So far, every expansion pack that has been made for The Sims 4 is so unique and adds beautiful features to the base game. With every new expansion pack, you gain access to a new world with so many secrets and surprises that are worth exploring. In this guide, we will go through each one, and hopefully, I can help you figure out which of them is the best for you.
Expansion Packs
Every expansion pack comes with a unique theme, but it also brings us major new features like a new world filled with many objects, clothes, and, of course, life states. You will find everything about them below:
1- The Sims 4: Get to Work
World: The pack includes a new world called Magnolia Promenade.
Active careers: Follow your Sim at work and be part of his career as a:
- Detective
- Doctor
- Scientist
Retail business: Self-employment is here to stay. Build your own business from scratch and become a proud small (or big 😉 ) business owner.
Aliens: They can analyze personalities, empathize, erase minds, and disguise themselves to look like normal Sims.
Skills: Two new skills are now available:
- Photography
- Baking
New items: You will find new items in Build Mode and CAS Mode.
2- The Sims 4 Get Together
World: The pack includes a new world called Windenburg
Clubs: Create a club, a.k.a. social group, become the leader, and personalize it as you like. Up to 8 Sims can join, and there are rules to be followed, all picked by you.
Group activities:
- Foosball
- Darts
- Don’t Wake The Llama
- Jumping platform
- Fire dance around the bonfire
Skills: Two new skills are now available:
- DJ
- Dancing
Traits: Two new traits are now available:
- Dance Machine
- Insider
Aspiration: A new aspiration is now available:
- Leader of the Pack
New items: You will find new items in Build Mode and CAS Mode.
3- The Sims 4 City Living
World: The pack includes a new world called San Myshuno.
Careers: three new careers are now available:
- Critic
- Politician
- Social Media
Apartments and penthouses: You get a completely different game style with these two addictions.
- Apartments: You will have to pay a deposit and rent if you decide to move into an apartment. They also come with a lot of surprises, such as mice and cockroaches.
- Penthouses: These are not available for rent; you will have to buy one, but at least you won’t have to worry about pest problems. Just enjoy the view and relax.
Festivals: Sims can now attend different festivals. There are five of them:
- Geekcon
- Humor and Hijinks Festival
- Romance Festival
- Spice Festival
- Flea Market
Skills: One new skill is now available:
- Singing
Traits: One new trait is now available:
- Unflirty
Aspiration: A new aspiration is now available:
- City Native
Lot Traits: A new amazing addition to the game is now available with eighteen lot characteristics:
- Chef’s Kitchen
- Quake Zone
- Good Schools
- Mean Vibe
- Home Studio
- Sunny Aspect
- Cursed
- Grody
- Gremlins
- Penny Pixies
- Party Place
- Filthy
- Haunted
- Romantic Aura
- Great Soil
- Child’s Play
- On Ley Line
- Gnomes
New items: You will find new items in Build Mode and CAS Mode.
4- The Sims 4 Cats & Dogs
World: The pack includes a new world called Brindleton Bay.
New business: Run your veterinary clinic as a successful vet. Hire staff and treat the little fur patients.
Cats and dogs: Use the Create-a-Pet tool and customize your fur friends. Give them distinct personalities and complete their looks with beautiful accessories and outfits. You can also train, play, and bond with them.
Traits: Four new traits are now available:
- Animal Affection
- Animal Whisperer
- Cat Lover
- Dog Lover
Lot Traits:
- Breeding Grounds
- Cat Friendly
- Cat Hangout
- Dog Friendly
- Dog Hangout
- Training Ground
Skills: Two new skills are now available:
- Pet Training
- Veterinarian
Aspiration: A new aspiration is now available:
- Friend of the Animals
New items: You will find new items in Build Mode and CAS Mode.
5- The Sims 4 Seasons
Seasons and weather: Experience the four seasons of spring, summer, fall, and winter with a variety of weather effects, such as rain, wind, heatwaves, and snow.
