So as many of you are probably aware of now, The Sims 4 will be coming to the Xbox One and PS4...I'm actually quite disappointed that it's not coming to the Switch though, as surly that would be more appealing for players to play when they're away from home rather than in front of their TVs, where they could easily just play on their computers instead (as I'm sure that'll be the more superior version...)I hope it's still possible for TS4 to eventually come to the Switch as that, personally, would be more enticing to spend £40 on a game I already own...

"BariSaxy;c-15919821" wrote: With that said, I don't really think anything of value is lost here for the Switch. To be honest, I don't feel as if I'm missing out on much as by the looks of it, the console version is going to be a direct port, so seeing as I already have it for my MacBook, I'm not going to miss out on much - it's just the fact that the Switch really needs some third party support to show that porting games to The Switch is worthwhile.

"jackjack_k;c-15919743" wrote:Doesn't the Switch have a 32GB limit? No point releasing to a console where fans would have to spend literally hundreds of dollars to card big enough to store all the data. The Sims used to sell the most on Nintendo, and was the Sims most popular secondary platform. But they would most likely have to create a custom version like Wii version and it's probably not worth it. Although the switch only has 32GB, according to XBOX One's Store the game only consumes 113.14MB, furthermore, the PC Version only requires 9-10GB, so I don't think space is much of an issue. I'm sure many Switch owners have also already bought an additional hard drive if they're preparing to download many games digitally as well.Also, The Sims 4 is optimised for lower end computers, with PCs running Windows XP still being able to play the game, so surely the Switch will be able to handle a proper port similar to what Microsoft and Sony are getting.

https://twitter.com/SimGuruDrake/status/890269253693194240

Eyy I still have hope. I love my switch to bits. Though tbh id prefer an urbz/bustin out style of game for the switch! I loved those games on both ds and play station. Still boot up urbz some sundays!

I hate to say it, but I saw this coming. Everyone was so hyped for the Switch, and I never could understand (as a Nintendo fan myself). Third parties (including EA) pledged their support for the Wii U but then turned around. It's obvious they'll do the same for the Switch.With that said, I don't really think anything of value is lost here for the Switch.

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64 Replies

JackJack_Morris
8 years ago
Doesn't the Switch have a 32GB limit?

No point releasing to a console where fans would have to spend literally hundreds of dollars to card big enough to store all the data.

The Sims used to sell the most on Nintendo, and was the Sims most popular secondary platform. But they would most likely have to create a custom version like Wii version and it's probably not worth it.
thegreenplumbob
8 years ago
"jackjack_k;c-15919743" wrote:
Doesn't the Switch have a 32GB limit?

No point releasing to a console where fans would have to spend literally hundreds of dollars to card big enough to store all the data.

The Sims used to sell the most on Nintendo, and was the Sims most popular secondary platform. But they would most likely have to create a custom version like Wii version and it's probably not worth it.

Although the switch only has 32GB, according to XBOX One's Store the game only consumes 113.14MB, furthermore, the PC Version only requires 9-10GB, so I don't think space is much of an issue. I'm sure many Switch owners have also already bought an additional hard drive if they're preparing to download many games digitally as well.

Also, The Sims 4 is optimised for lower end computers, with PCs running Windows XP still being able to play the game, so surely the Switch will be able to handle a proper port similar to what Microsoft and Sony are getting.
Simsfan991111
8 years ago
https://twitter.com/SimGuruDrake/status/890269253693194240
thegreenplumbob
8 years ago
"Simsfan99111;c-15919770" wrote:
https://twitter.com/SimGuruDrake/status/890269253693194240

:'(
montello3
New Ace
8 years ago
Well case closed then.
AmyNatashaB
8 years ago
Eyy I still have hope. I love my switch to bits. Though tbh id prefer an urbz/bustin out style of game for the switch! I loved those games on both ds and play station. Still boot up urbz some sundays!
barisaxy
Rising Ace
8 years ago
I hate to say it, but I saw this coming. Everyone was so hyped for the Switch, and I never could understand (as a Nintendo fan myself). Third parties (including EA) pledged their support for the Wii U but then turned around. It's obvious they'll do the same for the Switch.

With that said, I don't really think anything of value is lost here for the Switch.
thegreenplumbob
8 years ago
"BariSaxy;c-15919821" wrote:
With that said, I don't really think anything of value is lost here for the Switch.

To be honest, I don't feel as if I'm missing out on much as by the looks of it, the console version is going to be a direct port, so seeing as I already have it for my MacBook, I'm not going to miss out on much - it's just the fact that the Switch really needs some third party support to show that porting games to The Switch is worthwhile.
JackJack_Morris
8 years ago
"dansneller;c-15919766" wrote:
"jackjack_k;c-15919743" wrote:
Doesn't the Switch have a 32GB limit?

No point releasing to a console where fans would have to spend literally hundreds of dollars to card big enough to store all the data.

The Sims used to sell the most on Nintendo, and was the Sims most popular secondary platform. But they would most likely have to create a custom version like Wii version and it's probably not worth it.

Although the switch only has 32GB, according to XBOX One's Store the game only consumes 113.14MB, furthermore, the PC Version only requires 9-10GB, so I don't think space is much of an issue. I'm sure many Switch owners have also already bought an additional hard drive if they're preparing to download many games digitally as well.

Also, The Sims 4 is optimised for lower end computers, with PCs running Windows XP still being able to play the game, so surely the Switch will be able to handle a proper port similar to what Microsoft and Sony are getting.

The game won't be that small.
EgonVM
Seasoned Ace
8 years ago
Nintendo consoles have always got The Sims games later than others. Take a look at previous games.
+If it does, I hope to see it in Nintendo EShop. Currently when I look there, there are no The Sims games except MySims Camera for DS.