Content pack

Content pack

Various content packs for The Sims 2 and The Sims 3

A content pack is an addition to a previously-released "base game". In The Sims series, these packs add new objects and new interactions between Sims, and very often include new neighborhoods, life states, and other features. Content packs cannot be installed or played without first installing the appropriate "base game." Content packs usually follow a theme, with new features, objects, music, and styles tailored to that specific theme. Content packs are known by different names depending on the size of the pack.

Types of content packs

Expansion pack

An expansion pack is the most significant content pack available. Expansion packs were introduced with The Sims: Livin' Large and have been a staple of the series, with several expansion packs released for The Sims, The Sims 2, The Sims 3 and The Sims 4. Expansion packs tend to focus on major new features, and many objects, clothes, styles, neighborhoods or worlds, and life states are geared towards the pack's major theme.

Game pack

A game pack is a digital-only add-on pack, introduced with The Sims 4: Outdoor Retreat. Game packs are intended to be smaller than full expansion packs but larger than stuff packs.

Stuff pack

A stuff pack is a smaller add-on pack which typically includes only new objects and clothes for Sims, though some stuff packs do include gameplay changes. Stuff packs originated with The Sims 2, and were released for The Sims 3 as well. Starting with The Sims 4, stuff packs are only available as downloadable content, whereas previous stuff packs were available on physical discs. Stuff packs for The Sims 4 typically include 1-3 objects bringing new gameplay, in addition to clothes and existing objects.

Kit / Creator kit

A kit is a very small add-on pack with several new items or new clothing options, and sometimes a small amount of new gameplay. The first three kits were introduced on the same day, and new kits are often released two at a time. Kits are smaller than stuff packs, and only available as downloadable content. Creator Kits are very similar to Kits in pricing and size, however they are comprised entirely of items or clothing created by custom content creators while still being sold by Electronic Arts.

World pack

A world pack is both a digital and a physical add-on pack, introduced with The Sims 3 Riverview, which was the only free world pack. World packs add a new world for The Sims 3 with the addition of new objects, clothes and styles. Each world pack also offers a couple of brand new gameplay objects that are geared towards the pack's major theme. They are a part of The Sims 3 Store and can be also purchased with Simpoints. They are sold separately and as a part of Bundles and Starter Packs.

Free pack

A free pack is a pack that is offered to players free of charge. These are usually smaller than a stuff pack. Only one free pack has been released so far: The Sims 4: Holiday Celebration Pack. The Holiday Celebration Pack was updated with new objects at the same time Patch 27 was released for The Sims 4. They are not to be confused with The Sims 3's free store objects.

Compilation pack

A Compilation pack is a collection of one or more individual expansion and/or stuff packs. Bundles, starter packs, and deluxe editions are generally all forms of compilations.

Compilations sometimes, but do not always, contain the base game and one or more expansion packs. This bundling can appeal to people who do not yet own the base game, but are interested in acquiring it and one or more expansions. Compilations are often released several years after the initial release of the games which make up the bundle. The compilation is usually priced closer to that of a full expansion pack, where each of the component expansions or stuff packs would have had its price reduced over time. However, compilations can be released concurrently with the release of one of the component games; this is often simply the new expansion pack paired up with the base game, and sold for a higher price than the expansion alone. Compilation packs typically install all the collected packs simultaneously, eliminating the need to install each pack individually.

Compilation packs by generation

• Compilations of The Sims
• Compilations of The Sims 2
• Compilations of The Sims 3
• Compilations of The Sims 4

Adventure pack

An adventure pack is a type of content pack that is unique to The Sims Medieval. Adventure packs are slightly smaller than expansion packs but larger than stuff packs. Currently, the only adventure pack in The Sims series is The Sims Medieval: Pirates & Nobles.

Content packs by game

All packs are listed in order of release.

The Sims

Expansion packs

Name	Release Date
Livin' Large	August 27, 2000
House Party	March 28, 2001
Hot Date	November 14, 2001
Vacation	March 25, 2002
Unleashed	September 23, 2002
Superstar	May 15, 2003
Makin' Magic	October 28, 2003

The Sims 2

Expansion packs

Name	Release Date
University	March 1, 2005
Nightlife	September 13, 2005
Open for Business	March 2, 2006
Pets	October 17, 2006
Seasons	March 1, 2007
Bon Voyage	September 4, 2007
FreeTime	February 26, 2008
Apartment Life	August 27, 2008

Stuff packs

Name	Release Date
Holiday Party Pack	November 17, 2005
Family Fun Stuff	April 13, 2006
Glamour Life Stuff	August 31, 2006
Celebration! Stuff	November 7, 2006
Happy Holiday Stuff	April 3, 2007
H&M Fashion Stuff	June 5, 2007
Teen Style Stuff	November 5, 2007
Kitchen & Bath Interior Design Stuff	April 15, 2008
IKEA Home Stuff	June 24, 2008
Mansion & Garden Stuff	November 17, 2008

