The Sims 4 arrived to the masses on September 2, 2014, in North America with a Mac version of the game that wasn’t released until February 17th of the following year. The Sims 4 is a game that truly needs no introduction. The game currently has over 70 million players worldwide across all platforms. So if you’re clicking this comprehensive guide, most likely you have heard of The Sims in some way, shape, or form. But just in case you haven’t, The Sims 4 focuses on creating and controlling a neighborhood of virtual people, called “Sims”. Developed by Maxis and produced by Electronic Arts, the game currently sits at 70 on Metacritic.
The Sims 4 Has A Lot of DLC
The Sims 4 has over 70 DLCs but most of them are just individual items you can place into your Sims world. So instead of deep-diving into every single DLC item, I intend to talk specifically about the expansion packs. If you’re curious about the other DLC or just want an extensive list of what is available you can find it below. All DLC listed are available for purchase :
Game Packs In The Sims 4
Game Packs are generally smaller than Expansion Packs but include more content than the Stuff Packs.
- The Sims 4: Outdoor Retreat (January 2015)
- The Sims 4: Spa Day (July 2015)
- The Sims 4: Dine Out (June 2016)
- The Sims 4: Vampires (January 2017)
- The Sims 4: Parenthood (May 2017)
- The Sims 4: Jungle Adventure (February 2018)
- The Sims 4: StrangerVille (February 2019)
- The Sims 4: Realm of Magic (September 2019)
- The Sims 4: Journey to Batuu (September 2020)
- The Sims 4: Dream Home Decorator (June 2021)
- The Sims 4: My Wedding Stories (February 2022)
- The Sims 4: Werewolves (June 2022)
Stuff Packs in The Sims 4
The second-smallest of DLC types. They include a smaller set of items and aren’t released commonly.
- The Sims 4: Luxury Party Stuff (May 2015)
- The Sims 4: Perfect Patio Stuff (June 2015)
- The Sims 4: Cool Kitchen Stuff (August 2015)
- The Sims 4: Spooky Stuff (September 2015)
- The Sims 4: Movie Hangout Stuff (January 2016)
- The Sims 4: Romantic Garden Stuff (February 2016)
- The Sims 4: Kids Room Stuff (June 2016)
- The Sims 4: Backyard Stuff (July 2016)
- The Sims 4: Vintage Glamour Stuff (December 2016)
- The Sims 4: Bowling Night Stuff (March 2017)
- The Sims 4: Fitness Stuff (June 2017)
- The Sims 4: Toddler Stuff (August 2017)
- The Sims 4: Laundry Day Stuff (January 2018)
- The Sims 4: My First Pet Stuff (March 2018)
- The Sims 4: Moschino Stuff (August 2019)
- The Sims 4: Tiny Living Stuff (January 2020)
- The Sims 4: Nifty Knitting Stuff (July 2020)
- The Sims 4: Paranormal Stuff (January 2021)
- The Sims 4: Home Chef Hustle Stuff (September 2023)
Kits In The Sims 4
Kits are the smallest and cheapest DLC available and usually feature a very small selection of objects, clothes, and gameplay elements.
- The Sims 4: Bust the Dust Kit (March 2021)
- The Sims 4: Country Kitchen Kit (March 2021)
- The Sims 4: Throwback Fit Kit (March 2021)
- The Sims 4: Courtyard Oasis Kit (May 2021)
- The Sims 4: Industrial Loft Kit (August 2021)
- The Sims 4: Fashion Street Kit (October 2021)
- The Sims 4: Incheon Arrivals Kit (October 2021)
- The Sims 4: Blooming Rooms Kit (November 2021)
- The Sims 4: Modern Menswear Kit (December 2021)
- The Sims 4: Carnaval Streetwear Kit (February 2022)
- The Sims 4: Décor to the Max Kit (March 2022)
- The Sims 4: Moonlight Chic Kit (May 2022)
- The Sims 4: Little Campers Kit (May 2022)
- The Sims 4: First Fits Kit (September 2022)
- The Sims 4: Desert Luxe Kit (September 2022)
- The Sims 4: Pastel Pop Kit (November 2022)
- The Sims 4: Everyday Clutter Kit (November 2022)
- The Sims 4: Simtimates Collection Kit (January 2023)
- The Sims 4: Bathroom Clutter Kit (January 2023)
- The Sims 4: Greenhouse Haven Kit (April 2023)
- The Sims 4: Basement Treasures Kit (April 2023)
- The Sims 4: Book Nook Kit (June 2023)
- The Sims 4: Grunge Revival Kit (June 2023)
- The Sims 4: Poolside Splash (September 2023)
- The Sims 4: Modern Luxe Kit (September 2023)
Expansions In The Sims 4
Expansion Packs are the largest DLC you can buy in The Sims 4. These provide all-new gameplay features, worlds, and even additional items to customize your sims and lots with.
