight into your mods folder, and remember that Sims 4 custom content files should only have the .package or .ts4script extensions.
Modern Classic Living Room
Created by SixamCC.
Sixam CC is a well known creator of custom content for The Sims 4 and has created this collection of modern items with a classic twist.
The angular sofas and modern chandeliers paired with the classic stone fireplace and intricately designed ornaments go together beautifully.
This collection also contains two wallpapers, a coffee table, a mirror, a loveseat and end sofa, lots of lighting options, and decorative blankets, vases and candles.
This collection of smaller items has been created and curated by HeyHarrie and uses real-life images of interior design for inspiration.
Included in this set is a sofa, loveseat, two armchairs, footstool, two coffee tables, side table, lamp, candle holder with and without candles, metal teapot and cups, paintings and a rug. There are more than enough items to match any living room!
This second HeyHarrie collection takes inspiration from cook, designer and author Athena Calderone.
Simmers can expect to find in this collection a sectional sofa, two coffee tables, two end tables, a sideboard/TV unit, a pouffe, two cushions and a floor lamp.
Another gorgeous collection from SixamCC is this wooden living room collection.
This set contains a variety of items, including a sofa, loveseat, living chair, cushions, magazine racks, numerous lighting options, bookshelves, storage chests, a coffee table, a hallway table, two end tables, and a Plumbob mirror. It even has new staircase covers!
House of Harlix is the joint project of two creators, Felixandresims & HeyHarrie, and is a great place to find top-quality custom content.
This is the second part of their Orjánic collection, featuring lovely living room furniture and accessories. It includes a new sectional sofa and chaise lounge set in 24 different swatches, as well as a sofa and loveseat with detachable cushions. It also includes a variety of tables, shelves, mirrors, plants, décor, and curtains to suit every wall height.
Everyone needs a solid set of basics, and this living room cc by Ravasheen and Summerr Plays provides exactly that.
In this set, you can expect to find two sectional sofas, a coffee table, bookshelves, two paintings with lots of swatches, decorative pillows, books, rugs and a fireplace.
This simple living room cc set from Syboulette came to be when they were making their spa custom content, and adds intriguing shapes and textures to everyday items.
This pack contains an armchair, loveseat and sofa with 8 swatches, a coffee table, decorative blankets and pillows, plants, a rug, paintings, and a moving mobile.
The aptly named living room cc set by CharlyPancakes is full of sofas that you just want to slouch down into.
Each of the 5 sectional sofa items comes in 24 swatches with plain and patterned options. The set also comes with a woven-style rug, a coffee table, and a side table.
Another gorgeous collection from Syboulette is this millennial living room cc set.
Designed to fit perfectly in a student living space or first home, this set includes a sofa, pouffe, coffee table, shelves, lamp, TV stand, and various decorative clutter items.
This collection was inspired by the coastal town of Brindleton Bay and would be a perfect fit for any home.
This collection features a sofa, couch, armchair, coffee table, side table, wall art, wallpaper, standing and hanging photo frames, pillows, five different book stacks/rows, and a decorative lighthouse.
This Boho-inspired pack contains a whopping 80 different items, ranging from decor and furniture to electronics.
Whilst this pack also includes bedroom furniture, the living room items included are a leather sofa, loveseat, hanging chair and armchair, an antique rug, coffee tables and side tables, and numerous plants.
This cute living room cc set is such a breath of fresh air and would be perfect for any room that needs a splash of colour.
This vibrant set includes a sofa, loveseat, armchair, curtains, wall art, shelves, two coffee tables, lots of desk/table clutter, two TVs, floor art, and decorative cushions. After playing with this set I now also use the daisy cushions in all of my kids bedrooms too!
With its comfy sofas, wall photos, and realistic clutter – like jeans and shirts thrown on the couch, as well as socks on the floor – it’s easy to picture this set in the living room of a young adult who has just moved out of the family home.
As well as the sofas and clothing clutter, this collection includes wall art, a coat rack, a fridge, a functional vinyl player and a screen projector TV.
This living room cc set made in collaboration with well-known creators LittleDica and Deligracy is basic chic and has all the living room essentials you need.
The set includes a sectional sofa and chaise set, living chair, ottoman, mirror, coffee tables with nesting slots for the ottoman, sideboard, clutter/decorative items, shelves, and a decorative wire kangaroo, as well as floor, wall and ceiling lights.
In addition to being a collaborative project among different creators, many of the items were also named by popular Sims personalities, such as Lilsimie and Rishella.
This mid-century modern inspired collection is a perfectly retro addition to any custom content showcase.
Simmers can find in this set a new sofa, armchair, coffee table, end table, TV stand, wall art, lamp, and – the star of the show – a retro TV with a round screen.
This is a gorgeous living room cc set by SixamCC which is sleek and glamorous.
Included in this collection are two chaise lounges, two sofas, a coffee table, a fireplace, a console, a bar cart, a coat rack, lamps, wall decor, a mirror, and lots of alcohol themed decorative items.
Everything in this pack is base game compatible apart from the bar cart, which requires Vintage Glamour to be functional. If you don’t have Vintage Glamour there is a version which is only decorative.
Personally I have been using Perism cc for a long time and I’m a big fan of the David’s Apartment collection, so I had to feature the living room cc set from this here.
This collection contains a sectional sofa, armchair, shelving, coffee table, end table, clutter items, wall art, and new lighting options.
This is a lovely rustic living room cc set by Pierism, which includes 26 new items. This is part three in the Oak House collection, and focuses specifically on the living room.
Items include a sofa, coffee table, two fireplaces, wall art, plants, decorative cushions, and lighting options.
This living room cc pack is a beautifully minimalist addition to this list, with simple designs and muted tones that can match any build.
You can expect to find 22 different items in this pack, including a sofa, loveseat, armchair, coffee table, curtains, ceiling lighting for each wall height, flowers/plants, wall art, a mirror, a cabinet, and two doughnut lamps.
Stylish living room items are an absolute must, and this living room cc set oozes luxury loft vibes with its leather seating, contemporary art, and simple colour palette.
This set includes 15 new items, including a new sofa, living chair, speaker, rug, end table, console table, wall and floor art, large and small coffee tables, and a new lamp. It also includes a new concrete-look wallpaper.
After playing with this cc set for a while, I can honestly say that all of my luxury apartments have at least one of these items.
A solid set of items with basic swatches is a must for any builder, and this gorgeous collection of living room cc by Quirky Introvert could easily slot into any starter home or neutral space.
The collection is made up of 14 items and includes a sofa, loveseat, armchair, footstool, coffee table, end table, shelving unit, side table, floor lamp, ceiling lights, decorative flowers, and a ‘mug on books’ clutter item.
This living room collection is perfect for an alternative build – whether you are building a home for a vampire or renovating the Goth house.
This set has 12 items including a sofa, armchair, two coffee tables, two mirrors, a rug, a wall clock, two mirrors, a candelabra, a decorative chalice and bird cage, and two decorative cushions.
This set is perfect for a quirky living room or maybe a seating area in a small gallery or museum.
In this set you can find a sofa, loveseat, armchair, coffee table, end table, TV stand with detachable shelving, floor lamp, wall art, decorative flowers, and a shelving unit with lots of slots.
The creator describes this set as ‘wabi-sabi’ – an aesthetic that values imperfection, put simply – and you can see that through the imperfect circles and strewn pillows. Imperfect or not, I think we can all agree it looks great.
This collection contains 8 items – a sofa, coffee table, rug, wall art, room divider, mirror, and hallway table.
The living room is the heart of any family home and this cc pack focuses on everything a busy family would need in their living room, from plush sofas and armchairs to functional toys and pet beds.
As well as those, this set includes wall art, plants, lots of cushions, throws, a lamp, a rug, stacks of books, and pet bowls.
The cushions and throws also work on other sofas, which is a huge plus.
This is a set to add a little seating area in a music studio or creative Sim’s office space, but I use the album posters and armchairs in studio apartment builds quite often.
As well as the armchair this set includes an end table, plant, console table, stereo and two lamps. The album artwork also comes in tons of swatches.
