The new Lovestruck<\/em> expansion pack for The Sims 4<\/em> gives<\/a> the decade-old<\/a> sequel a shot of life by turning it into a full-fledged dating sim \u2014 including non-monogamous WooHoo-ing for the first time. In addition to polyamory, the $40 DLC adds an in-game dating app, an encounter-planning system, turn-ons and turn-offs and a swanky singles club where Leisure Suit Larry (apologies for the dated reference) would feel right at home.<\/p>\n The expansion pack takes your Sim to Ciudad Enamorada, \u201ca gorgeous city in love and the perfect place for all of your romantic encounters.\u201d It includes three neighborhoods for all the dangerous (if you\u2019re into that) liaisons your Sim\u2019s gibberish-speaking heart can handle.<\/p>\n Your Sim can meet, flirt, spark romance or even rent a room at \u201cBeso R\u00e1pido\u201d for a quickie WooHoo. They\u2019re no longer boxed into monogamy, letting you set up dates with as many partners as your Sim wants.<\/p>\n The Cupid\u2019s Corner app (in the game, not on your phone) lets your Sim snap selfies, create a profile and set preferences for compatible partners. Potential connections will appear in the app\u2019s Matches tab, where you can tap a heart to save and spark a chat.<\/p>\n The date planner lets you craft a night to remember with customizable date types, venues, group invites (ha-cha-cha), activities and goals. When you meet your match for the date, you can test the chemistry by playing games, chatting over a picnic, sharing food or cuddling (or something like that) in bed. Most importantly, EA added new options for kisses, sultry dances and three new WooHoo spots… because variety is the spice of life.<\/p>\n The expansion adds four romance types that will vary depending on the partners: wholesome, steamy, strained and unpredictable. Your Sim can level up their romance skills as they mingle and unlock spicy new interactions.<\/p>\n The Sims\u2019 representation has evolved significantly since the base game\u2019s inception. EA added gender customization<\/a> in 2016, followed by Pride-themed content<\/a> three years later. The ability to change your Sim\u2019s sexual orientation<\/a> finally arrived two years ago, not long after EA incorporated a pronoun customization option<\/a>.<\/p>\n The Lovestruck<\/em> expansion for The Sims 4<\/em> costs $40 and launches on July 25. Those who pre-order the DLC<\/a> will get digital bonuses like a Cry Me a River Eyeliner (it wouldn\u2019t be dating without a few broken hearts), Herbert Heart Plushie and, everyone\u2019s favorite, the Basic Breakup Double Bed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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