The I'm Bored Thread
I don't think I'm the only one. I would like to hear from others like me who are bored with the game and or the entire franchise. I think my boredom is starting to spill over into the entire franchi...
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"silentcyborg;c-17254769" wrote:"JoAnne65;c-17254740" wrote:"silentcyborg;c-17254535" wrote:
I'm also feeling pretty bored, but because life is busy, it's easier for me to spend an hour in s4 building. As much as I enjoyed the gameplay from S2 & S3, I don't like the art style, and it's harder to make over those ugly townies and buildings (this'd be the main advantage of ts4 if we had a way to edit those awful situational outfits as well ;) ), so I don't really play the other games either.
Within s4, when I'm feeling bored but still want to play, I find ways to challenge myself building (would prefer to play livemode, but the gameplay isn't there atm). I've had fun with making base game only builds, OTG builds, as well as remaking buildings I've seen online (like my profile pic). If you're not ready to give up s4, you could also try out some personality changing mods or challenges (though as a seasoned sims player, you've probably already done this! :) ).
Some games that have helped me when I've wanted a break from the sims in the past are stardew valley, child of light, ori and the blind forrest (the difficulty tho!), and replaying games that I've enjoyed before. You could also try a completely different hobby like card-making, painting, sewing or photography (my fave), if you feel like you still need that creative fix. After taking a break from s4, you may find you come back to it, but it's okay to not as well. Don't force yourself if you're not having fun, and best of luck finding out a new past time or game :D !
Sure. Or knit little pink dresses to decorate toilet rolls like my grandma did at my age. I think you’re kind of missing the point. We’re not bored or lacking things to do in our lives (I’m actually a bit too busy atm, I play Sims way less than I’d like to). We want a good Sims game. The fact the old game still works for me is great for me, but I can imagine especially Sims 2 fans who have been playing that game for over 14 years now are kind of looking forward to a new experience. Doesn’t mean they lack other hobbies or don’t play other games (I also play Animal Crossing, Best Fiends and Detroit Become Human).
Oh, no - I'm with you all the way -I'd much, much rather a better game too, but paralives looks a looong way off, and if maxis doesn't deliver, that's s4 only direct competitor so far. It was just some suggestions because the op said they might have to look for a new hobby, and these were things that helped me get that creative fix, that weren't game related.
Looking forward to Paralives as well, also because I hope it will bring a whole new angle/approach to the concept. I may have reacted a bit too snarky there by the way, sorry. It's just... I see that advice a lot here (in a 'get a life' kind of way) and then it's just not meant to present a real solution (nor is not having a life the problem critics have). I can imagine there are people who think they're just done with the franchise, that it's them. I don't believe that. I think that when you like this kind of game, you always will. When I play Sims 4 I often wonder if I've lost the talent to use my imagination and to entertain myself with life simulation. Then I start up Sims 3 and I just play. It's not us, it's the game. And yes, I know there are people for whom Sims 4 comes as naturally as Sims 3 does for me and Sims 2 for others, but I can only speak from my own perception ;)
