Who’s ready to get away and make an adventure out of it? Today’s update prepares for the October 2nd launch of the upcoming expansion pack, The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits, and while you’re waiting, this base game update contains a fun new feature that will have all your Sim kids cheering throughout the neighborhood! Also coming to the game today, you'll see a number of bug fixes.
We are releasing today's update on PC and Mac with the Console update following on September 23rd. Getting this update out earlier allows for plenty of time for mod and custom content creators to update prior to the launch of Adventure Awaits. It also gives us time to address any issues quickly. As PC/Mac will be on a newer game version until the PlayStation & Xbox update on September 23rd, console players will need to use the PlayStation and Xbox filters in the Gallery until you receive the update.
As always, thank you for your support and continued reporting efforts via EA Forums. It really helps us identify the issues you care the most about so we can focus on fixing them. We are committed to fixing these issues and can’t wait to share more details on that soon to come.
Plumbob out. Sul sul and we'll see you on your next adventure soon.
The Sims 4 Team
The Sims 4 Update 1.118.242.1030 / 1.118.242.1230 / Console 2.20 - September 18, 2025 Update - New Features
Base Game Updates
Playground Venue
Let the kids play! And what better place to play than the new Playground Venue. Going to the Park is fine and all, but sometimes kids need their own space. The Playground Venue on the other hand is the perfect place to let the little ones run wild. You’ll find it visited primarily by other children and their chaperones, especially after school hours, making it the perfect place to make new friends. Built the perfect playground? We’d love to see it! Share your custom playground venue builds to the Gallery using the hashtag #playground so fellow Simmers can discover, download, and enjoy your creations.
Venue Type Filter in Event Planning UI
When planning any event, we now have a way for you to quickly narrow down to see only the specific venue type you’re looking for in a checkbox dropdown, to save you from having to scroll through a long list of options. Want to see only all Libraries? Check. Want to see only all Nightclubs? Check. Want to see only all Libraries and Nightclubs? Check Check.
Play Pretend Interaction
Child Sims now have a very cute interaction to “Play Pretend” with either another child Sim as a social interaction or as a self interaction. “Play Pretend” as a social interaction can be accessed under the Friendly > Activities Pie Menu options. Otherwise, you can click on your active child Sim to access “Play Pretend” as a self interaction. Both versions of this interaction include options to “Play Fairy Tale Castle”, “Play House”, “Play Space Explorer”, “Play Pirate Adventure”, or “Play Island Castaway”. All of which are accompanied by charming childhood imagination VFX that are thematic to the selection.
Ecru Slouch Beanie Color Variant in Create a Sim
For those days when the brightest of white is just not gelling with your outfit. We’ve now added a new ecru color variant on the existing Base Game Slouch Beanie in Create a Sim available for teens, young adults, adults, and elders.
Cross-Pack
Tuning Update for The Sims 4 Life & Death’s Soul’s Journey
We readjusted gains for Soul’s Journey and added Satisfaction Point rewards for each tier completed.
Merfolk Occult Bassinet for The Sims 4 Island Living
She smells Merfolk stinky baby diapers in a seashell-shaped bassinet. What’s it look like, you ask? Well, I suppose there’s only one way to find out. Here’s hoping Ocean’s Lullaby Bassinet is about to be responsible for a big Merfolk population boom.
Memory Boost (🔥 Early Access 😱)
Memory Boost is an early access, opt-in feature for The Sims 4 on PC (Windows) that delivers performance improvements by optimizing memory usage, reducing lag, improving frame rates, and helping prevent memory-related crashes. We invite you to try it out and share your feedback as we prepare for a wider rollout.
How to Enable Memory Boost:
- From the main menu, select the three dots (•••) to open Game Options.
- Go to the “Other” tab.
- Find the Memory Boost dropdown and select “Enabled.” Your game will restart with Memory Boost active.
NOTE: Recovery saves created while Memory Boost is enabled will be tagged accordingly, and at least one original recovery save (without Memory Boost) will always be preserved for fallback. You can disable Memory Boost at any time from the same menu.
For more details, troubleshooting, and FAQs, visit:
Autumn Apparel Kit
Right in time for sweater weather - The Sims 4 Autumn Apparel Kit is coming in October 2025.
