The latest Q4 and FY25 call reveals a massive success of the first quarter for The Sims.
Andrew Wilson tuned into today’s Electronic Arts Q4 and FY 2025 earnings call where he touched on all EA game franchises. Including The Sims Franchise and its growth across the portfolio in the beginning of this year.
In the first portion of the earnings call it was shared how the launch of Businesses & Hobbies, re-release of The Sims 1 and Sims 2 and introduction of Creator Kits brought in tons of money for the executives. With a “double digit” growth.
As we celebrated the 25th birthday of The Sims, the franchise delivers double digit year-over-year growth in networkings in Q4. This growth reflects successful player re-engagement and a continued impact about strategy to expand the global audience and elevate community connection. Highlights included the release of a new expansion pack, Businesses and hobbies, the return of The Sims 1 and 2, and the release of Creator made Kits. This marks the best fourth quarter net booking performance for the franchise ever, and paved the way for a continued expansion of the Sims Universe over the next several years.
Further in the earnings release, Andrew spoke a little about what Electronic Arts plans for The Sims Franchise in Fiscal Year 2026 (April 2025 – April 2026) and beyond. Including talks about transforming the franchise into a unified ecosystem across all games, marketplaces and social spaces.
As we looked at the future of The Sims, our vision is to continue to build a franchise into one of the world’s most powerful creator platforms, where self -xpression, social connection, and user generated content converge in exciting new ways. In FY26, we will continue to empower a new generation of creators and players to shape culture, community, and commerce through The Sims like never before. Looking further ahead, we plan to transform the franchise into a unified ecosystem across games, marketplaces, and social spaces.
It could be just my speculation, but it seems like The Sims Hub seems to be the only fitting thing matching the talk from Andrew above. Meaning that Sims games will soon have a new unified home. Think like a launcher for a launcher that would promote all Sims games and spin-offs from the first moment you open up the game.
Andrew Wilson also spoke very excitingly about the use of AI for game development including game art, animation and coding. Let’s hope they don’t take the Duolingo route with this one..
What do you think is coming for The Sims franchise in the next 12 months? Let us know your theories in the comments below and stay tuned on Sims Community for all the latest Sims Franchise news!
Welcome to our special The Sims 4 Criminals and Villains Mod and CC Showcase. Where we’ll be showing off interesting and fun mods for The Sims 4 that will let you spruce up your gameplay with more mischief and mayhem.
The Sims 4 Criminals and Villains: CC, Mods and Challenges Showcase
Why Fight Crime When you can Jump Right In
Sure… sure… you can be a superhero, crime fighter, general goodie. But, why? Why fight crime when you can jump right in and be a super villain instead? Sounds a lot more fun to me. Of course, we’re talking about your Sims. Not you, or me.
Skipping right over the people in tights, those comic and cartoon villains. How does your Sim really start a life of villainy, trickery and polite treachery? You can use the career and deviance aspirations in the base game. If that’s all you need, ok. But, it’s mostly just being mean over and over. That gets a bit dull and it’s such a stereotype. Villains don’t have to be evil or mean, just pleasantly bad, in a good way.
Sims 4 Needs More Mean and Evil
To be honest, after playing with most of these mods and traits over a couple of weeks, I’m disappointed. Playing a villain should have been so much fun. How many times have you wished you could forget being the nice guy/ girl and say or do what you really think? I was looking for that feeling of twisted revenge against everyday aggravation. But, the criminal career, aspiration, and traits are limited in Sims 4. I didn’t know how limited until I really worked at them.
Ruby Sykes wrote The Evil Trait Guide in 2019. Since then some changes have come along, not really much compared to the love, family, and shopping stuff (for lack of a better word) in The Sims.
I think there is new potential for mod makers to develop the game for mean and evil Sims. Not just adding more to the traits. Think of all the careers for Sims… only one is Criminal. Why not revamp existing careers to include a path for Sims who are evil, mean and just plain criminally motivated. Re-image your favourite career NOT based on being good, honest, or even nice. Every career should allow for Sims who cheat, lie, steal, and take what they can get without apology or much second thought. Do you see the potential? Meanwhile, this is what we have so far…
This is Myrna Shade with her career outfit: hat, suit, and red shoes. She’s in real estate. She’s so good, sometimes the home owners didn’t even know their property was on the market before its sold.
Criminals without CC or Mods
Base game has the klepto (kleptomaniac) trait.
For Rent has breaking into homes, snooping, eavesdropping and blackmailing.
Business and Hobbies has the shady trait, brings back the burglar and burglar alarm. Also, that raccoon guy in an alley.
University lets you graduate with a Villainy degree.
Mods for Charming Con Artists, Rascals, and Other Villains
Start your Sims 4 Criminals and Villains adventure with NeedCoffee4That, you can be a charming con artist with the mods Be a Burglar and/or Pickpocketing. If you have the shady trait (Business and Hobbies) start testing out the Murder & Mayhem Collection: Angel of Death, Arsonist, DeathRay, Poisoner, or The Infected. Pick your poison, literally. This collection, still being developed and added to, is the one I will keep. I admit, the DeathRay is my personal favourite. You can directly get rid of another Sim, but without the bloodthirsty, murderous feeling.
My style of being a villain is tricking people and getting away with it. Romance related badness leaves some other Sim broken hearted, that might come with regrets. I don’t want those! So, among gold diggers and black widows there should be confidence men, charlatans, and quacks selling snake oil and igloos. We need more mods like those. I hope we get them.
Sacrifical Mods and Basemental’s NSFW mods are over the top for me. I just don’t see violence as all that fun. If I’m not having fun being a villain I might as well be a superhero and at least make everyone else happy. That’s just not what I want. I can be nice, kind and sweet, later. However, I do acknowledge that some players like to play The Sims 4 Criminals and Villains type of gameplay with Sacrifical’s mods. Which is why I’ve linked them at the top!
Myrna likes to play piano. She’s getting good at it. But, as great as the tips are, she makes a lot more playing in real estate with other Sim’s money.
Sims 4 Challenges for Villains
Seven Deadly Sins Legacy Challenge: Do you remember all seven without looking it up? Not me either. You can read the rules and try it as a legacy challenge with generations of Sims. Or… how many deadly sins can you pile into one Sim: greed, sloth, lust, pride, envy, gluttony and wrath. I’d consider the shortcut and make Agnes Crumplebottom playable. She’s already got most of the seven.
The Black Widow Challenge – or the Black Widower, depending on your Sim. This challenge has a variety of rules, options, difficulty levels and versions as new Sims content has come along. The original challenge was from 2014. Would a villain like your Sim be all that concerned with the rules anyway? Play it your way. The real fun is dressing up and getting away with it all.
This is the professional biker outfit from Sentate, link below. It took awhile to find the right boots with the longer skirt. It’s a good outfit for exploring crumbling old places, looking for treasure.
For the children… Now you know Sims children aren’t allowed to be wicked, or die.
Since getting the Death Ray, Myrna and Grim have become friends, they like the same literature. This polka dot pencil dress is the first CC file I ever downloaded, I like the green best.
The CC you can find is unlimited. What kind of villain do you want: a badass biker, a computer hacker, a crafty salesperson, a business tycoon with bad intentions, a sneaky thief, an evil spellcaster, a vampire looking for romance and a snack, or something completely off the wall? I had in mind an elegant, smooth talking, confident villainess mainly involved in real estate. My choices of CC reflect what I was looking for, of course.
Inspiration for Sims Villainy
https://youtu.be/ek3UAkFt5Hs?si=eyUbwF1KVfqu-bky
Whatever Happened to the Unsavory Charlatan?
Before The Sims 4 there was the Alto family: Nick, Vita, and daughter Holly from Sims 3. Also, Nick’s brother, Bert Alto. They were arch enemies and rivals to the Landgraabs. Looking like a mafia family. Best of all, Vita Alto wanted to take over the world! What a great inspiration for moderate villainy! You may have noticed, Holly Alto is still in Sims 4, whatever happened to her parents and their home is unknown. Their lost story could be the start of your new storyline.
Also the original Sims pickpocket, the man many people requested be removed from the game… the Unsavory Charlatan. He’s a real snappy dresser, ladies man, and he sings too. There was a man of character, most of it bad. He hasn’t been seen since Sims 2. What’s the story there? Did he really just disappear or will his body be discovered in Agnes Crumplebottom’s flower gardens?
Pricing on select packs for the last two mainline Sims games are cheaper until May 15th, 2025!
Have you been planning on expanding your collection of The Sims 4 packs, or going back and catching up on additions to The Sims 3 ? Until May 15th, select DLC for both series are on sale for a Sims 3 Sale and Sims 4 Publisher Sale!
The current sale provides deals for The Sims 3 and The Sims 4 on both Steam and the EA App! Currently, there is no deals available for the Playstation or Xbox respective stores, but we’re keeping an eye out!
If we hear more, we’ll be sure to update you! For now, follow along to see the exact details of the sale and the best finds possible!
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The Sims 4 Publisher Sale on Both the EA Launcher and Steam
This time around, both the EA App and Steam players have access to the same deals on downloadable content for The Sims 4 ! Most The Sims 4 Expansion Packs are up to 50% off, while Game Packs and Stuff Packs are up to 30% off. Even Bundles, intended to group together DLC with similar themes to help players save, are up to 20-25% off! As per usual, Kits and Creator Kits are excluded from the sale.
Here’s some specific deals to look for:
Expansion Pack Deals
As the newest expansion pack, Businesses & Hobbies is not included in the EA Publisher Sale. Compared to the previous Spring Sale, Life & Death has been upped to 38% off, while all previous expansion packs are 50% off.
Game Pack Deals
From The Sims 4 Werewolves and all the way back to The Sims 4 Outdoor Retreat, All The Sims 4 Game Packs are currently 30% off during the EA Publisher Sale.
Stuff Pack Deals
Whether it’s newer releases like The Sims 4 Crystal Creations or old classics like The Sims 4Luxury Party Stuff, All The Sims 4 Stuff Packs are currently 30% off during the EA Publisher Sale.
