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There are quite a few game packs that have been released in The Sims 4. That's why it can be hard to keep track of which ones are better than others. We've got you covered with our own ranked list of all game packs.

All Sims 4 Game Packs, ranked from best to worst

Our list for the best game packs in The Sims 4 considers several factors, including gameplay mechanics added, whether or not the game pack is functional, and how long you can play it without getting bored.

Parenthood

Parenthood is hands down the best game pack available in The Sims 4. This is because of how much depth it adds to the game with a great amount of subtlety. Now you can ground teenage Sims, research parenting on the computer, have your adolescents go through odd phases, have specific parent-child aspirations and relationships, and much more. It also gives players a lot in the way of suburban-style CAS and Build/Buy items.

Spa Day (After 2021 Update)

Spa Day used to be not much to write home about, but that all changed with the Aug. 2021 revamp. This update improved the pack's functionality, brought in new features like nail polish, and deeper gameplay like improved yoga and added nail salon. This pack works pretty functionally now and works well to add a great venue option for Sims. It ranks higher (after release) due to its engaging hobby gameplay content, sleek zen design, and seamless integration into the world at large. It's easy for your Sims to hob over for a massage or pedicure any time.

My Wedding Stories (After 2022 Update)

While My Wedding Stories had an extremely rocky start that was hard to watch, it is finding its footing after a couple of patches. The main reason this pack is so high up is that it adds a lot to an existing feature of gameplay: weddings. This game pack does exactly what it should do, which is augmenting the base game. And it does this in style! There are also lots of cultural and LGBT-friendly additions to this pack.

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Vampires

Vampires is in our top four game packs for really living up to the idea of what a game pack should be. It adds to the base game, and introduces interesting gameplay mechanics like turning into a Vampire through research. It also fits relatively well into the larger world and still is fun to play even over a longer period of time. One of the best parts of the pack is having a vampire sneak into a home of a random Sim to drink blood. It almost mimics the burglar function from previous games. It doesn't reach the top three due to its hard to integrate aesthetic, meaning it sometimes looks a bit cartoonish in other neighborhoods.

Dream Home Decorator

If you have always dreamed of being an interior designer, then Dream Home Decorator is one of the best options for you. Even if you don't care much for the topic, there is still gorgeous furniture, modern clothing, and a very immersive career available to play with. This pack is filled to the brim with a contemporary design that can refresh any save file. The only drawback is the career can be a bit buggy.

Strangerville

Strangerville is very different from other packs in that it provides a story that goes against the sandbox genre. This is not for all fans, but you can even enjoy the pack without this since the world and game pack is still able to be used after the main story. This game pack works better than those like Jungle Adventure due to the fact that it leans on classic Sims franchise themes. Strangerville is a play on Strangetown from previous Sims games. It ranks lower on our list due to its limiting alien-based storyline. Yet, it saves itself from sinking too far with its fantastic world-building and unique Western aesthetic.

Realm of Magic

Realm of Magic offers a lot in the way of style, with both CAS and Build/Buy items. The whimsical magic aesthetic of the pack feels fresh and appealing. Even the addition of the paranormal spellcasters can be quite fun. Where the pack falls flat is the rabbit hole magic world and the serious lack of in-game mechanics/gameplay. We put this entry in the middle due to its charming design and characters, which made for the strengths of the pack. Its weakness and what ultimately dragged it down was the lack of substances through rabbit holes in Glimmerbrook and the lack of a cohesive story.

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Outdoor Retreat

Players can enjoy some of the novelty of Outdoor Retreat, but it does wear off over time. Having the option to send your Sims on a cabin vacation is fun and integrates decently into the game. On top of that, CAS and Build/Buy items come in handy, whether that be using the tent or dressing your Sims in hiking boots. The main issue with this pack is that the vacation feature gets boring quickly.

Dine Out

Dine Out would be much higher on this list if it worked properly. Sadly, this game pack is probably the buggiest of the bunch. Your sims can hardly enjoy a meal without getting up every few minutes, having strangers sit at their table, and even sometimes having townies fight or die in the restaurant. There is also the issue that the Build/Buy items are a bit lackluster.

Jungle Adventure

Jungle Adventure was a fun concept that fans were relatively excited about. But the world in the pack ended up being a glorified rabbit hole. The jungle story featured barely any animation, and the themes were incongruent with the Sim's normal branding. The clothing and decor are pretty hard to mix in with base games and other packs.

Journey to Batuu

If you are specifically a Star Wars fan, this pack may rank higher on the list for you. But that is precisely part of the problem. The overlap between The Sims 4 and Star Wars fans is not particularly large, and it was an odd choice of crossover for the franchise. On top of this, there was not enough content to justify the price. So much of the pack is incompatible with the rest of the Sims world and seems like it is a totally different game.

Want to read more about The Sims 4? If so, check out Which Sims 4 expansion packs are worth it? on Pro Game Guides.

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