The Sims 4 Update 1.118.242.1030 / 1.118.242.1230 / Console 2.20 - September 18, 2025 Update - Bug Fixes
Base Game
- [EA Forums] Sims with the entrepreneurial trait no longer experience sudden jumps in career level. This fix will prevent this issue from occurring on any new saves.
- [EA Forums] The “Venue Info” icon in Build Mode will stop shining when there’s nothing new to display.
- [EA Forums] A Sim writing a book can now resume it properly after being interrupted by another Sim to socialize.
- [EA Forums] Sims will no longer always sit to drink water.
- [EA Forums] Interaction Progress (like cooking or writing) will no longer start from the beginning after loading.
- [EA Forums] Last Exception and Sim reset no longer trigger when exiting a Changing Table.
- [EA Forums] (ymBottom_SDX037Jeans_SolidPink) displays proper color swatch for Masculine Sims.
- [EA Forums] Duplicate Swatch no longer shown for (doorDoubleSliding2x1_SDX037BUILDERTileable3Tile_set1).
- [EA Forums] The Holiday menu no longer closes when switching between Sims.
- [EA Forums] Swatch shown for (shelfWallGFPlank2x1_01_set1) matches what is placed.
- [Bug Archive] Diner outdoor sign is now glowing correctly.
- [Bug Archive] The infant's 'bald' eyebrow color swatches are now in order.
- [Bug Archive] The following shower floors no longer flicker when zooming the camera in and out: Tranquil Waters Shower, Modern Grimpressions, Waterfall Shower, EZPZ Shower Stall, and It’s a Shower Trap.
- [Bug Archive] Nail polish will no longer change color of yfBody_SP18DressShirt.
- [Bug Archive] Mournful Memories Music Box no longer has a debug name and description on all except the main swatch.
- Curtains will now move when using DX11.
- Death can no longer be avoided by scheduling an off-lot Event via the calendar on another lot during the death sequence.
- [Bug Archive] The ymShoes_AnkleOxford_TrueBlack variant of this shoe no longer changes shape compared to the other variants.
Multiple Packs
- [EA Forums] Skill cheats can now be used to lower skill.
- [EA Forums] Eyeglasses no longer look like sunglasses.
- [EA Forums] Some wall mailboxes no longer appear under Misc Appliances instead of Trash Cans & Mailboxes.
- [EA Forums] "Summon a Privy Bush" interaction is now available for Vampire and Fairy child sims
- [EA Forums] Some fireplaces no longer project light from Fire Backwards.
- Resolved a missing texture observed when applying yfTop_GP12SweaterVest with some bottom assets.
- Texture defects are no longer observed when applying ymBottom_SP56CK001ShortsRuffles with several top assets.
- The Undo button is no longer greyed out when using it to make changes for occult types in CAS.
The Sims 4 Get to Work
- [EA Forums] Daring Hall Tree now properly categorized under the Displays category instead of the Decorations Misc category.
The Sims 4 Cats & Dogs
- [EA Forums] Pets no longer get deformed when traveling to another lot after aging up.
- [EA Forums] Blue swatches for (stair_rail_EP04CAxFrame_set5) display the proper color when placed.
- [EA Forums] When selecting gray swatches for the object (sculptwall_EP02GENchalk2x1_set1) the proper color is placed.
The Sims 4 Island Living
- [Bug Archive] The Mermaid bassinet is now available in Buy mode like other bassinets.
- [Bug Archive] Resolved flickering animation observed on water after the Sim performs a snorkel interaction on the buoys in Sulani.
The Sims 4 Discover University
- [EA Forums] Bike pedals will now align with the Sim’s feet when riding the bike from this pack.
- [EA Forums] (ymBottom_EP08LeggingCropped_Solid Yellow) displays the correct color swatch for males.
- [EA Forums & EA Forums] Legal Case Files and Dr. Tyson's Books of Learning are now properly categorized under the Clutter category instead of the Sculptures category.
The Sims 4 Eco Lifestyle
- [EA Forums] Piercings from the Eco Lifestyle expansion pack now have the correct Bronze & Gold swatches displayed.
The Sims 4 Growing Together
- [EA Forums] Smooth Sail Diaper Pail trash cans now snap to Lavish One's changing station.
- [EA Forums] Starry Eyed Collection Banquet Table is now present in the Bars category instead of Dining Tables category.