Bundle Deals
Even Bundles, both custom made bundles and premade bundles by EA, have a range of discounts available! EA currently has four bundles listed on the EA app:
The Sims 4 Everyday Sims Bundle (Includes The Sims 4 Seasons, The Sims 4 Parenthood, and The Sims 4 Laundry Day Stuff ) – 20% OFF
The Sims 4 Love & Family Bundle (Includes The Sims 4 Growing Together, The Sims 4 My Wedding Stories, and The Sims 4 Parenthood ) – 25% OFF
The Sims 4 Get Dating Bundle (Includes The Sims 4 Get Together, The Sims 4 Bowling Night Stuff, The Sims 4 Movie Hangout Stuff, and The Sims 4 Simtimates Collection ) – 25% OFF
The Sims 4 Decorator’s Dream Bundle (Includes The Sims 4 Cottage Living, The Sims 4 Dream Home Decorator, and The Sims 4 Tiny Living Stuff) – 20% OFF
If you either have all or certain packs included in these bundles, or just have a different group of packs in mind, you can also bundle a chosen Expansion Pack, Game Pack, and Stuff Pack and get 42% off!
The Sims 3 Sale on Both the EA Launcher and Steam
As the previous addition to The Sims series that released in 2009, The Sims 3 is often left behind in large seasonal and publisher sales, but not this time around! Wrap up your collection and dive in to classic worlds like the mysterious Moonlight Falls in Sims 3: Supernatural, the industrial Twinbrook in Sims 3: Ambitions, the rural Appaloosa Plains in The Sims 3: Pets, and many more! Available until May 15th, 2025 on both Steam and the EA App!
Except for certain store content the standalone world DLC Roaring Heights: Gold Edition, ALL The Sims 3 DLC is on sale 50% off or $9.99 USD on both Steam and the EA App! This includes Expansion Packs, Stuff Packs, and Store Content listed on both launchers.
We’ll be sure to keep this article updated if any new information comes out on the EA Publisher Sale! Stay tuned in with The Sims Community for all of our updates on Game Deals & Offers on The Sims and other life sim games!
Arnie has now added to the Plumfruit lore with this collection inspired by vintage gadgets. Following on from Plumfruit’s brand new update – introducing The Sims 4 Retrofruit Mod! For those who appreciate a nostalgic touch, Retrofruit brings vintage-inspired tech from the ’90s and early 2000s.
This homage to vintage tech features devices inspired by devices from the 90’s and early 2000’s, including an old square PC, floppy discs, and a functional landline!
Here is a breakdown of all the items you can expect to find in this bundle.
The Sims 4 Retrofruit Mod Contents
The iPlum Classic
The star of the show. This bulky computer with the small square screen will trigger memories of dial-up tones and painful loading speeds in the best way possible. This functions just like all other PCs in the game and will cost your Sims §1599.
iPlum 2000
This slightly more updated design features unique all-in-one base with a screen mounted on a metallic arm. At the time this design felt truly futuristic and it captures a glance back in time to the early 2000s perfectly. Can you believe this is what we thought computers would start to look like back in 2000?!
This PC has all the same functions as the iPlum classic and costs slightly more at §1899.
Vintage storage: CDs, floppy discs and USBs
Few things are more retro than a floppy disc! All these storage items cost §10 and slot into your Sims inventory, making them perfect to store photos and documents for your Sims on the go. They also come in a nice variety of colours!
This is a great little addition to this Retrofruit collection and I know I will be using it for all my Sims projects, photos, and general keep-sakes.
CD and storage towers
You’re using these new CDs, USBs and floppy discs to store your holiday photos or important documents, but where to put them?! Every single storage tower slot is functional and fits the CDs, floppy discs, and document printouts. All of the CD tower slots are functional too, and will fit the CDs and floppy discs easily.
The storage tower is §150 and the CD tower is slightly cheaper at §79.
RetroPhone: A functional landline
Now for the item that got me the most excited – a fully functional landline phone!
This landline is also a ‘smartphone’ with a sleek animated screen, has home security features built in, clock alarms, and – of course – functions like a landline phone. That means you can call your Sim’s friends and family, order pizza, call services – basically do anything you can do on the phone that doesn’t require the internet.
It costs §299 and (in my opinion) is 100% worth it.
PlumPrinter: a functional printer for some office chic
This PlumPrinter lets your Sims print editable documents from their phone! It’s great for CVs/Resumes, news articles, logging your bills and utilities, family memories, or even writing journals with the blank text document.
The printer will slot nicely onto your desk and costs §499. Each document costs §1 to print and the custom animation for the printer is worth that spend alone.
Plumfruit Pro Desk
An office wouldn’t be complete without a desk, and this one from Retrofruit comes in 7 lovely swatches.
The desk doesn’t come cheap at 2500, but its easily going to become a staple in my Sims offices.
PlumCam vintage
Who doesn’t love a vintage camera? The predecessor to the PlumCam Future from the Plumfruit collection, this camera and its retro vibes function just like any other camera in game. With its classic design, it’s the perfect tool for memory-making, and of course, the images can be stored on your CDs, floppy discs, and USB sticks.
It comes in three swatches – grey, black, and cream – and costs §850.
miniPod
Remember iPods and how revolutionary they were at the time? Now your Sims can experience them too! Each miniPod comes with its own dock station and a new Music app for your Sims favourite stations. This range was before Neo’s time though so you won’t find the Plumfruit virtual assistant here unfortunately!
The miniPod has an animated screen, comes in 8 colourful swatches, and costs §899.
There are a lot of things that we want to see in Sims 4 from large-scale concepts like hotels to smaller concepts like spiral staircases. I mean… seriously, where are the spiral staircases? The Sims 4 has been evolving and growing for over a decade now, so here are some things from past games that I’m shocked have not yet returned as Sims 4 items.
I won’t be covering larger concepts like the aforementioned hotels or other bigger concepts like cars or color wheels or things of that nature. This list is going to be for smaller, mostly everyday items.
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1. Pool Table
First Appeared: Sims 1
This is one of the most shocking exclusions as far as Sims 4 items go. If you ask players what items they think are still missing from Sims 4, this is definitely going to be one of the most mentioned. They’ve been a staple in the series and have been featured in every mainline series and almost all of the spin-off and console versions. It’s a mystery as to why pool tables still have yet to become an item in Sims 4.
2. Spiral/Curved Staircase
First Appeared: Sims 2
Spiral staircases and by association curved staircases are another of the most requested future Sims 4 items. I was actually really surprised when we got ladders years before we got either of these stair varieties. Spiral staircases would be a great addition for cabins in Granite Falls from the Outdoor Retreat game pack and curved staircases would be wonderful for celebrity mansions in Del Sol Valley from the Get Famous expansion pack.
3. Diving Board
First Appeared: Sims 1
If there were a trifecta of Sims 4 items that are missing, this along with the two previous items would make up that designation. All the way back in Get Together– the second expansion pack–we got diving platforms, but we still have yet to receive a standard diving board. The diving platforms certainly don’t fit the aesthetic of every family pool, so diving boards would still be a welcome addition to the game.
4. Pool Slide
First Appeared: Sims 1
Not nearly as popular of a request as diving boards in terms of pool related items, but still a popular one. This is another item that has appeared in every mainline Sims game, so its exclusion is definitely noticed. It feels like they’re saving everything to release in a pool related pack or something like a hotel pack that includes a lot of pool activities like the swim-up pool bar from Sims 3.
5. Volleyball Net
First Appeared: Sims 1
Surprisingly, this is an item that has only appeared once in the mainline games, the very first series. Sims Vacation introduced it and it was never seen since. There aren’t enough sports related Sims 4 items, so this would be a great inclusion to the game. I’d much rather watch my sims play a legitimate game of volleyball versus other sports related activities we have such as tossing a football back and forth. Volleyball would have been a great beach activity in Sulani as well, so hopefully one day it’ll arrive and we can add it to that world.
6. Stationary Bike
First Appeared: Sims 2
Let’s face it, just like sports activities, gym equipment is lacking in Sims 4. In the base game we had weight machines, treadmills, and punching bags. The only gym items we’ve received since are the climbing wall in Fitness Stuff Pack and the training dummy sparring machine in StrangerVille.
There are so many different Sims 4 items that could be added for gyms. Bench presses, pull-up bars, and stationary bikes have all been in past games, but I feel the stationary bike is the best for variety. With the Businesses and Hobbies expansion pack our gyms could have spin classes, which makes the item even cooler.
7. Arcade Game Variety
First Appeared: Sims 1
I don’t know about you, but I want to build arcades in Sims 4 but it’s just not possible. The only arcade machine we currently have is the gigantic one from the Get Together expansion pack. There have been so many different arcade games in the past games that I couldn’t choose just one.
Some examples of previous arcade machines we have had are: claw machines, whack-a-mole, solo arcade machines, 2-player arcade tables, skee-ball, and a strength tester. Sims Vacation had a pier full of different carnival games for sims to play as well. It’s time we had some arcade variety in our Sims 4 items.
8. Drum Set
First Appeared: Sims 2
This item is a bit different in the list because not only is it a singular item, but it’s part of a larger concept as well. I’ve seen so many people request drums in the Sims 4 not just because they want drums, but because they want to be able to create bands like in the Sims 3 Late Night expansion pack. I, along with plenty of others, was surprised when bands weren’t included in the Sims 4 Get Famous expansion pack, so at this point I think many of us are expecting a band related game pack at some point.
9. Hammock
First Appeared: Sims 2
I had to double and triple check this one when making my list because I’m just so incredibly shocked that hammocks did not arrive in the Sims 4 Island Living expansion pack. I thought for sure they were added to the game, but I was having a Mandela Effect moment. I was actually confusing the games and was really thinking of the hammocks from the Sims 2 Bon Voyage expansion pack.
Hammocks would be welcome Sims 4 items to relax on the beach, at a cabin in the woods, or just in the backyard on a warm summer day.
10. Sewing Machine
First Appeared: Sims 2
Not going to lie, I really thought these were coming to the game as a surprise return of gameplay kits. During the Motherlode Season road map they had different signage to hint at what was coming in the upcoming packs. There was an image of an elderly woman accompanied by a large spool of thread and sewing needle. In the end, the Golden Years kit is just a CAS kit and sewing will not be returning to the game. At least not yet.
The sewing machine in Sims 2 FreeTime was such a great concept because it allowed sims to create outfits that couldn’t otherwise be bought or unlocked. This is a concept I would love to see return in Sims 4 items.
11. Trampoline
First Appeared: Sims 3
There have been so many times I’ve wanted to put a trampoline in the backyard for my sim children to play on only to realize they were Sims 3 items, not Sims 4 items. I’m a huge realism player, so I love replicating vibes from my past in the game. So many of my friends had trampolines growing up and we spent so much time playing on them, so I’d love to see them return to Sims 4.
I will say, sims really don’t need to bounce quite so high.
