For 25 years, The Sims franchise has captivated players worldwide with its blend of creativity, storytelling, and life simulation. Following last year's "Life & Death" expansion, the latest addition to The Sims 4 universe arrives: "The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack," launching March 6th, 2025. This pack lets Sims transform their passions into profitable ventures.
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This expansion empowers players to build their own businesses and explore creative careers within their virtual worlds. While career paths are a Sims staple, owning a business adds a new layer of personalization. With fresh skills, locations, and perks, The Sims 4 continues to expand its universe.
New Skills:
- Tattooing: Sims can master the art of tattooing, designing and applying custom tattoos in their own studio. The "Tattoo Paint Mode" provides tools for creating unique body art, with skill level unlocking more advanced designs.
- Pottery: From vases to dinnerware, Sims can craft and sell custom clay creations. Use the pottery wheel and kiln, experimenting with different decorative techniques.
New Businesses:
Beyond tattooing and pottery, the expansion leverages existing content. Cross-pack compatibility allows integration with previous expansions, game packs, and stuff packs, enriching gameplay and storytelling possibilities. Sims can now open:
- 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 new Business Perk system impacts both business success and Sim's personal lives. Players choose a business strategy:
- Dreamer: Focus on creativity and customer satisfaction, potentially sacrificing profit.
- Schemer: Prioritize profit, even if it means cutting corners.
- Neutral: Strive for a balance between fulfillment and financial gain.
Each alignment offers unique interactions and gameplay. 
New Location:
Nordhaven, a picturesque area with a thriving arts community and diverse business opportunities, is introduced.
Pre-order "The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies Expansion" now on the EA app, Epic Games Store, Steam, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. Release date: March 6th, 2025.
