The Sims 4 New Update, Update 2023, Roadmap, Gameplay, Twitter
by Ashnath
Updated Feb 02, 2023
The Sims 4 New Update
A new update for the game ‘The Sims' was officially released by the game’s publisher, Electronic Arts on their official website on January 31, 2023. The new update contains detailed information about the patch notes of the game. The update is for the PC: 1.95.207.1030 / Mac: 1.95.207.1230 and Console: Version: 1.69. Details about the new stuff including Medical Wearables, Top Surgery Scar, Binders and Shapewear, Light Switches and more are provided. You can also find the information about the improvements made to the games and how to access them. Bug fixes for the base and game and other aspects of the game are also given. Check the official website of Electronic Arts for more details.
The Sims 4 Update 2023
Here are the details from the new update of the game ‘The Sims’ as provided by the game’s publishers on their official website.
Hello Simmers
Following hot on the heels of the last update we have another one for you, this time we are putting a bit of a focus on the console version of The Sims 4, streamlining some key interfaces for easier controller interaction. While you can use a mouse and keyboard on both PlayStation and Xbox versions of The Sims 4, most console Simmers love to sit back with a controller; these updates are a small part of a larger ongoing focus to improve the console experience for all.
We also continue to invite all console Simmers to give us your thoughts and feedback on playing The Sims 4 on PlayStation and Xbox (especially with a controller) over on Answers HQ, where we have had some excellent feedback so far that the team is reviewing.
Not playing on console? No problem, we have some new content and fixes for everyone in this update as well. So let's kick things off and see what's new.
-The Sims Team
What's New?
We have so much new stuff with this release and we can’t wait to dive in and tell you all about it. We do want to make a quick note that while we have added quite a few new assets, these are purely visual and don’t add new gameplay functionality. Now, let’s get to the good stuff.
Medical Wearables
There’s a new Medical Wearables category under Body and Face Accessories in Create a Sim.
Select the Sims face and then select Accessories to find the Medical Wearables category that contains a new hearing aid for your Toddler or older Sims. This medical wearable comes in fifteen color variants, and can be assigned to your Sims right, left or both ears.
The Medical Wearables category can also be found by selecting the Sims body and then selecting the Body category. Here you can find Glucose Monitors for your Child and older Sims that can be added to your Sims right and left arm, and to your Sims lower abdomen on the right or left side as well.
Top Surgery Scar
Under the same Body category, all players can find a Body Scars category with an option for Teen and older male Sims (masculine or feminine frame) to add a Top Surgery Scar to their Sims.
Binders and Shapewear
With this update, players can find two new assets in Create a Sim. Under the Tanks, in the Tops category, you will find a Binder top asset for your Teen and older Sims. In the Underwear category for Bottoms, there is a new shapewear asset for your Sims as well!
Let there be Light Switches!
For our builders who have long desired to complete that perfect room, a new light switch is now available in Build Mode!
UI Placement comes to PlayStation
Previously, The Sims 4 on PlayStation required Simmers to calibrate their screen settings at a system level by going to the consoles Settings > Sound and Screen > Display Area Settings and configuring the display.
This option will continue to work but now, PlayStation Simmers will be able to adjust the UI placement. The wizard will run during the initial launch of The Sims 4 or can be manually initiated from Game Options > Other.
We still recommend you calibrate your Display Area Settings through your PlayStation settings.
Cursor Scaling
Simmers can now adjust the size of the cursor on both PlayStation and Xbox when displayed in virtual cursor mode on your controller, or while you are using a mouse and keyboard to play.
This additional level of customization allows you to have a larger cursor without needing to scale up all of the game UI. This should make it easier to see even when you’re kicking back, relaxing in your favorite seat looking at the TV screen across the room.
You can adjust the cursor size in game by going to Game Options > Accessibility.
Console Build Mode Improvements
Jumping into Build Mode will feel a little different… well OK, a lot different. Now the Catalog is opened by default and STAYS open as you grab items and interact with the lot. You no longer need to reopen the Catalog and re-navigate to the menu you were in every. single. time.
Regardless of which cursor mode you're in, you can seamlessly interact with either the Catalog or lot, which aligns our console experience more closely to that on PC.
Console Build Mode Guidance System
If you are a new player or have the Guidance System enabled, the help you received from Emily in CAS and Live Mode will continue through to Build Mode. If you aren’t familiar with building, using the tools, or how to find the right looking object and place it exactly where you want it, Emily will be there to guide you around Build Mode to help you unleash your creativity.
Controls and Navigation Updates
While we have kept the ability to toggle control methods by tapping the Touch Pad on PlayStation or View button on Xbox, we have reduced the amount of times we switch between the two modes automatically.
Since we are talking about toggling the control methods, if you have the Controls Legend enabled in Game Options > Other, we now show a prompt for Toggle Cursor at the top. Not only that, next to the prompt is a little reminder of which control scheme you are currently using.
We have also added controller shortcuts to some dialogs and screens to help simplify and speed up navigating the game. These button prompts are displayed on supported screens and can be used where usually you would have a lot of scrolling to get to the Confirm or Cancel button.
The Sims 4 Update Bug Fixes
Base Game
City Living
Get Famous
Eco Lifestyle
High School Years
Paranormal
Bust The Dust
Outdoor Retreat
The Sims 4 Update 2023 Roadmap
The first episode of the new community series ‘Behind The Sims’ was premiered officially on January 31, 2023. This contains the details about the latest updates, sneak peaks and game development in the game. You can find more details about the new upcoming content in the game including Project Rene Updates, The Sims Mobile, The Sims Freeplay, The Sims 4 Infants and more. Check out the Behind The Sims Stream to know more. Details of Sims 4 2023 Roadmap are given here. It should be noted that some details and the release dates of the contents are yet to be confirmed.
Date
Events
February 2, 2023
The Michaelsons Family debut
February 4, 2023
The Sims Mobile 23rd Birthday updates
The Sims Free Play 23rd Birthday updates
March 14, 2023
Infant Update
April
The Sims FreePlay Neighborhood
The Sims 4 Twitter
Many new updates about the game The Sims 4 would be released in the official Twitter handle of the game @TheSims. If you want to know the latest updates and upcoming events of the game, follow that Twitter account and check it frequently.
The Sims 4 Game Info
The Sims 4 is a social simulation video game. It was developed by Maxis. Electronic Arts published the game. This game is from The Sims series. It was released for Windows on September 2, 2014 in North America, on September 4, 2014 in Europe and Australasia, and on September 5, 2014 in the United Kingdom. It was released on February 17, 2015 for OS X and on November 17, 2017 for PlayStation 4, and Xbox One Worldwide. This game is presently free-to-play with paid downloadable content.
The Sims 4 Gameplay
There are no primary goals or objectives to pursue in the game. Instead, the players can make decisions and participate in an interactive environment. The game centres on the simulated lives of these virtual characters called ‘Sims.’ Players can control their actions, fulfil their needs and assist them to fulfil their desires. The game offers objective-based gameplay, but it is optional. Each Sim will have lifelong aspirations, personal goals, wants and fears, which are generated based on that gameplay. Sims will communicate with the fictional language, Simlish. The unit currency used in the game is called Simoleons.
The Sims 4 New Update - FAQs
The Sims 4 is a social simulation video game.
Electronic Arts published The Sims 4.
The new update of The Sims 4 was released on January 31, 2023.
The Michaelsons Family debut in The Sims 4 will be on February 2, 2023.
The official Twitter handle of The Sims 4 is @TheSims.