12. Mini Golf
First Appeared: Sims 1
The Sims Team has included a different type of golf in all three different mainline games. In Sims 1 Makin’ Magic we had true mini golf courses. In Sims 2 base game we had a singular mini putt object. Then in Sims 3 Showtime we had a driving range item. I much prefer the fully designed mini golf courses and really hope to see them make a return as Sims 4 items some day. I would love to have my aforementioned arcade lot also include a mini golf course.
13. Frisbee
First Appeared: Sims 3
I love any outdoor activity that I can have multiple sims do together. Give me all the outdoor Sims 4 items. There’s only so many times I can have sims toss a football back and forth before I crave more variety. Reintroducing frisbees would be a fun activity that could also involve a new activity for sims to do with their dogs. Who wouldn’t want to go to the dog park and play frisbee?
14. Doorbell
First Appeared: Sims 1
This is something that was sorely missed when the Sims 4 base game first came out. There were endless questions and complaints about why there were no doorbells. Instead, visiting sims just knock on the door, which is quite difficult for players to hear and they would frequently miss that anyone was even trying to visit. They’ve rectified this by having sims announce their visit with a popup, but I’d love to see doorbells be reintroduced.
I don’t know of a single person that doesn’t have a doorbell, so their exclusion is quite odd. I’d also love the ability to change the doorbell sound to multiple different ones as so many people can do nowadays.
15. Landline Phone
First Appeared: Sims 1
Players have been asking for landline phones since the base game launched. The Sims Team has stated they don’t see the purpose of them because every sim has a cellphone now. They also said that in real life most people don’t even have landline phones anymore so they’re just making the game feel current. I disagree with this sentiment and believe they should still be an item in the game. A lot of other players agree. Just because a lot of people in real life don’t have landline phones doesn’t mean we don’t want them for our sims.
They finally added a landline phone in the most recent anniversary event, but it’s non-functional. This upset a lot of people that thought we were finally getting something that’s been requested for over a decade now.
16. Newspaper/Magazines
First Appeared: Sims 1
Just like the previous item, newspapers and magazines were not included as Sims 4 items because the team felt they’re too antiquated of a concept. Most people in real life don’t read newspapers or magazines, so they haven’t introduced them in Sims 4 to make the game reflect real life. So many people still read newspapers and magazines in real life.
There are so many gameplay features that could be added with newspapers and magazines too. Imagine your sim reading the employment section and seeing a job hiring for a position that isn’t the base level. They’d still need the required skill levels and such, but being able to jump into a slightly higher career would be great for already developed sims. Sims could also clip coupons for discounts on different things. Reading magazines of different types could change the interests of sims as they discover new ideas. These are just a few cool concepts to warrant their reintroduction.
17. Seesaw
First Appeared: Sims 3
I need new playground equipment. Swing sets and jungle gyms can only take a playground so far. I couldn’t really decide between the springy bouncy rides from every previous game, but ultimately decided to include seesaws on this list because it’s a group activity. Although, the adult sims helping kids ride the bouncy spring rides was a cute interaction as well.
18. Recliner
First Appeared: Sims 2
I’m not sure which surprises me more, the fact that recliners are not Sims 4 items, or that recliners have only ever been in Sims 2. They’re a staple item in so many people’s homes, yet they’ve only ever been in the game once. That’s crazy to me. Seeing a sim come home from work, kick their feet up, and take a nap on the recliner was such a realistic moment in the game. I want that back for Sims 4.
19. Slot Machine
First Appeared: Sims 1
Whenever I mention wanting slot machines in the game someone usually pipes up saying they can’t add gambling to the game. I want to say right now that this is emphatically untrue. Slot machines were in the original Sims as well as Sims 3 Lucky Palms. The ones in Sims 3 were also accompanied by casinos and poker tables as the world was based on Las Vegas. We also already have gambling in Sims 4 with the card table in the Journey to Batuu game pack. Gambling is perfectly fine in Sims 4 and slot machines should definitely return, especially with how much they have exploded in popularity these days. They’re in grocery stores, laundromats, gas stations, everywhere.
20. Stroller
First Appeared: Sims 3
I love the backpack infant carrier they added in Growing Together, but I’d still really enjoy strollers as well. It’s another part of real life that is super common and used all of the time that has yet to return as Sims 4 items. I want me sims to be able to go on walks with their kids without having them strapped to their back.
Honorary Mention: Bike Rack
First Appeared: Sims 3
We have bikes as Sims 4 items, but we have nowhere to park them. There are decorative bike racks in different worlds, but I’d love functional ones. It would just make the world feel more alive and real as sims get to a lot and park their bike.
What’s on Your Wishlist of Sims 4 Items?
Now that you’ve seen my list, what are some of your most desired and requested Sims 4 items? Comment below!
Let your elder’s shine! In a refreshing nod to often-forgotten elder Sims, The Sims 4 Golden Years Kit adds a warm, personality-driven collection of Create-a-Sim (CAS) content tailored for older Sims.
Let’s break down the different items, including the good the bad and the questionable.
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Key Features
Designed For Aging Sims: Tell the stories of aging Sims with clothing tailored specifically for Elder body types, as well as convenient accessories like glasses with straps, a toupee, gardening gloves, and more.
For golden lifestyles: With these fashions Elder Sims will be able to express their individuality in understated ways. There are styles for gardening and working out as well as comfortable clothes for everyday life.
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Catalogue
The kit includes a few different outfits for both male and female frames, including full body outfits, separate tops and bottoms, and two styled looks for female Sims. It also includes accessories like glasses on a chain, patterned gardening gloves, and a necklace with a ring pendant – small, touching details that enhance storytelling potential. There’s even what appears to be a wearable life alert pendant, for anyone wanting a realistic touch, and even a toupee which sticks true to The Sims cheeky sense of humour it is known for.
Swatches of all the items
Swatches of the outdoor jacket featuring 3D binoculars.Swatches of the button-up cardigan with shirt underneath.Swatches of jacket with zip undone and shirt with tie. Some swatches include nametags for some reason?Swatches of apron with shirt and jumper underneath. Some swatches show dirt or flour as if they have been recently used.Swatches of outdoor jacket and shirt, with sunglasses in the breast pocket (and a jump-scare fish on the back of the orange swatch).Swatches of the new trousers for male Sims.Toupee which comes in all default hair swatches.Female styled outfit “Floral Grandma”.Female styled outfit “Apron Allure”.Swatches of outdoor jacket with button-up vest and shirt underneath.A collection of rings with lots of gemstones. Perfect for your Sims that want a bit extra bling.Co-ordinating shirt and skirt combo.Necklace with wedding band on the chain.Glasses swatches around a Sim’s neck on a chain or rope.Life-alert buttons.Outfit with vest, shirt, skirt, and apron. Some swatches even have flour on them as if they have been used recently.Gardening outfit complete with apron, seed packet, and kneepads.A workout outfit featuring shorts, joggers, a jumper, and waist bag.A female pyjamas set with an open robe and nightgown.The bonnets and headscarves that come with this pack match the female full body pyjamas – a nice touch!An age appropriate suit for elderly Sims with a matching trousers and jacket, a tie, and suspenders.Cosy male Sim full body pyjamas with high-waisted trousers, a button up cardigan, and a vest.
The Good
The clothing items that revolve around a hobby – like birdwatching, baking or gardening – is a lovely touch. It gives your Sims something to wear while they embrace all the free time of retirement as they dive into new hobbies. Realistic touches like kneepads on gardening outfits to protect their knees and flour dustings on shirts like they have just finished baking a pie are the little details that make the outfits feel lived-in.
The female clothing items are beautifully designed, with coordinated bonnets and coats that exude a cosy charm you’d expect from a fashion-conscious elder. Matching outfits is a minimal ask from a CAS kit, however, its still always nice when it works well.
A standout item is also the use of 3D meshes for the binoculars in the jacket thankfully, not just painted-on details (looking at you sunglasses). Birdwatching is something most people associate with an elderly activity – I know lots of the older women in my life live for it – so it makes sense to see a jacket with the binoculars hanging round their neck come with this kit.
The toupee, while obviously a hat item, cleverly embraces its artificiality, making it feel intentionally humorous and charming rather than just a realistic-looking wig. We all know or can think of one person who has walked around in a toupee they’ve convinced themselves is realistic-looking when in reality it can be clocked a mile away. Now your Sims can too! I know I’m looking forward to seeing this on auto-generated townies who want to hide their hairlines.
Accessories shine in this kit. The glasses with a chain are one of the items I was most excited for as they are just perfect old-person-who-needs-reading-glasses-but-can-never-find-them core. Aka, every elderly person I’ve ever met. They also are classed as a necklace so you could put one pair on your Sim’s eyes and one round their neck, also like every elderly person I’ve ever met. Those rings are also stunning, and I’ll be using this item probably the most out of all of them.
The addition of a necklace featuring rings is a surprisingly heartfelt touch, since many people do choose to put their wedding bands on chains and wearing rings on swollen arthritic hands can be painful. Just a little realistic detail.
On the men’s side, the grandad-style suit with suspenders and high waistband adds much-needed variety and character to elder male fashion. I can picture this being perfect for family reunions, date nights, or grandchild weddings.
The Bad
Unfortunately, some items in the kit aren’t as polished as they could be. One odd issue I had involves the life alert – it shows up on older items but doesn’t appear with new ones, raising questions about consistency or a potential bug. If it’s hidden on purpose, that decision should have been uniform. If it’s a glitch, it’s a frustrating oversight.
There are also no everyday styled looks for male Sims only pyjamas and formal, which feels like a missed opportunity, but unfortunately we are getting used to male CAS slacking behind female as it often has less variety. This is something I really hope the team change as they go forwards with releasing more and more kits. The styled looks feature is something that could be utilised across the board.
And while we’re talking polish: the painted-on texture for the glasses in the pocket of the fishing jacket reads as lazy in 2025, especially when the rest of the accessories show such care. Those binoculars look immaculate, so we know its possible!
The Questionable
Not everything in the kit lands gracefully. The “dentures” don’t really look like dentures, but more like the Sim is missing some back teeth.
New teeth swatchStandard teeth swatch
On one hand, this is semi-realistic – people do lose their teeth as they get older, and often when they fall out or need work done tend to favour saving the front teeth for aesthetics over the back teeth.
On the other hand, it isn’t really something I think that should be a premium item in a paid for DLC, you will almost never see the inside of your Sims mouth in game and if you do you’d have to be running a supercomputer to focus in on their missing molars. I feel like this item slot could have been used for something that players can appreciate whilst they are playing.
