Summary
The Sims 4’s latest expansionLovestruckis finally here and although players are smitten with the DLC’s new romance options,one of the best features is causing some chaotic dates.One of the most anticipated aspects ofLovestruckis the introduction of an in-game dating app that allows Sims to quickly set up a rendezvous with another character for a night of quiet fun or boisterous excitement. Its introduction has been a long time coming butthe community certainly wasn’t expecting Maxis to go the extra mile and include player-generated contentin the dating pool.
Posted to Reddit by userreddit_username014, the player discovered thatCupid’s Corner,The Sims 4’s take on dating app Tinder, can randomly include user-generated characters, meaning it tried to set their Sim up on a date with Captain Jack Sparrow from thePirates of the Caribbeanfranchise.
Other users shared similar discoveries with some noting thatthey’ve been able to date the likes ofFamily Feudhost Steve Harvey and even Shrek. Pulling from players' galleries for the dating pool is undoubtedly a fun feature so those who curate bizarre Sims should prepare for some odd encounters.
The Sims 4 Lovestruck Expansion Pack: Release Date, Romance Changes, and Dating App Details
The Sims 4: Lovestruck is overhauling the romantic possibilities in the game, and here’s everything to know about its features and upcoming release.
What Else Is New In Lovestruck?
A Long-Awaited Upgrade
The Sims 4community has long criticizedthe game for its lack of romantic options, a problem that has now been addressed byLovestruck. The DLC includes a range of features to reinvigorate a Sim’s dating life, including an entire town dedicated to seduction and socialization.Sims now also have more options when it comes to their partners as the game can classify relationshipsbased on thecouple’s stability and emotional investment.
Aside from the assortment of love-themed items, including the return of the infamous Heart-Shaped Bed from the originalSimsgame,Lovestruckalso introduces some fun new gameplay twists.Several new WooHoo spots can be used by Sims looking to spice up their love lifewhile those who settle for the wrong personcan even die of heartbreak.Create-a-Date also allows for all kinds of situations that can result in some memorable encounterssuch as inviting a Sim’s ex on a date with their recent spouse.
Lovestruckmay just be the best expansionThe Sims 4has received in years and the community is absolutely loving it.Cupid’s Corner is an essential addition and the fact that it allows for such bizarre dates makes for a transformative experience, which is to say nothing of the various social dynamic improvements in the DLC. With the future of Project Renee reportedly up in the air, at leastThe Sims 4has plenty of water left in its well.