Seasonal Activities: Enjoy every season with these fun activities:
- Build a snow pal
- Create snow angels
- Ice skate
- Splash in a spring shower
- Play in the kiddie pool
- Harvest honey
- Play in leaves
Holidays: Decorate your home according to each holiday. Get ready to celebrate:
- Love Day
- Harvestfest
- Winterfest
- New Year’s Eve
Career: Two new careers are now available:
- Gardener
- Scout
Aspiration: Five new aspirations are now available:
- Heat Acclimation
- Cold Acclimation
- Ice proof
- Waterproof
- Storm Chaser
Skills: Two new skills are now available:
- Flower arranging
- Skating
New items: You will find new items in Build Mode and CAS Mode.
6- The Sims 4 Get Famous
World: The pack includes a new world called Del Sol Valley
Acting career: One new career is now available:
- Actor
- Drama club
Traits: A new trait is now available:
- Self-Absorbed
Lot Traits:
- Hottest Spot in Town
- Up-and-Coming Hotspot
- Celebrity Home
Fame and reputation:
- Fame: determines how popular Sims are in their careers
- Reputation: Every Sim has a reputation, good or bad, but if it stays neutral it won’t have any influence on gameplay.
Skills: Two new skills are now available:
- Acting
- Media production
Aspiration: Two new aspirations are now available:
- World-Famous Celebrity
- Master Actor
New items: You will find new items in Build Mode and CAS Mode.
7- The Sims 4 Island Living
World: The pack includes a new world called Sulani.
Careers: Four new careers are now available:
- Conservationist
- Diver
- Fisherman
- Lifeguard
Odd jobs: If you don’t want to follow a career, you can do an odd job. These are one-time jobs Sims can complete in order to earn Simoleons.
Traits: A new trait is now available:
- Child of the Islands
- Child of the Ocean
Lot Traits:
- Oceanic Paradise
- Island Spirits
- Volcanic Activity
Aspiration: A new aspiration is now available:
- Beach Life
Mermaids: Mermaid Sims can influence the moods and actions of other Sims with various Siren Songs, and they can also summon dolphins.
New items: You will find new items in Build Mode and CAS Mode.
8- The Sims 4 Discover University
World: The pack includes a new world called Britechester.
Degrees: The pack introduces thirteen degrees that are available in-game:
- Art History
- Communications
- Culinary Arts
- Drama
- Fine Art
- History
- Language and Literature
- Biology
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Physics
- Psychology
- Villainy
School organizations: Your Sim can join school organizations like robotics, debate, art, or even a mysterious secret society.
Lot Traits:
- Study Spot
- University Student Hangout
Aspiration: A new aspiration is now available:
- Academic
Skills: Two new skills are now available:
- Research & Debate
- Robotics
Careers: Five new careers are now available:
- Education
- Engineer
- E-Sports Competitor
- Law
- Soccer Team Player
New items: You will find new items in Build Mode and CAS Mode.
9- The Sims 4 Eco Lifestyle
World: The pack includes a new world called Evergreen Harbor.
Eco footprint: Each neighborhood has a green, neutral, or industrial eco footprint. This will determine how polluted the neighborhoods are.
Careers: Two new careers are now available:
- Crafter
- Civil Engineer
Aspirations: Two new aspirations are now available:
- Master Maker
- Eco Innovator
Skills: Two new skills are now available:
- Fabrication
- Juice fizzing
Traits: A new trait is now available:
- Freegan
- Green fiend
- Maker
- Recycle disciple
Lot Traits:
- Eco Lot
- Geothermal
- Landfill Lot
- Natural Well
- Reduce and Recycle
Aspiration: Two new aspirations are now available:
- Eco Innovator
- Master Maker
Weather: A new weather type is now available:
- Acid rain
Sustainable living: Produce electricity, grow your own food, reduce, reuse, and recycle!