This spooky set delivers on a mix of autumnal cosiness and Halloween vibes. It’s perfect for scary movie nights after pumpkin carving or trick-or-treating.
Included in this living room cc are pillows, blankets, a coffee table, a console table, a sofa and an armchair.
This rattan living room cc set could fit perfectly into any holiday/beach home or stylish courtyard.
This collection contains a sofa, loveseat, armchair, end table, coffee table, room divider, mirror, wall art, shelves, decorative plants, decorative pillows, smart speaker, and also a matching bed.
Peacemaker said they were going for a living room cc set with contrasting colours that hit you in the face – and they did not disappoint.
This set contains a sofa, loveseat, armchair, coffee table, end table, sideboard, sculptures. decorative cushions and throws, as well as lots of wall and floor art.
With Scandinavian influences and muted wood tones, this collection is packed with living room cc items that could belong in any Sim’s home.
The staggering 60-item set includes ten different seating options, a huge collection of clutter items, wall art, tables, plants, shelving, and a framed TV.
This Bubblegum set has a playful, pastel aesthetic with a soft, feminine vibe. The vintage items, such as the gumball machine and the radio, also help give it a retro touch.
As well as the in this collection are a loveseat, armchair, speaker, coffee table, console table, calendar, mirror, wall art, wall light, candles, console table, and decorative clutter.
A punk-inspired collection with paint splatters and scuffs, perfect for any dive bar, music lounge, or grunge-inspired living room.
In this set, you’ll find a sofa, loveseat, armchair, coffee table, lamp, and end table – all splattered with paint, though there are some plain swatches of the seating. The collection also includes a new lamp and a magic 8-ball rug.
Decorate your Sims’ home to celebrate Love Day in style.
As well as the more risque items like handcuffs and a used ashtray, this collection contains a loveseat, ceiling light, rug, wall art, mirror, dining table, dining chairs, and lots of different clutter.
This living room cc set is perfect for any aspiring band’s basement living space.
In this pack you will get a sofa, armchair, loveseat, trunk coffee table, foosball table (requires get together), drinks tray (requires spa day), guitar, and drum end table.
This living room collection is perfect for any home that wants the edge of dark academia without losing the relaxing vibe of a cosy living room.
This set includes a sofa, loveseat, armchair, footstool, coffee table, two accent tables, two bookcases, decorative pillows, rug, wall art, candles, and an oil lamp.
A collection so sleek and refined I can only assume it was inspired by the infamous Judith Ward. This pack truly exudes luxury living space.
In this set you’ll find a sectional sofa and chaise lounge, an armchair, end tables, coffee tables, lots of books, bookshelves, table cluter like vases and small paintings, and a huge fireplace with a frame TV that slots into it.
This collection from Peacemaker is pastel perfection and creates a calming yet cheerful atmosphere.
This pack includes a sofa, loveseat, two armchairs, coffee table, end tables, console tables, wall art, floor art, ceiling lights for all wall heights, lots of plants, decorative pillows, and a blanket that fits over the arm of the sofa and armchair.
This set of 28 new living room cc items inspired by the iconic Bubble sofa from Roche Bobois – a famous French furniture company. It’s playful pop-art décor is perfect for fun-loving household.
This set includes a sofa, loveseat, armchair, sectional shelving/TV stand, a small retro TV, plants, wall art, ceiling lights for each wall height, lamps, and even new windows.
As simmers we’re incredibly fortunate to be part of such a creative and talented community, and we’re constantly inspired by the amazing work being shared online by custom content creators. While we would love to feature everyone, we’re only able to highlight a limited number of creators at a time.
Everyone’s taste in custom content is so individual, so I’d love to know some of your favourite living room cc pieces – feel free to comment them below!
The first look at Adventure Awaits Expansion Pack gives a glimpse at the new Family gameplay coming. Including Archery, a new World and possibly Imaginary Friends as a new occult. Although not officially confirmed yet.
Yesterday, we received an anonymous e-mail from a user with, what appears to be, a temporary email account. The images they provided look real and match the first cover art leak.
Still, the apparent leaker also wants to get a message across. “Before everyone gets it I wished people would stop buying new packs and reconsider it, demanding the foundation to be fixed” – stated the new anonymous leaker in an email to us.
Which is why you’ll also see a very specific watermark across the leaked footage material. The watermark states “don’t buy packs for a broken game”, with what appears to be official screen showcase and cover art for The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits.
First Feature Screen for The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits
The first feature screen for The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Expansion showcases three different sceneries / stage setups.
The first with a couple of Sims meeting up in front of an outdoorsy venue. The second frame showcases Sims using new gym equipment, including the new dumbbells (as seen in promotional footage for The Sims 4 Lovestruck EP) and new indoor bike cardio stations. The third frame shows child Sims having fun in a Summer-camp themed bedroom. Filled with bunkbeds, new recipes and toys.
Take a look yourself in the first feature screen below:
Official Cover Render
The anonymous leaker also sent the widescreen version of The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Cover Art. Including a clearer look at the new world coming with this Expansion Pack release.
What we know about The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits
The official full features and information about The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Expansion still wait to be revealed. However, with the first leak for The Sims 4 Roadmap for September to December 2025, we can assume what the rollout of information for this pack is going to look like.
Please note that all dates and info mentioned below are subject to change.
The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Information Roadmap
September 4th: The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits EP Reveal
September 10th: The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits EP Gameplay Trailer
September 23rd: New The Sims 4 Event Begins & Base Game Update (Pre-EP Launch)
October 2nd: The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits EP Launch
Embark on life-changing adventures where children discover new hobbies through recreation and exploration activities that shape their future interests. Create your own sleepaway camp with beaches, lakes, rivers, and pools, where kids can socialize, play, and learn new skills under the care of lifeguards, camp counselors, and babysitters. Dive into endless water activities, uncover camp myths, discover new creatures, make lasting friendships, and develop hobbies to share with the whole family.
I’m mentioning this in the final aspect of the article to warn players that Sims 4 Surveys can contain multiple information and suggested themes and features. That doesn’t mean that they might end up in the final version of a product, or in this case, the final version of The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits.
Keep your expectations set and wait for more information about the pack before drawing a conclusion about what the pack might include!
What are your thoughts on everything that’s been leaked and shown for The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Expansion so far? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned for all the latest Sims News & Updates!
It may have released over a decade ago, but The Sims Team isn’t slowing down production of The Sims 4 DLC in the slightest. With the leaked roadmap showing what’s coming for the rest of the year, we now know this will be the most expensive year for players in terms of DLC releases.
However, I wouldn’t be surprised if this record is beaten again next year. And the year after. And so on.
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The Sims 4 DLC Releases Per Year
Take a look below to see the release history and future schedule of The Sims 4 DLC and the cost per year for players.
