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

Author : Evelyn Feb 19,2025

Celebrate 25 years of The Sims! The latest expansion pack, "The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies," lets your Sims turn passions into profit. Launching March 6th, 2025, this pack adds exciting new ways to personalize gameplay.

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This expansion allows Sims to become entrepreneurs, exploring creative careers and opening their own businesses. While career paths are familiar to Sims players, owning a business adds a new layer of personalization.

Enhanced Gameplay:

New skills, locations, and perks expand the game's universe.

Master New Skills:

  • Tattooing: Design and apply custom tattoos in a Sim-owned studio. Skill level unlocks more intricate designs.
  • Pottery: Craft and sell unique clay creations using a pottery wheel and kiln.

Pottery Skill in The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies

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Diverse Business Options:

Beyond tattooing and pottery, leverage existing expansion packs to open:

  • Pet Cafes (Cats & Dogs)
  • Karaoke Bars (City Living)
  • Dance Clubs/Arcades (Get Together)
  • Acting Schools (Get Famous)
  • Bowling Alleys (Bowling Night Stuff)
  • Spas (Spa Day)
  • Laundromats (Laundry Day Stuff)

Business Strategies:

A new Business Perk system impacts both business success and Sim life. Choose your approach:

  • Dreamer: Prioritize customer satisfaction over profit.
  • Schemer: Focus on maximizing profits, even if it means cutting corners.
  • Neutral: Strive for a balance between fulfillment and financial gain.

Business Perk System Choices

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Explore Nordhaven:

Discover Nordhaven, a vibrant arts community with scenic locations perfect for businesses and hobbies.

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