Ep5?

I hope the next ep is season

"Zeldaboy180;c-16097770" wrote:

"AlanSims;c-16095598" wrote:
We've had the Party themed packs (Get Together, City Living, Dine Out) and some Family play (Parenthood, Cats & Dogs, Kids & Toddlers packs) so I think the next step here is something for Sims to do outside of home, hopefully a new vacation destination but a dystopian/disaster pack would be amazing to see as well.

How do you view any of those packs about partying?

Get together I can kind of see, but it's a pack about clubs. If you choose a party club then yeah. There is a quite a bit of party stuff in it.

But how on Earth are restaurants a party pack? City living definitely wasn't a party pack either.

Get Together came with a DJ booth and a dance floor it defiantly had a party theme mixed into it. Sure overall it was about hanging out be it swimming playing board games or partying with friends but if you deny the party aspect you're lying to yourself. Also unless they lied the diving platform and don't wake the llama was added when they delayed the game so it was originally themed way more towards partying aspect of getting together at least new content wise.

"Zeldaboy180;c-16097767" wrote:

"keylimepiesims;d-926460" wrote:
SimGuruGrant said on the latest livestream that possibly the next(?) EP could be an idea that he really wants to make, but he ruled out that it would be a dystopian fallout-esque pack or any sort of disaster survival pack, so what could he have been talking about? I don't think it's seasons because that's such a standard EP he wouldn't make a fuss over it, and thanks to SimGuruSarah's tweet we know University isn't in the works, and I don't think they would do another animal based pack like Horses or farming immediately after C&D, so I think it could be a whole new theme all together.

Just to shed some light on game development and be technical, he's most likely referring to the expansion AFTER the next one, because he said he THINKS they might do it next.

The next expansion pack is definitely already in the works. They work on multiple packs at a time.

Edit: I don't know where you got that they only work one on pack at a time. They definitely work on multiple.

Oh I thought I read Graham say that only SP's were worked on multiples at a time, and the bigger packs only went into development one at a time. I guess not! :confounded:

"keylimepiesims;c-16098319" wrote:

"Zeldaboy180;c-16097767" wrote:

"keylimepiesims;d-926460" wrote:
SimGuruGrant said on the latest livestream that possibly the next(?) EP could be an idea that he really wants to make, but he ruled out that it would be a dystopian fallout-esque pack or any sort of disaster survival pack, so what could he have been talking about? I don't think it's seasons because that's such a standard EP he wouldn't make a fuss over it, and thanks to SimGuruSarah's tweet we know University isn't in the works, and I don't think they would do another animal based pack like Horses or farming immediately after C&D, so I think it could be a whole new theme all together.

Just to shed some light on game development and be technical, he's most likely referring to the expansion AFTER the next one, because he said he THINKS they might do it next.

The next expansion pack is definitely already in the works. They work on multiple packs at a time.

Edit: I don't know where you got that they only work one on pack at a time. They definitely work on multiple.

Oh I thought I read Graham say that only SP's were worked on multiples at a time, and the bigger packs only went into development one at a time. I guess not! :confounded:

I think I recall (might have been on the recent livestream) Grant saying something about them having had a team of 5 working on Pets pretty far back. I don't know if that team counted as part of the main dev lines, but it sounds like they sometimes have situations where there's a smaller team working on bits of something. I would bet that Seasons is a situation like that because it's so high demand by players and could present some unique technical hurdles that other stuff wouldn't.

"keylimepiesims;c-16098319" wrote:

"Zeldaboy180;c-16097767" wrote:

"keylimepiesims;d-926460" wrote:
SimGuruGrant said on the latest livestream that possibly the next(?) EP could be an idea that he really wants to make, but he ruled out that it would be a dystopian fallout-esque pack or any sort of disaster survival pack, so what could he have been talking about? I don't think it's seasons because that's such a standard EP he wouldn't make a fuss over it, and thanks to SimGuruSarah's tweet we know University isn't in the works, and I don't think they would do another animal based pack like Horses or farming immediately after C&D, so I think it could be a whole new theme all together.