The Sims 4: Get to Work (March 2015)
The very first expansion pack for The Sims 4. It was released in North America on March 31, 2015, in digital and physical formats for PC, and digital for Mac.
New Features
- A new independent neighborhood – Magnolia Promenade.
- Three active careers: Detective, Doctor, and Scientist.
- Sims can have retail businesses.
- Sim-like playable aliens.
New Objects
- Cash register
- Chemical analyzer
- Chemistry lab
- Cloning machine
- Invention Constructor
- Mannequins
- Photo Studio
- Satellite dish
- SimRay
- Vending machine
- Wormhole generator
- X-ray machine
New Lot assignment
- Retail
New Radio Station
- Easy Listening
New Television Channel
- !#*%&$@% (exclusive to Aliens)
New Skill
- Baking
New Collectibles
- Geodes
- Plants
- Fang Flower
- Glow Orb
- Quill Fruit
- Metals
- Blutonium
- Solarium
- Crystals
- Crandestine
- Nitelite
Other New Features
- New secret lot: Sixam
- Hospital births
- Illness system
Is The Sims 4: Get To Work Worth The Money?
It really depends, if you’re interested in the career features I would definitely recommend it. Also, the expansion pack is priced at 39.99 USD which is a little steep but these packs go on sale frequently for about 16 USD which is a much more reasonable price in my opinion.
The Sims 4: Get Together (December 2015)
The second expansion pack for The Sims 4. It was released in North America on December 8, 2015, and it was released in Europe on December 10, 2015.
New Features
- Windenburg – a brand new world that is based in Northern Europe. This world includes four neighborhoods and a total of 27 lots.
- Clubs – A new feature that works similarly to outings in The Sims 2 and The Sims 3.
New Objects
- Bonfire
- Closets
- Dance floors
- Dartboard
- Diving platforms
- DJ booths
- Don’t Wake the Llama
- Espresso bars
- Foosball table
- Multiplayer arcade machine
- Party bushes
New Lot assignment
- Café
New Traits
- Dance Machine
- Insider
New Radio Station
- Breakbeats (DJ booth)
- Chill Out (DJ booth)
- Chip Tune (DJ booth)
- Drum ‘n’ Bass (DJ booth)
- Groovin’ (DJ booth)
- Hip Hop (DJ booth)
- House (DJ booth)
- Machine (DJ booth)
- Noise (DJ booth)
- Remixes (DJ booth)
New Skill
- Dancing
- DJ Mixing
New Aspirations
- Leader of the Pack
Other New Features
- Sims can pick a nude outfit
- Emotional texts
- Natural pool colors
- Special Bar Nights & Happy Hours
- New foods and drinks exclusive to bars
- Barista and DJ NPCs
- Dance party social event
- New WooHoo locations: Closet and WooHoo bush
Is The Sims 4: Get Together Worth The Money?
Honestly, this one has much more to offer than the previous expansion and for the same price too. Get Together is a must-have.
The Sims 4: City Living (November 2016)
The third expansion pack for The Sims 4. It was released in North America on November 1, 2016, and in Europe on November 3, 2016. The console version was released on November 17, 2017.
New Features
- A new world named San Myshuno – Heavily inspired by around the world major modern cities like Tokyo, San Francisco, and New York City. San Myshuno is divided into four neighborhoods and has a total of 18 lots with 21 apartment units.
- Apartments – Apartments offer new gameplay compared to normal residential lots, such as landlords, paying rent, various types of pests, and close-quarter neighbors.