2015
Pack Title
Release Date
Price (USD)
Outdoor Retreat
January 13
$20
Get to Work
February 4
$40
Luxury Party Stuff
May 6
$10
Perfect Patio Stuff
June 16
$10
Spa Day
July 14
$20
Cool Kitchen Stuff
August 11
$10
Spooky Stuff
September 29
$10
Get Together
December 8
$40
Year Total:
$160
The Sims 4 DLC count for 2015:
Expansion Packs – 2
Game Packs – 2
Stuff Packs – 4
Kits – 0
2016
Pack Title
Release Date
Price (USD)
Movie Hangout Stuff
January 12
$10
Romantic Garden Stuff
February 9
$10
Dine Out
June 7
$20
Kids Room Stuff
June 28
$10
Backyard Stuff
July 19
$10
City Living
November 1
$40
Vintage Glamour Stuff
December 6
$10
Year Total:
$110
The Sims 4 DLC count for 2016:
Expansion Packs – 1
Game Packs – 1
Stuff Packs – 5
Kits – 0
2017
Pack Title
Release Date
Price (USD)
Vampires
January 24
$20
Bowling Night Stuff
March 29
$10
Parenthood
May 30
$20
Fitness Stuff
June 20
$10
Toddler Stuff
August 24
$10
Cats & Dogs
November 10
$40
Year Total:
$110
The Sims 4 DLC count for 2017:
Expansion Packs – 1
Game Packs – 2
Stuff Packs – 3
Kits – 0
2018
Pack Title
Release Date
Price (USD)
Laundry Day Stuff
January 16
$10
Jungle Adventure
February 27
$20
My First Pet Stuff
March 13
$10
Seasons
June 22
$40
Get Famous
October 9
$40
Year Total:
$120
The Sims 4 DLC count for 2018:
Expansion Packs – 2
Game Packs – 1
Stuff Packs – 2
Kits – 0
2019
Pack Title
Release Date
Price (USD)
StrangerVille
February 26
$20
Island Living
June 21
$40
Moschino Stuff
August 13
$10
Realm of Magic
September 10
$20
Discovery University
November 15
$40
Year Total:
$130
The Sims 4 DLC count for 2019:
Expansion Packs – 2
Game Packs – 2
Stuff Packs – 1
Kits – 0
2020
Pack Title
Release Date
Price (USD)
Tiny Living Stuff
January 21
$10
Eco Lifestyle
June 5
$40
Nifty Knitting
July 28
$10
Journey to Batuu
September 8
$20
Snowy Escape
November 13
$40
Year Total:
$120
The Sims 4 DLC count for 2020:
Expansion Packs – 2
Game Packs – 1
Stuff Packs – 2
Kits – 0
2021
Pack Title
Release Date
Price (USD)
Paranormal Stuff
January 26
$10
Throwback Fit
March 2
$5
Bust the Dust
March 2
$5
Country Kitchen
March 2
$5
Courtyard Oasis
May 18
$5
Dream Home Decorator
June 1
$20
Cottage Living
June 22
$40
Industrial Loft
August 26
$5
Fashion Street
October 5
$5
Incheon Arrivals
October 5
$5
Blooming Rooms
November 9
$5
Modern Menswear
December 2
$5
Year Total:
$115
The Sims 4 DLC count for 2021:
Expansion Packs – 1
Game Packs – 1
Stuff Packs – 1
Kits – 9
2022
Pack Title
Release Date
Price (USD)
Carnaval Streetwear
February 3
$5
My Wedding Stories
February 23
$20
Decor to the Max
March 21
$5
Little Campers
May 26
$5
Moonlight Chic
May 26
$5
Werewolves
June 16
$20
High School Years
July 28
$40
First Fits
September 1
$5
Desert Luxe
September 14
$5
Everyday Clutter
November 10
$5
Pastel Pop
November 10
$5
Year Total:
$120
The Sims 4 DLC count for 2022:
Expansion Packs – 1
Game Packs – 2
Stuff Packs – 0
Kits – 8
2023
Pack Title
Release Date
Price (USD)
Bathroom Clutter
January 19
$5
Simtimates Collection
January 19
$5
Growing Together
March 16
$40
Basement Treasures
April 20
$5
Greenhouse Haven
April 20
$5
Book Nook
June 1
$5
Grunge Revival
June 1
$5
Horse Ranch
July 21
$40
Modern Luxe
September 7
$5
Poolside Splash
September 7
$5
Home Chef Hustle
September 28
$10
For Rent
December 7
$40
Year Total:
$170
The Sims 4 DLC count for 2023:
Expansion Packs – 3
Game Packs – 0
Stuff Packs – 1
Kits – 8
2024
Pack Title
Release Date
Price (USD)
Castle Estate
January 18
$5
Goth Galore
January 18
$5
Crystal Creations
February 29
$10
Party Essentials
April 18
$5
Urban Homage
April 18
$5
Cozy Bistro
May 30
$5
Riviera Retreat
May 30
$5
Lovestruck
July 25
$40
Artist Studio
September 19
$5
Storybook Nursery
September 19
$5
Life & Death
October 31
$40
Cozy Kitsch
November 14
$5
Sweet Slumber Party
November 14
$5
Year Total:
$140
The Sims 4 DLC count for 2024:
Expansion Packs – 2
Game Packs – 0
Stuff Packs – 1
Kits – 10
2025
Pack Title
Release Date
Price (USD)
Casanova Cave
January 16
$5
Comfy Gamer
January 16
$5
Secret Sanctuary
January 16
$5
Business Chic
January 30
$5
Refined Living Room
January 30
$5
Businesses & Hobbies
March 6
$40
Sweet Allure
April 10
$5
Sleek Bathroom
April 10
$5
Kitchen Clutter
May 1
$5
Restoration Workshop
May 1
$5
Golden Years
May 1
$5
Enchanted by Nature
July 10
$40
Grange Mudroom
August 21
$5
Essential Glam
August 21
$5
Adventure Awaits
October 2
$40
Autumn Apparel
October 9
$5
At Least 2 Creator Kits
November 6
~$10
At Least 2 Kits
December 4
~$10
Year Total:
~$205
The Sims 4 DLC count for 2025:
Expansion Packs – 3
Game Packs – 0
Stuff Packs – 0
Kits – ~17
Overall Results
The Sims 4 DLC count overall:
Expansion Packs – 20
Game Packs – 12
Stuff Packs – 20
Kits – ~52
With the wording of the upcoming road map that has leaked, we know for sure that The Sims 4 DLC will include at least 5 more kits this year. Only one of them is named, Autumn Apparel, with the others just being labeled as upcoming “creator kits” and “kits” respectively. Since they’re each plural we know we’re getting at least two more of each, maybe more.
No matter how many kits release on November 6th and December 4th, it’s already the most expensive year for The Sims 4 DLC by far. And we’re not counting The Sims 1 + The Sims 2 Rereleases which came out this year. Nor the MySims Cozy Bundle which was released for PC.
Love it or hate it, The Sims 4 is here to stay for the foreseeable future with no signs of slowing down. Quite the opposite, actually.
What are your thoughts on 2025 delivering the most expensive year for Sims 4 DLC? Join the conversation below and stay tuned for more updates on Sims Community!
The Sims 4 For Rent Corruption Bug Is Widely Reported, But It’s Not Entirely True
The Sims 4 For Rent Corruption has been the topic of conversation on the lips of Simmers for what feels like an eternity, but with the internet being an echochamber of misinformation, the truth of what is going on can be hard to pinpoint. The truth is, there are many factors. Corruption is not new to The Sims franchise. The Sims 2 was infamous for save game corruptions, the causes of which can vary. The case is very much the same with The Sims 4. Let’s take a look at what is happening and how you can best avoid it.
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The History Of Save Corruption
As previously mentioned, the concept of save, or game, corruption isn’t new. The Sims 2 has an infamous history with corruption, and its own set of misinformed reasons for corruption alongside it. Players online often touted deleting deceased Sims’ gravestones as a reason for a save file corruption; however, the issue is much deeper than that. The Sims 4 saves all your information into one file; The Sims 2, on the other hand, saves every bit of information about a save into its own file. The Sims populating the world? Their own file. The lots in the neighbourhood? They have their own file too. One corrupted file can cause the entire save to become unplayable over time.
The Sims 3 also had its fair share of corruption issues. The inability to save results in the “Error Code 12” pop-up, being unable to load into households, and not being able to save households to the family bin. There are a lot of things that can go wrong. Being an open-world game, NPC Sims going about their lives at the same time as your active household can cause a number of issues. Modders such as Nraas have created mods that have become a necessity for many players to avoid errors that can lead to corruption.
Corruption In The Sims 4
While not new, the concept of corruption was new to many players after the release of The Sims 4 For Rent Expansion Pack, due to the pack’s features amplifying the issue. The Sims 4 For Rent adds the ‘Residential Rental’ lot type to the game, allowing players to split a single lot into up to 6 individual units (up to 94 units with cheats). Unaided by cheats, this could mean up to 48 Sims living on a single lot. Information saved, such as Sim data, lot information, and object count, can all contribute to the risk of corruption, which is how it has become so synonymous with For Rent.
