Missing Cottage Living and Discover University on The Sims 4 PC
Hi, I’m having an issue with missing content in The Sims 4 on PC through the EA app. The missing packs are Cottage Living and Discover University. I bought them through Eneba, redeemed the codes on my EA account, and both packs worked before. I was able to play with them normally. After not playing for a few months, I came back and found that both packs were gone. They do not appear in The Sims 4 > Manage > Manage add-ons in the EA app anymore. I already tried: checking Manage add-ons , clearing the EA app , restarting the EA app ,signing out and back in & reinstalling the EA app. The issue is still happening. I have proof of purchase/receipts for the packs. Has anyone had this happen before, or is there anything else I can check?
The Victorian
Hello fellow Simmers!!! Today I bring to you a build that I did for QTSimz Shell Challenge. I can honestly say that it definitely was a challenge with the curved walls, but once I knew what I wanted it did come together nicely. As with most of QT's shell, which she gives us very minimal rules, I did move the top floor to a position that fit my need and I knew immediately that I wanted something Victorian style. So here is what I came up with: I love the way this build came out. The porch and the wildflower garden are some of my favorite parts of this build. Next I will show you the floor plan: Following are some exterior pictures: Last but not least some interior pictures: I wanted to keep the color scheme to a calming color and so I chose the teal or mint green color along with gold accents. I hope whoever downloads this home will enjoy it very much. Let me know what you think of it. Enjoy!!! Gallery ID: Froggy2747Cross-Platform DLC Transfers for The Sims 4
Dear Reader, As a dedicated Sim player for over 18 years, I genuinely love and enjoy the game. While I've occasionally been frustrated by some updates (or the lack thereof), nothing has been more disheartening than the inability to transfer purchased packs across platforms. I currently play on PlayStation but have been considering switching to PC/Mac for greater convenience, especially when traveling. However, I was shocked to discover that the significant investment I've made in The Sims 4 content—over $1,400 across expansion packs, game packs, stuff packs, and kits—would not carry over to a new platform. This limitation is both frustrating and discouraging for loyal players like myself. What is the point of having an EA account if it doesn't provide the flexibility to access purchased content across platforms? The idea of repurchasing the same DLC content for another $1,400 is unreasonable and alienating to devoted fans. Allowing cross-platform pack transfers would offer more advantages than drawbacks: Player Loyalty and Customer Appreciation: The Sims franchise thrives on its passionate and loyal player base. Allowing cross-platform pack transfers would show that EA values and appreciates its most dedicated players. Increasing Player Engagement: Players are more likely to engage with the game on multiple platforms when their content carries over. This flexibility enhances the player experience, encouraging greater long-term involvement in the game. Consistency with Industry Trends: Cross-platform play and transferable purchases are becoming industry standards. Major gaming companies such as Epic Games, Microsoft, and Ubisoft have embraced this model, making it easier for players to access their content across different devices. EA should follow suit to remain competitive and player-focused. Convenience for Players on the Go: Gaming isn't confined to a single device anymore. Many players, myself included, would love to play The Sims 4 while traveling or on road trips by simply hotspotting a laptop to a phone. Without cross-platform content, this becomes nearly impossible for console players. Protection Against Piracy: The current system inadvertently encourages players to seek unauthorized ways to access their paid content on other platforms. Offering a legitimate solution for transferring packs would reduce the incentive for piracy. Increased DLC Sales: Players who have the flexibility to use their packs across platforms are more likely to continue purchasing new content rather than feeling alienated by platform restrictions. Improved Customer Satisfaction: Happy customers are more likely to recommend the game and remain loyal to the franchise. Allowing pack transfers would address a significant pain point for many players, fostering a more positive relationship with the EA brand. I understand that some might argue I should simply remain on PlayStation, but it's not always practical. Being able to hotspot my laptop during travel and play like so many other players would be a game-changer for me. I appreciate the hard work the team puts into developing new content, and I'm more than willing to continue supporting The Sims series financially. However, I cannot justify paying twice for the same content. Loyal fans deserve a better solution. I sincerely hope EA will consider addressing this issue and providing a solution that benefits the entire player base. Thank you for your time and for listening to this long-time player's concerns. ~ Haley
