But it has gotten better, and I'd say it's worth playing if you pick a few DLC that you think you'll enjoy, and some Custom Content to your liking! I'd also recommend some mods like MC Command Center or other story progression mods just to make the game more realistic and fun. It's had a few hiccups along the road, and that's without counting the Star Wars pack, because I refuse to acknowledge that it wasn't a random fever dream I had.
Overall, The Sims 4 has gotten a lot better since it started. (So, yes, while I know I am scamming myself at this point by monetarily supporting this game, I decided to do it anyway! It was an impulse-buy. The Sims 3, for example, is worth playing with just the base game installed, in my opinion, so if you don't like to get absolutely scammed into giving EA your money, maybe try that one? Just don't get the Katy Perry stuff pack if you do decide to buy DLC after all. The DLC is very expensive, though, and that is something to remember. My strategy going forward is probably going to be: play game > forget it exists > remember it exists > get the cheapest pack I can > play game with its new features. This isn't news to anyone, I know, but I'm just saying this to emphasize that if you're not planning on buying any DLC for this game you may as well just go on a lawless maritime exploration of it instead of purchasing it, because the base game itself is NOT IT. Now, one thing that should go without saying is that EA IS VERY GREEDY. They're just kinda weird-looking, in my opinion, and I'd much rather play The Sims 3 if I'm not gonna include custom content. I've recently discovered that a lot of people find the Sims 3 sims ugly, and that was honestly a HUGE surprise to me, because although the sims in The Sims 4 are much more aesthetically pleasing than in any of the other games WITH CUSTOM CONTENT INCLUDED, if I have to create vanilla sims? Nope. Creating Sims is so fun, it's true, but without Custom Content? It's a no-go for me, thank you very much. It's great! I think everyone can agree that this game has the best Build-and-Buy Mode that the Sims franchise has ever seen.ĬAS-wise? Hmmmm, this one is tricky. Whenever I make house I'm really proud of, I showcase it to every one. Oh, man, it really boosts my self-esteem, not gonna lie. I have never considered myself a builder, ever, but this game. Why did they do the Caliente sisters this dirty? Why? I just wanna know.)īuilding-wise? 100% MADE FOR YOU, BUY IT. If you're expecting fleshed out, non-half-assed stories, this will disappoint. Lore-wise? Girl, put on an eyepatch and go explore the Sims 2. There are many different kinds of Simmers, and I don't think this is the more adequate for every single one of them. Now, would I recommend The Sims 4? Honestly, it depends. I've loved these games ever since I can remember, and they have a very special place in my heart.īuying this game on Steam was kinda useless, seeing as I already owned it since its release in 2014 on Origin (frankly, I just wanted to see those hours pile up on Steam whenever I get into the cycle of Remember Game Exists > Play Game Obsessively For A Short Period > Forget Game Exists, and I felt a little guilty about my, uhm, less-than-legitimate maritime exploration, to put it in a cute little ~metaphor~, of all of the DLC content over the years). I started playing The Sims 2 when I was a child because of my mother (and, back in the day, even my grandmother played it). As more news drops, we’ll be right here to unpack it for you on Shacknews.I have a long history with the Sims franchise. This included the news of crossplay coming to Apex legends, as well as confirmation of a new Skate being in development. The Sims 4 is one of many titles making the jump.ĮA Play Live was home to many updates on Electronic Arts’ landmark titles. This includes EA Access, Electronic Arts’ subscription service. Valve and EA recently came to an agreement that allows EA to put a large share of their library back onto Steam. This may not make a huge difference to those who were already playing on their computers through Origin, but many prefer the Steam Store and its ecosystem.
Now, the simulator is available through Steam.
The Sims 4 has been available for PC players through EA’s Origin launcher and store. It was announced during EA Play Live 2020 that the Sims 4 will be coming to Steam, available now. Now under the EA banner, The Sims franchise can be found on both consoles and PC. With an emphasis on customization, The Sims encourages players to let their imagination run wild.
For over 20 years, the series has let players create their own unique characters, families, and homes. The Sims franchise has revolutionized the simulator genre.