Today’s base game update bring new West African inspired items to The Sims 4, both in Create a Sim and in Build/Buy. There is also a new recipe for jollof rice with drumsticks.
You can read more on the blog post below.
The colors, the clothes, the… Jollof? YUM! 😋🍴
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Celebrate West African Design in The Sims 4
The latest Sims 4 update celebrates vibrant designs of West Africa, with new, free Build/Buy and Create a Sim items that bring creativity and culture into your Sims’ homes and their wardrobes.
We’re always exploring new ways to help players tell stories in-game that reflect their own personal lives. In partnership with the Pan African Gaming Group (PAGG), and a group of Simmers with direct connections to West African countries and lived experiences across the Black diaspora in the UK and North America, we’ve ensured every item honors the cultural traditions that inspired the release.
“The collaboration has been seamless and deeply fulfilling, allowing us to help shape content that honors the beauty and complexity of West African culture.” – Maame Adjei and Kasyoka Mwanzia, PAGG
Inspired by West Africa. For your Sims.
Give your builds a pop of something special! This collection of Build/Buy decor combines neutral tones with geometric patterns, inspired by the artisans of West Africa, including:
- Okuta Lamp with Woven Shade – Okuta, a word with Nigerian roots, meaning stone or rock, describes this gorgeous lamp with a solid, hefty base and a textured shade that never goes wrong in any home. With neutral tones and patterns inspired by fabric artisans of West Africa, add ambiance and style to any space with the Okuta Lamp!
- Ìtura Cushion – Ìtura means comfort in Yoruba, which perfectly captures this cushion’s purpose. It comes in a range of colors, inspired by beautiful fabric traditions found across West Africa. Whether your Sims’ home needs those soothing earthy tones or a vibrant splash of color, the Ìtura Cushion has got you covered.
- Visions of Home Decorative Art – A vibrant collection of framed art, inspired by scenes from West Africa.
- Wallu Woven Basket – Bring beauty into your Sims’ home with a rich piece of West African heritage: a Wolof basket! The Wallu (meaning to help out in Wolof) is traditionally crafted by the Wolof people in Senegal. These baskets are known for their blends of colors and intricate patterns.
- Hiwe Area Rug – A skillfully woven rug with a modern design and warm colors, brings your Sims’ space together with a touch of history and tradition. Hiwe, meaning to support or to ground in Igbo, is crafted using time-honored techniques, adding character and comfort to any room.
- West African Aloe Plant – This beloved West African succulent features sharp, triangular teeth along its leaves, while its fiery blooms stand tall.
Flavors from the African continent
Your Sims can now cook Jollof Rice with a side of Chicken Drumsticks, a beloved dish with regional variations across countries like Senegal, Nigeria, and Ghana. This one-pot meal of long-grain rice, vegetables, spices and meat is rich and flavorful, perfect for parties and celebrations.
For the chefs that love bold aromatics, style your Sims’ kitchen with this decor object, a Trio of Flavor, presented in natural wooden bowls. Each ingredient found in the bowls plays a role in West African cuisine; the nutritious and versatile Bambara bean with its mild taste, the tiny Guinea cubeb brings a fresh, fruity heat, and pods containing grains of paradise that deliver a bold warmth with hints of ginger and cardamom.
Fashion as a form of storytelling
Have your Sims stand out in style and color with fashion inspired by West African designs that mix heritage patterns with striking jeweled tones. New items are now available in Create a Sim, including a vibrant jumpsuit, bold patterned shirts, and a playful, printed dress for Toddlers and Children. You can accessorize your Sims with earrings and a head wrap to tie it all together. These will be perfect for just about any event, for expressing Sims’ personal style – or why not have the whole family in matching outfits for a special occasion?
Each item’s pattern and color tells a special story. This update celebrates West Africa and the traditions that shape our world. Our work doesn’t stop there. Our commitment to expanding representation and player choice will continue.
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