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The Sims™ 4

Play with life and discover the possibilities. Unleash your imagination and create a world of Sims that’s wholly unique. Explore and customize every detail from Sims to homes–and much more.

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STATUS REPORT
Status: 🟡 Problems / Workaround Available | ProtonDB: GOLD

Tweaks & Tricks

THE SIMS 4
The Sims™ 4 is experiencing crashes following the latest EA App update.
FIX
  • Add the following to your launch options: DXVK_ASYNC=1 PROTON_EAC_RUNTIME=0 PROTON_NO_ESYNC=1 PROTON_NO_FSYNC=1 %command% --disable-ea-desktop-updater --no-launcher-sandbox
SIMS 4 SAVE FIX
Sims™ 4 saves are currently experiencing disappearance issues.
FIX
  • Ensure you are using the latest version of The Sims™ 4.
  • If issue persists, set save file location to a different folder and move existing saves into this new folder.
  • Add the following to your launch options:
MORE INFORMATION
You can find more detailed reports and user experiences for The Sims™ 4 on the official ProtonDB page.

Verdict

VERDICT

The Sims™ 4

Gold Tier

As a long-time fan of the series, I must say that The Sims™ 4 has truly hit its stride in recent years. EA and Maxis have listened to community feedback, delivering consistent updates, expansions, and improvements since launch.

Pros:

  • Gameplay Depth: With numerous expansion packs, game mods, and custom content available, there’s an almost endless amount of gameplay possibilities.
  • Graphics & Performance: The game looks great, runs smoothly on most systems, and has seen significant graphical enhancements over time.
  • Community & Customization: The Sims community is thriving, with millions of user-generated creations to enhance your experience.

Cons:

  • Early Access Issues: While much improved now, the game launched with several bugs and performance issues that took time to address.
  • Pay-to-Win Elements: Some expansion packs offer significant gameplay advantages for a price, which can feel unfair to those who haven’t purchased them.

Verdict:

If you’re looking for a deep, engaging life simulation experience with endless replayability, The Sims™ 4 is an excellent choice. With its vast array of customization options and community creations, it’s easy to lose yourself in this virtual world. Buy.