The Sims 3

Expansion packs

Name	Release Date
World Adventures	November 17, 2009
Ambitions	June 1, 2010
Late Night	October 26, 2010
Generations	May 31, 2011
Pets	October 18, 2011
Showtime	March 6, 2012
Supernatural	September 4, 2012
Seasons	November 13, 2012
University Life	March 5, 2013
Island Paradise	June 25, 2013
Into the Future	October 22, 2013

Stuff packs

Name	Release Date
High-End Loft Stuff	February 2, 2010
Fast Lane Stuff	September 7, 2010
Outdoor Living Stuff	February 1, 2011
Town Life Stuff	July 26, 2011
Master Suite Stuff	January 24, 2012
Katy Perry's Sweet Treats	June 8, 2012
Diesel Stuff	July 10, 2012
70s, 80s, & 90s Stuff	January 16, 2013
Movie Stuff	September 15, 2013

The Sims 4

Expansion packs

1. Get to Work
2. Get Together
3. City Living
4. Cats & Dogs
5. Seasons
6. Get Famous
7. Island Living
8. Discover University
9. Eco Lifestyle
10. Snowy Escape
11. Cottage Living
12. High School Years
13. Growing Together
14. Horse Ranch
15. For Rent
16. Lovestruck
17. Life & Death
18. Businesses & Hobbies
19. Enchanted by Nature
20. Adventure Awaits
21. Royalty & Legacy

Game packs

1. Outdoor Retreat
2. Spa Day
3. Dine Out
4. Vampires
5. Parenthood
6. Jungle Adventure
7. StrangerVille
8. Realm of Magic
9. Star Wars: Journey to Batuu
10. Dream Home Decorator
11. My Wedding Stories
12. Werewolves

Stuff packs

1. Luxury Party Stuff
2. Perfect Patio Stuff
3. Cool Kitchen Stuff
4. Spooky Stuff
5. Movie Hangout Stuff
6. Romantic Garden Stuff
7. Kids Room Stuff
8. Backyard Stuff
9. Vintage Glamour Stuff
10. Bowling Night Stuff
11. Fitness Stuff
12. Toddler Stuff
13. Laundry Day Stuff
14. My First Pet Stuff
15. Moschino Stuff
16. Tiny Living Stuff
17. Nifty Knitting Stuff
18. Paranormal Stuff
19. Home Chef Hustle Stuff
20. Crystal Creations Stuff

Kits

1. Bust the Dust Kit
2. Country Kitchen Kit
3. Throwback Fit Kit
4. Courtyard Oasis Kit
5. Industrial Loft Kit
6. Fashion Street Kit
7. Incheon Arrivals Kit
8. Blooming Rooms Kit
9. Modern Menswear Kit
10. Carnaval Streetwear Kit
11. Décor to the Max Kit
12. Little Campers Kit
13. Moonlight Chic Kit
14. First Fits Kit
15. Desert Luxe Kit
16. Everyday Clutter Kit
17. Pastel Pop Kit
18. Bathroom Clutter Kit
19. Simtimates Collection Kit
20. Basement Treasures Kit
21. Greenhouse Haven Kit
22. Book Nook Kit
23. Grunge Revival Kit
24. Modern Luxe Kit
25. Poolside Splash Kit
26. Castle Estate Kit
27. Goth Galore Kit
28. Party Essentials Kit
29. Urban Homage Kit
30. Cozy Bistro Kit
31. Riviera Retreat Kit
32. Artist Studio Kit
33. Storybook Nursery Kit
34. Casanova Cave Kit
35. Comfy Gamer Kit
36. Secret Sanctuary Kit
37. Golden Years Kit
38. Kitchen Clutter Kit
39. Restoration Workshop Kit
40. Autumn Apparel Kit
41. SpongeBob's House Kit
42. SpongeBob Kid's Room Kit
43. Tea Time Solarium Kit
44. Silver Screen Style Kit
45. Wonderland Playroom Kit

Creator Kits

1. Sweet Slumber Party Creator Kit by Trillyke
2. Cozy Kitsch Creator Kit by myshunosun
3. Business Chic Creator Kit by Madlen
4. Refined Living Room Creator Kit by Pierisim
5. Sleek Bathroom Creator Kit by Syboulette
6. Sweet Allure Creator Kit by aharris00britney
7. Grange Mudroom Creator Kit by Peacemaker
8. Essential Glam Creator Kit by crypticsim
9. Modern Retreat Creator Kit by TudTuds
10. Garden to Table Creator Kit by BrazenLotus
11. Prairie Dreams Creator Kit by Miiko
12. Yard Charm Creator Kit by Ravasheen

Free packs

1. Holiday Celebration Pack

The Sims Medieval

Adventure packs

Name	Release Date
Pirates & Nobles	August 30, 2011

Themes

Main article: Theme

Each content pack for The Sims is centered around one or more themes. Popular expansion packs include dating, pets, seasons, vacationing and exotic destinations, businesses, magic, and university and school life.