Some may think I feel entitled and am a whiner and that's fine but I feel like with the new whatever-it-was they implemented last year with the changing of the teams and such that there is just way too much silence now. I love The Sims 4. I have bought every pack on day one or two, except for Strangerville. Still don't own it and I have no desire to purchase anymore packs for a game that is so dang silent and has fewer and fewer content additions. We can't even look forward to a patch every month anymore. I have completely lost interest in playing. The team has completely disengaged me from their game.I know the devs speak on Twitter, and that's great but it really doesn't help the fact that the game is slowing down and growing stagnant.My hope was for TS4 to continue on for a few more years but this new way of providing their live service just makes me not care anymore and take my wallet elsewhere. ):

I haven't really been paying attention, but the last pack only came out like a month ago didn't it? And we're already antsy for the next announcement huh? I gotta get with the times

"Cupid;c-17024269" wrote:I haven't really been paying attention, but the last pack only came out like a month ago didn't it? And we're already antsy for the next announcement huh? I gotta get with the timesSome people didn't buy Strangerville; just as the OP stated. So, for them, there hasn't been a pack to buy since Get Famous and that was in November. Now, while that doesn't mean that the developers have been quiet since November. But when you're not interested in a pack, the wait for the next thing is much more rough because you have to wait that much more longer to find out if the next pack is going to interest you, or not. And that could be even more waiting, if it's not something that you'd consider buying. @ the OP: I can agree with your points. I know they need a break and all.. but I'll admit this silence is pretty bad in comparison to previous iterations. I miss getting those leaflets that announced the next expansion pack. Unfortunately those days are long gone, for some reason. It's not like EA has any competition, or has ever had, when it comes to The Sims. So for them to make the Developers be this quiet... is questionable to me. But it is what it is and we just have to continue waiting.I'm thinking they'll be bringing us some streams in the next week or two. Whenever Lindsay gets back from vacation and they fix whatever they were working on that she didn't want to show until she got back. So... crossed fingers it's not too much longer. But then again, I think we may not see any paid content until after the Legacy Game is released. And that's not until sometime in June. :( Only time will tell. x_x Just hang in there. :)

"OneAdorkableGirl;c-17024333" wrote:"Cupid;c-17024269" wrote:I haven't really been paying attention, but the last pack only came out like a month ago didn't it? And we're already antsy for the next announcement huh? I gotta get with the timesSome people didn't buy Strangerville; just as the OP stated. So, for them, there hasn't been a pack to buy since Get Famous and that was in November. Now, while that doesn't mean that the developers have been quiet since November. But when you're not interested in a pack, the wait for the next thing is much more rough because you have to wait that much more longer to find out if the next pack is going to interest you, or not. And that could be even more waiting, if it's not something that you'd consider buying. I didn't buy it either lol. But news that doesn't interest you (or me) isn't the same thing as "silence." It's like saying the tree that fell in the forest didn't make a noise.

"Cupid;c-17024337" wrote:"OneAdorkableGirl;c-17024333" wrote:"Cupid;c-17024269" wrote:I haven't really been paying attention, but the last pack only came out like a month ago didn't it? And we're already antsy for the next announcement huh? I gotta get with the timesSome people didn't buy Strangerville; just as the OP stated. So, for them, there hasn't been a pack to buy since Get Famous and that was in November. Now, while that doesn't mean that the developers have been quiet since November. But when you're not interested in a pack, the wait for the next thing is much more rough because you have to wait that much more longer to find out if the next pack is going to interest you, or not. And that could be even more waiting, if it's not something that you'd consider buying. I didn't buy it either lol. But news that doesn't interest you (or me) isn't the same thing as "silence." It's like saying the tree that fell in the forest didn't make a noise.That's what I was saying. I mentioned that it doesn't mean that the developers are quiet, it's just from the time the last pack you bought to "now" seems like the wait for something new is so much longer. And that the OP was speaking generally about the silence, not just since Strangerville. Which was released on February 26th. So, if nothing is said this month, that'll be two months. Which is expected because they mentioned there would be quiet months. Doesn't mean it doesn't stink.

I also thought for sure there was going to be patch this month. Even if it was just to adjust or correct some stuff that Simmers have been complaining (or requesting) about with the game packs such as City Living's street gallery bug or the laptop in Strangerville that isn't actually mobile according to those who bought the game. OR at least add some new items or options. Nowadays, I rarely play Sims4.

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kaeyresky
6 years ago
I haven't really been paying attention, but the last pack only came out like a month ago didn't it? And we're already antsy for the next announcement huh? I gotta get with the times
OneAdorkableGirl
New Spectator
6 years ago
"Cupid;c-17024269" wrote:
I haven't really been paying attention, but the last pack only came out like a month ago didn't it? And we're already antsy for the next announcement huh? I gotta get with the times

Some people didn't buy Strangerville; just as the OP stated. So, for them, there hasn't been a pack to buy since Get Famous and that was in November. Now, while that doesn't mean that the developers have been quiet since November. But when you're not interested in a pack, the wait for the next thing is much more rough because you have to wait that much more longer to find out if the next pack is going to interest you, or not. And that could be even more waiting, if it's not something that you'd consider buying.