And, as for the elephant in the room, the full-body outfit combining shorts and joggers is baffling; it feels like fashion for the sake of a laugh, not something any Sim (or person) would wear by choice. Every elderly person I know or have known takes a lot of pride in their appearance, I can’t imagine anyone genuinely putting an outfit like this together.
Final thoughts and feelings on The Sims 4 Golden Years Kit
Much like the majority of the community, I felt like elder sims had little love and attention, so was really happy to hear that a Golden Years kit focusing on style and fashion was coming to us. The actual items have left me with mixed feelings.
My initial thoughts when I saw this kit were that if this came out when I was a child I would have been so excited for it because so many of the items included – like the glasses on the chain or the gardening attire – are what I would associate with all the elderly people in my life, and being able to add these little touches to my families would have been amazing.
As an adult I still love the kit and will be using it loads, but can look at it a bit more critically. The Golden Years Kit is a love letter to elder Sims; with a few typos. It’s endearing, it’s useful, and it’s silly. But it also reminds us that CAS kits still need quality assurance testing, and male Sims deserve as much attention as their female counterparts.
There are whole brands which market fashion to elderly people, and it would have been nice to see the team pull some examples from these. Even things like slip-on shoes which many elderly people use or going down the medical wearables route and exploring things like wrist supports (which I know are not limited to old people only, but loads of older people use them for things like arthritis and carpal tunnel) or even – and I know I’m pushing the boat out here – a new walking style with a walking stick or Zimmer frame would have been so welcome.
My grandmother’s thoughts
For a different perspective on this kit I went to a woman I knew would have some insight: my grandmother. It’s fair to say her thoughts were mixed.
She loved the rings and most the accessories (besides the life alert) and while people do still wear glasses on chains lots of her friends have varifocal lenses now instead of two separate pairs, so that would have been nice to see. Feedback on the clothes was more mixed. It’s true the layered jackets and the gardening attire is stuff that you see people wear, but some bits felt really dated and missed the mark – too stereotypical “old lady frill”. With the co-ordinating sets it would have also been good to see a variety of more modern styles but done in an age appropriate way, without coming across as frumpy.
The Sims 4 Kitchen Clutter Kit is here, and they really cookedwith this one! The Golden Years Kit has given us new threads for the oft-neglected Elder lifestage. The Restoration Workshop kit has given us fixer-upper appliances. And finally, The Sims 4 Kitchen Clutters Kit has given us, well, kitchen clutter. As the name suggests, this kit is packed with new Build-Buy assets to make our Sims’ kitchens feel busy and lived in. In addition to the decorative objects, we also have a number of new interactable objects!
Let’s take a look at everything included, and stick around to hear my verdict on the Kit and whether or not it’s worth the $5 price tag!
Table of Contents
The Sims 4 Kitchen Clutter Kit: Features Overview
This Kit is cluttered (in a good way) with 31 new items for Build-Buy mode! From scales and mug racks to interactive grocery bags and cookie jars, each item fits neatly into your Sims’ cooking space!
Kit Features
Signs of Life – A whole lot of living happens in the kitchen, and this kit will help you highlight that with groceries, open cereal boxes, cleaning supplies, and more. There’s even a refrigerator with magnets and drawings to show the impact of the family on the space around them.
Family Friendly – The functional, family-focused items in this kit include a lunchbox, kitchen timer, recipe tablet, cookie jar, and more. Whether Sims are cooking or grabbing a quick bite to go, this kit has them covered. It’s perfect for busy families!
See below for an in-depth look at each item’s description and cost.
Object Swatches
Snap & Stash Bin – Small
Snap & Stash Bin – Large
“Slice of Life” Cutting Board
Vintage Scale by Llama Luxe Appliances
Casual Clutter Sink
Gourmet Greenery
“The Tile Tapestry” Backsplash
Flavorful Frames
Kitchen Storage Jar
Simsational Cereals
Sinkside Essentials
Bake-Off Besties
Brew & Sip Mug Tree
The Classic Kitchen Canister
Topsy-Turvy Tableware
Daily Dish Rack
Jar of Delights
Handy Cleaning Caddy
Utensil Utopia
Flour-Powered Ensemble
CookBook Pro Display
The Cluttered Carousel
Cookie Chaos
The Flavor Haven
EdgeElite Knife Block
Bountiful Harvest Baskets
Little Lunchbox
Kitchen Timer by Llama Luxe Appliances
Fresh Finds Grocery Bag
Culinary Caddy
Magnet Marvel Fridge
Object Functionality
There is a new trend with Kits, and that is object interactability. I will delve into my personal take on this in the review. In the meantime, check out the objects and their functions below! (It is important to note that the ‘Make Heirloom’ interaction is a feature on all objects and came with The Sims 4 Life & Death Expansion Pack).
Simsational Cereals
The Simsational Cereals box can be used to grab a bowl of cereal, similar to the fridge. The object comes in ten swatches and even has accompanying framed posters of the Llama and Freezerbunny characters featured on the box!
Jar of Delights
This cookie jar can be used in a similar way to the Simsation Cereal boxes. Simply click on the jar and select ‘Grab a Cookie’, and your Sim will take a single cookie on a plate from the jar.
CookBook Pro Display
This smart tablet, displayed on a stand, can be interacted with in the same way as the cookbook from the Home Chef Hustle Stuff Pack. Depending on which packs you own, Sims will be able to pick a variety of interactions from the tablet, including instructing them to cook meals, bake, and perform activities such as canning.
Little Lunchbox
Similar to the kid’s lunchbox introduced in a previous free update, this new lunchbox can be used to grab quick meals and drinks!
Kitchen Timer by Llama Luxe Appliances
The timer has an interaction that has been seen often lately. Just like the alarm clock in the anniversary celebration event, and the clock in the Comfy Gamer Kit, this can be set to wake or alert Sims at particular times, and is even portable!
Fresh Finds Grocery Bag
The Fresh Finds Grocery Bag can be used to purchase fresh groceries, handy for those living with the Simple Living lot trait from Cottage Living. You can even use it to store items such as fish, harvested fruits and veg, and even meals.
Styled Room
The “Cluttered Family Kitchen” is exactly what it says it is. Utilising the counters and cabinets released in an SDX drop back in February, this kitchen includes almost every new object in the Kit. It costs §19,948 and comes in three swatches.
Our Review of The Kitchen Clutter Kit
Both the Kitchen Clutter and Restoration Workshop Kits released today contrast with one another and will appeal to different players; however, they have one thing in common, and that is the abundance of functional objects. In our review of The Sims 4 Bathroom Clutter Kit back in 2023 we mentioned the low quality of meshes and textures, and a lack of functionality with certain objects. Well, the case here is much different.
There is a marked difference in the quality of the Kitchen Clutter Kit in regards to both textures and meshes. And the differences don’t just end there. A total of six objects have unique functionality and interactability! These objects could’ve been simply left as decoration, as much of the clutter we receive in new packs is. It is nice to see these little touches added to the Kit as it really does add that extra something. I truly hope the Sims team keep this up.
Something the Sims Team often miss out on is object cohesion. By that, I mean swatches that complement or match one another. This was something noted in our review of the Everyday Clutter Kit in 2022, and in that case, it wasn’t called for. Something I enjoy in real life is colour matching with kitchen appliances and decoration, and it is an appreciated sight to see here.
Simple additions, such as posters of the Llama and Freezerbunny mascot being available with the Flavorful Frames item, create a nice piece of world-building, and not just a one-off design used on the cereal boxes. The cereal boxes also feature Voidcritters, an in-game parody of Pokémon. All of this makes my Sims’ lives feel cohesive and connected. Sometimes it’s the little things that count.
For the usual price of $4.99 USD (or your local equivalent), I can safely say that The Sims 4 Kitchen Clutter Kit is worth every penny. Not only does this Kit appeal to builders, but it also has something for gameplay-oriented Simmers. Alongside the Restoration Workshop Kit (Review found here), this has set a new standard for Kits going forward. This is something I expected to come from Creator Kits, however, it seems as though the Sims team beat them to the punch. Let’s hand them their flowers!
We’re already getting a new Sims 4 Expansion Pack. And it’s next in line!
I didn’t expect that we’d be talking about The Sims 4 Expansion Pack 19 so soon, but here we are!
We’ve just concluded the latest Sims 4 Motherlode Season of content releases with the latest 3 official Kits that arrived yesterday. And simmers have already started asking questions about what’s next on The Sims 4 release roadmap for this year.
Luckily, we already have first reports on what EA is working on for the release roadmap.
The Sims 4 Expansion Pack 19 is next!
The latest report about EA and Maxis cooking up The Sims 4 Expansion Pack 19 comes from insider @anadius on Twitter. Who posted an alleged release order of The Sims 4 DLC content:
Right, forgot to say. The 3 kits released yesterday have numbers 96, 97 and 98. EP19 has number 99 – that probably won’t change and it will be the next DLC. And EP20 has number 102, but that might still change. So there will be at minimum 2 DLCs between EP19 and EP20.
What does this mean? By the looks of it, it seems that The Sims 4 Expansion Pack 19 is the next DLC to be announced and released by EA. This wouldn’t be the first, nor the second time that a forecast from this insider turned out to be true.
And what about Expansion Pack 20?
This part of insider’s finding could be subject to change. However, it seems that there are going to be two more DLC releases after The Sims 4 Expansion Pack 19 comes out. After which there will be The Sims 4 Expansion Pack 20 falling next in line.
The release information about The Sims 4 Expansion Pack 19 being next is definitely more likely to happen. Still, we might be looking at another year with 3 Expansion Pack releases. Businesses & Hobbies and two other ones put in the behind-the-scenes roadmap of releases.
When is Expansion Pack 19 getting revealed?
There’s currently no further information about The Sims 4 Expansion Pack 19’s reveal date, release date and features. All we know is what we’ve reported in the title – the EP 19 release is next in line! There’s been talks and rumors about Bands coming to The Sims 4 this year, but that’s still a different speculation altogether.
Your Zoi steps into the vibrant world of inZOI, where their lives feel a little too real and choices can echo in different and sometimes ridiculous consequences. Your Zoi could maybe stumble into their new place- excited, curious and blissfully unaware that death is lurking…everywhere, like Final Destination!
Welcome, players, to the ultimate InZOI death types guide and how not to accidentally harm your Zoi.
InZOI Death Types
Starvation: The Quiet Fade
This is one of the easier InZOI death types: take care of your Zoi’s needs! If you don’t, they’ll just start to rub their belly and frown. Ignore the signs, and they’ll collapse and become a victim of your poor grocery planning. Tragic? Yes, but preventable! Make sure to remember to feed them because their virtual stomachs rumble, too.
