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better childcare, social services, and vagrancy
I read in the forum over the years that players are very dissatisfied with the social services system in the game. The main issue being that it is non-existent. If a child sim is determined to have been neglected by the active household, the child gets taken into care. The household has no means of getting custody restored or visiting the child. Many players have noted that the nanny not actually doing their job is the root cause of the neglect. The sim hires a nanny and either the nanny doesn't show up, despite receiving the notification that the nanny is on their way, or some glitch causes the nanny to ignore the child. I think a pack should be released that introduces a social services system with foster care, a vagrancy system to incorporate runaway/homeless style gameplay, and additional childcare options. Here are my suggestions: New NPC career: au-pair (live in nanny). The mechanics would work similar to vintage glamour's butler. New social service department: agency that provides social services to the community. If a household loses custody of a child sim, the household is assigned a social worker. The social worker will review why the household lost custody, advise them on measures they can take to regain custody (counseling, childcare, etc), arrange visitation with the foster home, and facilitate re-housing the child with their original household if custody is restored. NPC households whose members have the mean, evil, hates children, or lazy trait are more likely to lose custody of child sims. Add new venue types: daycare and foster home. Daycares will be buyable businesses. Daycares can be placed in world and will spawn NPC childcare workers. Active households can drop their infant and toddler aged sims at daycare from 8am - 3pm. Sims can also purchase and operate daycare businesses. 3 - 8 infant and toddler aged sims from unplayed households will spawn daily and sims will be paid childcare fees. Foster homes are self - explanatory. If a child sim or younger experiences neglect or their household no longer has a suitable guardian aged sim to care for them, that sims will be moved into a foster home (must be placed in world) and cared for by NPC caretakers. Sims in a foster home can be adopted and join a new household. Their original household members will be able to visit them and apply to regain custody. Add a new life stage: kinder (age 5). Allows toddler sims to age up slightly before becoming a child sim and enter kindergarten (rabbithole). At kindergarten, sims will work on communication, writing, behavioral, and motor skills and improve their school readiness. It has always seemed strange that toddlers age up into a primary school age child sim. With the new kinder life stage, there is an appropriate age progression from toddler sim to kinder sim to child sim. Add a new vagrancy system. Teen sims and older can become vagrants (or runaways) and separate from their current household. If a sim's family dynamics deteriorate, they can choose to leave the household and become a vagrant. If a sim is out of work (for whatever reason) and is unable to pay bills, they can be evicted from their household and become a vagrant. Vagrant sims can apply for welfare benefits from the social services department. They will not be required to move into a new household (since they probably won't have enough funds) and can instead register for temporary accommodation at a homeless shelter (new venue type). Homeless shelters act as drop - in centers for vagrant sims. They receive a variety of services including: free means, education and career counseling, access to bathing facilities, and a bed assignment. Teen sims who drop out of school can instead get an online GED certificate. Sims who have a GED certificate can still apply to university. Sims can work, build up their finances, and apply to move into a new household or remain a vagrant. Neighborhood stories compatibility with vagrancy system. The current homeless NPC system has always bothered me. The game just generates random homeless NPCs and they always have the erratic or hot - headed trait. They spawn in parks with dirty clothes and sleep on benches. Players should be able use the neighborhood stories management menu to toggle unplayed households generating vagrant sims. Sims from unplayed households with the lazy, freegan, erratic, paranoid, or hot - headed traits will be more likely to leave their household and become vagrants. In addition to parks, they will also spawn at homeless shelters. They will also, depending on their traits, seek opportunities to get jobs, apply to university/GED, and get re-housed.15Views0likes0CommentsI want CAS for pottery
It would be amazing to have a sort of CAS for pottery so we can change the size, shape, colour and paint our own glaze designs to make unique vases, pots, etc. If there's one craftable in the sims that could allow for unique designs, I think it's pottery, and it would be a lot of fun to make and share these custom objects on the gallery.BENH848455 minutes agoNew Scout5Views0likes0CommentsMore turn-ons and turn-offs
With the new pack announced, it would be great to add stuff like "has tattoos" or "business owner" to the list. Additionally, occults! Sims could be turned on or off by vampires, robots, zombies, etc. in The Sims 2, could we add those as cross-pack features to Lovestruck? Grimborn as well.5Views0likes0CommentsSuggestion: equestrian centre business with business and hobby pack
Please please can we be able to make a functional equestrian centre with the business and hobby pack? I know we can have a ranch but I mean like a proper equestrian centre where we can give horse riding lessons for payments or let Sims hire a horse for a hack, hire grooms, stuff like that. I'd just love to have a functional English equestrian centre/ riding school 😅slowjockey4 hours agoNew Spectator10Views1like1CommentTattoo Artist aims should be wearing gloves when tattooing.
