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To go from Sims 4 to Sims 3, or no?
LittleMissLimos
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Hi all! When I was a young sprout I played the original sims with my brothers all the time. It was one of the highlights of my childhood and unfortunately was cut short by loosing the game disk. Now, almost 15 years later when I got my very own laptop I purchased The Sims 4. I've been enjoying it thoroughly and have both Sims 4 expansion packs but have recently found a lack of interest in my game (whether it's from the lack of recent expansion packs or just an overall boredom with the same old content). I recently started watching a Sims 3 Let's Play on YouTube and saw how much content and diversity there was in the Sims 3 and thought of purchasing it. I realize that the Let's Play that I was watching has a lot of expansion packs installed, exactly how much is expansion packs I'm not sure though. I've heard a lot of smack talk as well that Sims 4 is nothing of what Sims 3 was.
I was wondering if the Sims 3 base game has enough entertainment and content that I could just buy that and have the same, if not more enjoyment from the Sims 4 with two expansion packs? If not, could I buy an expansion pack or two to get to that level? Or, should I just wait until the next Sims 4 expansion pack is released and forget about the Sims 3?
I was wondering if the Sims 3 base game has enough entertainment and content that I could just buy that and have the same, if not more enjoyment from the Sims 4 with two expansion packs? If not, could I buy an expansion pack or two to get to that level? Or, should I just wait until the next Sims 4 expansion pack is released and forget about the Sims 3?
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I suppose it depends on what you are looking for in TS3? For me, Late Night and Generations were the greatest EPs, and I couldn't go back to playing without those. Late Night added so much for the YA stage and going out, while Generations did wonders for family play.
But anyway, to answer your question, it actually took me awhile to get bored with Sims 3 base game (and I'm still not really all that bored with all of it obviously, lol) and I didn't even last 5 hours on the 48 hour demo of Sims 4.
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I would say why not try the sims 3! I went from sims 4 to sims 2 and enjoyed it, but on a sidenote, I did have the sims 2 for free (origin promotion) If I were you, I would buy the Sims 3 starter pack, for in the UK £30. It will give you a taste of the sims 3, and if you feel that you like it, you could buy some more EP's. Just an idea
Naturally, I'd say go with Sims 3 and buy a couple EP's, (depending on your computer) I'd go with Seasons, University, Generations, or Pets. But, honestly, IMO, you can't go wrong with any Sims 3 EP. They all are great and add fun things to do. There isn't one EP that I don't like.
In my opinion, it does. When my computer was away being repaired, I played the Sims 3 on my laptop, which doesn't have room for my EP's, so it was only the base game, plus my store content and SP's. I enjoyed my game just as much as always, and the only EP I really missed was Generations, because of all the interactions that I was so used to using constantly, plus the afterschool clubs, prom, and boarding schools. It's all in how you play.
Late Night, Generations and Seasons are the must haves for me. Pets comes in fourth. But you should definitely try TS3. TS4 with both EP's is pretty much the same as having just the base game to be honest. There is no must have feature or content in either the EP's. At least it's my opinion. If you go with TS4, know that you are much better served with the two GP's rather than a single EP.
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[quote="SimFan298;14765873"]Honestly, if you love the Sims, go for it. Sims 3 is an awesome experience, and I liked MOST of its expansions. I'd just recommend staying away from World Adventures and Showtime, if you plan on getting expansions.[/quote]
Any reason why you wouldn't recommend World Adventures? I was actually thinking of adding World Adventures to my Sims 3 collection, but if it's anything like Island Paradise, then I'll hold off
Just remember, you can't mix and match Steam and Origin. So you can't buy base game on Origin and then later buy EP's or SP's on steam and visa versa.
WA didn't go over well with some people as it has quest-driven play - many didn't care for that. I don't do the tombs anymore really - I use the locations for vacations and honeymoons. I would say it is going to depend on your play style - check out some Let's Plays with it. I love WA and use the locations often, as well as the martial arts and nectar making so you're going to have to make a decision with that one.
I would suggest trying out the base game by itself before you really invest money into the series. You might also come upon a sale with the starter pack. Good luck!!