The issue of corruption isn’t a new one. Save game corruptions have been an issue plaguing the game since launch, and as the game continues to grow and save files need to write more data, the issue persists and amplifies. Players may run into various error codes, such as Error Code 140 caused by outdated mods, or Error Code 111, which is caused by Rabbits from Cottage Living. You can find an exhaustive list of known Error Codes over on Crinrict’s website.
What Does Corruption Look Like?
Save corruption in The Sims 4 isn’t always dramatic at first. In many cases, it begins as small, strange behaviours that build over time. Unlike a simple bug, which might be fixed by resetting a Sim or repairing the game, corruption tends to spread and worsen until the save becomes unplayable.
Many symptoms of corruption can include:
Lots outside the active lot will appear empty, or as the default lot that shipped with the world.
Save corruption doesn’t usually stem from one isolated bug; it’s the result of different systems colliding and overwhelming the game’s ability to keep track of everything. The Sims 4 has been expanding for almost a decade, and as more content is added to the base game, the strain on its save system increases.
There are a few identified causes of save corruption, the most notable being too many Residential Rental units with the use of The Sims 4 For Rent. Take a look at some of the possible causes below.
Long-running saves. As file sizes grow, the likelihood of corruption increases. The more Lots, Sims, relationships, objects, photos, events, milestones, etc, the more data needs to be saved.
Updates that patch existing bugs may inadvertently cause new issues within the game.
Running outdated mods on newer saves can cause corruption.
Similarly, running newer mods on outdated versions of the game can also cause corruption.
Force-quitting the game or shutting your system down while saving can cause only partial data to be saved.
Too many Residential Rental lots can inflate a save file size, leading to errors.
Multiple lots with too many objects/too much use of the Move Objects cheat.
Ultimately, corruption happens when the game’s fragile save structure can’t reconcile all the moving parts. For Rent hasn’t created the issue, but it has amplified it; its new rental and housing systems add even more complexity to already heavy save files.
Is The Sims 4 For Rent To Blame?
After the expansion launched, players began sharing reports of long-running saves suddenly becoming unstable, failing to load, or breaking beyond repair. While For Rent didn’t create the problem, its timing and the scope of its new features have made it the prime suspect.
At the heart of the issue is how much For Rent adds to the game’s already fragile framework. The expansion introduced multi-unit Residential Rental lot types, allowing players to have up to 99 units per save file, adding to the amount of save data that needs to be written. For players who have been running the same legacy family or long-running save for years, this extra weight often becomes the tipping point.
This isn’t without precedent. Other expansions have destabilised saves in the past, including The Sims 4 Get To Work, in which players experienced crashes and errors caused by the Scientist career lot, as well as retail progress not being made and sold items reappearing without the need to restock. Where past packs tended to break one or two aspects of gameplay, For Rent interacts with almost every household and lot in a world. That makes any instability far more likely to snowball into full-blown corruption.
How Can I Prevent Corruption?
While there is no guaranteed way to prevent corruption in The Sims 4, players can take some steps to reduce the risk and protect their progress. The key is to not rely on a single save file, but create backups, manage mods and CC, and play wisely.
Quick tips on how to protect your saves:
Create new saves – Don’t overwrite saves. Go to Menu (…) > ‘Save as’ > then click ‘Add New Save’. This way, you have backups and can play rotationally.
Create backups – Copy your Sims 4 saves folder (Documents > Electronic Arts > The Sims 4 > saves) and save it either locally on your PC/Mac, or on cloud storage.
Update mods and CC – Before installing a new update, make sure to back up all mods, saves, and tray files. Once the game has updated, re-enable your mods and check the mod authors’ page to see if it has been updated for the latest game version, or if any conflicts are known.
Update the game – Some players choose not to update their game; however, you must make sure not to install mods intended for the latest version, as this can cause corruption.
Build/Download wisely – Some builders on the gallery don’t optimise their builds with the intent of it being playable. This can lead to a large object count, all of which the game has to save. Try playing with lots that are optimised for gameplay and that are routable for Sims.
When Will Corruption Be Fixed?
As previously established, there is no one reason for a save being corrupted, only reasons for its acceleration. The save bloating caused by Residential Rentals is currently under investigation by the dedicated bug-fixing team over at Maxis; however, it is tricky for them to pinpoint due to the sandbox nature of the game, with players choosing to play their games in a variety of ways.
We’ve received questions from players with concerns about the For Rent Expansion Pack and save file issues in The Sims 4. Today we’re sharing a detailed update on this, but here’s a quick TLDR;
We’ve fixed 29 community-reported issues on For Rent, and have 37 currently under investigation, with 11 requiring more info from players. 2 of those issues are related to save file concerns, with a combined total of 222 votes from players. We have a partial fix currently identified for the issue with the most votes, and will share updates as we have them.
For save file issues more broadly, we’re currently aware of 6 issues that players correlate with save corruption. Our investigations show this is a complex situation; it’s not a single bug and given the huge variance in devices, setups, packs, and other factors, will continue to require thorough investigation by our team. We’re committed to tackling this, and any detailed reports players can share will really help us progress.
Corruption in The Sims 4 has long been a constant threat, but the release of The Sims 4 For Rent has highlighted just how fragile the game’s structure can be. For players with long-running families and saves full of builds, the risk is real, and the consequences can be devastating. While the expansion itself isn’t solely to blame, its multi-unit residential rentals that have pushed many saves to the breaking point.
The good news is that with careful habits such as rotating saves, regular backups, updated mods, and cautious play, players can significantly reduce their risk of losing years of progress. In the end, corruption serves as a reminder of how much players invest in their stories and worlds, and why protecting those creations should remain a priority. For now, awareness, preparation, and caution are the best tools we as Simmers have to keep our saves safe.
Have you run into save corruption? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned to Sims Community for all the latest on The Sims 4.
It seems the main render of The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits has leaked.
We got a news tip from a user @FoxyDanie on X, who provided an image of, what appears to be, the main cover of The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Expansion Pack.
From the cover, we can speculate that the next Sims 4 Expansion Pack will feature a new world with natural springs, archery, and possibly imaginary friends?
The announcement of the next Sims 4 Expansion Pack is imminent. When do you think the Pack will be announced?
The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits is the 20th Expansion Pack for the series, retailed at $39,99USD (or a price equivalent to your local currency). The rumored release date is October 2nd, 2025.
Last night, the official EA App program updated its The Sims 4 store page with a new segment talking about the next Sims 4 Roadmap. Captured by @EvanLe24 on X, the newest Leak talks about an Adventurous new Expansion Pack, several new Kits and a limited time event “all about Childhood”.
Let’s see what the leak covers:
Check out the new roadmap for The Sims 4
Escape? Or Escapade? Adventure is around every corner with a new expansion, new kits, and an event that’s all about childhood. What memories will you make? Sim It and See!
The official link to the Roadmap is currently linking to a 404 page. However, we know by the URL that the official name of this Sims 4 Roadmap is called “Escape? Or Escapade”.
Thanks to the EA App leak, we now also know that the new Sims 4 Limited Time Event starting September 23rd (or sometime around that) is related to childhood.
What’s in that Roadmap screen?
Several interesting elements can be found in the new, higher quality Roadmap screen. We can see an illustration of an activity that looks like butterfly catching, shooting arrows at a target and several cutesy bears that look like they came from a child’s imagination.
What’s coming to The Sims 4 from September to December 2025
Now that the leak confirms The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits, as well as the upcoming Sims 4 Roadmap, we can safely assume that the leaked Sims 4 Roadmap is true. Here’s what you should expect for The Sims 4 from September to December 2025, according to the original leak.
Know that some things, including the time mentioned in the Roadmap leak are subject to change. Considering that the roadmap was initially planned to be released on August 26th, according to the first leaks.
The Sims 4 Roadmap from September to December 2025
September 2025
September 4th: The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits EP Reveal
September 10th: The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits EP Gameplay Trailer
September 23rd: New The Sims 4 Event Begins & Base Game Update
October 2025
October 2nd: The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits EP Launch
October 9th: The Sims 4 Autumn Apparel Kit
November 2025
November 4th: New Sims 4 Event Ends & Base Game Update
November 6th: New The Sims 4 Creator Kits
December 2025
December 2nd: The Sims 4 Base Game Update
December 4th: New the Sims 4 Kits
What do you think about the new Sims 4 Roadmap leak? Are you looking forward to the full reveal of The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Expansion next month? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below and stay tuned on Sims Community for the latest Sims 4 News!
