By asahifile 
The Sims 4’s Halloween-themed Expansion: Life & Death
Engadget recently announced an exciting new expansion pack for The Sims 4 titled Life & Death, set to launch on Halloween. This update significantly enhances the game’s exploration of life and mortality, offering players new career paths, neighborhoods, and gameplay that revolves around the cycle of life.
Key Highlights of the Life & Death Expansion Pack
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New Neighborhoods: The expansion introduces Ravenwood, featuring three distinct neighborhoods: Crow’s Crossing, Whispering Glen, and Mourningvale. Each area brims with mystery and opportunities, including interactions with the spirits of the deceased.
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Unique Activities: Players can engage in activities such as creating wishes at ancient shrines, exploring a cemetery, and communing with souls. An intriguing feature includes a “Try Before You Die Casket Sale,” where players can consult a “Mysterious Merchant” selling haunted items.
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Achievements and Objectives: The expansion includes the “Soul’s Journey” achievement track, allowing Sims to create “Bucket Lists” and even “Rebirth a Sim,” showcasing aspirations for a full life.
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New Career Options: The darker themes are reflected in new job paths, like the Undertaker and Reaper careers. Sims can become morticians or funeral directors, with collectibles that accompany these roles, such as the “Plague Mask” or a “Corpus Commendation Plaque.” Another path leads to the Netherworld Department of Death, where Sims learn to reap souls.
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Pre-order Bonuses: The pack is available for pre-order for multiple platforms (PC, Mac, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Series X|S). Early buyers will receive exclusive collectibles such as the Lasting Legacy Family Portrait and Mournful Melodies Music Box.
Upcoming Features and Other Highlights
As the launch date approaches, anticipation is building for more details. Engadget notes how this expansion enriches the Sims experience, aligning with the foundations laid by creator Will Wright in presenting the interplay between control of life and death.
With this new perspective on existence, The Sims 4 continues to redefine interactive storytelling, ensuring players stay engaged through these life-changing experiences in the game.