I'm actually finding the game a lot more relaxing and less frustrating than I found S4, but everyone's mileage will differ. I also feel like it has a lot more depth than S4 with all its packs. I'm not crazy about the hair though, but I don't really play the game for aesthetics. I play it for gameplay, and that's just something S4 doesn't have (for me).
All in all, It can't hurt to try it out. You can always buy the next EP for 4 as well. There's no rule that says you have to only play and enjoy one of them.
I think this thread will explain why this person wouldn't recommend World Adventures. To me, it just all depends on how you want to play this EP. Sometimes I will send my Sims to do the quests for the adventure and sometimes I will just send them there for either their honeymoon or for just a vacation. I myself really like this EP as there are things that you can use in your Sims everyday lives and the nectar making, marital arts and photography skills.
http://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/884572/no-vacation-pack-was-made/p1
Here is a link that will explain some of the things in the WA EP.
http://www.carls-sims-3-guide.com/worldadventures/
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Sims 3, Late Night and High End Loft bundle ... $19.96
World Adventures and Generations bundle ... $17.39
Hidden Springs and Monte Vista bundle ... $14.21
That's ... 4 Worlds (if they still throw in Riverwood) ... 3 Foreign Destinations ... 3 Expansion Packs ... And a Stuff Pack for ... $51.56
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I'd say try the base game and get some really useful mods from Nraas, plus there is TONS of free custom content on the web. Have fun!
Well I'm certainly glad I missed *that* thread. lol With all the options to go into the worlds and edit them and place lots and make it exactly how you want it to be... I just don't get it - but to each their own, I suppose. And I thought *my* play style was boring. smh
Back on topic: This is only my opinion so... for what it is worth, I will say this: Sims 3 is not a game you want to play if you need/want the game to tell you which direction to go in. Even with the adventures of WA, for the most part, TS3 is about creating the world you want, not just the sims. You can go big with that and learn CAW and create your worlds from the ground up, or you can settle for editing all of your worlds and making sure even your vacation spots have the lots you want, the nightlife, the activities... it really is a huge sandbox. If you don't have much in the way of an imagination, that might be a problem. I thought WA was great and the worlds were gorgeous. I know it isn't Bon Voyage, but c'mon... the Sphinx? The Great Wall? Beautiful French countryside? What's not to love? The more you edit your lots and make the different worlds exactly how you want them - the more fun it is.
Re: University - I just took a sim through Uni, having not done it for a very long time. It was fun, but I agree, it gets old after having done it a few times. However. Java Hut, Comic Book Store, Bowling, herbs, ping pong (and beerjuice pong) extra traits for your sims... it brings a lot even if you never send your sim to Uni. And of course, there are mods. You can have a Uni in your home world now. Yay! Even though the Uni experience can become a bit of a grind, I really like the assets that came with this EP and wouldn't want to do without them.
I'm currently playing the same challenge and I forgot how entertaining just the base game is.
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Now I have it all as I gradually added to my collection as time went by.
I have all EPs Stuff Packs and all I can get from the store.
I've now started to add custom content and mods to my game.
I still haven't done all that is possible to be done with just the Expansion Packs I have. I am kept entertained.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuW44b3uCMtCSaq4gwC8EZg
I also agree that the worlds from WA are so pretty. I just love sending my Sims to the pyramids just to have a look around them even if I don't have them doing the adventures. To me, sending my Sims just to look around those worlds are as just as adventurous enough without having to do the quests line as my Sims and I get to see the landscape and still have a great time doing so....
Now I have gotten into using the NRaas mods as I had always wanted the Traveler mod so that I can send all of my Scooby-Doo and the Gang to these worlds since EA made it so that you can't take your pets with you to the WA worlds. Granted that there are some people who don't take their pets on vacation with them in the RL but some do as they are a part of the family. So now I can really have the proper pictures of the gang doing some adventures even if I have to keep Shaggy and Scooby outside and have Scooby do some hunting which could indicate that he's searching for some clues...
But all and all, I do love that EP and the worlds from it and the landscaping that they have regardless of what other people may say about that EP and how it's not a real vacation EP. It just depends on how one decides to use and play those worlds when they visit them...
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