The Sims 4 has been out for over a decade, and during this time, dozens of DLC packs have been released in order to complement the base game. Many fans would agree that expansion packs are the most exciting packs for The Sims 4, as they bring the most additional content to the table, greatly impacting gameplay and adding a significant number of Build Mode and CAS items.

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The next expansion pack for The Sims 4 is called Adventure Awaits, and it focuses on childhood, imaginary friends, themed getaways, and custom venues. It will add a lot of possibilities in terms of gameplay and storylines, and greatly increase replay value for longtime fans. This guide will tell players all about the launch of the Adventure Awaits expansion pack so they can be sure not to miss it.

The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Release Date & Time

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According to the official launch page, The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits releases on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET / 5 PM UTC. This is the same time as most The Sims 4 updates, so it is a schedule that most fans are already used to.

While waiting for the release of the Adventure Awaits EP, players should complete the Forever Friends Week 1 Quests. The event's objective is to incentivize players to try out the upcoming pack, so it features themed quests and rewards.

The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits Early Purchase Bonus

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Besides the 157 CAS items and the 199 Build Mode items that are included with the expansion pack, gamers who get Adventure Awaits early on will also receive a bonus bundle.

Players who purchase Adventure Awaits before November 13, 2025, will receive the Warm & Cozy digital content bundle for The Sims 4, which includes the following items:

  • Toasty Tower Lamp
  • Toasty Tootsies Socks
  • Toast-Tea Kettle

The digital bonus content will be available with Adventure Awaits on launch.

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7 /10

The Sims 4

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Simulation
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Systems
PC-1 PlayStation-1 Xbox-1
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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
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WHERE TO PLAY

SUBSCRIPTION
DIGITAL
PHYSICAL
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Cross-Platform Play
Xbox, PlayStation, and computer versions of Sims 4 are all separate games incompatible with each other
Cross Save
no
Franchise
The Sims
Steam Deck Compatibility
yes
Genre(s)
Simulation
Platform(s)
PS4, Xbox One, PC
OpenCritic Rating
Fair
How Long To Beat
N/A
X|S Optimized
No
File Size Xbox Series
22 GB (November 2023)