- Penthouses
- Festivals – Sims can now attend different festivals. There are five festivals: Geekcon, Humor and Hijinks Festival, Romance Festival, Spice Festival, and Flea Market which take place around the different districts of San Myshuno for a two-week cycle.
- New Careers: Critic, Politician, and Social Media.
New Objects
- Basketball court
- Bubble bar
- Bubble bottles
- Busking area
- Fireworks
- Food stalls
- Game consoles
- Karaoke machine
- Keyboard
- Podium
- Street Gallery
- Street vendor table
- Talking toilet
- Wall and ground murals
New Lot assignment
- Arts center
- Karaoke bar
New Trait
- Unflirty
New Lot Traits/Challenges
- Chef’s Kitchen
- Quake Zone
- Good Schools
- Mean Vibe
- Home Studio
- Sunny Aspect
- Cursed
- Grody
- Gremlins
- Penny Pixies
- Party Place
- Filthy
- Haunted
- Romantic Aura
- Great Soil
- Child’s Play
- On Ley Line
- Gnomes
New Radio Station
- Talk Radio
- World
New Television Channel
- Civic Public Access
- PolitiSim
- World Culture Network
New Skill
- Singing
New Aspiration
- City Native
New Collectibles
- City Posters
- Snow Globes
- Fish
- Tuna
- Pufferfish
New Type Of Death
- Death by Pufferfish
Other New Features
- Sims can visit rabbit hole venues
- Street performing
- Spices
- Landlord and Vendor NPCs
Is The Sims 4: City Living Worth The Money?
This is the first expansion I bought and I love everything it added to the game. The addition of Apartments was enough for me to purchase it but there is so much more available that I can’t recommend this expansion enough.
The Sims 4: Cats & Dogs (November 2017)
The fourth expansion pack for The Sims 4. It was released worldwide on November 10, 2017. The console version was released on July 31, 2018.
New Features
- Brindleton Bay – A new world based on New England seafront towns. Brindleton Bay includes four neighborhoods and a total of 16 lots.
- Cats & Dogs – Sim can now own cats and dogs as pets. Unlike previous games, the pets cannot be controlled and there isn’t a cheat that will allow you to do so.
- Vet Clinics
New Objects
- Cat condos
- Food bowls
- Food stalls
- Litter boxes
- Medicine vending machine
- Mouse hole
- Pet exam table
- Pet obstacle courses
- Pet surgery station
- Pet toy box
- Robot vacuum
- Scratching posts
- Vet crafting table
New Lot assignment
- Vet clinic
New Traits
- Animal Affection (Bonus Trait for the Animal aspiration)
- Animal Whisperer (Reward Trait for Friend of the Animals aspiration)
- Cat Lover
- Dog Lover
New Lot Traits
- Breeding Grounds
- Cat Friendly
- Cat Hangout
- Dog Friendly
- Dog Hangout
- Training Ground
New Radio Station
- Singer-Songwriter
New Skill
- Pet Training
- Veterinarian
New Aspiration
- Friend of the Animals
New Collectibles
- Feathers
- Plants
- Catnip
- Madnip
- Napnip
- Nuzzlenip
Other New Features
- Stray pets
- Gourmet pet food
- Pet treats
- Simstagram accounts for pets
- Mystery boxes found by pets
- New WooHoo location: Brindleton Bay’s lighthouse
Is The Sims 4: Cats & Dogs Worth The Money?
Absolutely. Look at this little fella…
I’ll take 10.
The Sims 4: Seasons (June 2018)
The fifth expansion pack for The Sims 4. It was released on June 22, 2018, and the console version was released on November 13, 2018.