Pollution: Death in the Air
The city looks hazier today, but your Zoi just shrugs it off as they breathe in the smog-thickened air. Days pass, and the world grows grey, as does your Zoi, which may be a sign that pollution is in the air. Prolonged exposure weakens your Zoi until there isn’t anything left but dust in the wind. I would recommend investing in an air purifier, their lungs will be forever in your debt.
Disease: The Unseen Assassin
Auchoo. That’s how it starts… with a sneeze and a sluggish walk. Illness in the game doesn’t just come subtly- it comes kicking down your door. If you don’t look after your Zoi, which meds, it will linger and take over. Don’t let them win while you’re still decorating.
Car Accidents: Blink and They’re Gone
It was just a quick stroll to the café! The light was green… I think. Might have been looking at my Zoi’s phone instead of the traffic, and suddenly, my Zoi’s body flipped like a pancake. Just like that, game over. Whether it is a joyride gone wrong or a hit-and-run, cars really aren’t forgiving. Crosswalks aren’t decoration… Use them, players!
Sleep Deprivation: The Collapse
One of the new InZOI death types is sleep deprivation. Late nights turn into early mornings; we’ve all been there! Your Zoi works, games, orders food and scrolls endlessly. You promise them a nap but just one more task. Until you don’t realise but they drop to the floor, and they aren’t moving. Uh-oh. Exhaustion isn’t just a mood; it’s fatal. Let them rest! They’re not machines…even if they run on nothing but algorithms.
Loneliness & Lack of Recognition: The Slow Disappearance
Your Zoi might wave to a neighbour- no response. They post a picture- nothing. Days have gone by, and radio silence. Zois are social animals, wired for connections. Deny they praise, ignore their dreams, and the loneliness begins to set in. Suddenly, it’s like they’ve vanished. Your Zoi needs a hug… or a karaoke night with other Zois. Who doesn’t?
Slipping: The Wet Floor Warning You Ignored
Why is everything a mess? The floor is wet from a busted pipe, and your Zoi is dancing around the puddles until- splat! Their head meets the floor. This is not a prank; it is permanent. Invest in non-slip rugs, fix your pipes or accept the risk of wet floor carnages.
Electric Shock: The Price of DIY
The TV’s broken again, but that doesn’t stop your Zoi from grabbing a screwdriver with confidence! (Even though they have no skill for it). Sparks fly! Not the good kind. One frayed wire, and they’re toast… literally. If you care for your Zoi, maybe don’t let them become an electrician; I don’t think they’re destined for the job.
Old Age: The One Exit We Can’t Avoid
Your Zoi has danced, loved, cried, sung and lived. Wrinkles begin to show and they’re in need of a walking stick. One morning, they could be sitting by the window and smiling as they close their eyes and they don’t open them. It’s okay if they survived that long… you should be proud of yourself. They didn’t just survive- you helped them live life.
Fire: The Blaze of Regret
It could be a sizzling pan or a microwave; one spark is all it takes. Boom- a fire has erupted, and your Zoi tries to put it out with a fire extinguisher, but the smoke thickens, flames begin to climb and escaping is looking less likely. You watch, unable to help, as their home becomes a tomb. All because you wanted your Zoi to cook. Make sure you watch closely what they cook.
Final Thoughts from the Other Side
Your Zoi is not just another character. They’re your responsibility, your creation and your sometimes whiny little buddy. Their life is made of yours and their choices, but sometimes, your mistakes. Everything may have consequences, but you should still love recklessly, decorate wildly and live every moment like it’s your last. In inZOI, it could be.
What are your thoughts on the InZOI death types in the currently early access version? Let us know in the comments below and check out our other guides, such as how to move households in InZOI.
It’s a Bit of a Fixer-Upper… A look at every new object within the Restoration Workshop Kit!
The Sims 4 Restoration Workshop Kit is one of three brand new Kits that dropped today, alongside Golden Years and Kitchen Clutter! There was much speculation pre-reveal about what exactly the latter would entail. Some speculated cars, but in reality this Kit is full of objects fit for any workshop or garage. Sims can now get hands-on with appliances in need of repair.
Let’s dive in and take a look at every object and swatch included in this brand-new Kit. Stick around until the end to hear my verdict on The Sims 4 Restoration Workshop Kit and find out whether it’s worth the asking price!
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The Sims 4 Restoration Workshop Kit: Features Overview
The Sims 4 Restoration Workshop includes 23 new objects and 1 wall swatch for Build-Buy mode! This includes 4appliances that come pre-broken, and it’s up to your Sims to return them to their former glory.
Kit Features
A Job Well Done – This kit includes 4 antique appliances — a microwave, coffee maker, refrigerator, and stove — in need of a little TLC. Sims with the Handiness skill can go to work restoring them to their former glory and making them functional again.
A Functional Space – Create a workshop that’ll inspire Sims to improve their skills! This space has modular shelves so you’ll have ample storage, plus interactive objects like a water heater, fuse box, floor fan, and woodworking bench.
Take a look below at every new object’s description and price!
Object Swatches
The Improvised Bucket Chair
Workshop Shelf – Short
Workshop Shelf – Tall
Tidy Tool Board
Workshop Wonders Shelf
Cluttered Tinkerer’s Table
The Tool Titan
The KraftMatic Ultra
HandySim Trolly
Metal Utility Sink
Volt-Vault Fuse Box
Semi-Reliable Water Heater
Sand, Sawdust, and More
Breezy Bliss Floor Fan
The Carpenter’s Caddy
Scrap Savvy Storage
Stackable Storage Tub
Craft-Master Toolkit
Astroluxe Fridge (Salvaged)
Astroluxe Stove (Salvaged)
Astroluxe Microwave (Salvaged)
Astroluxe Coffee Maker (Salvaged)
“The Glowstick” Fluorescent Light
Unfinished Workshop Wall
Object Functionality
Unlike many previous Kits (besides Bust the Bust, we don’t talk about Bust the Dust), this Kit features some new gameplay that we haven’t previously seen in The Sims 4. The new ‘Astroluxe‘ range of appliances can be restored to their former glory through the Restore interaction. When purchased from the catalogue, these objects will come pre-broken, cannot be duplicated, and the swatch can’t be changed once placed. It will take Sims at Level 1 of the Handiness skill around 5 hours to restore the stove and fridge, and around 2 and a half hours to restore the coffee maker and microwave.
Fixed variants of the appliances can be purchased by using the cheat [bb.showhiddenobjects] after enabling cheats with [testingcheats on]!
Styled Room
Unlike the past few Kits, The Sims 4 Restoration Workshop Kit comes with one styled room, the aptly named ‘The Restoration Workshop‘, which comes in three styles and costs §12,189!
Our Review of The Restoration Workshop Kit
Grungy, run-down, and broken objects are a personal favourite for me in The Sims 4. When The Sims 4 Restoration Workshop Kit was announced back in February, myself and other Simmers spent months speculating what exactly the Kit could entail. Many said it could come alongside a surprise addition of cars, however, I was sceptical of this. As it turns out, the Sims 4 Restoration Workshop Kit is all about restoring and refurbishing old appliances to make them run like new again!
When the Kit was first shown off just two days ago, I was delighted to see that this Kit comes with a handful of new grungey items for run-down spaces. This is something I love to see in The Sims 4. As with furniture in real life, not everything is pristine at all times! The standout additions that come with this Kit are the four pre-broken objects that your Sims can restore to their original condition. The 1950s aesthetic of these objects is something we haven’t seen much of in The Sims 4, and these four objects have me crying out for a full retro kitchen Kit!
As previously mentioned, these four appliances cannot be purchased in their pristine condition – this may come as an annoyance to some builders, however, you can always use the debug cheat! This kind of small gameplay feature is something I wish all Kits came with, as it truly feels like there is something new besides decoration and non-interactable clutter.
The items in this Kit, despite being marketed for a restoration workshop, are very versatile and can be used across art studios, garage spaces, and basements, just to name a few. I am super excited to see what Simmers come up with when building with this pack. I do hope The Sims Team expand on the “restore” interaction in the future, as there is a host of new gameplay opportunities that could come from the concept.
The Sims 4 Restoration Workshop Kit is a testament to the power of environmental storytelling in The Sims 4, and the teams that create such Kits. While it may not cater to those seeking sleek, modern aesthetics, it offers exciting new objects and small gameplay features for builders and storytellers alike. At the usual price of $4.99USD/£4.99 GBP, this Kit is, in my opinion, worth the price tag for those who love realistic additions to their Sims’ homes!
Three new Sims 4 Kits have just arrived to Desktop and Consoles!
It’s time for a new Sims 4 Kits release day! After announcing three new releases including Golden Years, Restoration Workshop and Kitchen Clutter Kits, EA and Maxis are rolling out the release of these Kits today.
Each Kit is retailed at $4.99USD, or a price equivalent to your local currency. Making today’s release day cost 15USD if you want to collect them all!
Here’s what’s included within each of the new Sims 4 Kits release. Including official features, objects preview and screens, as well as official links from where you can get these Kit releases.
The Sims 4 Kits Release Day: May 1st, 2025
The Sims 4 Kitchen Clutter Kit
Features
The kitchen is the hub of family life, so make yours look lived-in with The Sims™ 4 Kitchen Clutter Kit *. Tell stories about lives in-progress with everyday items, some of which are open or appear to be in use like groceries or a drying rack. This kit includes all the homey touches you need to make more realistic kitchens.
KEY FEATURES
Signs of Life — A whole lot of living happens in the kitchen, and this kit will help you highlight that with groceries, open cereal boxes, cleaning supplies, and more. There’s even a refrigerator with magnets and drawings to show the impact of the family on the space around them.
Family Friendly — The functional, family-focused items in this kit include a lunchbox, kitchen timer, recipe tablet, cookie jar, and more. Whether Sims are cooking or grabbing a quick bite to go, this kit has them covered. It’s perfect for busy families!
Complete satisfying repairs in your own versatile workshop with The Sims™ 4 Restoration Workshop Kit*. Take old, broken-down appliances and revive them with your Handiness skill. This kit will help you capture the full handy-Sim experience with shelves, workbenches, and other details for building a functional space.
KEY FEATURES
A Job Well Done: — This kit includes 4 antique appliances — a microwave, coffee maker, refrigerator, and stove — in need of a little TLC. Sims with the Handiness skill can go to work restoring them to their former glory and making them functional again.
A Functional Space — Create a workshop that’ll inspire Sims to improve their skills! This space has modular shelves so you’ll have ample storage, plus interactive objects like a water heater, fuse box, floor fan, and woodworking bench.
