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, "The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack," arrives on March 6th, 2025, letting Sims turn their passions into profit.

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This expansion empowers players to build entrepreneurial empires and explore creative careers within their virtual worlds. While career paths are a Sims staple, owning a business adds a new layer of personalization.

New Skills & Businesses:

The expansion introduces exciting new skills:

• Tattooing: Design and apply custom tattoos in your own studio, unlocking increasingly intricate designs as your Sim's skill grows. The "Tattoo Paint Mode" provides a robust set of tools for creating unique body art.
• Pottery: Craft everything from vases to tableware using the pottery wheel and kiln. Experiment with different techniques to decorate your Sim's home or create gifts.

Beyond these new skills, players can leverage existing content from previous packs to open various businesses:

• 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 & Alignments:

A new Business Perk system impacts both business success and personal life. Choose a business strategy:

• Dreamer: Prioritize creativity and customer satisfaction, potentially at the cost of profit.
• Schemer: Cut corners to maximize profits and rapid growth.
• Neutral: Strive for a balanced approach, aiming for both fulfillment and financial success.

Each alignment offers unique gameplay and interactions.

New Location: Nordhaven

Explore Nordhaven, a charming coastal town brimming with artistic energy, scenic views, and diverse business opportunities.

Pre-order "The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack" now on the EA app, Epic Games Store, Steam, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. Launch date: March 6th, 2025.