The Sims 4 For Rent
- [EA Forums] Tenant events are no longer resolved as a failure after the Property Owner fixes what’s needed on the Tenant’s lot.
The Sims 4 Lovestruck
- [EA Forums] All color tags are now applied to Canopy Dreams and Drape Desires objects.
The Sims 4 Life & Death
- [EA Forums] Modern Grimpressions Bathroom Sink and Modern Grimpressions Kitchen Sink objects can now be slotted at the top.
- [EA Forums] Nails paint no longer creates a texture glitch on T-shirts (yfTop_EP17ShirtGoth) and (ymTop_EP17ShirtGoth).
- [EA Forums] Child sim now show up as ghosts when they die due to over heat & Freezing.
- YmHat_EP17ToqueDouble no longer clips with ears if ears are extended outwards.
- Sim no longer clips into the bar stools when read will interaction is performed in sitting posture.
- Soul’s Journey Progression no longer grants too many points.
- Sims will no longer remain in Ghost form after removing the Ghost molecule in CAS after using the Undo button.
The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies
- [EA Forums] (Paint on Me!) wallpaper from the Business and Hobbies category now appears when filtered by color.
The Sims 4 Enchanted by Nature
- [EA Forums] (ymHair_EP19Mullet_Auburn) hairstyle no longer clips with hats.
- "Fertilize All Crops" interaction is now functional on oversized crop plants with oversized crop fertilizer.
- [EA Forums] Gnome brought to life for Upgrades and Repairs will no longer continuously upgrade toilets with Composting Container leading to toilets catching fire.
The Sims 4 Vampires
- [Bug Archive] Vampire Sims no longer constantly disappear and reappear during interactions
The Sims 4 Paranormal
- [Bug Archive] All the nail polish in the fingernail category color yfBody_SP18DressShirt
The Sims 4 Outdoor Retreat
- GP01GenFern plants no longer clip when placed on the roofs
The Sims 4 Realm of Magic
- [EA Forums] Glass Top Stage Stairs is now properly categorized under the Decorations Misc category instead of the Surfaces Misc category.
- [EA Forums] (ymTop_GP08VestShirt) now displays correct swatches.
The Sims 4 Werewolves
- [EA Forums] (yfHair_GP12MedWavy_Black) hair displays properly when zoomed out in game.
The Sims 4 Backyard
- [EA Forums] (yfTop_SP08TeeBoatNeck) now displays correct swatches.
The Sims 4 Greenhouse Haven
- [EA Forums] When selecting green/yellow swatches for the object (doorSingle1x1_SP40GENTileable3Tile_set1) the thumbnail now displays the proper color.
The Sims 4 Sweet Slumber Party
- [EA Forums] Nails are now properly tagged for a masculine frame.
The Sims 4 Update 1.118.242.1030 / 1.118.242.1230 / Console 2.20 - September 18, 2025 Update - Laundry List
Hi Simmers!
Welcome to the Laundry List where we share the top community concerns that we’re currently investigating and hope to resolve. This is only a list of top topics with upcoming fixes; there are more topics reported by players that are not listed here and are still being worked on. Thank you for your continued reports and votes on what issues you’re experiencing.
Did you catch our update on reported save file issues with For Rent? We’re dedicating more resources to investigate related issues and some issues require additional information from affected players to make progress in our investigations. If you’re affected by issues that prevent you from loading a save, or even The Sims 4 at all; please read over our article here to see how you can help.
The Sims 4 Team
Base Game
- [EA Forums] Sims with the entrepreneurial trait experience sudden jumps in career level.
- [EA Forums] The ‘Venue Info’ icon in Build Mode will not stop shining when there’s nothing new to display.
- [EA Forums] A Sim writing a book can’t resume it properly after being interrupted by another Sim to socialize
- [EA Forums] Sims always sit to drink water.
- [EA Forums] Interaction Progress (like cooking or writing) starts from the beginning after loading.
- [EA Forums] Last Exception triggers and Sims reset when exiting a Changing Table.
- [EA Forums] ymBottom_SDX037Jeans_SolidPink displays a white color swatch for Masculine Sims.
- [EA Forums] Duplicate Swatch shown for doorDoubleSliding2x1_SDX037BUILDERTileable3Tile_set1.