Today, EA released an official statement about the feedback from players about the concern of Sims 4 Save File corruption, as well as the state of The Sims 4 For Rent Expansion Pack.
“We’ve fixed 29 community reported issues on For Rent, and have 37 currently under investigation, with 11 requiring more info from players. 2 of those issues are related to save file concerns, with a combined total of 222 votes from players. We have a partial fix currently identified for the issue with the most votes, and will share updates as we have them.”
The investigation for fixing the Sims 4 For Rent continues. Until then, here’s how you can help close down the chapter of corrupted save games in The Sims with the official thread from EA:
The Sims 4 Save File Corruption and For Rent Issues: Statement from EA
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Sul Sul Simmers,
We’ve received questions from players with concerns about the For Rent Expansion Pack, and what we’ve been doing to tackle save file issues in The Sims 4.
To address this community concern, we’re providing an update below on:
For Rent issues we’re currently investigating
Current issues with The Sims 4 that might impact saves
How we prevent issues before release
What to do if you’re experiencing serious issues with your game
Nothing is more important to us than the performance of our game and players’ enjoyment of it, and we’ve been investigating these issues thoroughly before providing an update. What we discovered is this is not a single bug, and given the complex variance in devices, setups, packs, and other factors, it’s required extended investigation. With this being shared, let’s dive in.
For Rent: Known Issues
We’ve fixed 29 For Rent issues that the community has reported, and as of August 26, we’re tracking 37 others across 2 different statuses.
26 Issues Currently Being Investigated: This means we’re aware of the community report and it’s going through our internal processes. This can become a lengthy process that ranges from trying to replicate the bug to identifying the cause, working on a fix, testing the fix, or scheduling an update for the fix to come. Our team will share updates as the work continues.
11 Issues Require More Info: This means we’re unable to make progress on this issue until we get more specific information from players who are experiencing it. Save files with the issue occurring is the most helpful for our teams, and you can learn more about how to report issues further down this post.
For Rent: Save File Issues
Of these 37, we’re currently aware of 2 issues commonly associated with save corruption that players are experiencing:
We’ve identified a partial fix for this issue and will provide an update once we have more information about the scale of the fix. We won’t mark this as fully resolved until we’re confident we’ve fixed the issue as described by players in this post.
White screen when loading the world, with 39 votes.
We’re tracking this across PlayStation 4 and looking for more reports.
If this is not your experience with For Rent, and you continue to face issues that specifically relate to this pack, we’d like to receive the info needed to investigate further. If you recognize an issue you’re facing, please drop a comment or a vote – it really helps us prioritize what to tackle next. If your For Rent issue is not listed here, please start a new post here so we can investigate it.
The Sims 4 Save Issues
Let’s look at what issues are impacting save files on The Sims 4 more broadly.
A most severe issue would be if The Sims 4 game is completely unable to be opened and does not launch. We currently have zero confirmed reports of this; if any players are experiencing this, please leave a comment here so we can help troubleshoot.
The next type of serious issue is when a player is able to load the game, but unable to load their save. From what we’ve found in our investigations so far, we’re currently aware of 6 issues that players correlate with save corruption, and this is where we’re investing our focus to resolve.
The game loads up initially, but then the player is unable to make further progress. This could mean a player sees a white screen, or the game crashes, the player gets stuck in infinite loading, or receives an error message that prevents them from being able to play that particular save file.
Players report seeing a Load Error 800/801 while playing the game, with 44 votes. We’ve been trying to reproduce this issue internally with no success, and are looking for save files that exhibit this issue. If you’re experiencing this issue please share your save file in the EA Forum linked above.
The game and save file loads, but the player reports that things are broken, which typically means builds/lots, items and/or Sims are missing.
It’s important to note that just because these issues are not unique to For Rent, they may have connections to For Rent that could be uncovered during investigation. You can expect us to share updates as we find them.
We’re committed to continue investigating these issues and work towards making progress, alongside shipping fixes for other top community concerns. We aim to deliver updates quickly, once we have new or helpful information, to keep players informed of our progress.
Keep reading to learn more about how our team works behind the scenes to identify and address player issues.
Investigating Game Issues
Before we release new content, we complete compliance tests across platforms and multiple levels of quality verification, including playtesting with The Sims team and a paid group of experienced Sims players from the community.
We’re unable to recreate every potential Sims scenario across the different combinations of packs, playstyles, and devices before launch. Once it’s been released, we utilize player feedback to understand what issues are being experienced, by how many people, and any patterns of what might be causing them to aid our resolution.
Another variable is if players use Mods and Custom Content (CC), as we’re unable to test against those in our pre-launch testing. Some mods come with permissions that modify save file structure, which can have unintended consequences out of our control. We have best practices for mod players here, which include disabling mods before any update, and we do our best to let modders know when to expect a base game update via our roadmaps. We also share our TDESC (Tuning Description) files via Discord to help with their updates, as that provides essential information for understanding and modifying data like field names and options.
Reporting Game Issues
If you’re experiencing something that’s impacting your ability to play the game that’s not on these lists, we want to hear about it. If you’re unable to get your The Sims 4 game to load or have a save file that you cannot open anymore, we want to hear from you and review that save file. We’ve created this new thread for any reports that the game is not functioning as expected, as we want to capture the full situation.
Fixing old issues and addressing new ones are both equally important to our team and to players. While many players continue to play without interruption, we understand experiencing these issues is frustrating, and we remain committed to making progress against them. Plus, we’ve seen players ask for information on how to back up save files and improve the overall game performance, which we’ll be sharing soon.
What are your thoughts on the official statement for The Sims 4 Save File issues and the glitches with For Rent? Share your thoughts in the comments and make sure your voices are heard in the official EA Forums reports thread!
A Complete Guide to the Life Stages and Their Lifespans in The Sims 4!
The Sims 4 is an immersive life simulation game that lets you create and play with Sims of various life stages, from Newborn to Elder. You decide the length of the lifespans in your game, and you decide how you play!
The Sims 4 Life Stages and Lifespan Guide
Life Stages in The Sims 4
There are eight total life stages in The Sims 4, allowing you to play along with your Sims from the very beginning to the very end. Your Sims will naturally age up based on the Lifespan you choose in Game Options, or you can bake a cake, click on it, and choose one of the many interactions it offers to Age Up.
Stages of life
Short Lifespan
Normal Lifespan
Long Lifespan
Newborn
0.5 day
1 day
4 days
Infant
2.5 days
5 days
20 days
Toddler
3.5 days
7 days
28 days
Child
7 days
14 days
56 days
Teen
10.5 days
21 days
84 days
Young Adult
14 days
28 days
112 days
Adult
21 days
42 days
168 days
Elder
7 days
14 days
56 days
Total
66 days
132 days
528 days
The Sims 4 Life Stages and their lifespans
Did you know we didn’t always have the Toddler or Infant Sims 4 life stages? These were introduced as free Base Game Updates, with the Toddler life stage released on January 12, 2017, and the Newborn life stage released on March 14, 2023.
Infant
The Sims 4 has little bundles of joy that need love and care, just like real life! The Newborn life stage is a quick and cuddly time in any Sim’s life. The number of days in this stage of life will be determined by the lifespan you choose, but it will always be the quickest. Your Newborn Sim will spend this time either in their bassinet or in a loved ones arms, so you don’t have to worry about losing your baby on the ground anymore (sorry previous Sims games, I do love you).
Needs & Traits
Newborn Sims are not playable, and they do not have an interactive Simology panel. Their Needs seem to quickly deteriorate, so it is important to keep an eye on your little one. Newborns will get hungry require diaper changes, and spend a lot of time sleeping. This leads me me to believe their main Needs are Hunger, Bladder, Hygiene, and Sleep.
