Details about The Sims 4's forthcoming expansion pack have been leaked, hinting at the return of a beloved feature from The Sims 2. The Sims 4's "Season of Love" is currently underway, having already released the Riviera Retreat and Cozy Bistro Kits. According to the roadmap, there are still "2 free stylish updates" and "a flirtatious expansion pack" yet to come.
Redditor llama_wings shared various screenshots of the new expansion pack, titled "Lovestruck," on the r/thesims Subreddit, crediting Anadius for uncovering the details. According to Anadius' leaks, Lovestruck will be released on July 25th, with preorders starting on June 27th. Further screenshots revealed several early buyer bonuses themed around the heartbreak of dating, such as the Cry Me A River eyeliner, Herbert Heart Plushie, and Basic Breakup double bed, available for those who order between June 27 and September 5.
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One of Anadius' screenshots included a description of the expansion pack's main features, which will allow players to plan more exciting dates with new interactions, locations, and more through the Cupid's Corner dating app. Building relationships has always been a core aspect of the life-simulation series since its inception in 2000. While The Sims 4 has included romantic elements in previous packs like Dine Out, Lovestruck promises to be the most dedicated dating expansion yet.
A significant highlight of the pack is the return of the Turn Ons/Turn Offs mechanic from past titles like The Sims 2. This feature will determine how attracted Sims are to each other based on mutual interests and various interactions, adding more depth to relationship dynamics in the game.
While no price has been leaked for Lovestruck, this has sparked debate among fans on llama_wings' Reddit post. Many fans pointed out that some of these features have already been added to The Sims 4 through mods inspired by previous games, arguing that the new content feels more like a Game Pack than a full expansion and could have been a free update. Time will tell how much the Lovestruck expansion will cost, but based on previous expansions, it is expected to be around $40.