As a tattoo artist I was THRILLED to see this FINALLY come to a sims game after years- and omg it’s SO accurate for the job.. except SIMS ARENT WEARING GLOVES 😭😭 it would be like a surgeon sim not putting on scrubs; it’s literally the only required part of our “uniform.” If not, then I hope there’s a potential negative moodlet for “infected tattoo” for the client sim lmao8Views0likes3CommentsWhat type of World would you want for your Sims?
I love most of the worlds in my Sims, but I do get tired of the emptiness, small size, and fake backdrops/buildings. My hope is for more empty worlds like Newcrest, so i can build my vision of a world. I really want a world with a backdrop of mountains and forests and no buildings so I can build a world that will fit any time period I want to play. What type of world do you want in your game?MaggieMae72767 hours agoSeasoned Ace30Views5likes5CommentsRename upcoming pack & create standalone Hobbies Pack
I was pretty excited for the new upcoming pack because of promised focus on hobbies based on the pack's name. I never set expectations high, but I won't lie I expected hobbies from Hobby focused pack. Even with the idea of turning hobbies into businesses, it still lacks hobbies. "New" activities even use same old animations. Please, consider renaming this pack by atleast removing Hobbies from the name. It sets false expectations. We could literally name Eco Lifestyle as "Eco Lifestyle & Hobbies" since it has more activites to do. I'm afraid this might as well affect chances of actual hobby expansion pack. So while I'm at it, consider making actual Hobbies / Freetime Expansion Pack. We don't need new world, we don't CAS or BB, we just need new activites, hobbies and animations.Stardos448 hours agoRising Rookie52Views7likes4CommentsAdd a way to disable events
The grim reaper, and blast from the past events, are really obnoxious. I'm forced to see the icon on my screen and cant find any reasonable way that doesnt involve messing with my computers files to disable it. I have NO interest in questing in a life simulation game, Im there to simulate life, not an mmorpg. Having these weird mobile-looking battle pass thing in the game really throws me off. Thank you.MonoralN8 hours agoRising Traveler10Views1like0CommentsSims 4 pack ideas
making this thread to post future ideas for the sims 4. if theres anything you'd like to see in the sims 4 post it here and maybe maxis will see it and add it summer activities such as golf vollyball waterpolo other stuff like taking a boat ride on a lake canoing/kayaking since theres no cars maybe add soapbox derbys and let us race/customize them bring back the amusement park/carnival from the sims 1 give us roller coasters to ride let us stop at snack stalls to eat cotton candy or funnel cakes give us the small carny attractions like the ring toss the funhouse the tunnel of love rodeos? since let us try to buck bulls arcade machines so we can create our own arcade business i had lots of other ideas but i cant seem to recall them right nowryouma1717 hours agoRising Adventurer17Views2likes0CommentsMore playable careers: a lifetime simmer's wish
TheSimsDirectI've been playing The Sims 4 since the day it was released, and over the years, we've seen some amazing expansions, updates, and improvements. But if there's one thing I'd love to see in future content, it's more playable careers. We've had great additions like the Doctor, Detective, and Scientist careers, but imagine the possibilities if you expanded even further. Some ideas that come to mind. Dentist- Run a clinic, perform checkups, fix cavities, and manage patients. Construction Worker- Start as a laborer and work up to designing and managing full-scale projects. Mechanic- Own an auto shop, repair cars, restore vintage models, or run a street racing garage. Firefighter- Respond to emergencies, save Sims from burning buildings, and improve fire safety in neighborhoods. Teacher/Professor- Teach students, give lectures, grade assignments, and build relationships with different generations of Sims. Lawyer- Investigate cases, defend clients, prosecute criminals, or become a high-powered judge. Fashion Designer- Sketch outfits, sew designs, organize runway shows, and build a brand. Musician/Band Member- Start as a street performer, land gigs, record albums, and go on tour. Tattoo Artist- Open a parlor, design custom tattoos, and build a reputation in the creative world. (Could be biker club themed) I know some may argue about file size and performance, but honestly, I think the Sims community would be more than willing to sacrifice storage space for meaningful gameplay updates. If games like GTA and Call of Duty can take up massive amounts of data for new content, why can't The Sims 4 do the same. As stated earlier it's just an idea and wish, but hope this gives some feedback on what some simmers want to see as this is our life away from life. It's the place we can be whatever we want to be and create any reality that we have in mind at the time. Thank you for all the other content that you have put out over the years and regardless if my ideas are used or not I will forever remain a lifelong simmer11Views0likes0CommentsPack Idea