Social Interactions
Teen Sims and older can take care of Newborn Sims’ Needs with several interactions, such as Change Dirty Diaper and Bottle Feed. The Newborn Sims’ biological mother is able to Breast Feed their baby as well.
Sims ages Child and older can also build relationships with Newborns through interactions like Talk and Cuddle. Newborns can also grow up early with the bassinet’s Age Up interaction.
Infant
If you thought the Newborn stage was stressful, let me introduce you to The Sims 4 Infant life stage. These cute and squirmy little infants sure do require a lot of care and attention, and good luck if they’re twins!
Needs & Traits
Infants have the basic Needs of Hunger, Bladder, Hygiene, Attention, and Sleep. These Needs tend to drain quickly and require a lot of attention to keep them filled.
At this stage of life, your little Sim is starting to show some personality through their one Personality Trait. Infants can have one of the following personality traits: Sensitive, Sunny, Wiggly, Calm, Cautious, or Intense.
Social Interactions
Social interactions with Infants typically center around the baby’s growth and development. Older Sims can help your Infant achieve important milestones through interactions such as Tummy Time Together.
Toddler
The Toddler Sims 4 life stage brings lots of learning and messes. Toddlers love to follow older Sims around, learning how to crawl and walk as they try to catch up, and practice their creativity by splattering paint on the ground. It’s a fun and colorful time in a Sim’s life.
Needs & Traits
Toddlers have the same basic Needs as Infants. These bundles of joy rely on older Sims for their Needs, but they can learn the Potty Skill to tend to their own Bladder Needs.
When a Sim ages up from an Infant to a Toddler, you can pick from the following traits: Clingy, Charmer, Inquisitive, Silly, Independent, Fussy, Angelic, and Wild.
Social Interactions
Toddlers, like Infants, spend a lot of their social life focusing on learning fundamental skills. Older Sims can use interactions like Teach to Walk and Teach to Talk to help their kid excel as a Toddler. Toddlers also love to play with items like toys and dollhouses.
These young Sims have the Help social interaction category, letting them ask older Sims for food, a drink, and a bath.
Child
Childhood is full of wonder and imagination. At the Child stage of a Sim’s life, they have truly grown into their budding personality and are ready to take on the new challenges of school, friendship, and more.
Needs, Traits, & Aspirations
At the Childhood phase of life, Sims unlock the full Need panel that they will carry with them throughout their life. This includes Bladder, Fun, Hunger, Social, Energy, and Hygiene.
When a Child ages up, you will get the option to choose their Trait and corresponding Aspiration. Aspirations are introduced at this stage of life, giving your little one their first goal to work towards in life. Children have specific Aspirations, such as Slumber Party Animal and Whiz Kid.
Social Interactions & Friendship
With Childhood comes the magic of playgrounds, friendships, trading cards, and making crafts. While Sims can start forming friendships from the Newborn stage of life, Children can start working on their lasting friendships and making fun memories at sleepovers.
Children unlock the Mischief social interaction category and no longer have the Help social interaction category.
School & Afterschool Activities
Child Sims have to go to school in The Sims 4. School will require your Child to do homework and projects, and getting good grades in grade school will help them out when they get to high school.
At this stage of life, Children can join the Drama Club or the Scouts if they’re interested in an afterschool activity.
Rules for Young Sims
While Infants and Toddlers can’t die in The Sims 4, Child Sims and older can. Child Sims can die from fire, drowning, exposure to extreme temperatures, spoiled Pufferfish, a meteor strike, or Rabid Rodent Fever.
Sims ages Child and younger can not die from starvation, and will instead be taken by child services. This will result in the removal of all children ages Child and younger from the household.
Sims ages Child and younger can not live alone. If the older Sims die or are otherwise removed from the household, this will likely result in all children ages Child and younger being removed by child services.
Teen
From acne to heartbreak, Teenage Sims go through all the ups and downs we see in real-life adolescence. Teens Sims have to balance grades, relationships, mood swings, and more as they gear up for their Adult years.
Traits, & Aspirations
When aging up from Child to Teen, Sims unlock a plethora of new traits and Aspirations. Many of these are available to Young Adults, Adults, and Elders, but there are a few Aspirations exclusive to the Teen life stage.
The Teen Aspiration category has four Aspirations to choose from: Drama Llama, Goal Oriented, Live Fast, and Admired Icon.
Social Interactions & Budding Romances
Teen Sims have matured enough to unlock almost all of the adult social interactions, but there’s still plenty of room to grow. At this age, Sims can use a lot of the same Mischief, Friendly, Mean, and Funny interactions, with a few extras like the Enthuse about Candy and Talk about Favorite Animal Friendly interactions.
A big change from Child Sims to Teen Sims is unlocking the Romance social interaction option. Teens can romantically interact with other Teen Sims to start their romantic journey in life. While they aren’t old enough for all of the Romantic social interactions, they do unlock the ability to Mess Around and even Exchange Promise Rings.
High School
Like Children, Teens can go to school and will have homework in The Sims 4. If you have The Sims 4: High School Years, your Teen can drop out or graduate early if they decide school isn’t for them! Teens can also get expelled from school if they skip school or have consistently bad grades.
Part-Time Jobs & Afterschool Activities
Teenagers are unique in The Sims 4 because they can have part-time jobs or join afterschool activities. These help your Teens learn important life skills, earn money, meet new friends, create important milestones, and even look great on a college resume.
Moods Swing and Looks Change
At some point in their lives, teens experience mood swings and even puberty. These sims can get into negative moods and phases, making it difficult for them to complete tasks or feel themselves for hours or days. Try paying attention to what they want to help calm them down.
Teen Sims also unlock most of the same clothing, hair, makeup, and other Create-a-Sim items that are available to Young Adults and older.
A Fully Expanded Simology Panel
Teenage Sims unlock the fully expanded Simology panel. This includes their Traits, Balance & Imbalance, Luck, Preferences, Relationship Preferences, Milestones, Lifestyles, Public Image, and Neighborhood Action Plans. Teens also have the Character Values visual in this panel.
Young Adult & Adult
The Young Adult and Adult Sims 4 life stages are the most extensive and allow your Sim to fully unlock their world. With the ability to start new jobs and careers, go to college, expand the family, and more, these Sims can finally embark on their own life! Many of these carry on into the Elder stage of life as well.
Traits, & Aspirations
Young Adult and Adult Sims unlock the full list of Traits in The Sims 4 and have access to dozens of Aspirations they can work towards throughout their lives. Aspirations include things like Public Enemy, Appliance Wiz, and Bestselling Author.
Social Interactions and Relationships
Along with the general conversation and social interactions all Sims Teens and older can use, Young Adult and Adult Sims can discuss their relationships on a deeper level. The ability to discuss personality quirks and attraction is available at these life stages, allowing older Sims to create personal boundaries and learn about others.
In The Sims 4, relationships can become more permanent during the Young Adult and older phases of life, with the ability to Move In, WooHoo, Try for a Baby, Propose, Get Married, and Get Divorced. These interactions will change the course of your Sim’s life and can help add some much-needed drama to any storyline.
The saying goes, “First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes a baby in a baby carriage…” But this does not have to be the case in your Sims’ lives. The Sims 4 allows Sims aged Young Adult to Adult to have a baby in several different ways, no matter the stage of the relationship they are in.
Sims can use the Try for a Baby interaction to make a baby the old-fashioned way, or go another route. Use the phone or computer to Adopt a Baby, Have a Science Baby as a Single Parent, or Have a Science Baby with a friend or romantic partner. Any of these options will make your Sim a parent just the same.
College and Careers
If you have The Sims 4: Discover University, the Young Adult life stage in The Sims 4 unlocks the ability to go to college and earn a degree, letting your Sim start their career a few ranks higher than normal. Sims ages Young Adult and up can enroll in university at any time.
At this age, Sims can now focus on their career (if they choose). The Sims 4 has several ways to make a living, ranging from self-employed to Astronaut. How will your Sim make their Simoleons?
Deaths
While Teens can die from many of the same fates, it is important to note that Young Adults, Adults, and Elders can pass away in The Sims 4. These untimely deaths can be Death by Fire, Death by Electrocution, Death by Cow Plant, and many, many more.
