The Sims 4: Jade Realms Expansion Pack
Hi Simmers and Sims Team!
I’m so excited to share an idea that’s been on my heart for a while — a China-inspired expansion pack blending modern life, ancient culture, and mystical fantasy, all drawn from the beauty of C-dramas. I know the Sims community is incredibly diverse, and I’d love to see more East Asian representation in the game. Whether or not Maxis sees this soon, I hope it inspires conversation and support from others who would love to play in a world like this!
A world where modern cities, ancient legends, and mystical realms collide — inspired by Chinese culture and C-dramas.
New World: Yúnzé (云泽)
Split into three unique neighborhoods, each inspired by a facet of Chinese life and storytelling:
Skyreach District (Modern – Chongqing-Inspired)
> A vibrant urban city of high-rises, street markets, spicy hotpot shops, and neon-lit nightlife.
Explore tea cafés, calligraphy bars, fashion shops
Gameplay: Street food carts, Mahjong tables, modern Chinese fashion trends
NPC Sims wear modern Chinese-inspired outfits (high street + traditional fusion)
Career: Firework Factory Technician (mid-tier career with risky night shifts)
2. Zhongyuan Village (Ancient Xi’an-Inspired)
> A tranquil village with traditional wooden homes, incense gardens, lotus ponds, and an old city wall.
Visit ancestor shrines, temples, and paper lantern festivals
Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival and Chinese New Year with dumpling cooking, red envelopes, and fireworks
Skills: Calligraphy, Mooncake Baking, Zither Playing (Guzheng)
Career: Matchmaker, with romance-based gameplay mechanics
3. Realm of Xianxia (Hidden World)
> A mystical plane accessed through a shrine portal, where legends live and time stands still.
Magical floating mountains, ancient beasts, glowing plants
Gameplay inspired by xianxia dramas: flight, sword cultivation, spiritual training
Career: Guardian of the Xianxia (you protect balance between mortal and mystical worlds)
Collect: Spirit petals, Phoenix feathers, Immortal scrolls
Festivals & Events
Festival What Happens
Chinese New Year Fireworks, dumpling feasts, lion dances, red envelope gifting
Mid-Autumn Festival Moon-viewing parties, paper lantern wishes, mooncake making
Legends Night (Xianxia only) Spirits walk among mortals — rare collectibles and prophecy-based events
Fashion & CAS
Modern urban fashion inspired by Chinese trends (Hanfu streetwear fusion)
Traditional Hanfu, Qipao, Tangzhuang for formal events. Jade jewellery.
Mystical robes and accessories for xianxia Sims (floating sashes, glowing swords, cloud crowns)
Hairstyles: long flowing styles, ornate braids, jade hairpins.
1. Legacy System: Ancestral Lineage (Cross-Neighborhood Feature)
> Link the present, past, and mystical future of your Sim through generations
New gameplay: Family shrine tracks your ancestry (like a spiritual family tree)
Leave offerings, light incense, or write scrolls to honor ancestors
Dead relatives from Zhongyuan Village may visit during festivals or when honored
Xianxia Realm may “call” your Sim based on their ancestor’s traits or deeds
2. Flight & Light Step (Mystical Abilities in Xianxia Realm)
> Inspired by how characters fly through trees or clouds in Chinese dramas.
Use light-footed sprinting, floating meditation, or cloud-steps
Only available in Xianxia realm after completing “spiritual trials”
Cosmetic-only if EA limits powers, or toggleable like vampire powers
6. New Aspiration Paths
“Balance of Realms” — connect all 3 neighborhoods through spiritual and social choices
“Modern Maven” — rise through a fast-paced Chongqing career while honoring traditions
“Harmony Keeper” — keep peace in your family and community through festivals and rituals
