The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack Release Date and Features

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the beloved Sims franchise, a celebration of creativity, storytelling, and simulation that has captured the hearts of fans worldwide. Earlier this month, a new expansion pack for *The Sims 4* was announced, following last year's 'Life & Death' expansion. Dubbed 'The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack,' this upcoming release will allow players to transform their Sims' passions into profitable ventures.

What Is The Release Date For The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack?

Mark your calendars for March 6th, 2025, as that's when the *The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack* is set to launch. This expansion will enable players to immerse themselves in the world of entrepreneurship and explore creative career paths within their virtual universe. While career expansions are a staple in The Sims series, the ability to start and manage your own business adds a new layer of personalization to the game.

With an array of new skills, locations, and perks, *The Sims 4* continues to expand its universe, offering players endless possibilities for growth and development.

New Skills:

- Tattooing: Your Sim can now become a tattoo artist, mastering the art of inking and running their own tattoo studio. The "Tattoo Paint Mode" provides a variety of tools for creating unique body art, with higher skill levels unlocking more intricate designs.

- Pottery: Sims can now turn their creative flair into a business by crafting custom pottery. Whether it's vases or dishware, players can use the pottery wheel and kiln to produce and sell their creations, enhancing their homes or gifting to friends.

New Businesses:

In addition to the new skill-based enterprises like tattooing and pottery, players can leverage previous expansions, game packs, and stuff packs to start various businesses. The cross-pack compatibility enhances gameplay by integrating past content into the new expansion, offering a richer storytelling experience.

Sims can now open:

• Pet Cafes (Cats and Dogs Expansion Pack)
• Karaoke Bars (City Living Expansion Pack)
• A Dance Club or Arcade (Get Together Expansion Pack)
• An Acting School (Get Famous Expansion Pack)
• Bowling Alleys (Bowling Night Stuff Pack)
• A Spa (Spa Day Game Pack)
• A Laundromat (Laundry Day Stuff Pack)

Business Perks and Alignments:

The expansion introduces a new Business Perk system, which impacts both the success of a Sim's business and their personal life. Players can choose from different business strategies:

• Dreamer: Emphasize creativity and customer satisfaction, potentially sacrificing some profit.
• Schemer: Focus on cutting corners to maximize profits and business growth.
• Neutral: Strive for a balance between fulfillment and financial success.

Each alignment offers unique interactions and gameplay experiences, allowing players to tailor their business journey.

New Location:

The *The Sims 4 Business & Hobbies Expansion* introduces Nordhaven, a new location with a vibrant arts community, scenic landscapes, and numerous spots for business and hobbies.

You can pre-order 'The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies Expansion' on the EA app, Epic Games Store, Steam, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. The expansion is set to launch on March 6th, 2025.