New Features
- Seasons and weather
- Updated climates for the worlds
- Customizable Holidays
- Calendars
New Objects
- Beekeeper box
- Christmas tree
- Flower arranging table
- Food stalls
- Holiday decorations box
- Kiddie pool
- Money tree
- Patchy the Straw Man
- Presents
- Scouting board
- Skating rinks
- Snowpals
- Sprinklers
- Swings
- Thermostat
- Umbrella racks
- Water balloon bucket
- Weather-controlling machine
New Traits
- Animal Affection (Bonus Trait for the Animal aspiration)
- Animal Whisperer (Reward Trait for Friend of the Animals aspiration)
- Cat Lover
- Dog Lover
New Lot Traits
- Breeding Grounds
- Cat Friendly
- Cat Hangout
- Dog Friendly
- Dog Hangout
- Training Ground
New Radio Station
- Summer Strut
New Careers
- Weather Forecast
- Countdown to Midnight
New Skills
- Flower arranging
- Skating (secret skill)
New Aspiration Reward Traits
- Heat Acclimation
- Cold Acclimation
- Iceproof
- Waterproof
- Storm Chaser
New Collectibles
- Plants
- Begonia
- Christmas Rose
- Crocus
- Dahlia
- Holly
- Snowdrop
- Green Bean
- Bell Pepper
- Green Peas
New Types Of Death
- Death by Flowers
- Death by Freezing
- Death by Lightning
- Death by Overheating
Other New Features
- Outerwear clothing
- Mud/Snowball/Water balloon fights
- Holiday crafts
- Grand meals
- Gift giving
- Singing holiday songs
- Making snow angels
- Taking showers in the rain
- Playing in the rain
- Lightning bending
- Father Winter and Flower Bunny NPCs
- New WooHoo location: Leaf pile
Is The Sims 4: Seasons Worth The Money?
This one is not worth the money. The content added is lacking when compared to the previous two expansions.
The Sims 4: Get Famous (November 2018)
The sixth expansion pack for The Sims 4. It was released on November 16, 2018, for PC and Mac, and on February 12, 2019, for the console versions.
New Features
- Del Sol Valley – A new world that is based on Los Angeles.
- Fame and Reputation
- Acting Career
New Objects
- Bouncer doors
- Celestial Crystal Crown
- Drones
- Green screens
- Money vault
- Music station
- Styling station
- Sleeping pods
- Stage props
- Vault door
- Video station
- Wardrobe platform
- Water garden
New Traits
- Self-Absorbed
New Lot Traits
- Hottest Spot in Town
- Up-and-Coming Hotspot
- Celebrity Home
New NPCs
- Bouncers
- Make-up artists
- Directors
- Actors
- A-Listers
- Fans
- Paparazzi
New Pre-made Townies
- Baby Ariel
- Kayla Flemming
- Izzy Fabulous
- Brytani Cho
- Dustin Broke
- Dirk Dreamer
- Holly Alto
New Careers
- Actor (active career)
- Drama Club (afterschool activity)
New Skills
- Acting
- Media production
New Aspirations
- World-Famous Celebrity (Popularity)
- Master Actor (Creativity)
Other New Features
- Reputation
- Scars and gold teeth in Create a Sim
- Blind dates
- Giving residence keys to good friends
- New WooHoo locations: Sleeping pod and money vault
Is The Sims 4: Get Famous Worth The Money?
This is definitely one of the more worth-it expansions out of the bunch. It is the first expansion pack to focus solely on celebrity life and fame since the very first Sims game.
The Sims 4: Island Living (June 2019)
The seventh expansion pack for The Sims 4. It was released on June 21, 2019, for PC and Mac. The Console versions came later on July 16, 2019.
New Features
- Sulani – A three-island world.
- Ohan’ali Town – This is where most lots on the islands reside and is notably the most inhabited island on Sulani.
- Lani St. Taz – a tropical paradise where the beaches are filled with white sand and warm water.
- Mua Pel’am – Nature rules over this island, from the volcano to a waterfall to a cave. There are no Sims that live on this island.
- Mermaids
New Objects
- Beach supplies vending machine
- Beach towels
- Bonfire
- Canoes
- Fish traps
- Float loungers
- Food stalls
- Sand sculptures
- Swings
- Water scooters
New Lot Assignment
- Beach
New Traits
- Child of the Islands
- Child of the Ocean
New Lot Traits
- Oceanic Paradise
- Island Spirits
- Volcanic Activity
New Radio Station
- Island Radio
New Careers
- Conservationist
New Part-Time Jobs
- Diver
- Fisherman
- Lifeguard
New Skills
- Flower arranging
- Skating (secret skill)
New Aspiration
- Beach Life (Location)
New Collectibles
- Buried Treasures
- Fish
- Celestial Grouper
- Clownfish
- Mahi Mahi
- Neon Angelfish
- Fighting Plakat
- Parrotfish
- Butterflyfish
- Green Plakat
- Bluefin Tuna
- Leopard Shark
- Scorpionfish
- Royal Sabrefish
- Swordfish
- Golden Mahi Mahi
- Plants
- Coconut
- Pineapple
- Taro Root
- Kava Root
- Seashells
- Underwater Photos
Other New Features
- Ocean swimming
- Residential beach lots
- Pier ladders
- Building sand castles
- Dolphins
- Sharks
- Turtles
- Seagulls
- Snorkeling
- Floating
- Suntanning/Sun burning
- Volcanic activity, such as eruptions
- Odd jobs
- Festivals
- Elemental spirits
- Kava parties
- New WooHoo location: waterfall
Is The Sims 4: Island Living Worth The Money?