Dress Elder Sims in relaxed, practical styles tailored just for them with The Sims™ 4 Golden Years Kit*. Elder Sims have lived long, interesting lives! These comfortable looks will help them display their personalities wherever their stories take them next whether that’s the garden, the gym, or on a stroll through the neighborhood.
KEY FEATURES
Designed for Aging Sims — Tell the stories of aging Sims with clothing tailored specifically for Elder body types, as well as convenient accessories like glasses with straps, a toupee, gardening gloves, and more.
For Golden Lifestyles — With these fashions, Elder Sims will be able to express their individuality in understated ways. There are styles for gardening and working out, as well as comfortable clothes for everyday life.
Now that you can see the entire objects catalogue for all three of the new sims 4 Kits releases, we want to know which one you’ll be getting! We’ve created a simple poll below that lets you choose which Sims 4 Kit you got or plan to get.
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For a full review of the upcoming Sims 4 Kits releases stay tuned on Sims Community! We’ll have detailed previews of the Kit collections, swatches and more waiting for you very soon.
SixamCC is the incredibly talented Custom Content Creator whose work spans a variety of styles throughout The Sims 4. With a variety of collections for enhancing your Sims’ day to day life and homes as well as unique builds, collaborations and Mini Kits to name a few.
Now, they are no stranger to Sims Community however, we wanted to take the time to showcase their upcoming and purr-fect The Sims 4 Cat Café CC Pack.
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The Purr-fect Experience
Upon creating this feline-friendly Sims 4 Cat Café CC Pack, Sixam had a clear vision as to what it would look like. With the addition of The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies expansion pack, this vision was going to become a reality.
We all know how fun and adorable cat cafés are in real life, so why can’t your Sims have the same experience? Featuring a variety of cat themed objects and decor items as well as a functional pastry display, a brand-new espresso machine and many more objects to make the perfect cute and cozy coffee shop!
The My Purrfect Cat Café CC Pack comes with over thirty brand-new objects to help you create the best cat café you can in The Sims 4.
Here’s an overview of the new objects coming in this upcoming custom content pack.
Appliances: Coffee Grinder & Espresson Machine
Comfort: Loveseat & Dining Chair with a Ribbon Bow
Decorative: Outdoor Café Sign, Storage Containers, Tea Set, Syrup Bottles, Cookie Jars, Flyer Stand, Table Flyers, Wall Decals, Wall Menu Board and Digital Payment Terminal
Lighting: Ceiling Light in three different sizes and a Neon Sign in two variants
Pet Objects: Cat Cube, Scratching Post, Colour Cat Tree, Small Flowered-Shaped Cat Tree, Large Flower-Shaped Cat Tree and a Cat Food Bowl
Surfaces & Café Displays: Coffee Bar, Coffee Bar without Display, Functional Pastry Display, Hutch with Storage, Hutch with Open Shelves, Dining Table, Self-Service Entry Kiosk
It is important to note that some of the objects in this Sims 4 Cat Café CC Pack will require additional packs for full functionality.
Requires The Sims 4 Moschino Stuff Pack: Neon Lights
Requires The Sims 4 Get Together Expansion: Espresso Machine, Coffee Grinder and Bar Counter
Requires The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies Expansion: Outdoor Café Sign, Self-Service Kiosk and Functional Pastry Display
Requires The Sims 4 Cats & Dogs Expansion: Cat Cube, Scratching Post, Colourful Cat Tree, Small Flower-Shaped Cat Tree, Large Flower-Shaped Cat Tree and Cat Food Bowl
Let’s have a closer look at all the new objects that come with this Sims 4 Cat Café CC Pack from SixamCC!
Each of the new objects come in a range of colours, including a combination of fun pastel colours, brighter colours and some lovely and more neutral colours to choose from.
So, let’s create a nice, cozy cat café using Sixam’s My Purrfect Cat Café Custom Content Pack!
Building a Feline Friendly Café
Without hesitation, we jumped straight into building our own cozy cat café! Much like Sixam, we had our own vision in mind as well as a few packs that we thought would work great with the custom content pack.
After some experimenting with colours, placement and what objects we wanted to use. We had a small but workable cat café, ready to serve the local community. Only one thing was missing, our little furry friends!
With everything sorted, it was ready to open the doors for the first time!
As we were building out cozy cat café, we found that The Sims 4 High School Years Expansion had a lot of objects that would work well with Sixam’s content. Not only for the colour swatches, but also the objects that you could use when creating a Boba Tea Shop. Specifically, we incorporated Thrifttea Boba Tea Counter alongside the counters that came with My Purrfect Cat Café Pack.
For the main space of the Café, we utilized the larger cat tree and the seating options that also came in the new pack. These worked well as they continued with our cute and adorable yet somewhat cozy vibe that we were aiming for.
Yes, Nancy was angry every time she visited our little cat café for some reason too!
We added a few objects from The Sims 4 Cats & Dogs alongside those from The Sims 4 Cat Café CC pack to tie the last few bits together. With that we had a small yet promising and functional cat café.
What Do We Think?
If you are looking for a way to expand upon your experience with The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack, then, certainly have a look at Sixam’s upcoming collection. It is certainly a pack that is versatile and incorporates well with many of the existing additional packs we have in The Sims 4 line-up.
You can make a variety of different themed cat café’s from cute and adorable ones with lots of pastel and brighter colours, or go for a much cozier feeling with more neutral and fall colours.
There certainly are a number of different options to make the perfect small business for your Sims to manage, and a Cat Café really is one of the more unique experiences. You just need to find the right clientele, and you are good to go!
How to Download
If you are interested in downloading The Sims 4 My Purrfect Cat Café Custom Content Pack from Sixam CC, we’ve got all the details linked below!
This Custom Content Collection is available now from Sixam and is in its Early Access phase. Simply head over to Sixam’s Patreon to find out more on how to access it now via the link below.
However, this The Sims 4 Cat Café CC Pack will be releasing publicly shortly for free. Again, once released, you’ll be able to download this directly from Sixam’s Patreon.
Be sure to check out Sixam’s Cat Café Collection and their previous work to see if there is anything else that takes your fancy.
Why not let us know in the comments below what your dream Cat Café would look like!
What is the best world in the Sims 4? Over 10 years after the release of the Sims 4, the life simulation cornerstone has amassed a whopping 28 total worlds between the base game and all the additional DLC, including expansion packs, game packs, and more. From the classics like Willow Creek and Oasis Spring to new adventures like Ravenwood and Nordhaven, which world has the best there is to offer?
Release Date: September 2nd, 2014 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Base Game Neighborhood Amount: 6 Lot Amount: 21 Premade Families: 4 (Landgraab, Roomies, Zest, Caliente) Likely inspired by desert areas of North America like Arizona and New Mexico, Oasis Springs is one of the two original worlds from The Sims 4 Base Game. A valley of desert sands and rays of sunshine that experiences extreme heat waves and rare cold and snowy winters, Oasis Springs also contains the secret lot Forgotten Grotto, an abandoned mine accessed by Sims with level 10 handiness.
#2: Willow Creek
Release Date: September 2nd, 2014 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Base Game Neighborhood Amount: 6 Lot Amount: 21 Premade Families: 4 (Goth, BFF, Pancakes, Spencer-Kim-Lewis) Reminiscent of New Orleans’ with shotgun houses and French Colonial style buildings, Willow Creek is partially surrounded by a swampy canal. It experiences all four seasons with summers typically being extremely hot and at risk for thunderstorms, while winters can be a bitter cold with swirling blizzards. In Willow Creek’s neighborhood Foundry Cove, a tree can be accessed which leads players to a secret lot. Sylvan Glade is a dreamy landscape with pink-leafed trees, twinkling lightning bugs, and two fishing spots to catch rare fish.
#3: Newcrest
Release Date: June 11th, 2015 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Base Game Update Neighborhood Amount: 3 Lot Amount: 15 Premade Families: 0 (Completely empty world) Added in a base game update less than a year after the initial release of the Sims 4, Newcrest is a vaguely suburban world seemingly nearby Willow Creek but also possibly cities like San Myshuno, based on its in-game map. It is intended as a blank canvas for players to build upon as they wish, with less detail and story than the other base game neighborhoods. It generally experiences all four seasons, with a similar weather cycle and range to Willow Creek.
#4: Granite Falls
Release Date: January 13th, 2015 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Outdoor Retreat Neighborhood Amount: 2 Lot Amount: 7 Premade Families: 0 (Vacation World) The first vacation world to be added to The Sims 4, Granite Falls is a woodsy and lush forest with camp sites and lodging available for Sims to live out their rustic dreams on vacation. With details and imagery similar to the Pacific Northwest and its large forested areas, Granite Falls has a standard range of seasons from hot to warm Springs and Summers and cool to cold Winters and Falls. After successfully navigating a rabbit hole adventure menu, Sims can access the “Hermit’s House” in the Deep Woods.
#5: Magnolia Promenade
Release Date: March 31st, 2015 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Get to Work Neighborhood Amount: 1 Lot Amount: 4 (Get to Work Active Career lots are likely set in this world, but not accessible from the map) Premade Families: 0 Similarly to Newcrest, Magnolia Promenade seems to be connected to or an extension of Willow Creek as it carries similar architectural style, scenery, and seasonal patterns. This estimate is also supported by the world having a similar name to Magnolia Blossom Park, the large park lot in Willow Creek. Magnolia Promenade is intended to be used as a business or shopping district, added for the retail system in Get To Work.
#6: Windenburg
Release Date: December 7th, 2015 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Get Together Neighborhood Amount: 4 Lot Amount: 27 Premade Families: 8 (Behr, Bjergsen, Bro, Free Spirits, Fyres, Munch, Villareal) Windenburg was the first world added to The Sims 4 to diverge from the suburban and United States based architecture, with the original buildings seeming to be Germanic, Scandinavian, or generally European in nature. Most of the lots, excluding certain modern buildings, take inspiration from the German timber-framed buildings of the style Fachwerkhäuser. Windenburg is also the largest world, with 27 total lots, and experiences generally cooler or cold temperatures excluding hot summers.
#7: San Myshuno
Release Date: October 1st, 2016 Released With (Patch/Expansion): City Living Neighborhood Amount: 4 Lot Amount: 18 Premade Families: 8 (Benali, Bheeda, Feng, Jang, Karaoke Legends, Lobo, Pizzazz, Rasoya) San Myshuno is the first world to contain apartment buildings and is inspired by multiple bustling real-world cities. It seems to pull most of its inspiration from New York and Tokyo. Like most of the other worlds, San Myshuno experiences hot summers and freezing winters. It is also the first world to experience Festivals, including Humor & Hijinks, Geekcon, the Spice Festival, the Romance Festival, and the Flea Market.
