Patch Releasing Tuesday January 13

Expected patch fixes: Laundry List: Upcoming Bug Fixes - Jan 6, 2026 | EA Forums - 13021979

Preparing for Tuesday's update:

Back up your saves.

Backing Up Saves in The Sims 4 - Keep Your Sims Safe! | EA Forums - 12913482

Remove your mods folder.

Delete cache files: https://sims4.crinrict.com/eng/2014/09/delete-cache-file

Turn off automatic updates/go offline in the EA App if you are not ready to update your game: https://crinrict.com/blog/2014/08/origin-turning-automatic-updates-on-off.htm

And for mod users don't forget to check @luthienrising​  Broken/Obsolete/Updated Mods thread.
The Sims 4 Mods & Custom Content | EA Forums

 The following article is also helpful.
Mods + Game Updates: Best Practices and Getting You Back Into The Sims 4 | EA Forums - 12938569