Forever Free Packs for Everyone
The Sims 4 is a 10-year-old game with over 100 DLC packs (106), and EA will likely keep releasing more for years. Competing life-sim games like Inzoi and Paralives offers much of this content in their base game. For example, Inzoi can provide content equivalent to 30–40 Sims 4 packs in its basegame for the price of just one expansion pack(40$) and we already have 20 of them. To stay competitive and keep players engaged, EA should make some older packs permanently free—such as Seasons, Cats & Dogs and Get to Work. Giving 2–4 free packs from each pack category would greatly benefit new players so they can complete other packs without pirating. For players who already own these packs, EA could offer new Kits free for a month (like they did with Desert Luxe Kit when The Sims 4 became free). I think forever free packs should be; 2 expansion packs -> seasons, cats and dogs (out of 20 eps) 2 game packs -> dine out, get to work (out of 12 gps) 4 stuff packs -> cool kitchen, bowling night, backyard, spooky (out of 20 sps) 4 kits -> throwback fit, industrial loft, blooming rooms, carnaval streetwear (out of 40 kits of excluding 11 creator kits and 2 spongebob kits, total 53)
Outdoor plants kit with cross pack for seasons
I would love a kit with outdoor plant (mainly flowers). The options are limited now, but better with debug. Honestly just making the debug ones into bb-ones would be an improvment. The debug menu is Hard to navigate. Tulips, daffodils that only blooms in spring (cross pack with Seanson). Flowering trees that goes green in the summer. Echinacea, Bugbane, Astilbe, Scottish bluebell etc.
Creator Kit: Prairie Dreams - Official Screenshot Thread
Sul Sul everyone, Tomorrow we'll be launching our newest Creator Kit, Prairie Dreams, by Miiko, so let's kick off our official screenshot thread! Get your Sims dressed and ready for an afternoon stroll in the park, or an elegant garden party with these gorgeous vintage outfits, and share all your screenshots below!
[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
Cross-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. ~ HaleySpongebob's House & SpongeBob Kids Room Kit - Official Screenshot Thread!
Ahoy Simmers! Are you ready? Tomorrow we'll be releasing our two newest kits, SpongeBob's House and SpongeBob Kids Room, so it's time for some nautical nonsense with our official screenshot thread! 🧽🍍 Don't be a goofy goober, join in on the F.U.N. and share all your new pineapple shaped homes and underwater themed rooms!
Big Ticket Items Kit...
When you play with aging turned off it is harder to stay poor than it is to get rich. This suggestion is for money sink items that are ridiculously expensive. There are about 25 items in a kit. You could have 5 tiers with five items per tier. The more items you have the more likely the burglar will attempt to rob you. The higher the tier the items are, the tougher the burglar will be. Tier 1: Burglar can bypass the burglar alarm. Tier 2: Tier 1 + Burglar can block phones from dialing out. No Police. Tier 3: Tiers 1 & 2 + Burglar is strong and hard to beat in a fight. Tier 4: Tiers 1 -3 + Burglar can do a smoke bomb escape. Tier 5: Tiers 1 -4 + Burglar is stealthy and can only be seen if the lights are on in the room they are in. Burglar does not trigger auto-lights. More items could also mean more burglars per event. This kit is just a game play mechanic to reduce household funds and keep things challenging.Hairstyle Creator Kits for Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Afro Options
Most of the hairstyles in the game just aren’t great — it’s almost impossible to find hair that looks as good as custom content. I think we really need Creator Kits focused on hairstyles. There could be four separate kits for straight, wavy, curly, and afro hair — and honestly, even 2 or 3 kits for each type would be amazing. I’d be happy to pay $15 instead of $5 for these kits if it meant getting a lot of variety with high-quality — not blurry or low quality-looking and I’d want them to be available for every life stage, all the way down to toddlers. The game really needs more beautiful hairstyles. And clearly we won't get that top notch looking hairstyles with expansion packs. Please, consider working with talented CC creators (like the ones I’ve listed below) to release at least one or two hairstyle kits for each hair type. If each kit had 10–15 new hairstyles that also worked for toddlers and children, there would be so many players willing to pay extra — myself included. We desperately need more high-quality hair in the game. For Straight Hairs; For Wavy Hairs; For Curly Hairs; For Afro Hairs;
A Jewelry Kit
We have tons of CAS kits, BB kit, we have a make up kit, and a gameplay kit, but what about a jewelry kit specifically to Jewelry like a necklaces, earrings, bracelet, piercings, watches, rings and double rings (Big Hint for the devs add a swatch for the base game engagement ring and add a wedding band with it so we can have an engagement ring and another swatch with the engagement ring and wedding band together let it have all the same color swatches.) it's good for story telling.