Demons Think of this like the vampire/werewolf packs where we got mostly gameplay, a little build and cas, and a world. This may be controversial, but I think with media demons would be an amazing gameplay addition. There could be different types incorporating different cultures such as the Oni (Japan) or La Llorona (Mexico) This could tie into the expansion packs Lovestruck where we have Incubus and Succubus: demons who feed off of woohoo giving the victim sim a drain in energy (similar to the vampires drinking blood) Life and Death where the demons could be an enemy of Grim, and even interfere with reapers work. Demons can naturally see ghosts and communicate with them Get to Work the detective could solve a case of a murder cause by a demon, maybe find a cult and unravel the secrets? The possibility with that career and demons would be endless Vampires could make alliances with Demons, offer soul bargains and in exchange the vampire as a perk (sun resistance), priests could attempt to cleanse them Werewolves: Demons could try to manipulate werewolves, Priests could calm them in a rampage Spellcasters could summon demons as familiars or allies, new spells and hexes City living: there could be a secret cult event at night High school years: demons could target teens for their soul in exchange for better grades, popularity, or more athletic abilities. Demons could also be teenagers at the school ——————— The demons would feed off of souls There could also be contracts, maybe a sim made a contract with a demon to have them work for them, get simoleons, etc. and every so often that same demon comes to feed on their soul. Demons are immortal except to holy items (similar to the vampires with garlic in the game). Different ranks of demons to go up (ex: Master Vampire from the pack). Traits: Sinister Charm: Sims have a natural ability to persuade or manipulate other Temptation Aura: Nearby Sims are drawn to them, making social relationships easier (or more dangerous). Picky Soul Eater: Only eats the most refined of souls from sims, tends to get hungry easily but these souls replenish hunger quickly CAS Horns (various sizes, shapes, and styles). Wings (bat-like, skeletal, or flame-covered). Glowing eyes or slit pupils. Tail customization (devilish or imp-like). Skin overlays like scales, cracks, or glowing runes. Flame or smoke effects as accessories. Clothing & Accessories: Gothic and infernal-inspired outfits (dark robes, corsets, leather, etc.). Magical sigils as jewelry or tattoos. Spiked or flame-themed shoes. Build/Buy Mode Features Hell-like Decor: Lava pools or floors that emit smoke Flaming torches and candles. Spiked furniture, skull-shaped chairs, and blood-red carpets Portals as door frames. Interactive Objects: A summoning circle to call otherworldly beings. Infernal thrones that grant Sims powers. A “Soul Bartering Desk” where deals can be made. New Careers: Underworld Ruler: climb the ranks of hell’s bureaucracy Dark Artisan: Craft forbidden artifacts and potions. Demon Hunter: track down demons and hunt them (freelancer) Priest?/Exorcist: Exorcise demons and cursed objects. Restore and heal sims and redeem demons Worlds: Netherworld Realm: A fiery dimension full of lava rivers, eerie landscapes, and infernal mansions. Hidden Lots: Demon lairs or cursed ruins that Sims can explore and unlock secrets.Smudgy518518 hours agoSeasoned Newcomer9Views0likes0CommentsKids Camp ideas
So I don't know if I put here but I had in the old forum I loved the kids camp pack from the survey because kids don't have very much gameplay I would like very much if the patch cross play with the Scouts we have in the game. Also when the kids get to camp they have a backpack, a sleeping bag, and possibly more luggage. I would like if teens can be camp staff and have adult camp Counselor. When you get to the campground there will be four houses player can make the game choose your house or you can choose the house and choose who your sim is bunking with. So I like in the new expansion pack Business and Hobbies they had classes so player can choose what classes they would like for their sim to attend. I'm thinking arts and crafts classes where they make more beaded bracelets, camp friendship bracelets more then one, a lanyard keychain, those beaded animal keychain that they can hang it in the room or on the backpack. Tie Dye Clothing like Shirts, Shoes, Pants. Learn about hiking while hiking with bird watching, animal tracking, nature walking, wear sunscreen and bring a water bottle, be careful of poison ivy and oak, and don't eat berries. Swim in the lake with log Rolling and etc. Play tug of war, Pull pranks but not too much there's a chance you get kicked out of camp, at the end of camp there should be a race with all the houses compete if you win you get a trophy if you lose get a ribbon for participation and big celebration party then the next day you say goodbye and go back home. I would like to adjust how long the camp can be, you can leave early if you would like, should be in season like a camp for summer and winter? What would winter look like?4Views0likes0CommentsI miss the colour wheel/custom design thing from Sims3 (no mods)
