Black Friday Sale - but what stuff packs to buy?

Really interesting results so far, these were the ones I was least thinking of getting so if possible it would be great to know why some are better then others :) thank you for voting!

I always believe that whenever there's a sale, I will be buying the one that I'm not willing to pay the original price. So, that's why I suggested the Moschino pack.

"xamira99;c-17735280" wrote:
I always believe that whenever there's a sale, I will be buying the one that I'm not willing to pay the original price. So, that's why I suggested the Moschino pack.

Thanks, I have read that the photography is the main reason for buying this pack, does it add a lot to general photography gameplay?

Tiny Living is leagues ahead of all the others imo.

I didn't vote because I couldn't decide on just one, but here are my thoughts.

Personally, Tiny Living and Laundry Day are my favorite when it comes to building. I find myself using the objects very often, as they offer a good variety. Picking just one would depend mostly on the style you like to use the most. In terms of gameplay objects, if you like recreating everyday life and having your sims tend to their home, Laundry Day gives you that. It's nice to have different ways of doing laundry based on your sim's lifestyle, but, as many things in this game, will eventually become repetitive. Tiny Living basically doesn't bring anything for gameplay, unless you think occasionally repairing a bed, risking injury and death if you don't, is interesting gameplay. I'd really only buy that pack if you are a builder.

In terms of gameplay, Moschino has a clear advantage, with improved studio photography and a new independent career. I haven't used it much, as I got it recently, but considering the objects available in other packs, it's a pretty clear winner. The windows are nice too for builders.

In my opinion, Fitness stuff would come second in terms of gameplay. The climbing wall is difficult to fit into a build, but being able to workout with just a tv is really helpful, and the earbuds can be nice too. This pack also brings quite a few nice objects for building. For an overall usability (taking into account both gameplay and building), it's my favorite.

I really can't recommend the three others, though they are not necessarily entirely bad. Some people might enjoy the buffet table and drink fountain from Luxury Party, but in terms of items, the pack is quite sparse and the items are garish. I basically never use this pack except for some CAS items and the buffet table.

I liked Perfect Patio more. It has some nice items (and extra swimsuit options, which we don't have many of otherwise. The problem is that its unique gameplay feature is now available in base game, so unless you are a builder or in dire need of new swimwear for your sims, it isn't worth it.

My First Pet Stuff is... well it got a lot of backlash, didn't it? I don't think it's that bad as a stuff pack, though. It brought pet clothing I don't care for, but the new items for pets do look very nice. The rodents can be fun to play with, though the item for them is quite big and very colourful, fitting for a kids' room. In fact, most of the build/buy objects that are not for use by pets are quite childish, with bright colours and funny patterns, so it is useful if you play with families and want fun kid's rooms and play rooms, but that's about it.

I have them all, and I picked my first stuff pack because it enriches children’s play. It also has some kids furniture that matches furniture I think in cats and dogs. Another pack I think is better than most people rate it is Luxury Party stuff. Although the clothes are kind of flashy ( good for a prom... lol), it does have the banquet table which really comes in useful for weddings, and home parties. I even put it in some night clubs, bars, and lounges. I was just thinking it would also be good in get famous accolade spots. You can make your own food items to put on it, or you can buy them premade. You can choose one item at a time, or choose the full table. I have never had problems with the item, and it allows you to spend more time with your guests. I also like the hair styles too.
Fitness stuff has earbuds where you can do things like jog and listen to them, it also has the rock climber machine which is now good to practice for rock climbing,. Moschino stuff is good it you like photography. You can pose your sims about anywhere, and there is a really cool big window in the pack. Tiny living is greats for small places, as things do double duty.”

"SerraNolwen;c-17735291" wrote:
I didn't vote because I couldn't decide on just one, but here are my thoughts.

