The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack Release Date and Features

For 25 years, The Sims franchise has captivated players worldwide with its unique blend of creativity, storytelling, and life simulation. Building on the success of last year's "Life & Death" expansion, the latest addition to The Sims 4 universe, "The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack," lets you transform your Sims' passions into profitable ventures. Launching March 6th, 2025, this expansion pack empowers you to explore entrepreneurial pursuits and creative careers within your virtual world. While career expansions are familiar to long-time players, the ability to own and operate your own business adds a whole new layer of personalization and gameplay.

New Skills and Businesses:

This expansion introduces exciting new skills, including tattooing and pottery, each offering unique business opportunities. Master the art of tattoo design and application in your own studio, utilizing a detailed "Tattoo Paint Mode" to create custom body art. Skill progression unlocks even more artistic possibilities. Alternatively, craft and sell a range of pottery, from elegant vases to everyday dishware, using the pottery wheel and kiln.

Beyond these new skills, the expansion pack cleverly integrates with previous content. You can now open a variety of businesses using assets from past expansion, game, and stuff packs, creating seamless cross-pack compatibility and vastly expanding storytelling options. This includes:

• Pet Cafés (Cats & 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:

A dynamic new Business Perk system impacts both your Sim's business success and personal life. Choose a business strategy that aligns with your Sim's personality:

• Dreamer: Prioritize creativity and customer satisfaction, potentially at the expense of profit.
• Schemer: Cut corners to maximize profits and rapid business growth.
• Neutral: Strive for a balanced approach, aiming for both fulfillment and financial success.

Each alignment offers unique interactions and gameplay experiences.

New Location: Nordhaven

Explore the charming coastal town of Nordhaven, a vibrant arts community brimming with scenic landscapes and diverse business opportunities.

Available for pre-order now on the EA app, Epic Games Store, Steam, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One, "The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack" arrives March 6th, 2025.