Summary

  • The Sims 4 receives new content with 30 items and numerous swatches, boosting customization options.
  • A player showcased an impressive build with the improved options from the latest update.
  • The likely cancelation of The Sims 5 increases focus on The Sims 4, with more updates expected in the future.

One The Sims 4 player has showcased their impressive build, creating a beautiful house with a completed interior design. Despite being a decade old, The Sims 4 remains a go-to option for players looking to flex their creativity, thanks to the game’s customization options.

While some fans were disappointed to learn that The Sims 5 will likely not be happening, even more content will be coming to The Sims 4. Recently, the game’s developer released a new update for The Sims 4 on September 18, introducing more free content for players to check out. Specifically, the update brought 30 new items to the game, and more items received additional swatches, opening the door for more customization from fans. Recently, one player used some of these new additions in one of their latest builds.

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Sims 4 Player Recreates Phantom of the Opera in the Game

A creative fan of The Sims 4 shows what the Phantom of the Opera would look like in the game, combining modern gaming with a classic character.

Taking to Reddit, a The Sims 4 player known as Aurorafaery on the platform shared their incredible build made using some of the new swatches added to the game. In the images, the player showcased the interior and exterior design of the house. The exterior design featured beautiful dark woodwork and shingles, with a pool and deck in the backyard. As for the inside, the home featured a variety of stunningly detailed rooms, including a cozy kitchen and bedroom, to name a few. The build stood out thanks to its cohesion, with all the items and colors blending seamlessly. Impressively, the player said the entire project was made in the base game.

The Sims 4 Player Builds Incredible House Using Content From New Update

Since posting the build, numerous players have applauded Aurorafaery and upvoted the design. Among the comments, many pointed out how the builder made the wood in the build match thanks to new swatches. While Aurorafaery said some swatches still do not match, they were glad for the improved options in the latest The Sims 4 update. They also revealed the build could be found on the game’s gallery.

It is worth pointing out that Aurorafaery is a prolific and talented builder in the The Sims 4 community. In addition to their latest house creation, they have recently made an island-themed stilt house and an impressive tree house. Beyond their builds, other players have also showcased their building skills on Reddit. For example, another player recently created an incredibly detailed Victorian Home in The Sims 4, evidencing the many styles of architecture that can be replicated in the game.

It will be interesting to see what kinds of builds players like Aurorafaery create in the game next. With The Sims 5 potentially canceled, more updates for the 2014 game are expected in the months ahead.

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Top Critic Avg: 70 /100 Critics Rec: 26%
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Released
September 2, 2014
ESRB
T for Teen: Crude Humor, Sexual Themes, Violence
Developer(s)
Maxis
Publisher(s)
Electronic Arts
Engine
Proprietary Engine
Cross-Platform Play
Xbox, PlayStation, and computer versions of Sims 4 are all separate games incompatible with each other
Cross Save
no
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SUBSCRIPTION
DIGITAL
PHYSICAL
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Unleash your imagination and create a unique world of Sims that’s an expression of you. Download for free, and customize every detail from Sims to homes and much more. Choose how Sims look, act, and dress, then decide how they’ll live out each day. Design and build incredible homes for every family, then decorate with your favorite furnishings and décor. Travel to different neighborhoods where you can meet other Sims and learn about their lives. Discover beautiful locations with distinctive environments and go on spontaneous adventures. Manage the ups and downs of Sims’ everyday lives, and see what happens when you play out scenarios from your own real life. Tell your stories your way while developing relationships, pursuing careers and life aspirations, and immersing yourself in this extraordinary game, where the possibilities are endless

Franchise
The Sims
Steam Deck Compatibility
yes
Platform(s)
PS4, Xbox One, PC
Genre(s)
Simulation
How Long To Beat
N/A
X|S Optimized
No
File Size Xbox Series
22 GB (November 2023)