I really wish the Sims 4 had that little colour wheel/custom design thing that Sims 3 had. Specifically for building... I get so discouraged trying to decorate my kitchens and bedrooms because of the lack cohesion with the colours! Just when I find a counter I love, I have a hard time finding a matching cabinet that I like. When I pick out beds for my sims, sometimes I really like the bedspread on a certain bed, but want the frame colour of another swatch. I miss being able to pick any wood/frame swatch and bedspread. I miss being able to customize things!! I don't understand why this was not incorporated into the Sims 4? Was it eliminated to make the game run better or something? Why didn't they include an option to be able to pick bedspreads and frames separately? I just don't understand it! And I don't play with mods at all (I'm really bad with figuring all that out) so I really wish they would just add this in an update.frostysbae22 hours agoNewcomer5Views0likes0CommentsDisappointment in Businesses and Hobbies EP and 25th Anniversary
The new game pack they just showed as a peek of what they have in store next is just a big ol' rip off. What hobbies did they introduce? Clay. What the game already had. What businesses did it introduce? A tattoo parlor. Wow. I am so impressed I could gag. There are already mods that will let you have a home business. All of this could have been added to an update of previous packs that are so glitchy, that we have to rely of other creators mods to fix what EA gave us that was already broken. I absolutely feel the BEST way to honor the 25th anniversary of the Sims was NOT to try to put out another flawed game, but to fix the one they have been promoting for 10 years! The previous versions of the game will work on your computer without purchasing them again, I know, as I have all of them and have ran them on this computer that I have played the Sims 4 on since I started "investing" in the latest version. And I DO LOVE the game! But the constant bug and fixes/updates that don't seem to do squat is frustrating as all get out! We all spend more time trying to figure out WHAT IS WRONG with the game more than we get to play it! As I watched the trailer for the new EP, my heart just sank. Hobbies implies that new hobbies will be added to the game. There were many in previous versions. You could work on your car. You could sew quilts. You could play music with others (maybe they weren't playing the same song, but in a new update, they could be), but you get my point. Businesses are another you can already do with mods. So why not just add it to the abilities that Home Chef Hustle, Dine Out or Get to Work added. Why make us purchase another pack? I know there are bugs YOUR updates to the game have caused. The best way to honor the anniversary of the sims is the PLEASE FIX OUR GAME! HONOR WHAT YOU CREATED!charmednmissouri23 hours agoSeasoned Veteran76Views2likes3CommentsHorses and pets
Not sure how this works exactly but I kinda feel some type of way about this old sims being sold as a "new game" when we could of gotten some much needed updates. I cant be to upset because that life and death pack was epic but i was hoping we could get a more fleshed out horse pack instead? Well not instead, youve already dropped it, but I guess update the horse pack. The intense riding is really nothing more than a trot and I was hoping we could get like a full on sprint mode. Maybe by increasing the skills you get more advanced riding styles? It's just sims 3 had more personality with their horses, you even saw the progression in riding when they increased their skill. Your horses got faster or jumped higher than others. You also had wild horses you could befriend and tame. Finding unicorns was a nice touch too. From that to sims 4 horses feels kinda of like a rush. And I don't understand why all the animals are the same size. A German Shepard is not the same size as a great dane. I was also hoping that maybe their could be an update on that or maybe in sims 5 we get different, more accurate sizes of animals. I just thought I should add that. It bothers me so much and I don't even know why.12Views2likes0Comments- tsarder2 days agoSeasoned Newcomer15Views2likes2Comments
Just an idea
So I was talking with my sister about the current event going on. I thought it would be a good idea if we were able to time travel the past like to the different era and be able to travel to the future like in sims 3. And to be able to investigate Bellas disappearance so we get some answer on what happened.Puttycat282 days agoRising Newcomer18Views1like0CommentsLet elders give music lessons in their homes
I'm playing an elder Thorne Bailey now. He's hit the top of his music career and is now mentoring his grandchildren as they learn to play piano. I would love it if he could retire and give piano lessons from home. You could add another part-time job of "Music Teacher" to the jobs list. Hours would be after school - maybe 4pm-7pm - 3 kids a day. NPC kids would show up for their lesson and the Elder would teach them and react to them. There could be interactions similar to the interrogations at the police station, i.e., carrot & stick options to get the kid to do better. Some kids will do better but others will be pretty bad and pretty hopeless. I think it could be pretty fun.sparilis2 days agoRising Hotshot20Views2likes1Comment