This is a definite must for Sims 4 players in 2023. The island living expansion has a surplus of new content and worlds to explore. Also, the addition of Mermaids provides a new way to play the game.
The Sims 4: Discover University (November 2019)
The eighth expansion pack for The Sims 4. It was released on November 15, 2019, on PC and on December 17, 2019, on consoles.
New Features
- Britechester – a new world with two universities: the University of Britechester and Foxbury Institute, and an off-campus neighborhood named Gibbs Hill.
- Degrees – Introduces 13 degrees for sims to work towards.
New Objects
- Bathroom stalls
- Bicycles
- Cafeteria station
- Communal shower
- Juice keg
- Mini-fridge
- Personal storage chest
- Ping-pong table
- Quadcopter
- Soccer ball
- Electromagnetic Research Archive Machine
New Lot Assignments
- Foxbury Commons
- UBrite Commons
- University Housing
New Traits
- Self-Absorbed
New Lot Traits
- Study Spot
- University Student Hang Out
New Life State
- Servo
New Types of Death
- Catastrophic Meltdown (Servos only)
- Overexertion (By transferring too much knowledge into the Electromagnetic Research Archive Machine in a short time period)
New Careers
- Education
- Engineer
- E-Sports Competitor (afterschool activity)
- Law
- Soccer Team Player (afterschool activity)
New Skills
- Research & Debate
- Robotics
New Aspirations
- Academic (Knowledge)
Other New Features
- Facial piercings
- Minimalistic tattoos
- Repo-men
- Roommates
- Scholarships
- Secret society
- Shower WooHoo
- Skill classes
- Student loans
- Student organizations
Is The Sims 4: Discover University Worth The Money?
Any expansion that provides more gameplay opportunities will usually be worth the money but I have to champion this one specifically because it made making teenage sims so much more interesting.
The Sims 4: Eco Lifestyle (June 2020)
The ninth expansion pack for The Sims 4. It was released on June 5, 2020, for both PC, Mac, and consoles.
New Features
- Evergreen Harbor – A new world based on the industrial harbor towns of the Northwestern United States.
- Eco footprint – a game mechanic built around how contaminated the world is.
New Objects
- Candle-making station
- Community voting board
- Atmospheric water generators and dew collectors
- Dumpster
- Fabricator
- Hydroponic garden planter
- Afizzionissimi Fizzing Station
- Fuel-powered generator
- Insect farm
- Recycler
- Solar panels and solar-paneled roofing
- Wind turbine
- Vertical garden planter[4]
New Lot Assignments
- Community space
New Traits
- Freegan
- Green fiend
- Maker
- Recycle disciple
New Lot Traits
- Eco Lot
- Geothermal
- Landfill Lot
- Natural Well
- Reduce and Recycle
New Radio Station
- Americana
New Aspirations
- Eco Innovator (Nature)
- Master Maker (Creativity)
New Careers
- Civil Designer
New Career Branch
- Crafter branch for the freelancer career
New Skills
- Fabrication
- Juice fizzing
New Types of Death
- Death by beetles
- Death by being swarmed by flies
New Weather Type
- Acid rain
New WooHoo Location
- Dumpster
Other New Features
- Dumpster diving
- Fizzy juice crafting
- Furniture making
- Influence
- Selling surplus water and electricity for reduced bills and profit
- Neighborhood action plans
Is The Sims 4: Eco Lifestyle Worth The Money?
