The Sims 4 offers players tons of different worlds to settle down in. Here’s how they all rank.
Living in the perfect neighborhood is a must in The Sims 4. Players wonder which world would fit their build style the most or which world comes with the coolest additions. The many expansion and game packs have added additions such as apartments, story-driven goals, and city sections. Each world also takes on a unique look.
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Each world takes inspiration from a real-world area. Depending on how players want to play, they are sure to find a neighborhood that fits their needs in The Sims 4. There is even one the player can create themselves.
Updated on April 22, 2022, by Elara Leclair: For years, The Sims 4 has been a popular game among players worldwide, offering a vast and immersive virtual world. With the addition of every expansion, game pack, and kit, the gameplay possibilities only continue to grow. One of the latest and most significant additions to the game is the Growing Together expansion pack, which brings the total number of available worlds up to an impressive 23.
As players delve into this vast universe, they may find themselves overwhelmed by the sheer number of options available to them. Each world has its unique features, from the bustling metropolis of San Myshuno to the serene countryside of Brindleton Bay. With so many possibilities, it can be challenging to decide which worlds are worth exploring and investing time in. Choosing the right world is crucial, as it can impact the player’s enjoyment of the game and even influence their decision to purchase additional packs. Some worlds may be more suitable for players who prefer a specific playstyle, such as those who enjoy city living or those who prefer a more relaxed, rural environment.
Included in one of the most unpopular and controversial DLCs ever released for the game, Batuu easily takes the last and worst spot on this list. In fact, calling Batuu an actual world would be a lie and an overstatement because players can’t actually live or build here.
With only three areas to visit and the rest being rabbit holes, Batuu comes across as more of an advertisement for a franchise baked into the game than a cool, original world for Sims to live in. It’s a shame, given how nice the building objects in Batuu are and what could have been done with them.
Magnolia Promenade was added to the Get To Work expansion pack. The area is small, only allowing four lots to be added. Magnolia Promenade is meant for businesses, so a home or apartment would look out of place in this area.
Three lots are already occupied, meaning players only have one lot to create their own business. While not appearing as a customizable lot, the police station and hospital are also located in this neighborhood. It’s a nice world to plop down any restaurants, spas, and other community lots as well, but its size is a bit of a joke.
Granite Falls is a vacation neighborhood, meaning it will see limited usage only. Sims are able to vacation in this neighborhood for 7 days but must leave when that time is up. Necessary camping materials can be bought at the ranger stations, meaning Sims do not have to be prepared.
There are also ‘Bears’ – Sims in bear costumes – roaming around the campgrounds. These bears will cause Sims to become tense, taking the place of real bears. There is also a secret Hermit’s House, allowing players to find rare collectibles. Since it was in an early DLC, the area feels lackluster and will most likely see a DLC refresh sometime in the future. For a vacation world, it also has far too many lots.
Forgotten Hollow is a neighborhood perfect for any vampire. Only the Straud and Vatore families live here at first, meaning players can move in three more vampire families. Uniquely, the neighborhood will also be darker for longer.
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The sun rises later than normal and sets quicker in this neighborhood. This neighborhood is also home to two unique plants, the Plasmafruit and the Sixam Mosquito Trap. Living here, vampire Sims will not have to worry about burning up. However, that also means the world is a bit more niche compared to other ones, and regular Sims won’t really fit in here.
Moonwood Mill is a small world in The Sims 4, consisting of only five lots. However, the world building is very detailed and coherent, designed by a well-known Sims Youtuber James Turner. Many lots in this world is a great option for challenges like rags to riches, homeless or an apocalypse challenge.
The world is primarily designed for Werewolves, with hidden areas, unique features, and secrets to explore. Players can customize items in specific areas and learn about the lore of Moonwood Mill through the Moonwood Mill Relics collection. However, the world is not ideal for human or other occult Sims as there are not many activities for them.