Just to shed some light on game development and be technical, he's most likely referring to the expansion AFTER the next one, because he said he THINKS they might do it next.

The next expansion pack is definitely already in the works. They work on multiple packs at a time.

Edit: I don't know where you got that they only work one on pack at a time. They definitely work on multiple.

Oh I thought I read Graham say that only SP's were worked on multiples at a time, and the bigger packs only went into development one at a time. I guess not! :confounded:

I thought this too.

Considering Grant said that he 'thinks' they're making the one he wants, I'd wager he's definitely not talking about Seasons, because I figure Seasons is more of a 'when, not if' situation. Honestly, I hope that Seasons isn't an entire expansion. Make it GP related or the such, because I'd love to see Maxis try something new with whatever expansion packs are in the lineup. As to what? No idea, but if the post-apocalyptic setting is currently on their unobtainable wish list, I'm hoping they have some other more doable curiosities up their sleeves.

The superhero idea is interesting. I don't know if it's 'full Expansion Pack' level content, at least for me, but it's interesting none-the-less. Of course, if they threw in a full-sized, super cheesy superhero world, I'd be way in for that. A city variant maybe, but a more 50s styled town might be perfect (provided they can make it stand out from the overall 'cute suburbia' that is Willow Creek).

"LiELF;c-16095325" wrote:
Superheroes or Myth and Magic. (I'm being very hopeful, haha)

I would buy a pack called Myth and Magic on the title alone. I don't even need to know what's inside, just give it to me. Hands down, I've decided. THIS is what I want. (After body hair.)

> @Monday said:
> Considering Grant said that he 'thinks' they're making the one he wants, I'd wager he's definitely not talking about Seasons, because I figure Seasons is more of a 'when, not if' situation. Honestly, I hope that Seasons isn't an entire expansion. Make it GP related or the such, because I'd love to see Maxis try something new with whatever expansion packs are in the lineup. As to what? No idea, but if the post-apocalyptic setting is currently on their unobtainable wish list, I'm hoping they have some other more doable curiosities up their sleeves.
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> The superhero idea is interesting. I don't know if it's 'full Expansion Pack' level content, at least for me, but it's interesting none-the-less. Of course, if they threw in a full-sized, super cheesy superhero world, I'd be way in for that. A city variant maybe, but a more 50s styled town might be perfect (provided they can make it stand out from the overall 'cute suburbia' that is Willow Creek).
> LiELF wrote: »
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> Superheroes or Myth and Magic. (I'm being very hopeful, haha)
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> I would buy a pack called Myth and Magic on the title alone. I don't even need to know what's inside, just give it to me. Hands down, I've decided. THIS is what I want. (After body hair.)

The superhero world you described made me think of Sin City which in turn made me think of TS3 Roaring Heights - and suddenly I'm converted. If it focuses on a specific period like that (rather than just offering crazier versions of the "Get to Work" jobs), I think Superheroes could be something I'm interested in!

"Livin in Sim;c-16086113" wrote:
It sounded like the idea for the pack that Grant was enthused about was something of which the rest of the team had to be convinced. In my thought, Seasons wouldn't be something of which the team would need to be convinced, since it has been a staple. Any reservations about Seasons would regard implementation, I would think. Farming, as much as it is near and dear to my heart, it, along with other traditional things...hmm, Grant doesn't seem like a Farming kinda guy, lol.

Using that logic, and taking into consideration the things Grant is extremely amused and excited about so far--I'd say Superheroes is a pretty good guess. Superheroes are also very popular right now in the culture. If it continues on the same bent that the Science Career took, it could be quite well done. That Career is the Best Of All, IMHO. The Freeze Ray, the Invention Constructor, Transforming , Cloning, the almost super powers that Scientists have--all of these are things I bet Grant laughs in his sleep about. :D Imagine the mischief one could get up to in the game with superpowers. :o