I would say this expansion is not worth the money. If being able to be eco-friendly in the game excites you then you might disagree but for my personal preferences, this isn’t for me. Different strokes for different folks and all.
The Sims 4: Snowy Escape (November 2020)
The tenth expansion pack for The Sims 4. It was released on November 13, 2020, for both PC, Mac, and consoles.
New Features
- Mt. Komorebi – A new snowy and mountainous world inspired by Japanese architecture.
- Lifestyles – These work similarly to traits, however, they are acquired through normal gameplay by exhibiting certain behaviors.
New Objects
- Food stalls
- Hot pot
- Hot springs
- Kotatsu tables
- Party bush
- Snowpals
- Tent
- Vending machines
New Lot Assignments
- Onsen bathhouse
New Traits
- Adventurous
- Proper
New Radio Station
- Japanese Folk
New Aspirations
- Extreme Sports Enthusiast (Athletic)
- Mt. Komorebi Sightseer (Location)
New NPC
- Yamachan
New Careers
- Salary person
New Skills
- Rock climbing
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
New Types of Death
- Death by Falling From Heights
- Death by Vending Machine
New Weather Type
- Thundersnowstorm
Other New Features
- Forest spirits
- Hiking
- Sledding
- Snow
- New WooHoo spots: Hot springs and ice cave
Is The Sims 4: Snowy Escape Worth The Money?
Similar to the last expansion, I don’t think it’s worth the money. I feel like the reason I’m so harsh on some of these expansions is because I’m comparing them to standout expansions like University and Cats & Dogs. Since every expansion is sold at the same price it’s hard to recommend snowy escape when you can get other better expansions.
The Sims 4: Cottage Living (July 2021)
The eleventh expansion pack for The Sims 4. It was released on July 22, 2021, for both PC, Mac, and consoles.
New Features
- Henford-on-Bagley – A world inspired by rural, UK countryside with three neighborhoods and 12 lots.
- Livestock and wild animals
- Farming Together
- Town Fairs and Errands
New Objects
- Animal shed
- Chicken coop
- Cross-stitch hoops
- Food stalls
- Garden plots
- Picnic baskets
- Rabbit hole tree stump
- Wild bird tree stump
New Lot Assignments
- Onsen bathhouse
New Traits
- Animal Enthusiast
- Lactose Intolerant
New Radio Station
- Cottagecore
New Aspirations
- Country Caretaker (Nature)
New NPC
- Agatha Crumplebottom (Shopkeeper)
- Agnes Crumplebottom (Shopkeeper)
- Michael Bell (Creature Keeper)
- Kim Goldbloom (Shopkeeper)
- Lavina Chopra (Mayor)
- Rahul Chopra (Grocery Deliverer)
New Families
- Watson family
- Moody & McMillan family
- Kang family
- Scott family
New Collectibles
- Plants
- Blueberry
- Charming Mushroom
- Chocoberry
- Lovely Mushroom
- Mysterious Mushroom
- Nightly Mushroom
- Spicy Mushroom
- Raspberry
- Verdant Mushroom
- Wild Mushroom
- Chicken egg
- Cow milk
- Llama wool
- Village Fair Ribbons
New Activities
- Befriending birds, and wild bunnies
- Canning
- Crafting with wool
- Collecting eggs, feeding, and hatching chickens
- Growing large and oversized produce
- Having picnics
- Milking cows
- Ordering groceries
- Participating in the Finchwick Fair
- Shearing wool from llamas
- Running errands for the locals
New Skills
- Cross-stitch
New Types of Death
- Death by Killer Chicken
- Death by Killer Rabbit
New Lot Challenges
- Simple Living lot challenge
- Wild Foxes lot challenge
New Recipes
- Bangers and mash
- Beef wellington
- Canned food
- Jars of jam
- Milk bread
- Pastries
- Crumpets
- Pie
- Yorkshire pudding
Is The Sims 4: Cottage Living Worth The Money?
This expansion is absolutely worth it. This expansion could be sold as a stand-alone game with all of the new additions.
The Sims 4: High School Years (July 2022)
The twelfth expansion pack for The Sims 4. It was released on July 28, 2022, for both PC, Mac, and consoles.
