Sims 4 Businesses and Hobbies EP: What You Need to Know
EA has officially announced the next major expansion, the Sims 4 Businesses and Hobbies EP, after much speculation in the Sims community. It’s set to release on March 6, 2025. This businesses hobbies expansion pack brings a fresh take on entrepreneurship, creativity, and skill-building, allowing Sims to turn their passions into profitable ventures.
If you’ve ever wanted to start a business in Sims 4 and don’t know how, this is your time to shine. The new pack offers business enthusiasts plenty of crafty opportunities to showcase their artistic side and rack in Simoleons.
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Sims 4 Businesses and Hobbies Features
Start and Manage Small Businesses
Players can now open small businesses from home or on new Small Business Venue Lots. Some of the business ventures you can explore include:
Tattoo parlors
Pottery studios
Bakeries
Art galleries
Music schools
Dance clubs
With these businesses, you can provide different services, such as tattooing, selling handcrafted items, hosting workshops, and providing services. You can also manage employees and track profits to ensure your Sim brings in as much cash as possible.
The expansion introduces a new Ticket Kiosk System, which lets Sims charge customers per visit or by the hour, making it easier to run various business models.
New Skills: Tattooing & Pottery
One of the most anticipated additions to the Sims 4 Businesses and Hobbies expansion pack is the introduction of two new skills: Tattooing Skill and Pottery Skill.
The new Tattooing Skill allows Sims to design and apply tattoos. There are multiple ways to do this. First, you can use the new Tattoo Paint Mode to create custom body art and even upload your designs to The Sims 4 Gallery for others to use. You can also access pre-made tattoos from other artists to use on your customers. Whether you create custom tattoos or use pre-made ones, you have the potential to create profitable businesses.
The new Pottery Skill enables Sims to craft functional pieces and express their crafty side, such as teapots, vases, and sculptures. Once you’ve created your pieces in the Pottery Wheel, you have the option to glaze them or leave them unglazed. You can then sell these handcrafted pieces in stores, display them in homes, or give them as gifts. At higher levels of this skill, you can utilize the Japanese art of Kintsugi to create beautiful pieces from broken ceramics.
Business Perks & Alignment System
The Sims 4 Businesses and Hobbies expansion pack introduces a brand-new Business Alignment System where players choose whether their Sim is a Dreamer, a Schemer, or a Neutral in their business practices. This affects gameplay in various ways:
Dreamers are those who focus on establishing a dream business, passion projects, and community engagement.
Schemers are business-savvy Sims who prioritize profits, using clever tactics to attract customers.
Neutral Sims are those who balance creativity and business without strong moral leanings.
As Sims progress, they’ll unlock Business Perks, which provide boosts in sales, reputation, and customer interactions.
New Scandinavian-Inspired World: Nordhaven
The Sims 4 Businesses and Hobbies expansion also introduces Nordhaven, a brand-new world inspired by Scandinavian design. It features cobblestone streets, minimalist modern architecture, and artisan markets.
Nordhaven is the perfect backdrop for Sims looking to explore creative and business opportunities. You can also connect with like-minded Sims who share enthusiasm for business ventures. One of the best features of Nordhaven are the Hobby Meetups. These events allow you to socialize, find a mentor, and form new friendships. You can also teach Lectures and Classes or listen to a Lecture to earn Mastery perks.
Cross-Pack Compatibility
This expansion pack integrates seamlessly with existing packs, allowing Sims to start and run small businesses in other fields. For example
Open a fashion boutique with High School Years or Get Famous.
Open a Karaoke bar in the City Living EP.
Run a wellness retreat with Spa Day.
Teach acting or music classes with Get Famous.
Official Reveal Trailer
EA has also released an official reveal Sims 4 Businesses and Hobbies trailer, showcasing gameplay features and the new world. Watch it here:
Final Thoughts
The Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies is taking entrepreneurship to the next level. Whether you want to run a cozy pottery shop, manage a high-end tattoo parlor, or teach piano lessons from home, this expansion gives Sims more freedom to follow their dreams.
The pack will be released on March 6, 2025, and is available for pre-order now. If you buy the EP before April 18, you’ll get three perks:
A Sweetest Treat Display Case to keep your produce fresh
The Practice Makes Perfect Priscilla Statue
A Beautiful Flaws Lamp to illuminate your space
Are you excited to turn your Sim’s passion into profit? Let us know what business you’ll start first!
