These are the best The Sims 4 expansions

Olivia Richman Published 24/07/2022

While there have been nonstop rumors about a future The Sims 5 release, the Sims community is still enjoying The Sims 4 thanks to its abundance of expansions and new content. At its core, Sims 4 is all about creating a family and watching them grow, learn, and form relationships. Players love to put their beloved characters in new and exciting situations, which is why DLC is constantly being added to the popular simulation game.

Of course, not every expansion is created equal. Some are more fun to play than others and have more things for players to do. These are the best The Sims 4 expansion packs to instantly spice up your gameplay.

The Sims 4: Cats & Dogs

The Cats & Dogs expansion was created with pet lovers in mind, allowing Sims to bring a cuddly companion into their home. Sims can train their pets, buy them adorable toys, and use their nose to find mysterious gifts. Modders have made the DLC even better, allowing you to have up to eight pets in your home simultaneously and have full control of them just like you would with other family members. Sometimes it’s just the simple things, like watching your cat chase a laser pointer or ride on the Roomba.

The Sims 4: Cottage Living

Craving cottagecore vibes? Cottage Living is the perfect Sims 4 expansion for a change of pace for old-school and traditional sims that want to raise farm animals, grow their own vegetables, and learn new hobbies like cross-stitching. Every Saturday, Sims can attend the Finchwick Fair where they can sell produce they’ve canned or participate in livestock competitions. A really fun addition is also quests from Henford-on-Bagley, with NPCs asking sims to run errands around the town and complete tasks for rewards.

The Sims 4: High School Years

High School Years is one of the newest Sims expansions, giving Sims the full high school experience. Your teen Sims will enter Copperdale High in a quaint town inspired by popular high school-themed television dramas. High School Years allows your Sims to go to class, sign up for extracurricular activities, design and attend prom, pull pranks, and graduate. Everything your Sim does in high school will inspire their personality, interests, and needs going forward, making the expansion feel very impactful.

The Sims 4: Seasons

The Seasons expansion adds an abundance of nature to your Sims experience, from thunder storms and snow to sunny heat waves. Seasons also introduced holidays and family dinners to the Sims, making the game feel a bit more festive. But like most things in The Sims 4, not everything is at it seems. Seasons also allows sims to get lightning powers, command a hive of bees, befriend a scarecrow, grow a money tree, and have babies with the Easter bunny.

The Sims 4: City Living

Looking for a more hectic and lively lifestyle? City Living teleports Sims into the big city, introducing penthouses and apartments in the city of San Myshuno. It’s a densely populated city with a fashion district, an arts district, and festivals featuring diverse cultures and foods.

City Living also has new career opportunities for ambitious sims. You can be a politician, fighting for a good cause and make dramatic speeches. You can also be a food or art critic. Some sims may choose to work in social media.

Why are these the best The Sims 4 expansions?

Everyone plays The Sims 4 for different reasons. Some people enjoy grinding new skills, while others want to create the perfect family. Some just want to do the craziest things possible. This means that everyone will have their own favorite expansions that meet their specific desires. These are usually the most popular expansions due to the abundance of new content and activities they add to The Sims 4, and each is guaranteed to give Sims players something new to do.

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About Olivia Richman

Olivia has worked in media ever since graduating from college, with her coverage ranging from traditional newspaper reporting to digital coverage of all things gaming, online betting, and nerd culture. She has traveled around the world pursuing that coverage, from the far coasts of the United States to the busy downtown core of Tokyo, Japan. Olivia’s favorite games include Overwatch and Super Smash Smash Bros, and she has been published at Esports Illustrated, Inven Global, EsportsInsider, Upcomer, and elsewhere.

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