#8: Forgotten Hollow
Release Date: January 24th, 2017 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Vampires Neighborhood Amount: 1 Lot Amount: 5 Premade Families: 2 (Straud, Vatore) Forgotten Hollow is a small world intended for vampires with its extended nighttime period compared to other worlds, allowing vampiric sims to be outside without the risk of burning to a crisp. Sunny weather during any time of the year is uncommon, with most seasons being cool to cold except for Summer, which has the occasional heatwave. The world seems to be generally inspired by Eastern Europe and older styles of architecture, and particularly takes inspiration from Transylvania.
#9: Brindleton Bay
Release Date: November 9th, 2017 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Cats & Dogs Neighborhood Amount: 4 Lot Amount: 16 Premade Families: 3 (Hecking, Lynx, Delgato) Brindleton Bay is a windy and warm town inspired by New England coastal towns, such as those found in Maine. Since it was shipped with the expansion pack Cats & Dogs, stray animals are often seen wandering and can be befriended and adopted by your sims. The mayor of the town is Mayor Whiskers, an adoptable stray cat, and the expansion pack it came with was the first to feature a pre-made same sex couple in the trailer and in the world itself, Brant & Brent Hecking.
#10: Selvadorada
Release Date: February 27th, 2018 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Jungle Adventures Neighborhood Amount: 2 Lot Amount: 7 Premade Families: 0 (Vacation World) Selvadorada is the second vacation world added to The Sims 4, with a humid jungle climate that never falls below warm temperatures and ancient ruins perfect for the aspiring archaeologist. The world seems to be inspired by Mesoamerican, Latin American, and Spanish cultures and areas.
#11: Del Sol Valley
Release Date: November 16th, 2018 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Get Famous Neighborhood Amount: 3 Lot Amount: 12 Premade Families: 3 (Jeong, Bailey-Moon, Ward, and 7 Additional Homeless Townies) Another coastal city that seems to be loosely inspired by Los Angeles, Del Sol Valley is a celebrity hub with multiple references to Hollywood; Starlight Boulevard, for example, is based on Hollywood Boulevard. From the in-game view, Del Sol Valley looks like its a compact and bustling suburban area, but it has more decorative shell homes than most worlds do. Del Sol Valley also has a very middle of the road climate, with both heatwaves and freezing temperatures not naturally occurring.
#12: Strangerville
Release Date: February 26th, 2019 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Strangerville Neighborhood Amount: 2 Lot Amount: 11 Premade Families: 3 (Sigworth, Eclectic Arts, Roswell) / Meet The Residents! Strangerville is a world added via the game pack with the same name, and is the first world with a storyline and quest system built into it for players to change the state of the world. Prior to finishing the main storyline, the town square is often swarmed with military personnel, scientists, and possessed townies. The area is roughly inspired by Arizona, Nevada, and other American Desert cities with the laboratory being a loose reference to Area 51. Seasons are usually cool to hot, with no freezing temperatures or snowfall being present.
#13: Sulani
Release Date: June 21st, 2019 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Island Living Neighborhood Amount: 3 Lot Amount: 14 Premade Families: 4 (Kahananui, Ngata, Hoapili, Kealoha, and 4 Additional Homeless Townies) / Meet The Residents! A group of volcanic islands surrounded by a deep blue ocean make up the world of Sulani, a world taking inspiration from multiple tropical island regions like the Polynesian Islands and the Hawaiian Islands. Seasons are typically warm to hot, humid, and Sulani was the first to include the specific weather type called Monsoons, which was later introduced to Tomarang in For Rent as well.
#14: Glimmerbrook
Release Date: September 10th, 2019 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Realm of Magic Neighborhood Amount: 1 Lot Amount: 5 Premade Families: 2 (Charm, Amicable Acolytes) / Meet The Residents! Based on the Pacific Northwest’s forests, like Granite Falls, Glimmerbrook is a small mystical world with an archway portal leading to a magical realm for spellcasters to practice their magic and purchase any necessary tools. It experiences all four seasons and is usually on the cooler side.
#15: Britechester
Release Date: November 15th, 2019 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Discover University Neighborhood Amount: 3 Lot Amount: 13 Premade Families: 4 (Pleasant, Elderberry, Best of Friends, Fletcher) / Meet The Residents! Britechester is split down the middle by the rival universities of Foxbury Institute and the University of Britechester, the former being inspired by many modern universities while the University of Britechester takes inspiration from the University of Oxford, specifically. Britechester is also the first college town in the Sims series to be a residential world, allowing for any and all Sims to live in the area without attending a university. The world experiences all four seasons but tends to eb rainy and cloudy in the non-winter seasons.
#16: Evergreen Harbor
Release Date: June 5th, 2020 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Eco Lifestyle Neighborhood Amount: 3 Lot Amount: 11 Premade Families: 4 (Greenburg, Harris, Sterling Rico, Tinker) / Meet The Residents! Evergreen Harbor, shipped with the Eco Lifestyle, is another world based on the Pacific Northwest but primarily small suburban and industrial areas. The world is centered around the Eco Footprint system introduced in the pack, with each neighborhood being in a different stage from Green to Industrial. Like other worlds based on this region, it is generally mild, experiences all four seasons, and has slightly warmer summers.
#17: Batuu
Release Date: September 8th, 2020 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Journey to Batuu Neighborhood Amount: 3 Lot Amount: 3 Premade Families: 0 (Vacation World) Another destination world, Batuu is the only world to be a direct port from another franchise, Star Wars, and is on another planet, similar to Sixam. It is a small desert world, centered around a questline based on the Star Wars lore, and has consistently warm weather with no snow or rain. It is one of multiple packs in the The Sims series to reference real-world brands or series, like Sims 4 Moschino Stuff and Sims 3 Katy Perry’s Sweet Treats.
#18: Mt. Komorebi
Release Date: November 13th, 2020 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Snowy Escape Neighborhood Amount: 3 Lot Amount: 14 Premade Families: 3 (Ito, Akiyama, Nishidake) / Meet The Residents! Inspired by semi-rural mountainous areas of Japan, Mt. Komorebi is the first world to be introduced with both rental and residential lots, and is primarily focused on festivals and extreme sports like skiing, snowboarding, and mountain climbing. Seasons-wise, it is a very cold region with very little warm weather and with winters containing blizzards and heavy snowfall.
#19: Henford-On-Bagley
Release Date: July 22nd, 2021 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Cottage Living Neighborhood Amount: 3 Lot Amount: 12 Premade Families: 6 (A New Start, Moody & McMillan, Scott, Watson, Chopra, Crumplebottom) / Meet The Residents! Inspired by English villages and UK countrysides, Henford-On-Bagley is a tight-knit community centered around agriculture, small businesses, and animal husbandry. The pack and included world encourage sims to cultivate most of their own goods, through in-game dialogue, competitions, and the “Simple Living” lot challenge. The world also adds returning NPCs like Agnes Crumplebottom, who is well-known for her prudish and PDA-hating ways. While it does experience all four seasons, they tend to be mild, cool, and very rainy.
#20: Tartosa
Release Date: February 23rd, 2022 Released With (Patch/Expansion): My Wedding Stories Neighborhood Amount: 2 Lot Amount: 9 Premade Families: 4 (Laurent, Markovic, Soto, Jaleel) / Meet The Residents! The sands and sun of Tartosa are largely inspired by countries like Italy, Croatia, Greece, and other coastal Mediterranean regions. A lot of references to Italy are apparent in the world, although the architecture is closer to other Mediterranean countries. With pretty mild seasons, Tartosa doesn’t experience snow or extreme heatwaves, with most days of the year being warm and possibly windy.
#21: Moonwood Mill
Release Date: June 16th, 2022 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Werewolves Neighborhood Amount: 1 Lot Amount: 5 Premade Families: 6 (Volkov, Howell, Oaklow, López, Wilder, Greg) / Meet The Residents! The third occult-centered world (excluding Sixam, as it not accessible through the map, and is not a residential nor vacation world), Moonwood Mill is another forested world likely taking inspiration from the Pacific Northwest, placing its location likely near Granite Falls, Glimmerbrook, and Evergreen Harbor. With all four seasons and cool winters, Moonwood Mill is the setting stage for the werewolf packs “Moonwood Collective” and “Wildfangs”.
#22: Copperdale
Release Date: July 28th, 2022 Released With (Patch/Expansion): High School Years Neighborhood Amount: 3 Lot Amount: 12 Premade Families: 3 (Harjo, Prescott, Price, and 3 Additional Homeless Townies) / Meet The Residents! Centered around the local Copperdale High School and a small town with a rich mining industry history, Copperdale is a town likely inspired by towns in the Rocky Mountains region of the United States. The world experiences all four seasons and has multiple attractions for your sims, including a pier with fair rides, fair food, and a nearby bubble tea and thrift shop called Thriftea.
#23: San Sequoia
Release Date: March 16th, 2023 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Growing Together Neighborhood Amount: 3 Lot Amount: 12 Premade Families: 5 (Michaelson, Robles, Robles-Ruano, Luna-Sullivan, and… just Kyle.) / Meet The Residents! A direct inspiration of the San Francisco Bay region of the United States, San Sequoia has two regions connected by a large bridge (likely based on the Golden Gate Bridge) and pushes for a close-knit community and familial activities. Because it is a coastal town, it tends to be warmer with winters not getting colder than the “Cool” temperature with Seasons installed.
#24: Chestnut Ridge
Release Date: July 20th, 2023 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Horse Ranch Neighborhood Amount: 3 Lot Amount: 13 Premade Families: 5 (The Nectar Making Duo, Grove, Sienna & Flapjack, Crinkletop) / Meet The Residents! Like Strangerville, Chestnut Ridge takes inspiration from the desert region of the United States, including Nevada, Arizona, and other arid states. The world is large, not in the amount of lots, but rather in the total size of each neighborhood to allow for long rides with horses, which were introduced in the same pack. Although it is a desert, Chestnut Ridge experiences all four seasons and can experience freezing cold temperatures and snowstorms.
#25: Tomarang
Release Date: December 7th, 2023 Released With (Patch/Expansion): For Rent Neighborhood Amount: 2 Lot Amount: 9 Premade Families: 5 (Cahyaputri, Linh-Sadya, Linh, Bun Ma, Li) / Meet The Residents! As another tropical world that experiences Monsoons like Sulani does, Tomarang instead takes inspiration from Southeast Asia, primarily the countries of the Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia. With a humid, hot, and generally tropical climate, Tomarang has unique activities including its Tiger Sanctuary and Night Market.