It also sounded like this had been a fairly recent development, still a bit iffy. I would guess that Ep 5 has been decided by now. I also think that the team is very pumped about the work they've done on this iteration, justifiably so, if the bugs can be squashed. I agree some of the design work has been the best so far. To have TS4 continue another couple years on that note seems quite possible. Just some musings. :)

I do hope it's something brand new like

Farming

New vegetables
New flowers
New herbs
New Fruits
Meats
Chickens with fresh eggs
Cows for milk and butter
Pigs
Goats
Type's of birds
Water wheel feature to add to a cottage with a pond with fresh new fish.
Like the one from the tea room lot from the Sims 3 store.
Jar filling like
Jams
Sauces
Pickled stuff

Bees with honey to add to dishes and toast and beeswax to use to polish things and to make candles
Nectar making to add to basement racks.
Trackers
Horses
Farm styles for build mode and buy mode.
Basement starcases with attached doors.
Scarecrow
Farm related decor for exterior walls/roofs
Greenhouses like the ones from the Sims 2 seasons with lights and watering system.

Fresh fertalizer bin

New trees and shrubs and rocks

"sundaysimmer;c-16099357" wrote:


The superhero world you described made me think of Sin City which in turn made me think of TS3 Roaring Heights - and suddenly I'm converted. If it focuses on a specific period like that (rather than just offering crazier versions of the "Get to Work" jobs), I think Superheroes could be something I'm interested in!

I am, in turn, more converted to the idea.

-A sweet world with an Art Deco style, big superhero statue in the center.
-Materials to build Secret lairs for heroes and villains. (Each could be required to take either the good or evil traits.)
-The Vampire system already lays the basis for picking powers and weaknesses.
-Vampires and Aliens have hidden forms. Aliens already have a system of 'identity discovery,' could be modified for when someone sees a superhero change or use powers in day-clothing.
-Phone booths for quick changes.
-A system to call for a superhero at random times.
-Just saying, burglars could be added here. (I'm indifferent to them and it's arguable Vampires are way more invasive anyway, since you know...they drink your blood without asking, but burglars would just fit here.)
-Perhaps a way to choose how you become a superhero. Toxic waste? Radioactive bite? Etc. Perhaps little spots you can go to in a new world that might influence how it happens...or do something like 'freak microwave accident' randomly.
-Brown trench coats and hats like a classic reporter might wear, etc. Journalism or Photography as an actual go-to career might be fun, but considering both are technically in the game already, seems like a no.
-Villains could perform robberies or similar, but better hope a superhero isn't in disguise when they do it.

I'd be good with this.

> @Monday said:
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> The superhero world you described made me think of Sin City which in turn made me think of TS3 Roaring Heights - and suddenly I'm converted. If it focuses on a specific period like that (rather than just offering crazier versions of the "Get to Work" jobs), I think Superheroes could be something I'm interested in!
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> I am, in turn, more converted to the idea.
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> -A sweet world with an Art Deco style, big superhero statue in the center.
> -Materials to build Secret lairs for heroes and villains. (Each could be required to take either the good or evil traits.)
> -The Vampire system already lays the basis for picking powers and weaknesses.
> -Vampires and Aliens have hidden forms. Aliens already have a system of 'identity discovery,' could be modified for when someone sees a superhero change or use powers in day-clothing.
> -Phone booths for quick changes.
> -A system to call for a superhero at random times.
> -Just saying, burglars could be added here. (I'm indifferent to them and it's arguable Vampires are way more invasive anyway, since you know...they drink your blood without asking, but burglars would just fit here.)
> -Perhaps a way to choose how you become a superhero. Toxic waste? Radioactive bite? Etc. Perhaps little spots you can go to in a new world that might influence how it happens...or do something like 'freak microwave accident' randomly.
> -Brown trench coats and hats like a classic reporter might wear, etc. Journalism or Photography as an actual go-to career might be fun, but considering both are technically in the game already, seems like a no.
> -Villains could perform robberies or similar, but better hope a superhero isn't in disguise when they do it.
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> I'd be good with this.

Wow. Yes. I hope someone from EA is paying attention to this thread because your concept is amazing!