Need a way to reconfigure or at least disable hotkeys
I am particularly frustrated with the "V" keybind to record video. It's useful for people who need it, but if we aren't regularly using the in-game video recording function I think we should be able to disable it or reconfigure it to a key that's not right in the middle of the keyboard. I'm constantly pressing it whenever I press the "B" key to jump to the walls in build mode.
South African Pack Idea
Walk with me, fellow Simmers… what are your thoughts? I've been playing The Sims since the very first game, and one thing that stands out to me is the lack of African representation. It’s surprising, considering how rich and diverse African culture is. My friends and I believe the developers might be scared or reluctant to authentically recreate African and African American culture in the game. Here are some beautiful ideas I’d love to see brought to life in The Sims! World: Gown Town (Cape Town Inspired) Step into the heart of South Africa with The Sims 4: Safari Nights! This expansion brings a stunning new world, rich cultural experiences, unique careers, and delicious cuisine inspired by Mzansi. Whether your Sims are exploring the savanna, hosting a braai, or building a career in South Africa’s dynamic industries, this pack offers a fresh and immersive experience. New Careers Safari Guide (Active Career) Description: Lead Sims and tourists through breathtaking safaris, spotting the Big Five and learning about conservation efforts. Career Levels: Wildlife Tracker Junior Safari Guide Senior Safari Guide Park Ranger Eco-Tourism Specialist Conservation Advocate Safari Lodge Manager National Park Director Wildlife Researcher Legendary Safari Expert Paleontologist Description: Uncover South Africa’s prehistoric past by excavating fossils, researching ancient species, and making groundbreaking discoveries. Career Levels: Fossil Hunter Dig Site Assistant Research Assistant Museum Curator Field Researcher Fossil Analyst Lead Paleontologist Prehistoric Conservationist Discovery Specialist World-Renowned Paleontologist Pro Surfer Description: Ride the waves in one of the world's top surfing destinations! Train hard, compete in international surf competitions, and become a legendary wave rider. Career Levels: Beach Bum Local Wave Rider Amateur Competitor Surf Instructor Regional Contender Big Wave Surfer International Competitor Surfing Icon Championship Winner Surfing Legend Airport Careers (Active Career) Description: Work at a bustling international airport, ensuring smooth travel for Sims heading to and from international destinations. What type of traveler will your sim be? (airport personalities and moodlets: passport parent- keeps track of the group's belongings, negative nelly, ect) Career Levels: Baggage Handler Ground Crew Member Ticketing Agent Flight Dispatcher Air Traffic Controller Junior Pilot First Officer Captain Airline Executive Aviation Mogul New Activities Braai Gatherings Sims can host traditional South African BBQs with boerewors, steak, and pap! Safari Excursions Take Sims on a safari to spot lions, elephants, and rhinos in a brand-new world inspired by Kruger National Park. Shebeen Nights Visit a lively shebeen (informal tavern) where Sims can enjoy live music, local drinks, and a true township vibe. Traditional Beadwork & Crafting Sims can create and sell beautiful Zulu or Xhosa beadwork for extra Simoleons. Surfing in Durban Take on the waves in a stunning coastal world inspired by Durban’s beaches. Surf Competitions Sims can enter local and international surf contests, competing for fame and sponsorship deals. Airport Adventures Sims can now travel, work, or hang out at an international airport with new interactive activities, including: Checking in for flights Watching planes take off Working at customs and security checkpoints Handling baggage logistics Becoming a flight attendant and serving passengers (active in-flight activities rabbithole?) Sangoma Healing Practices Sims can visit or train as a Sangoma (traditional healer), learning ancestral rituals and herbal medicine and even host girls trips and healing retreats! African Storytelling Nights Gather Sims around a firepit to share folklore and myths, unlocking hidden cultural buffs. Taxi Minibus Culture Sims can use or drive the famous South African taxi minibus! Street Soccer (Diski) Let Sims join an informal soccer match in the streets, improving their fitness and social skills. Dinosaur Fossil Excavation Sims can dig at excavation sites to uncover fossils, learning about South Africa’s prehistoric creatures! New South African Recipes Bunny Chow – A hollowed-out bread filled with spicy curry. Boerewors Roll – A grilled sausage in a bun with chakalaka sauce. Bobotie – A flavorful minced meat dish with a golden egg topping. Chakalaka & Pap – Spicy vegetable relish served with maize porridge. Vetkoek – Deep-fried dough filled with mince or jam. Malva Pudding – A rich, spongy dessert with a caramelized texture. Potjiekos – A slow-cooked stew made over an open fire. Smiley (Sheep’s Head) – A township delicacy! Milk Tart (Melktert) – A creamy custard tart with cinnamon. Koeksisters – A sweet, syrup-drenched twisted doughnut. Samp & Beans – A traditional dish of corn and beans. Cape Malay Curry – A fragrant, slightly sweet curry with apricots. Amagwinya – A township favorite, similar to vetkoek but lighter. Snoek & Apricot Jam – A grilled fish dish with a sweet and smoky glaze. Umqombothi (Traditional Beer) – A homemade African beer brewed for celebrations.
Functional pet carrier / travel bag for cats and dogs? 🐾👜
Do you also feel like we are missing the mechanic of putting a pet into a carrier or bag before traveling?I really wish that before heading to the vet or going on vacation, our female Sim could physically put her cat or small dog into a travel bag and carry it, instead of them just running behind or teleporting to the new lot.What are your thoughts? Would you love to see this kind of realism in the game?Request for Mermaids and Aliens Pack Refresh in The Sims 4
Hi SimGurus and The Sims team! I absolutely love the gameplay, ranks, and skill trees created for Werewolves and Vampires. They feel so deep, detailed, and fun to play!However, Mermaids (Island Living) and Aliens (Get to Work) feel very empty and basic in comparison. They really need their own progression systems and power trees. What does the community and the team think about a future Pack Refresh for these older occults? We would love to see them get the depth they deserve. Please consider giving them a modern update! #Sims4 #PackRefresh P.S. It would also be amazing to add a real underwater cave/grotto that works as a hidden, loadable destination where Sims can actually travel to. I would love to see unique interactions there, like hosting mermaid gatherings, sleeping on coral beds, or exploring the deep sea for treasures, just like the secret realms we have for other occults
Sims doing home cleaning
Like Mowing the lawn, watering the lawn and plants. Washing the curtains windows/ shower, blankets, rugs, towels pillow (that's one thing I loved about Sims 3 they also was like the bed sheets smell fresh and clean.) couch covers. I'm probably asking for too much now but Shampoo the floor or carpet. The pet beds.
Replace the 4 Above / 4 Below Limit with 8 Flexible Build Levels
Right now we're limited to 4 stories above ground and 4 basement levels. Instead of increasing the total number of levels, what if we just had 8 buildable levels total and could choose how to allocate them? Example: Current: ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ────── ▼ ▼ ▼ ▼ Suggested: ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ───────── ▼ ▼Sims characters being unfaithful
Why can the Sims character flirt with someone that is not their designated spouse/person they're dating most people dont want their character to do this so it should only happen when you do it manually and never the Sims own decision. This way if you want your character to cheat they are free to do so but youre still in control and dont have to keep an eye out for it and shut it down when you see it constantly.
Searching Households on SIMS gallery
Will they be fixing the gallery search features. Or did they remove everything? I mean I try to search for a SIM using first name like Susan and nothing comes up like before you can just type a name and everything related to that name would come up. I keep checking my filters and made sure I am logged into my EA account. But they broke the gallery search options.