Elder
Elders are special Sims who have lived long lives and still have much to experience. This life stage includes the same Needs, Careers, and Aspirations, while making a few social changes. Elders can bestow wisdom on younger Sims and make preparations for their afterlife. Sims that are biologically female will not be able to Try for a Baby at this stage of life.
Nearing the End of Life
As Elder Sims outside of your household near the end of their life, your Sim will receive notifications letting them know they should reach out to say their final goodbyes. With The Sims 4: Life and Death, Elder Sims will tend to start preparing for their end of life. Elders will have wants such as Start a Will, and can start their Will by clicking on themselves.
Expanding Lifespans in The Sims 4
While our Sims have the ability to live long and fulfilled lives, there are several ways to give them even more time in their Sim world.
Aside from becoming an Occult Sim, Sims can extend their lifespans by earning the Long-Lived Aspiration Reward Trait, by drinking the Potion of Youth, or by drinking the Potion of Immortality.
Your Sim can also choose to continue their life in the Afterlife as a Ghost Sim. Ghost Sims have different Needs, powers, and gameplay.
What is your favorite of The Sims 4 life stages? Do you like to play on the short, normal, or long lifespan? Let us know in the comments below!
Simmers In The UK Will Be Excited To Know That The Sims Primark Collaboration Is Coming Soon!
The Sims merchandise will finally be available to UK Simmers for affordable prices in one of the region’s most popular clothing retailers. While only listed on the UK storefront, that isn’t to say the collection won’t make its way to the other 16 countries home to the discount brand (Penny’s for those in the Republic of Ireland). The collection so far consists of pyjamas, socks, and t-shirts, all listed in women’s sizes. That is not to say that those of other gender identities won’t fit.
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What is included in The Sims Primark Collaboration?
Take a look at the collection below, including sizes and prices!
The Sims Crew Socks
£4.99
Build your own Sim outfit from the feet up with this three-pack of The Sims crew socks. With rib cuffs offering a secure fit, each pair is decorated with unique Sims-themed designs, from the iconic “Sul Sul” greeting to the Plumbob logo – there’s even a fun nod to the Motherlode cheat code on the sole of one pair. Why not wear them with low-rise trainers and sneakily show off your love for the simulation game? Yibs!
Level up your lounge time with this playful The Sims boyfriend pyjama set. Made from soft cotton, it comes with a long-sleeved, button-up shirt and relaxed-fit trousers – both covered in colourful icons like strawberries, smiley faces, hearts and the iconic Sims plumbob. The collared shirt has red piping for a classic finish, while the comfy bottoms are perfect for chilling or drifting off. With its relaxed fit and bold all-over print, this set brings a fun twist to your sleepwear game.
You’ve hit the nightwear jackpot with this one, no cheats required! This Sims PJ top is the perfect pick for fans of the beloved video game series. With short sleeves and a cropped baby tee silhouette, its classic white backdrop is oh-so-easy to style. But the star of the show, of course, is the design on the chest. Here, you’ll find a green plumbob icon, joined by “MOTHERLODE” in embroidered lettering, offering a fun nod to the infamous in-game “get rich quick” command. Worn with the complementary PJ bottoms and fluffy slippers, you can look forward to playing out your favourite storylines in, (our opinion), Sim-ply fabulous sleepwear.
After a hard day’s work of fast-forwarding through errand runs and cooking up a storm, what better way to unwind than in these dark green The Sims pyjama bottoms? Cut to a wide leg silhouette for an ultra-breezy feel, they’re designed with a stretch waist and covered in green plumbobs. Perfect for settling in to start up a new neighborhood or wearing while you’re jamming to the Simlish music remixes (we know you do!), they pair perfectly with fluffy slipper socks and your favourite dressing gown. Bringing these PJ bottoms home via Click and Collect? In the queue of things to do!
Say Sul-Sul to your new favourite nightwear duo! This Sims pyjama set will be a great accompaniment to chilled-out evenings spent setting up happy families in the EA gaming classic. It features a boxy-cut short sleeve top with a graphic front, starring the iconic Simlish greeting, plumbob outline and franchise logo. The complementary stretch-waist shorts are also covered in plumbob silhouettes – we feel they’re a reflection of your mood when you saw these PJs! Wear them with slippers while you’re designing dream homes down to the last perfectly placed plant, or when you’re deleting the pool ladder while your Sims swim (we saw you do it, don’t lie).
When will The Sims Primark Collaboration be available?
The site currently lists all items as out of stock and unavailable for Primark’s click & collect service, which is available in major outlets across the UK. This is common with branded collaborations as stores begin building their stock up before the official launch. The same happened with Primark’s collaboration with Wicked last year, with the site listing items before available.
One of our writers here at Sims Community, Bonehilda, spoke to a manager in a local branch about The Sims Primark collaboration. The manager explained that the larger city-based stores will receive a portion of the collection first before it is available in stores in smaller locations. Click and collect is your best bet before in-store stocks run out.
Where to buy?
The Sims Primark collaboration can be found by searching “The Sims” on the Primark website or using our handy button below! You can also find a number of other gaming brands at Primark, including Minecraft and Sonic the Hedgehog. Here’s hoping there is more Sims content to come!
Are you going to be purchasing anything from The Sims Primark collaboration? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned to Sims Community for all thelatest on The Sims franchise!
InZOI is fixing the big Island Getaway rollout with 2 game patches.
InZOI has rolled out two game updates, shortly after the release of the first big InZOI Patch on August 20th. The last big patch, released August 22nd, addresses numerous fixes and improvements to the game.
Plus, the InZOI development team has provided their own version of an InZOI Laundry List. Or known game issues and glitches in InZOI for the month of August.
Find the latest InZOI Update Patch Notes and Known Issues List down below:
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Day 0 InZOI Update Hotfix
◆ Hotfix Details
◽️ Patch Date: August 20th, 2025
◽️ Game Version:
Windows PC Steam : 20250820.6849.W
Mac Steam : 20250820.6851.M
Mac App Store: 20250820.6850.M
Bug Fixes
Fixed an issue where “Deliver” could not be used at the Resale Store
Fixed an issue where Zoi could not move if the purchase popup was quickly closed with the ESC key during the “Purchase” interaction
(Mac Only) Fixed an issue where the Canvas in-game browser’s detailed post page displayed abnormally
(Mac Only) Fixed an issue where the applied resolution was not set correctly on first game launch or after resetting options
Day 2 InZOI Update Hotfix – August 22nd, 2025 Patch
◆ Hotfix Details
◽️ Patch Date: August 22th, 2025
◽️ Game Version:
Windows PC Steam : 20250822.6919.W
Mac Steam : 20250822.6920.M
Bug Fixes
Gameplay
Fixed an issue where Zoi could occasionally not be selected or certain interactions were unavailable
Fixed an issue where abnormal screens were temporarily displayed or the City Map screen repeatedly appeared during City Trips.
Fixed an issue where Zoi, the Resale Store owner in the traveled city, did not appear after City Trips.
Fixed an infinite loading issue when attempting City Trips after pressing the City Map shortcut key (M) while the City Trips popup was open. → In addition, pressing the ESC key will now close the City Trips popup.
Fixed an issue where Zoi would not move when continuing a game saved during the “Deliver” interaction in the Resale Store.
Fixed an issue where some interaction icons did not appear during the Turtlebot Race at the Cahaya Resort.
Fixed an issue where the time-skip popup did not close and repeated infinitely when continuing after saving during a traffic accident.
Build
Fixed an issue where placing stairs also created a hole on the upper floor.
Fixed an issue where the new background was not applied when entering mannequin appearance editing in the Build Studio.
Fixed an issue where funds would go into negative values when expanding a swimming pool without sufficient funds.
Character
Fixed an issue where infants occasionally displayed abnormal appearances during adoption.
Mod
Improved detection and automatic disabling of incompatible Mods
List of Known Issues in InZOI for August 2025
The InZOI Forums has updated their list of known issues and game glitches. See all the acknowledged reported issues down below. You can report the issues you encounter in the [Bug Reports] or [Technical Help] Forum channels.