Neighborhood Action Plans: Take part in voting and influence the state of your neighborhood along with the rest of the community.
New items: You will find new items in Build Mode and CAS Mode.
10- The Sims 4 Snowy Escape
World: The pack includes a new world called Mt. Komorebi
Activities: Enjoy the beautiful world of Mt. Komorebi by taking part in these activities:
- snowboarding
- skiing
- sledding
- mountain climbing
Traits: Two new traits are now available:
- Adventurous
- Proper
Skills: Three new skills are now available:
- Rock climbing
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
Aspiration: Two new aspirations are now available:
- Extreme Sports Enthusiast
- Mt. Komorebi Sightseer
Careers: A new career is now available:
- Salaryperson
Weather: A new weather type is now available:
- Thundersnowstorm
Lifestyles: These are a series of traits that can be acquired by performing certain activities and influence Sims’ behavior and emotions. Every Sim can have a maximum of three lifestyles at once. Here are the sixteen lifestyles that are included in the pack:
- Adrenaline Seeker
- Close Knit
- Coffee Fanatic
- Energetic
- Frequent Traveler
- Health Food Nut
- Hungry for Love
- Junk Food Fiend
- Indoorsy
- Outdoorsy
- People Person
- Sedentary
- Single and Loving It
- Techie
- Technophobe
- Workaholic
New items: You will find new items in Build Mode and CAS Mode.
11- The Sims 4 Cottage Living
World: The pack includes a new world called Henford-on-Bagley.
Animals: The pack comes with new animals, such as cows, chickens, llamas, wild birds, rabbits, and foxes.
- Chickens produce eggs
- Cows produce milk
- Llamas can be sheared for wool
Foxes, rabbits, and wild birds roam around the world as wild animals, but your Sim can build relationships with them.
Traits: Two new traits are now available:
- Animal enthusiast
- Lactose intolerant
Aspiration: A new aspiration is now available:
- Country Caretaker
Skill:
- Cross-stitch
Activities: Take part in the new activities:
- Befriending birds and wild bunnies
- Canning
- Crafting with wool
- Collecting eggs, feeding, and hatching chickens
- Growing large and oversized produce
- Having picnics
- Milking cows
- Ordering groceries
- Participating in the Finchwick Fair
- Shearing wool from llamas
- Running errands for the locals
New items: You will find new items in Build Mode and CAS Mode.
12- The Sims 4 High School Years
World: The pack includes a new world called Copperdale.
High School: Attend school in person, decorate your locker, get to know your teachers, spend time with your classmates, and enjoy the prom.
Traits: Three new traits are now available:
- Overachiever
- Party animal
- Socially awkward
Aspiration: Four new aspirations are now available:
- Drama Llama
- Goal Oriented
- Live Fast
- Admired Icon
Skill:
- Entrepreneur
Afterschool activities:
- Cheer team member
- Chess team member
- Computer team member
- Football team member
Careers: Two new careers are now available:
- Simfluencer
- Video game streamer
New items: You will find new items in Build Mode and CAS Mode.
13- The Sims 4 Growing Together
World: The pack includes a new world called San Sequoia.
Social Dynamics: Chemistry between Sims is a new feature that makes them have preferences that determine which Sims they are socially compatible with and which Sims are more likely to become their enemies.
Family Ties: The bonds between your Sim family members are very important ,and the family’s dynamics will be affected by your relationship with them.
Aspiration: Four new aspirations are now available:
- Creative Genius
- Mind and Body
- Playtime Captain
- Slumber Party Animal
New items: You will find new items in Build Mode and CAS Mode.
14- The Sims 4 Horse Ranch
World: The pack includes a new world called Chestnut Ridge.
Horses: Raise, train, and form special bonds with your horses. You can customize them in Create a Sim or get a new one by rescuing or purchasing it.