Personally, Tiny Living and Laundry Day are my favorite when it comes to building. I find myself using the objects very often, as they offer a good variety. Picking just one would depend mostly on the style you like to use the most. In terms of gameplay objects, if you like recreating everyday life and having your sims tend to their home, Laundry Day gives you that. It's nice to have different ways of doing laundry based on your sim's lifestyle, but, as many things in this game, will eventually become repetitive. Tiny Living basically doesn't bring anything for gameplay, unless you think occasionally repairing a bed, risking injury and death if you don't, is interesting gameplay. I'd really only buy that pack if you are a builder.

In terms of gameplay, Moschino has a clear advantage, with improved studio photography and a new independent career. I haven't used it much, as I got it recently, but considering the objects available in other packs, it's a pretty clear winner. The windows are nice too for builders.

In my opinion, Fitness stuff would come second in terms of gameplay. The climbing wall is difficult to fit into a build, but being able to workout with just a tv is really helpful, and the earbuds can be nice too. This pack also brings quite a few nice objects for building. For an overall usability (taking into account both gameplay and building), it's my favorite.

I really can't recommend the three others, though they are not necessarily entirely bad. Some people might enjoy the buffet table and drink fountain from Luxury Party, but in terms of items, the pack is quite sparse and the items are garish. I basically never use this pack except for some CAS items and the buffet table.

I liked Perfect Patio more. It has some nice items (and extra swimsuit options, which we don't have many of otherwise. The problem is that its unique gameplay feature is now available in base game, so unless you are a builder or in dire need of new swimwear for your sims, it isn't worth it.

My First Pet Stuff is... well it got a lot of backlash, didn't it? I don't think it's that bad as a stuff pack, though. It brought pet clothing I don't care for, but the new items for pets do look very nice. The rodents can be fun to play with, though the item for them is quite big and very colourful, fitting for a kids' room. In fact, most of the build/buy objects that are not for use by pets are quite childish, with bright colours and funny patterns, so it is useful if you play with families and want fun kid's rooms and play rooms, but that's about it.

Thank you for your opinion, you have made me feel different about the fitness pack as I didn't know about the TV or ear buds. I am interested in photography so that might be a reason to buy the Moschino pack. I like Laundry but it did become repetitive in Sims 3 so I'm worried about that. Tiny Living seems to be very popular, but it mainly advertises a bed that I won't use, I can't see how building experience would change much.

"SheriSim57;c-17735294" wrote:
I have them all, and I picked my first stuff pack because it enriches children’s play. It also has some kids furniture that matches furniture I think in cats and dogs. Another pack I think is better than most people rate it is Luxury Party stuff. Although the clothes are kind of flashy ( good for a prom... lol), it does have the banquet table which really comes in useful for weddings, and home parties. I even put it in some night clubs bars, and lounges. I was just thinking it would also be good in get famous accolade spots. You can make your own food items to put on it, or you can buy them premade. You can choose one item at a time, or choose the full table. I have never had problems with the item, and it allows you to spend more time with your guests. I also like the hair styles too.
Fitness stuff has earbuds where you can do things like jog and listen to them, it also has the rock climber machine which is now good to practice for rock climbing,. Moschino stuff is good it you like photography. You can pose your sims about anywhere, and there is a really cool big window in the pack. Tiny living is greats for small places, as things do double duty.”

Thank you I forgot that luxury party stuff comes with a buffet table, I could see myself using that a lot as I did in the other Sim games. Also ear buds I didn't know about, that will add some realism to the game.

I chose fitness stuff for a few reasons but the main one is the earbuds. You can have the sims put them on while they go to work (or even while they sleep) and raise their fun skill, which has been super helpful in circumstances where they're not getting their fun needs met. Most of the gym equipment is just a recolour of previous equipment, but if you have Snowy Escape the rock climbing wall can help you raise the rock climbing skill without traveling to Mt Komorebi.

Fitness stuff because of the earbuds and the wall climbing machine, it offers more gameplay.

Tiny Living has more stuff to build with but not much gameplay, unless you count just living in a small house. I have never used the Murphy Bed in my game.