#26: Ciudad Enamorada
Release Date: July 25th, 2024 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Lovestruck Neighborhood Amount: 3 Lot Amount: 13 Premade Families: 3 (Nadir, Dynamic Daters, López) Based on the cities of Mexico, Ciudad Enamorada is a city of love for the Sims 4. With a hot climate that can also experience Monsoons, like Tomarang and Sulani, Ciudad Enamorada is both residential and it comes with rentals for Sims to stay while vacationing in the world. The lots in the world push for love and romance with a bustling nightlife, beautiful scenery, and a very convenient hotel for sims to stay at (Or to meet up with certain wealthy weirdos…).
#27: Ravenwood
Release Date: October 31st, 2024 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Life & Death Neighborhood Amount: 3 Lot Amount: 13 Premade Families: 4 (Izadi-Gomes, Gomes, Aether, Specter) Also heavily based on Transylvania, like Forgotten Hollow, Ravenwood is a city that embraces death and the afterlife, with the neighborhood of Mourningvale being intimately aware of what comes after death. As the home of the Netherworld Department of the Reaper career, Ravenwood is the first world to cemeteries and has festivals and events centered around the celebration of life, death, and everything in between. While it is a colder world, snow and freezing temperatures do not occur in Ravenwood.
#28: Nordhaven
Release Date: March 6th, 2025 Released With (Patch/Expansion): Businesses & Hobbies Neighborhood Amount: 2 Lot Amount: 12 Premade Families: 7 (Koopman, Urbane Housesharers, Sarpong, Loden, Hoffman, Nyhus, Amri) As the first obviously Scandinavian-inspired world in The Sims 4, Nordhaven is a close-knit community, promoting small businesses, honing crafts and hobbies, helping your neighbors, and indulging in all the sweet things life has to offer (Although shady characters do pepper the economy of Nordhaven, like that good ol’ Trashley Reelperson). Since it is another coastal harbor city, it does experience all four seasons with slightly warmer temperatures in the Summer, but it can get snowfall in the Winter.
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Vote below for which world you think is the best world in The Sims 4! You can pick up to two worlds of your choice.
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Have you ever wondered what a day in the life of InZOI looks like? Well, you’re in luck, as today we’ll be sharing an insight into one of the many ZOI’s that reside within the Sims Community Team!
A typical day in the life of inZOI can look very different for everyone and every ZOI. However, first things first, we need to introduce our ZOI and give you an insight into who they are, what makes them a ZOI, and, just give you a little bit of a backstory.
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Meet Our ZOI
Meet Julie, one of the latest ZOI’s to move into the Dowon Neighbourhood. Julie is a young adult and high school graduate who has recently moved into town and is setting her sights on something big. What that is, she’s not quite sure of just yet.
Julie has always been creative, with a love of music, dance and art. Is it time for Julie to make her move to university to continue her studies? Maybe it’s time to make a career out of her passions which, is something that Dowon could accommodate. After all, her ambition is to be the Voice of Heaven as well as having the traits of an Entertainer.
Providing that there is nothing that means making repairs to everyday objects or having to read any more non-fiction books than is absolutely necessary, then life in Dowon might just be what Julie needs.
Before moving to Downon, a day in the Life of InZOI for her was filled with finishing off her studies at the local high school, hanging out with friends and learning more about dance and music.
Apartment Living
Upon arriving in Dowon, the first thing Julie had to do was find somewhere to live. Apartment viewing, as a day In the life of InZOI, was challenging. With several viewings for potential apartments, I settled on one in Dowon Villa. Perfect for a single ZOI like Julie to start getting her bearings in a new environment.
As for furnishing, we used one of the presets that was assigned to this particular apartment. With lots of pinks and pretty pastel shades, as well as plenty of natural lighting, the apartment was perfect!
A Day in the Life of InZOI
But what does a day in the life of InZOI typically look like? Well, we are about to find out more!
For our ZOI of choice, Julie, there currently is a wave of freedom surrounding her, so it’s the perfect time to familiarise ourselves with Dowon and get to know some of the locals.
Dowon is packed full of things to do from visiting Central Park, the karaoke bar, and local art galleries to gaming cafés, photo studios and more! There truly is no shortage of things to do!
Four Wheeled Freedom
Before starting our exploration adventure around Dowon, as well as walking and using the subway, we decided to get Julie a car. This was so we could also check out how well driving around the city was!
Buying a car is easy! Simply head to your ZOI’s mobile phone. Select the Dream Car app. From there you’ll head to the Buy tab, select your car, and you are good to go! You’ll just need to ensure you enable the manual driving option from the gameplay settings to allow you to take control of the car.
Driving is easy in game, you just use the same controls you would for moving your ZOI around. Just be careful not to crash into other cars, as your ZOI may end up in a heated conversation with another ZOI!
Starting The Day Right
Much like in The Sims, our ZOI’s have their own needs that we need to take care of. After a good night’s sleep, it’s time for the most important meal of the day, breakfast, and with that we’ve got the ball rolling for a day in the life of InZOI.
With food and drink out of the way, normal morning routines done, it was time to think about the day ahead. Remember, Julie currently doesn’t have any kind of job and isn’t currently attending university in Dowon.
Let’s head out into Dowon!
Exploring Dowon
First up, we checked out our schedule to see if there were any events on and to make sure we didn’t clash with any other planned events on the radar. As it was still early in the day, we headed to Harang River Park for a spot of fishing! This was the first time we had been fishing but proved to be something fun to pass sometime.
For our next task, Julie swung by Jenna Fashion to purchase a couple of new outfits. The first one, a floral midi dress with trainers, wasn’t quite a hit but the second outfit, a sparkling purple outfit combo was perfect!
Next, and likely the last place to check out, is the Karaoke Rooms. Here we had Julie interact with a few other ZOI’s, get to know a few more of the Dowon locals, and also take the time to sing a few songs while improving her skills.
With that, the day was coming to an end, and it was time to head home, ready to get a good night sleep. Even though it was not an overly eventful day, it was nice to explore Dowon, whether it was walking through one of the parks, catching the subway to another area of the neighbourhood or just going for a relaxing drive around the city!
As much as it was fun to have a relaxing day out and about, it was certainly time to decide. Does Julie jump into a typical nine to five career of some description or, do we return to studying at university?
Starting University
Well, until now Julie wasn’t attending university but what better way to kick off the weekend by enrolling at the University of Youngsung where Julie will be studying as a Multimedia Arts Major three times a week.
With a big challenge ahead, who knows what lays ahead of Julie. New friends, new experiences, new challenges and many memories to be made in InZOI. Check back again soon as we may have more tales to tell and more of an insight into a day in the life of InZOI once Julie has settled in a little more!
What does a day in the life on InZOI look like for you and your ZOI’s? Drop a comment below to let us know!
Running a small business in The Sims 4 can be a delightful challenge, but let’s face it—sometimes the base game just doesn’t cut it. Whether you’re managing a cosy café, a trendy boutique, or a bustling beauty salon, these 12 mods will transform your entrepreneurial journey from mundane to magnificent. Get ready to enhance your gameplay, streamline operations, and add that extra flair to your Sim’s business ventures with new The Sims 4 Businesses and Hobbies mods!
We’ve rounded up 12 epic, game-enhancing mods that will make your businesses smoother, snazzier, and way more fun. From functional beauty salons to alarms that actually tell you they’re working (gasp!), this list is your cheat sheet to becoming the Simlish Jeff Bezos, minus the space rockets.
The Sims 4 Businesses and Hobbies Mods
130 New Small Business Logos
Tired of the same generic signage? Time to rebrand, baby.
This mod drops a *whole* collection of 130 sleek, stylish business logos straight into your game. Whether you’re running a boho juice bar or a high-end tattoo parlour, now you can actually make it look the part. Minimalist? Retro? Eclectic? There’s something for every vibe.
Because five activities just aren’t enough for a true multitasking mogul.
This mod bumps your business activity cap from 5 to 8, so you can finally run that chaotic combo: café + yoga studio + art gallery all under one roof. Go big or go home, right?
Bring that serene, spa-like Mt. Komorebi energy into your business.
Add immersive, culturally inspired customer interactions straight out of the snowy mountain retreat. Think tea ceremonies, meditation circles, and other chill vibes. Perfect for spas, wellness centres, or that one Sim who insists on selling incense with every purchase.
This genius little mod lets Sims on the lot take over vendor stalls, which means no more awkward empty booths or you awkwardly micromanaging everything.
Artists, rejoice: no more rolling the creative dice.
Ever wanted to paint something specific instead of hoping for the best? This mod adds a picker to the easel so you can finally choose which painting your Sim creates—a total game-changer for art studios or freelance painters trying to match their decor.
Because blinking and missing the alarm sound is SO last patch.
This mod gives you a visual heads-up when the alarm is turned on or off—perfect for players who multitask or forget what they were doing 20 seconds ago (guilty). It’s a small touch but adds a massive slice of realism.
Open a beauty salon where your Sim can actually earn money giving makeovers, haircuts, and glam sessions. Think Queer Eye: Sim Edition. Bonus points if you create a runway for dramatic reveals.
Whether your business needs a social club or just more tailored actions, this mod lets you add hyper-specific activities for both customers and employees. Host a painting class or have your employees run yoga sessions—it’s like a sandbox of productivity.
Say goodbye to the weird blue/green mask when applying tattoos in paint mode. This mod strips it away so your ink designs are crisp, clean, and banding-free. Tattoo artists, you’re welcome.
This mod adds over 1,500 new icons for clubs, small businesses, holidays, and even SimTuber avatars. If you’re deep into branding, this is your dream come true.
This mod removes the annoying restriction that forces businesses to close after 23 hours. Now, if you want to run a 24-hour bakery, tattoo parlour, or dance club, go right ahead. Who needs sleep anyway?
The cute little checkout upgrade you didn’t know you needed.
This sleek replacement for the clunky default kiosk is perfect for modern cafés, boutiques, or tech-savvy pop-up shops. It’s minimalist, functional, and totally in-vibe.
And there you have it—12 The Sims 4 Businesses and Hobbies mods that’ll take your small business from bare-bones to boss-level. Whether you’re going for cosy-cottagecore vibes or running a sleek city-style spa, these mods give you the tools to build your dream business with depth, flair, and a whole lot of fun.