@ the OP: I can agree with your points. I know they need a break and all.. but I'll admit this silence is pretty bad in comparison to previous iterations. I miss getting those leaflets that announced the next expansion pack. Unfortunately those days are long gone, for some reason. It's not like EA has any competition, or has ever had, when it comes to The Sims. So for them to make the Developers be this quiet... is questionable to me. But it is what it is and we just have to continue waiting.

I'm thinking they'll be bringing us some streams in the next week or two. Whenever Lindsay gets back from vacation and they fix whatever they were working on that she didn't want to show until she got back. So... crossed fingers it's not too much longer. But then again, I think we may not see any paid content until after the Legacy Game is released. And that's not until sometime in June. :( Only time will tell. x_x Just hang in there. :)
kaeyresky
6 years ago
"OneAdorkableGirl;c-17024333" wrote:
"Cupid;c-17024269" wrote:
I haven't really been paying attention, but the last pack only came out like a month ago didn't it? And we're already antsy for the next announcement huh? I gotta get with the times

Some people didn't buy Strangerville; just as the OP stated. So, for them, there hasn't been a pack to buy since Get Famous and that was in November. Now, while that doesn't mean that the developers have been quiet since November. But when you're not interested in a pack, the wait for the next thing is much more rough because you have to wait that much more longer to find out if the next pack is going to interest you, or not. And that could be even more waiting, if it's not something that you'd consider buying.

I didn't buy it either lol. But news that doesn't interest you (or me) isn't the same thing as "silence." It's like saying the tree that fell in the forest didn't make a noise.
OneAdorkableGirl
New Spectator
6 years ago
"Cupid;c-17024337" wrote:
"OneAdorkableGirl;c-17024333" wrote:
"Cupid;c-17024269" wrote:
I haven't really been paying attention, but the last pack only came out like a month ago didn't it? And we're already antsy for the next announcement huh? I gotta get with the times

Some people didn't buy Strangerville; just as the OP stated. So, for them, there hasn't been a pack to buy since Get Famous and that was in November. Now, while that doesn't mean that the developers have been quiet since November. But when you're not interested in a pack, the wait for the next thing is much more rough because you have to wait that much more longer to find out if the next pack is going to interest you, or not. And that could be even more waiting, if it's not something that you'd consider buying.

I didn't buy it either lol. But news that doesn't interest you (or me) isn't the same thing as "silence." It's like saying the tree that fell in the forest didn't make a noise.

That's what I was saying. I mentioned that it doesn't mean that the developers are quiet, it's just from the time the last pack you bought to "now" seems like the wait for something new is so much longer. And that the OP was speaking generally about the silence, not just since Strangerville. Which was released on February 26th. So, if nothing is said this month, that'll be two months. Which is expected because they mentioned there would be quiet months. Doesn't mean it doesn't stink.
Zmias1
6 years ago
I also thought for sure there was going to be patch this month. Even if it was just to adjust or correct some stuff that Simmers have been complaining (or requesting) about with the game packs such as City Living's street gallery bug or the laptop in Strangerville that isn't actually mobile according to those who bought the game. OR at least add some new items or options. Nowadays, I rarely play Sims4.
Reksoh
6 years ago
I hope this doesnt sound rude i am just curious. what will you do when the development of the game ends?... if the only thing drawing you in to play it now is getting news and more announcements, then what is going to happen when that stops?
Chicken0895
6 years ago
I can't speak for everyone, but for me once game development ends there will be no need for communication, so that's irrelevant.
LaneBoy1995
6 years ago
I've been feeling that way since the beginning of The Sims 4 and despite the fact I don't like TS4 I still follow this community because I love the series. But since Seasons its getting worst!
Sigzy_29
New Spectator
6 years ago
I'm just annoyed by the fact that they aren't releasing fixes for the bugs in this game.

Although, considering how little this game achieved in 4 years, it's not surprising that people are angsty about more content. I totally understand that. TS3 and TS2 in 4 years were a gone and done deal whereas in TS4 we are still waiting on basic life simulation content. I think it's justified that people think the game is evolving in a very slow way, especially now that we're past the mark.

It might be that they are tweaking the engine to support more content, since they are shutting off the support for 32bit but I don't know.
AquaGamer1212
New Spectator
6 years ago
I don’t think we’re getting anything until Sims 4 Legacy releases so that’s why the past few months have been dry. There’s no point in updating a game not everyone will be able to play.