
"Simoleon" (§) is the unit of currency used in the game. Players control their life and explore different personalities which change the way the game plays out.


The focus of the game is on the simulated lives of virtual people called "Sims", and the player is responsible for directing their actions, attending to their needs, and helping them attain their desires. There is no primary objective or goal to achieve, and instead of fulfilling objectives, the player is encouraged to make choices and engage fully in an interactive environment. The Sims 4 is a strategic social simulation video game, similar to preceding titles in the series. The game received mixed reviews upon its release, with the majority of criticism directed towards its lack of content and missing features compared to previous entries in the series. Additionally, many free updates have been released throughout the game's lifespan that include major features and additions to the game, such as the addition of swimming pools, character customization options, and terrain tools. The most recent expansion pack is High School Years, to be released on July 28, 2022. Twelve expansion packs and twelve "game packs" have been released. The Sims 4 has received many paid downloadable content packs since its release. The Sims 4 focuses on its improved character creation and housebuilding tools, as well as deeper in-game simulation with the new emotion and personality systems for Sims. The Sims 4 was announced on May 6, 2013, and released in September 2014 for Microsoft Windows versions for PlayStation 4, and Xbox One were subsequently released in 2017. It is the fourth major title in The Sims series, and is the sequel to The Sims 3 (2009). These Sims tend to be Energized, can Pump Up other Sims, and may become upset if they don't exercise for a period of time.The Sims 4 is a 2014 social simulation game developed by Maxis and published by Electronic Arts. The following lists all traits that appear in the game. All traits affect a Sim's behavior and emotions, for example, a creative Sim may randomly become inspired, while a Sim that loves outdoors will sink into a low mood if they stay inside too long. Toddlers have 1 personality trait, taken from a separate set of toddler-specific traits. Teens may have up to 2 traits, and children only have 1 trait.

The Observant reward trait allows a Sim to instantly learn the traits of other Sims.Īdult Sims created in Create a Sim may have up to three traits. For example, asking a Sim's career will reveal if they have the ambitious trait, or flirting with a Sim may reveal the romantic trait. Learning traits See also: Trait conflictĪs Sims socialize with others, they may reveal their traits from certain interactions.