Occult Pack Sequels Focused on CAS & Build/Buy Expansion
I wouldn’t mind seeing sequels to existing occult packs like Vampires, Werewolves, or Enchanted/Nature‑based content — as long as the focus is on adding more CAS items and Build/Buy items. Occults are some of the most popular features in The Sims 4, but most of them only received one pack and then stopped getting updates. A sequel pack could expand their customization options, aesthetics, and world‑building without needing to redo the gameplay systems. More hair, accessories, anatomical features, clothing, furniture, themed clutter, and architectural styles would help each occult feel more complete and give players more creative freedom. This would let existing occults grow instead of being replaced or redesigned, and it would give long‑term players more depth for storytelling and building.High-Tech Burglar Prevention
I’d love to see more anti‑burglar items added to the game. Right now we only have the upgraded alarm, but burglar gameplay exists now, so expanding home security would make building and storytelling a lot more fun. Things like security cameras, laser grids, motion sensors, tripwires, pressure plates, and window‑break detectors would add depth and give players more control over protecting their homes.The Sims 4 Expansion Pack Idea – Dragons & Mythical Companions
For years, players have enjoyed expanding their families with pets, horses, and many different Occult Sims. However, one fantasy theme is still missing: dragons and mythical companions. This expansion introduces not only dragons, but an entire ecosystem of mythical companions inspired by legends from around the world. Every creature has its own personality, preferred lifestyle, abilities, and relationships with Sims. Rather than being simple pets, dragons become lifelong companions, protectors, explorers, and members of the family. Some species are playful and mischievous, while others are powerful guardians capable of carrying Sims across the world. Alongside dragons, players can discover legendary creatures that cannot simply be created in Create-a-Sim. These mythical beings must be earned through exploration, trust, and unique gameplay. 1. Dragon Creation Players can create their own dragons during household creation. Instead of being limited to one appearance, dragons are divided into different species and sizes. -Players choose: -Species -Scale colour -Size -Personality -Temperament -Favourite environment Each dragon develops its own preferences throughout life, making every companion feel unique. 2. Dragon Sizes Fairy Dragons🧚💚 -Tiny dragons no larger than a cat or infant. -Highly intelligent, playful and curious. -Perfect companions for family gameplay. Fairy Dragons are tiny dragon companions famous for their intelligence, curiosity and mischievous behaviour. They hide objects, collect treasures, steal shiny items, bring gifts, play harmless pranks and constantly search for new adventures. Depending on their personality, they may return home carrying: -Crystals -Fish -Flowers -Rare collectibles -Forgotten relics -Simoleons mysteriously "found" somewhere nearby. They create unique friendships with other animals. Cats may be gently carried through the skies on playful adventures. Dogs enjoy magical games of fetch and races around the garden. Fairy Dragons adore children, magical plants and lively households filled with activity. Although playful, they remain deeply loyal and eventually choose one favourite family member with whom they develop an extraordinary lifelong bond. Medium Dragons🐲🔥 A dragon species about the size of a large dog or horse. Large enough to help Sims guard their lots against thieves or uninvited guests—like vampires who want plasma without asking—and they can accompany them on adventures in various regions to protect their Sim, however, some Sims will be afraid of the dragon’s company, making it harder to maintain a good relationship between the dragon and a stranger Sim. Great Dragons🐉🌠 Huge dragons that can carry Sims through the skies. They allow for aerial exploration; you can challenge a Sim to dragon races and explore distant journeys between worlds, and you can even take a couple in love on a trip as a “date in the sky” option—this can help build trust between the dragon and the other Sim. These giant dragons not only become living mounts but also friends to your Sim; with them, you can share your passions, such as reading them books, painting pictures, or playing music that can influence their emotions. Of course, you can also fall asleep on their paw if your Sim trusts their dragon. Unlike other dragons, these ones inspire fear with their appearance; even if they have a gentle nature, this can discourage neighbors from getting to know your Sim. An uncontrolled dragon may attack your Sim if it gets on their nerves and may provoke a conflict with another dragon. In a nutshell, players can: -Fly over neighborhoods. -Visit other worlds. -Participate in dragon races. -Discover hidden places. -Unlock aerial adventures. -Travel with their significant other as a date. -Share their passions with their dragon. 