New Objects
- American football
- Buffet table
- Drink fountain
- Cafeteria station
- Ferris wheel
- Haunted house
- Lockers
- Photo booth
- Podium
- Sneak out window
- Toilet stall
- Tunnel of love
- Vending machine
- Whiteboard
New Lot Assignments
- Auditorium
- High school
- Thrift and bubble tea store
New Traits
- Overachiever
- Party animal
- Socially awkward
New Afterschool Activities
- Cheer team member
- Chess team member
- Computer team member
- Football team member
New Skills
- Entrepreneur
New part-time jobs
- Simfluencer
- Video game streamer
New Like/Dislike Category
- Fashion
New types of Death
- Death by Stink Capsule
- Death by Urban Myth
Other New Features
- Sims can attend prom
- Sims can groom and trim body hair
- Cheerleading
- Stink capsule pranks in lockers
- Pillow fights
- Customizable locker doors
- Two new social media apps on the smartphone named Social Bunny and Trendi.
- Shopping for clothes
Is The Sims 4: High School Years Worth The Money?
This expansion is worth it because of how it works with other expansions. On its own it probably isn’t worth it but if you own other expansions like University, Famous, and Get Together, this expansion gains value.
The Sims 4: Growing Together (March 2023)
The thirteenth expansion pack for The Sims 4. It was released on March 16, 2023, for both PC, Mac, and consoles.
New Features
- San Sequoia – a new world and the first to include the Recreation Center lot type.
New Objects
- Board games and puzzles
- Celebration cannon
- Changing tables
- Child-sized bicycle
- Infant carriers
- Infant play mat
- Keepsake boxes
- Photo collages
- Rocking chairs
- Sleeping bags
- Splash pads
- Suitcases
- Swing
- Toddler slide
- Treehouses
- Upright piano
New Social Events
- Baby Shower
- Family Reunion
- Slumber Party
New Lot Assignments
- Recreation center
New Aspirations
- Creative Genius (Child)
- Mind and Body (Child)
- Playtime Captain (Child)
- Slumber Party Animal (Child)
New Radio Station
- Soul
New Television Channels
- Brainchild Learning
- Sitcom Central
- Scare Max
New Like/Dislike Category
- Conversation topics
- Sim characteristics
Other New Features
- Burnout
- Children learning to ride bicycles
- Children losing their baby teeth
- Childhood confidence
- Cinema rabbit hole
- Family dynamics
- Friendship bracelets
- Infant and toddler quirks
- Infant-specific food recipes
- Midlife crisis
- Milestones
- Random layoffs
- Self-discovery – the possibility to gain new traits or change existing traits into opposite ones (e.g. Slob -> Neat). You can either accept the change or reject it and you can get ~3 traits this way.
- Social compatibility
- Temporary stay overs
- Workplace rivals
Is The Sims 4: Growing Together Worth The Money?
Absolutely not. I would only buy this if it was on sale and you had all of the other expansions already.
The Sims 4: Horse Ranch (July 2023)
The fourteenth expansion pack for The Sims 4. It was released on July 20, 2023, for both PC, Mac, and consoles.
New Features
- Chestnut Ridge – A new hot climate world that includes three neighborhoods and a total of 13 lots.
- Ranch Animals – Horses, Goats, and Sheep specifically.
- Western Activities
- Nectar Making
New Objects
- Animal feeder
- Campfire
- Dance floor
- Horse bed
- Nectar Maker
- Nectar rack
- Rocking chair
- Sleeping bags
- Upright piano
New Collectibles
- Horse manure
- Plants
- Prairie Grass
New Traits
- Overachiever
- Party animal
- Socially awkward
New Aspiration
- Championship Rider
- Expert Nectar Maker
New NPCs
- Ranch Hand
New Skills
- Nectar making
- Riding
- Agility (Horses)
- Endurance (Horses)
- Jumping (Horses)
- Temperament (Horses)
New Social Events
- Ranch Gathering
- Ranch Animal Day
New Radio Station
- Ranch
Other New Features
- Line dancing
- Horse Competitions
Is The Sims 4: Horse Ranch Worth The Money?
I would say that the latest Sims expansion is definitely worth the money especially when compared to the previous expansions before it. It also gets extra value if you already own Cottage Living. I love it when the expansions have direct synergies with the ones that came before it.
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