The Sims 4 celebrates 25 years of immersive gameplay with its newest expansion pack: "The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies," launching March 6th, 2025. This expansion allows players to transform their Sims' passions into profitable ventures.
This expansion builds upon previous content, offering exciting new ways to personalize gameplay. Players can now establish various businesses, including:
- New Skill-Based Businesses: Tattoo parlors (requiring the new tattooing skill) and pottery studios (utilizing the new pottery skill). The tattooing skill features a "Tattoo Paint Mode" for creating unique designs. Pottery allows Sims to craft and sell various clay items.
- Existing Pack Integration: Leveraging content from previous expansions and game packs, players can open pet cafes (Cats & Dogs), karaoke bars (City Living), dance clubs or arcades (Get Together), acting schools (Get Famous), bowling alleys (Bowling Night Stuff), spas (Spa Day), and laundromats (Laundry Day Stuff).
A novel Business Perk system adds strategic depth. Players can choose a business alignment:
- Dreamer: Prioritizes customer satisfaction over profit.
- Schemer: Focuses on maximizing profit, potentially at the expense of customer satisfaction.
- Neutral: Strives for a balance between profit and customer happiness.
Each alignment unlocks unique interactions and gameplay opportunities.
The expansion also introduces Nordhaven, a charming coastal town brimming with artistic energy and ideal locations for businesses and hobbies.
Pre-orders are available now on EA app, Epic Games Store, Steam, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.