- [EA Forums] The Holiday menu closes when switching between Sims.
- [EA Forums] Swatch shown for shelfWallGFPlank2x1_01_set1 doesn’t match what is placed.
Multiple Packs
- [EA Forums] Skill cheats cannot be used to lower skill.
- [EA Forums] Eyeglasses look like sunglasses.
- [EA Forums] Some wall mailboxes appear under Misc Appliances instead of Trash Cans & Mailboxes.
- [EA Forums]"Summon a Privy Bush" interaction is not available for Vampire and Fairy child sims
- [EA Forums] Some fireplaces Project Light from Fire Backwards.
Expansion Packs
Enchanted By Nature
- [EA Forums] ymHair_EP19Mullet_Auburn hairstyle clips with hats.
- "Fertilize All Crops" interaction is not functional on oversized crop plants with oversized crop fertilizer.
- [EA Forums] Gnome brought to life for Upgrades and Repairs keeps upgrading toilets with Composting Container leading to toilets catching fire.
Business & Hobbies
- [EA Forums] Paint on Me! wallpaper from the Business and Hobbies category does not appear when filtered by color.
Life & Death
- [EA Forums] Modern Grimpressions Bathroom Sink and Modern Grimpressions Kitchen Sink objects Cannot be slotted at the top.
- [EA Forums] Nails paint creates a texture glitch on T-shirts yfTop_EP17ShirtGoth and ymTop_EP17ShirtGoth.
- [EA Forums] Child sim don't show up as ghosts when they die due to over heat & Freezing.
Lovestruck
- [EA Forums] Not all color tags are applied to Canopy Dreams and Drape Desires objects.
For Rent
- [EA Forums] Tenant events are resolved as a failure even after the Property Owner fixes what’s needed on the Tenant’s lot.
Growing Together
- [EA Forums] Smooth Sail Diaper Pail trash cans don't snap to Lavish One's changing station
- [EA Forums] Starry Eyed Collection Banquet Table should be present in Bars B/B category instead of Dining Tables.
Eco Lifestyle
- [EA Forums] Piercings from the Eco Lifestyle expansion pack have two identical bronze color swatches, but one of the piercing models is gold.
Discover University
- [EA Forums] Bike pedals don’t align with the Sim’s feet when riding the bike from this pack.
- [EA Forums] ymBottom_EP08LeggingCropped_Solid Yellow displays a white color swatch for males.
- [EA Forums & EA Forums] Legal Case Files and Dr. Tyson's Books of Learning miscategorized under decorations sculptures category instead of the clutter category.
Cats & Dogs
- [EA Forums] Pets get deformed when traveling to another lot after aging up.
- [EA Forums] Blue swatches for stair_rail_EP04CAxFrame_set5 displays as brown when placed.
- [EA Forums] When selecting gray swatches for the object sculptwall_EP02GENchalk2x1_set1 a warm wood color is supplied instead.
Get to Work
- [EA Forums] Daring Hall Tree miscategorized under decorations misc category instead of surfaces.
Game Packs
Werewolves
- [EA Forums] yfHair_GP12MedWavy_Black hair becomes short when zoomed out in game.
Realm of Magic
- [EA Forums] Glass Top Stage Stairs is miscategorized under surfaces misc category instead of misc decorations
- [EA Forums] ymTop_GP08VestShirt has Incorrect Swatches
Stuff Packs
Backyard Stuff
- [EA Forums] yfTop_SP08TeeBoatNeck has wrong color swatch
Kits
Sweet Slumber Party
- [EA Forums] Nails aren't tagged for a masculine frame.
Greenhouse Haven
- [EA Forums] When selecting green/yellow swatches for the object 'doorSingle1x1_SP40GENTileable3Tile_set1,' the thumbnail displays a brown-colored door.
Our team continues to investigate other community concerns for future fixes. Please note that some topics can be complicated to replicate and require an extended investigation on our end, so even though we are actively reviewing, it’s not a guarantee that we’ll have an immediate fix for it in the upcoming patch. This includes the following top voted issues:
The Sims 4 Team
- [EA Forums] We’ll also be releasing a partial fix related to animations when Sims look at phones, though the main eye/eyelid issues discussed in the thread are still under investigation by the team.