3. Integration with add-ons and popular Sims. Integration with expansions Dragons and mythical creatures naturally interact with previously released content. Examples include: Realm of Magic🧙 Dragons and mythical creatures establish contact with one another more quickly. If such a creature accompanies a wizard, it can protect the wizard from magic overload, teach new spells not found in spellbooks, and grant immunity to certain elements, such as fire. Famous Characters: Morgyn Ember might possess a massive phoenix. This mythical creature is close to the wizard and protects him from fire. Faba L. has a fairy dragon that encourages him to play pranks Simeon Silversweater has an ancient dragon that is peaceful and supports his wizard. Vampires🧛 Dragons with certain personality traits similar to those of vampires—such as drinking plasma or a preference for the night—form stronger bonds with vampires and lead a nocturnal lifestyle. The sun does not harm them, but it makes the dragon feel uncomfortable, and if the dragon stays with a vampire in the sun, it transfers dark energy to the vampire, granting a certain percentage of resistance to sunlight and allowing it to kidnap a Sim for its vampire master if you train it to do so. They do not get along with werewolves and defend their territory against intruders. Famous Charakters: The Vatore family has a medium-sized dragon that provides them with a supply of plasma. She is a companion to her family and tries to protect them from Straud. Werewolves🐺 Dragons with the “Love of the Wild” or “Love of Nature” traits influence the “Fury” mechanic, allowing them to help a werewolf get rid of its fury or increase its fury if the player wants the werewolf to fight someone—and defeat an opponent, such as Greg. These dragons can engage in friendly sparring with werewolves to boost their athletic skill and wolf abilities. Enchanted by Nature🌺 Dragons have special abilities, such as healing pets from illnesses and even rejuvenating them; they can revive gnomes and even plant seeds. To gain these abilities, a dragon or Sim must befriend Mother Nature. Island Living🧜 Dragons with a passion for Sulani connect more easily with mermaids; they can swim with them in the sea and even venture deep into the ocean—a new location to explore—in search of treasure. A dragon can swim alone or with your Sim, but if your Sim isn’t a mermaid, the dragon companion can grant them the ability to breathe underwater temporarily. Royalty and Legacy👑 Dragons belonging to a dynasty, thanks to their legendary status, boost prestige, inspire subjects, and strengthen the position of royal families—but they also intensify rivalry from other dynasties. This may stem from fear of the dragon or hatred toward a particular dynasty. Life and Death💀 Dragons with the “macabre” trait or rare species, such as spectral or skeletal dragons, are more likely to form bonds with gloomy Sims and those who collaborate with Death. From the very beginning, these dragons inspire aversion in all Sims except for the Macabre, ghosts, and vampires. They can create a cold, thick fog that intensifies fear among living Sims, and their grim roar causes them to flee. If a family owns one of these dragons, it provides them with a high level of protection against encounters with Death. If this dragon has befriended a Sim, you can make a “wish” to “bring the Sim back to life.” The dragon can revive the Sim or grant them a new life in the form of a child. Famous Charakters; Vladislaus Straud is the master of his spectral dragon, which poses a danger to others. It’s hard to make contact with this dragon unless it sees Straud, who has a good rapport with Sims. This dragon hunts other Sims to bring them to its master. 4. Legendary Mythical Creatures Unlike ordinary dragons, legendary creatures cannot be created. Players must discover them through exploration, achievements, and trust. Each legendary creature is a unique being with its own story. Examples: • Phoenix • Guardian of the Sea • Spirit Dragon • Other creatures inspired by the mythology of various cultures. An encounter with one of them should be a one-of-a-kind experience. 