"The Sims 4: Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack - Release Date and Key Features Revealed"
Celebrating 25 years of creativity, storytelling, and simulation, the beloved Sims franchise is set to captivate fans once again with the announcement of the latest expansion pack for *The Sims 4*. Following the success of last year's 'Life & Death' expansion, the upcoming '*The Sims 4* Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack' promises to let players transform their Sims' favorite pastimes into lucrative ventures, generating Simoleons.
What Is The Release Date For The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack?
Mark your calendars for March 6th, 2025, when this exciting new expansion pack will be released. It opens up a world of entrepreneurial possibilities and creative career paths for your Sims, allowing them to personalize their virtual worlds in new and engaging ways. With a focus on running businesses and exploring hobbies, *The Sims 4* continues to expand its universe, offering fresh content that enriches gameplay.
New Skills:
Dive into the art of Tattooing, where your Sim can become a master tattoo artist, running their own studio. The "Tattoo Paint Mode" provides a variety of tools to create unique body art, with skill progression unlocking more intricate designs. Alternatively, embrace Pottery, where your Sim can craft and sell custom clay creations, from vases to dishware, using a pottery wheel and kiln. These new skills not only enhance personal creativity but also pave the way for entrepreneurial success.
New Businesses:
In addition to tattooing and pottery, players can leverage opportunities from previous Expansion, Game, and Stuff Packs. This cross-pack compatibility enriches the gameplay experience, allowing Sims to open a range of businesses, including:
- Pet Cafes (Cats and Dogs Expansion Pack)
- Karaoke Bars (City Living Expansion Pack)
- Dance Clubs or Arcades (Get Together Expansion Pack)
- Acting Schools (Get Famous Expansion Pack)
- Bowling Alleys (Bowling Night Stuff Pack)
- Spas (Spa Day Game Pack)
- Laundromats (Laundry Day Stuff Pack)
Business Perks and Alignments:
The expansion introduces a new Business Perk system that influences both your Sim's business success and personal life. Players can choose from three distinct business strategies:
- Dreamer: Prioritize creativity and customer satisfaction, potentially at the cost of profits.
- Schemer: Focus on cutting corners to maximize profits and business growth.
- Neutral: Balance fulfillment and financial gain for a well-rounded experience.
Each alignment offers unique interactions and gameplay, allowing players to tailor their business experience to their Sims' personalities and goals.
New Location:
Explore the new location of Nordhaven, a picturesque area bustling with an arts community, scenic landscapes, and a variety of spots for businesses and hobbies. This new setting adds depth and variety to your Sims' world, providing a backdrop for their entrepreneurial and creative endeavors.
The '*The Sims 4* Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack' is available for pre-order on the EA app, Epic Games Store, Steam, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One systems, set to launch on March 6th, 2025.