Gameplay
When a child Zoi ask to do laundry, children’s clothes are not washed. (8/22)
At the ‘Bumi Indah House’ property, when a child Zoi asks to do laundry using the washing machine, the message ‘Another Zoi is using it’ appears even when it is not in use. (8/22)
Some text is intermittently displayed in Korean. (8/21) → For translation-related issues, please refer to the official website announcement.
The remaining freshness time is not displayed for fish items.
Rotten fish can still be placed in aquariums.
When cooking with a large tomato, ingredients are consumed but cooking does not proceed.
If a Zoi gets into a traffic accident involving a motorcycle, the other driver’s outfit may suddenly change.
If the game is saved during a traffic accident and reloaded, the time skip pop-up may not close and repeat indefinitely.
The “Skip” button does not appear during the childbirth cutscene.
Infinite loading may occur if the Edit City shortcut (M) is pressed while the city travel pop-up is active.
When traveling between cities, abnormal screen display or repeated edit city screens may occur. → This issue may occur when you switch to another household in the destination city and then attempt to travel to a different city.
In Cahaya, objects placed on decks in the ‘Air Asri House’ and ‘Bumi Indah House’ become unselectable.
Character
When a male Zoi wears swim shorts, underwear is also visible. (8/21)
Build Mode
The floor up/down buttons intermittently do not work after placing a property preset. (8/22)
When moving a wall placed on the 2nd floor or above, the preview appears higher than intended, preventing proper placement. (8/22)
When deleting an entire room in Build Mode, furniture is sent to the inventory instead of being sold. (8/22)
Light leaks through building walls. (8/21)
The “Reset Property” function does not allow restoration to the last saved property. → This feature is temporarily disabled as of v0.3.0 for game stability.
If a pool is expanded with insufficient funds, the balance may go negative. → Once negative, pool expansion/shrink functions become unavailable.
(Mac Only) When deleting the entire property in Build Studio, the floor flickers. → The flickering is resolved if you cancel the delete.
UI
When multiple reward pop-ups appear at the same time, they may overlap.
Some dialogue icons in the “Conflict” category are missing in romantic relationships.
Turtlebot race interactions at the Cahaya Resort are missing certain interaction icons.
Crash
Some Creators have reported that the game immediately crashes upon launch.
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. Below are two potential solutions:
Workaround 1: Clear Shader Cache
If a PSO cache pop-up appears, please click ‘Yes’ to delete the cache. The game will automatically restart after the cache is cleared.
Note: This will delete shader cache for all games, not just inZOI. As a result, the next time you launch other games, they may take longer to load as the cache is rebuilt.
Workaround 2: Remove Mod Files Temporarily
If the game crashes immediately after launch, it may be mod-related.
Move all files from [%username%/Documents/inZOI/Mods] to your desktop.
Relaunch inZOI. ※ The game must launch with mods disabled.
Other Issues
If you meet the system requirements but still see “Insufficient video memory” error when launching the game, it may be caused by accumulated data such as web cache, mods, or Canvas download files.
How to fix
Delete the folder: AppData/Local/inZoi/webcache_4430 Tip: Before deleting, check the folder size—it may be useful to know.
If you’re using mods, temporarily disable all mods and try launching again.
Has your game performance improved with the latest InZOI Update Hotfixes? Let us know your experience in the comments below and stay tuned for more InZOI Updates!
With the recent release of The Sims 4 Enchanted by Nature, Simmers were finally given one of the last major fan-favorite occults: Fairies! And while the inclusion of these whimsical (or wicked!) sprites has us just as elated as the rest of the community, it does bring to mind one of the earliest included life states that are still in a bit of a sad state. An occult that is not only deeply intertwined with the franchise’s DNA but also comprises a substantial portion of the most memorable townies. I’m referring to Aliens—and how the Sims Team should consider them next for a massive Sims 4 Occult refresh upgrade.
My Idea of a Sims 4 Occult Refresh for Aliens
In Defense of Aliens
You could argue that Plant Sims and, certainly, Mermaids, are also as much in need of a refresh. They’re just as lackluster in the face of the more fleshed-out Occults we’ve been given. Though, while completely true, I also feel like Aliens being the next big Occult refresh would provide us with something that The Sims 4 severely needs: trope diversity.
This is most likely the last thing on someone’s mind when it comes to The Sims 4’s faults. It is most definitely at the very bottom of the list of said weaknesses. Though in The Sims 4’s longlife, we can now argue that its supernatural elements now supersede those of science fiction. I will always scream for more nuanced and well-rounded gameplay, but the weird is part of The Sims 4’s lifeblood. The odd, strange, and chaotic parts are integral to this silly, imperfect game that we all love to be miffed at. By ignoring Aliens, a massive source of that wonderful weird, The Sims Team is letting a large portion of the game’s zeitgeist fall to the wayside.
How a Refresh Could Work
The concept of pack refreshes may have unfortunately gone the way of the dinosaur (as of this article; hopefully), but with the improvement of Ghosts by way of The Sims 4 Life and Death, we’ve been given a taste of what could be. Secrecy and concealment are already themes that are integrated within Aliens in The Sims 4, so if they were given a refresh their skill tree would play into that.
Balancing a need for stealth with a greater need to possibly collect samples of genetic material and/or information for their homeworld as a form of nefarious research. Though if the Alien likes it on Sim-Earth maybe the other half of the skill tree is set toward attempting to assimilate. Trying to shake off the shackles of their homeworld and embrace all the grilled cheese and Powersip that the world has to offer.
An Alien-specific Aspiration and new trait (or two!) is also needed for a boost in identity. While the trait doesn’t need to explicitly be related to Aliens it should be complimentary to their nature.
Seeing Sixam…or Somewhere in the Galaxy
While the community is still waiting for even greater diversity in mundane Sim culture, a sci-fi-esque, Alien-centric residential world would be the perfect splash of uniqueness that the game has been missing. A common sentiment among Simmers is a feeling of general fatigue for suburban and rural areas. It makes sense, as much as each new suburban world does bring in a new patch of lore and culture to the greater tapestry of the game. I will say…it’s still exhausting to be stuck in the ‘burbs.
We know that the Sims Team is more than capable of creating unique and eye-catching locales in-game. The Magic Realm in The Sims 4 Realm of Magic most definitely comes to mind. As well as the more fantastical neighborhoods in the latest two expansion packs. Mourningvale of The Sims 4 Life and Death, especially, displayed how beautifully they balance camp with realistic world design elements. So the “unreality” of a residential world set in space feels like it could be softened for the more traditional type of Simmer. Though I don’t necessarily see why someone would need it to be soft, family gameplay in space? Now that’s a new way to spice up a playthrough!
So a new residential world, perhaps likened to that of The Sims 3’s Lunar Lakes—a space colony set on a distant planet in the ambiguous far future—could be a breath of fresh air in the wake of all the magic and whimsy (not that I’m complaining, of course). A new world set in a far future world would also fit perfectly within the greater scope of the game’s advancing age. It could also finally be the excuse the Sims Team needs to add in a “townies stay in your neighborhood” feature…but, ahhh, we can dream, right?
(Crash) Landing Back to Reality
Hopefully, the Sims Team will think of our beloved extraterrestrial life state next time they’re huddled up in a meeting. Variety is the spice of life, and for a Life Sim? It’s integral for the unending gameplay that The Sims 4 aspires toward. If the game wishes to maintain its longevity and, most importantly, its relevancy, it needs to play to its strengths. Weird, chaotic, and true to its roots, and nothing’s more chaotic than a Sim getting beamed up into the sky to be spirited off to parts unknown.
Would you be excited for a sci-fi-themed residential world, or would you prefer the Sims Team focus on more real world inspired locations? Please tell us in the comments below!
Note: This will delete shader cache for all games, not just inZOI. As a result, the next time you launch other games, they may take longer to load as the cache is rebuilt.
Tip: Before deleting, check the folder size—it may be useful to know.
