Hey Simmers, while everyone’s been buzzing about the big Adventure Awaits expansion reveal, EA quietly slipped in a free patch update for The Sims 4 – and it’s one you might have missed. Pixelade caught the details in his recent video, which you can watch here‘
What this patch fixes
The update specifically addresses an issue with the pack selection tool:
- Players reported that after disabling packs, the confirm button would stay grayed out for far too long.
- EA explained that while a short delay is normal (to allow the game to reload pack data), the delay was much longer than intended.
- The patch reduces that wait time, making enabling and disabling packs a smoother process.
Mods impact
Whenever a new update drops, the first question is always: what about mods? Since TwistedMexi recently updated the Better BuildBuy mod, players were especially worried. But according to Sims Direct, this patch didn’t alter any tesk version files and shouldn’t break mods.
Why it matters
This is a small patch, but one clearly driven by community feedback. The pack selector tool has been buggy since it launched, so smoothing out one of the main frustrations is a step in the right direction.
Have you noticed it?
- Did you run into the confirm button issue before?
- Have you tested your favorite mods since updating?
Share your experience below – and let’s hope this is the start of EA polishing up more of the game’s tools.
The Sims 4 Small Patch Update – FAQ
When was the patch released?
The patch was released right after the Adventure Awaits expansion reveal in early September 2025.
What does this patch fix?
It fixes an issue with the pack selection tool where the confirm button would stay grayed out too long after disabling packs. The wait time has now been shortened so the feature feels smoother.
Is some delay still expected when disabling packs?
Yes. A short delay is normal since the game has to reload pack data. The fix just ensures the delay is not excessively long anymore.
Does this patch affect mods or custom content?
No. Sims Direct confirmed that the update only targeted the confirm button bug and did not change any core files. Mods and CC should remain unaffected.
Do I need to update my mods after this patch?
No. Since the update did not touch the tesk version, mods like Better BuildBuy should continue working without needing an update.
Is this a big update?
No. It is a small, targeted patch focused only on improving the pack selection tool.
Why did EA release such a small update?
This was a community feedback driven fix. Many players reported frustrations with the confirm button issue, and EA addressed it directly.