Ranch Animals: You can now own these animals:
- Horses
- Goats
- Sheep
Skills:
- Nectar making
- Riding
- Agility
- Endurance
- Jumping
- Temperament
Traits: Two new traits are now available:
- Rancher
- Horse Lover
Aspiration: Four new aspirations are now available:
- Championship Rider
- Expert Nectar Maker
New items: You will find new items in Build Mode and CAS Mode.
15- The Sims 4 For Rent
World: The pack includes a new world called Tomarang.
Property Management: Become a landlord and look out for the needs of your tenants. Fixing broken objects and dealing with insect infestations.
Traits: Five new traits are now available:
- Nosy
- Generous
- Cringe
- Child of the Village
- Wise
Careers: A new career is now available:
- Handyperson
Aspiration: Four new aspirations are now available:
- Seeker of Secrets
- Five-Star Property Owner
- Fount of Tomarani Knowledge
- Discerning Dweller
New items: You will find new items in Build Mode and CAS Mode.
16- The Sims 4 Lovestruck
World: The pack includes a new world called Ciudad Enamorada.
Cupid’s Corner app: Set up a date with the new date planning system.
Attraction: Turn-ons and Turn-offs will determine how attracted Sims are to each other.
Skill:
- Romance
Traits: Two new traits are now available:
- Romantically Reserved
- Lovebug
Lot Traits:
- Singles Hangout
Aspiration: Two new aspirations are now available:
- Paragon Partner
- Romantic Explorer
Careers: A new career is now available:
- Romance Consultant
Attraction:
- Turn-ons and Turn-offs
- Romance Satisfaction
Romance Dynamics:
- Wholesome
- Steamy
- Strained
- Unpredictable
New items: You will find new items in Build Mode and CAS Mode.
17- The Sims 4 Life & Death
World: The pack includes a new world called Ravenwood.
Grieving: Sims can experience four types of grieving:
- Denial
- Holding It Together
- Anger
- Blues
Soul’s Journey & Rebirth: Sims who fulfill their Soul’s Journey are able to choose to be reborn.
Pet: A new pet is now available:
- Crow
Careers: Two new careers are now available:
- Reaper
- Undertaker
Skill:
- Thanatology
Traits: Three new traits are now available:
- Chased by Death
- Macabre
- Skeptical
Lot Trait:
- On Hallowed Grounds
Reward Trait:
- Burning Soul
- Ghost Whisperer
- Grimborn
Aspiration: A new aspiration is now available:
- Ghost Historian
New items: You will find new items in Build Mode and CAS Mode.
18- The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack
World: The pack includes a new world called Nordhaven.
New Objects:
- Bathroom stalls
- Bicycle
- Candy Making Machine
- Incense
- Pottery kiln
- Pottery wheel
- Swing
- Ticket machine
- Tattooing table
- Upright piano
- Whiteboard
Skills:
- Tattooing
- Pottery
Lot Types:
- Residential Small Business
- Small Business Venue Lot
Aspirations:
- Esteemed Entrepreneur
- Master Mentor
New Fear:
- Fear of Being Cancelled
Other New Features:
- Small Business Perks
- Skill Mastery perks and mentoring Sims
- Skill classes and lectures
- Customer Appreciation Day
- Custom tattoos and layering
- Making jellybeans out of any harvestable
- Passing down family recipe
Small business system can be used with other packs:
- Cats & Dogs: Sims can own pet cafés.
- Get Together: Sims can run their own dance clubs and arcades.
- City Living: Sims can run karaoke bars.
- Get Famous: Sims can run an acting school.
- Spa Day: Sims can operate their own spas.
- Laundry Day Stuff: Sims can operate laundromats, charging customers to use their laundry objects.
- Bowling Night Stuff: Sims can run a bowling alley without having to integrate it into a bar.
New items: You will find new items in Build Mode and CAS Mode.
There is an expansion pack for every taste and every game style that will take your game to the next level. Which one is your favorite so far? Leave your opinion in the comments section below.
