Player-Made Content to be Published with The Sims 4 Creator Kits

The Sims 4 has just announced thrilling news: two official Creator Kits will be unveiled on November 14, 2024. This development signifies a significant collaboration between EA and well-known custom content (CC) creators.

Traditionally, the Simming community has relied on fan forums and various websites to share CC. For many years, obtaining mods felt like navigating a chaotic frontier, lacking any formal support from EA, which left console players out of the equation.

Since 2021, however, EA has joined forces with creators like HeyHarrie and Peacemaker_ic, launching official CC packs and recognizing the creative contributions of the community. Players no longer need to turn to third-party sites for custom content in The Sims 4, a pivotal move by Electronic Arts to narrow this divide.

Now, EA is elevating this initiative with the introduction of official Creator Kits. These packs, crafted entirely by community creators, will be accessible on all platforms, including consoles.

The Sims 4 new kits — Image courtesy of Electronic Arts

The first two kits – Cozy Kitsch by Myshunosun and Sweet Slumber Party by Trillyke – are set to launch in mid-November, and the Sims team has promised even more engaging content in 2025.

Myshunosun expressed her excitement for the vintage radio, highlighting her fondness for mid-century hues such as mustard yellows and amethyst greens. On the other hand, Trillyke drew inspiration from nostalgic movie sleepovers to create adorable, cozy pajamas for her kit, describing the entire experience as “a dream come true.”

These Creator Kits are not just a one-time offering; they mark the beginning of a more community-focused approach to content in The Sims 4. Every kit is proposed, designed, and developed by the creators themselves, garnering full support from EA’s development team. Now, console players can finally partake in the joy of custom content.

In contrast to earlier collaborations where the Sims team contributed to the development of CC, this new approach empowers creators to oversee the entire process from inception to finalization. This initiative represents the inaugural occasion when the Sims development team has officially published content made by the community.

Moreover, The Sims 4 is preparing to introduce its newest expansion pack, Life and Death, which will include funeral planning as the latest social event within the game.

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