5. New Skills. Dragonic Language🐲💬 Sims gradually learn the language of dragons. Higher skill levels unlock: -Conversations -Ancient dragon inscriptions -Special commands -Dragon history -Stronger bonds Mythic Language🥇 An advanced language used by legendary creatures. Learning it allows Sims to understand forgotten myths and communicate with beings beyond ordinary dragons. 6.New Items, creations and more. New musical instruments and vocals—lute, harp, and opera vocals. New clothes and items for pets inspired by the Middle Ages or magic, such as a large crystal ball as a cat bed. And, of course, accessories for Sims, such as horns or scales on their bodies. Of course, this is just one possible vision for an Expansion Pack, and I'd love to hear everyone else's ideas as well. I'm sure the community has plenty of creative concepts that could make this even better. Personally, I believe an expansion centered around dragons and mythical creatures would be a wonderful addition to The Sims 4. It would open the door to new stories, adventures, family gameplay, and interactions with existing Occults, while giving players even more freedom to create unique worlds. Thank you for taking the time to read my concept! I'd love to know what features, creatures, or gameplay ideas you would add. 🐉✨
Astronomical Total Cost
The number one complaint about the sims 4 is indeed its astronomical total cost, which exceeds $1,600 USD to own the complete game with all downloadable content at full price. Got an idea:- I've just been on the steam store and it cost £1452.86 to purchase all the expansions in the Uk, I'm not being funny when I say this, it's a computer game!!!! So on to my idea, why don't you make a bundle that cost around £50 that includes all packs, kits and expansion that over 5 years old and update this bundle each time a expansion falls into this bracket. If you purchase this bundle, you will still get the expansions when they fall into this bracket later. The sims 3 was in the Guinness World Records as a massive title in PC piracy, I'm sure the sims 4 is not that far behind, but when you see the cost to play catch up, you can see why so many, turn to the dark side. I can understand that EA need to make money, but when you think about this, if 3.2 million people have pirated the sims, you get zero money for this, the only benefit you have, many of them will keep the game active, but that does not pay your wages. So if you where to make a 5+ year bundle and if half of the 3.2 million where to invest in this bundle, that's 1.6 million X£50 that's a lot of money from old content. (Around 80 Million)
Upgrade Base Worlds & Starting Funds Based on DLC Collections
I think Willow Creek and Oasis Springs could gradually improve depending on how much additional Sims 4 content a player owns. Not everything has to change, and the worlds should remain recognizable. But some houses and community lots could receive upgrades as a player’s collection grows, whether I personally use those lots or not. For example, Movers & Shakers could remain the same gym but gradually improve its equipment, decor, landscaping, and other features. Starter houses could become nicer and better furnished. Other houses and community lots could receive similar, smaller upgrades. Yes, Simmers can already replace these lots with whatever they want. Builders can make their own, and other players can use the Gallery. That shouldn’t change. But not everyone enjoys building, and not everyone wants to replace EA lots with other Simmers’ creations constantly. For those players, these upgrades would make the original worlds feel like they have grown alongside the rest of The Sims 4. Starting funds could also increase as more content is owned, so upgraded starter houses remain affordable. For example: 0-5 add-ons: Standard - §20,000 Above Average - §40,000 High - §60,000 6-15 add-ons: Standard - §25,000 Above Average - §45,000 High - §70,000 16-30 add-ons: Standard - §30,000 Above Average - §55,000 High - §90,000 31-45 add-ons: Standard - §40,000 Above Average - §70,000 High - §120,000 46+ add-ons: Standard - §50,000 Above Average - §80,000 High - §150,000 Career wages could receive much smaller increases so that the game doesn’t suddenly become too easy. The exact numbers aren’t really the important part. The point is that someone with 50+ add-ons is playing a much larger version of The Sims 4 than someone with only the base game and a few packs. It would be nice to return to Willow Creek after building up a large collection and think, “Wait, this is the old gym? This place looks a lot better now.” And if you don’t like an upgraded lot? You can still replace it just like you can now.
[PS/XB] Cursor is missing
Can’t save my game. When I switch to needs etc game sends me to load screen. Cursor disappears so I can’t even scroll or play when the save option works which is like 10% of the time. Spent sooo much money on this game and being unable to play is disappointing. Please fix soon!!!! Edit By Crinrict: Adjusted Title fit bug report at AHQ
