Hello there, I have been playing The Sims since the beginning. Each one of your games has been unique, but The Sims 4 takes it to a new level in creative ways. Here are some of my thoughts thus far:
Things I like about the game:
Build Mode - I love the new tools here, with a couple of exceptions, which I will address in my dislikes. I like the fact that you can pick up a room and move it. It saves So much time! The wall heights were a pleasant addition :D . The roof pitch adjustments were a nice touch as well.
Buy Mode - The ability to choose what types of counters or cabinets you want was a very nice addition.
The Sims themselves have a lot more emotions now, which is nice. Adding in the different walk styles really added to their uniqueness.
The gallery makes it so much easier to share creations with other people. I have friends that would rather play the game and not have to worry about building houses, whereas I absolutely love building. I now have a much easier time sharing my builds with everyone!
The ambition goals are a nice change. I love how they update with new things as each goal level is met.
The best feature by far (IMO), is the multitasking. It makes it so much easier to meet the needs of each sim.
Things I didn't like:
Build Mode - The program does not always recognize a room you created. I sometimes find that I have to destroy part of it and rebuild it to get it to cooperate, or other tweaks. VERY frustrating at times. The graphics on the trees and fauna are terrible and too "cartoony", IMO. My big dislike in this category is the fact that you have the ability to make octagonal rooms, but no roof for them. You have to get VERY creative to make a roof line that doesn't look too wonky. I wish you would have added the ability to choose colors on your single entry, basic doors. Speaking of colors, I would like to see more ability to customize your own colors, like previous games. The few choices you provided left little to be desired. The game still crashes when you place some of the fences or gates, even after the patch that went out to address this.
Buy Mode - Placing corner cabinets is not always user friendly. This is linked to the build mode issues of room creations. I can have a perfectly made room with no impediments, and the game will NOT let me place the corner cabinet in the corner, no matter at what height. This is where I miss the old "Moveobjects On" cheat.
Neighborhoods - I have mixed reactions on this feature. I think its a neat concept, but they are way too small. The neighborhoods style feels a little cramped to me. There are not enough lots. If I want to go on a build fest, I have to destroy old ones just to make new ones. There should really be an "Edit Town" option.
Pools - No pools....REALLY?! Why?
Suggestions:
1. Larger neighborhoods/town.
2. Add the ability for choosing more color options for a more customized feel.
3. Pools....enough said.
4. Add additional roof styles to cover all the room types you put in the game.
5. Add color options for all door and window types.
Overall, I am pleased with this version of the game. I know that there will be additional content with future expansions, and I am looking forward to them. Keep up the good work team!
EA Staff (Retired)
