This year marks a significant milestone for the beloved Sims franchise as it celebrates 25 years of fostering creativity, storytelling, and simulation. In an exciting announcement earlier this month, EA unveiled the latest expansion for *The Sims 4*, titled ‘*The Sims 4* Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack.’ Following last year's ‘Life & Death’ expansion, this new pack offers players the opportunity to transform their Sims' favorite pastimes into profitable ventures, generating Simoleons from their hobbies.
What Is The Release Date For The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack?
The eagerly anticipated ‘*The Sims 4* Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack’ is slated for release on March 6th, 2025. This expansion allows players to dive deep into the world of entrepreneurship and creative careers within their virtual universe. While career path expansions are familiar territory for The Sims, this pack introduces the unique feature of running personal businesses, enabling players to further customize their Sims' worlds and stories.
With the introduction of new skills, locations, and perks, *The Sims 4* demonstrates its ongoing commitment to expanding its universe, offering players more ways to engage with their Sims' lives.
New Skills:
Tattooing: Your Sim can now embark on a journey to master the art of tattooing. They can design and apply custom tattoos at their own tattoo studio using the new “Tattoo Paint Mode,” which features a variety of tools for crafting unique body art. As with real-life skills, increasing their tattooing proficiency unlocks more intricate designs.
Pottery: Become a small business owner by creating custom clay pieces, from vases to dishware. With a pottery wheel and kiln at their disposal, Sims can explore different techniques to craft items for their homes or as thoughtful gifts.
New Businesses:
In addition to the skill-specific businesses like tattooing and pottery, players can leverage opportunities from previous Expansion, Game, and Stuff Packs. The cross-pack compatibility enhances gameplay by integrating past content, offering a richer storytelling experience. Players can open:
- Pet Cafes (Cats and Dogs Expansion Pack)
- Karaoke Bars (City Living Expansion Pack)
- A Dance Club or Arcade (Get Together Expansion Pack)
- An Acting School (Get Famous Expansion Pack)
- Bowling Alleys (Bowling Night Stuff Pack)
- A Spa (Spa Day Game Pack)
- A Laundromat (Laundry Day Stuff Pack)
Business Perks and Alignments:
A new Business Perk system has been introduced, impacting not just the success of a Sim’s business but also their personal life. Players can select a business strategy that aligns with their goals:
- Dreamer: Prioritize creativity and customer satisfaction, potentially sacrificing profit for a more fulfilling experience.
- Schemer: Focus on cutting corners to maximize profit and business growth.
- Neutral: Strive for a balance between fulfillment and financial gain.
Each chosen alignment offers unique interactions and gameplay experiences.
New Location:
The ‘*The Sims 4* Business & Hobbies Expansion’ introduces Nordhaven, a new locale featuring a vibrant arts community, stunning landscapes, and numerous spots for business and hobby enthusiasts.
The ‘*The Sims 4* Businesses & Hobbies Expansion’ is now available for pre-order on the EA app, Epic Games Store, Steam, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One systems, with its release scheduled for March 6th, 2025.
