As of today, there’s still no official word from EA regarding any special surprises or free updates for the 10-year anniversary of The Sims 4. While bug fixes might suffice for now, many fans, including myself, are hoping that the team acknowledges this milestone, given the significance of a decade of gameplay. It’s hard to believe that The Sims 4 has been part of our lives for 10 years, and we’re hopeful that by the time this video goes live, EA will have announced something exciting.
That said, we do have a new laundry list of bug fixes on the horizon. These updates, listed on the official EA website, aim to address a variety of community concerns for The Sims 4 base game and its expansion packs. While it’s unclear when exactly the patch will drop, it’s likely to arrive either later this week or early next week. Below is a detailed breakdown of some of the most anticipated bug fixes.
Key Bug Fixes Coming to The Sims 4
- Outdoor Lighting Improvements: Outdoor lighting will no longer affect the interior of rooms through ceilings. This long-standing issue has finally been addressed, much to the relief of builders who have struggled with lighting inconsistencies.
- Fixes for Thought Bubbles and Visual Issues: Sims’ thought bubbles will no longer appear through walls and floors, and visual glitches like outdoor shadows and camera jittering during build mode have been resolved. These updates promise smoother gameplay on higher graphical settings.
- Inventory Management Improvements: Sims will now properly store tablets and homework back in their inventory after use, reducing clutter around the home.
- Vampire and Spellcaster Fixes: Vampire scars will no longer appear on spellcaster Sims created via genetics, and scar details can now be removed. Occult Sims should also see improvements in their animations, with transitions between forms happening at the correct moments.
- Sims Switching Outfits Post-Work/School: Sims will now change back into the same everyday outfit they were wearing before work or school, instead of defaulting to the first outfit on the list in Create-A-Sim. This small but welcome fix brings more continuity to gameplay.
Expansion Pack Fixes: Updates for Popular Packs
- Cats & Dogs: Feline fans can rejoice as the “Give Catnip Treat” action will no longer be canceled mid-action, and interactions with pets will function more smoothly.
- My Wedding Stories: There are some significant improvements to weddings in this update, including new interactions that allow greater control over ceremony activities. Sims should now properly exchange vows and kiss after gathering at the aisle, fixing a frequent issue with wedding ceremonies.
- Eco Lifestyle: NPCs will no longer excessively make “Destressing Decoctions,” and notifications for the NAP (Neighborhood Action Plans) will only appear if the Eco Footprint feature is enabled.
- Growing Together: The San Sequoia world map will now load properly, preventing corrupted white screens, while other small visual and performance issues have been addressed.
- High School Years: Teenage Sims will be able to take exams and attend prom as expected, and glitches related to principal NPCs and streaming careers have been resolved.
- There is also rumors about an upcoming expansion pack called Life and Death. Read more about it here.
A Note on Error Codes
EA has made multiple attempts to fix error codes like Error Code 123 and Error Code 121 over several patches, and while they claim to have addressed these issues, many players are understandably skeptical. Time will tell if these fixes stick, as past patches have failed to resolve the problem for all players.
Conclusion: What’s Next for The Sims 4?
While we wait for an official announcement on any The Sims 4 anniversary content, the laundry list of bug fixes is certainly a step in the right direction. With the dedicated team working on improvements and more frequent updates, fans can expect a smoother gameplay experience. However, this also means more mod and custom content updates will be required, which may frustrate players who rely on them heavily.
As The Sims 4 continues to evolve, we look forward to seeing how these fixes improve the game and what EA has in store for its loyal community moving forward. For ongoing updates, make sure to check The Sims 4 Patch Notes regularly.
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