EA has just announced The Sims 4 21st expansion pack, Royalty & Legacy. Two new kits have also been announced, forming a brand new bundle with the EP.
A reveal trailer was released, along with a blog post. Read it below.
Build Your Dynasty with The Sims 4 Royalty & Legacy Expansion Pack
BeholdĀ Ondarion: a splendid coastal kingdom (aka world) where legacies are forged, scandals brew, and fables come to life.
In this chapter of its storied history, Ondarion will crown a new King or Queen, as familial dynasties vie for the throne.
The question you and your Sim now have to ask:Ā what role will we play in this story?
InĀ The Sims 4Ā Royalty & LegacyĀ Expansion Pack, Sims can craft multigenerational lore through the newĀ Dynasty and NobilityĀ systems, uncover and ignite shadowyĀ Scandals, encounter enchantedĀ Powershifts, and explore a world of intrigue, prestige, and scandal.
The Sims 4 Royalty & LegacyĀ Expansion Pack launches on February 12, 2026. You can learn about the Grand Bundle below, available from January 15 through March 15, 2026.
So, are you ready to write your own Simsā legend?
A World of Possibilities
Three vibrant regions (aka neighborhoods) shape Ondarion, each ruled by a powerful Dynasty (with more on these families coming in ourĀ Meet the SimsĀ article on January 27, 2026). Every region is steeped in historic charm, rich culture, and the occasional whisper of scandal.
- DambeleĀ is a community where the arts are cherished, and shared spaces such as the open palace gardens and communal market embody its culture of generosity and togetherness.
- Verdemar, populated by heroic outlaws and cunning nobles, is as unpredictable as the sea that surrounds it.
- BellacordeĀ is defined by romance, opulence, and candlelit corners that invite illicit rendezvous.
The Backroom Lot, a new Lot type, leads a double life. By day, it functions as a Library, Gym, or Museum depending on how you build it, but when night falls, it transforms into a Night Club. Sims can experience this shift in Dambele, home to a premade Backroom Lot that trades quiet study for nightlife after dark.
In Ondarion, Sims can reside in lavish, palace-inspired estates, and host resplendent Grand Balls. Every region is home to several noble dynasties, but the royal throne of Ondarion stands unclaimed.
Throughout this kingdom,Ā PowershiftsĀ add fantasy, storybook twists to your royal tale. Sims may pull the legendaryĀ Sword In Stone, waltz into love at a magicalĀ Ballroom DanceĀ in dazzlingĀ Crystal Slippers, woo aĀ Noble FrogĀ with unpredictable results, or consult theĀ Enchanted MirrorĀ to reveal hidden truths.
Master the art ofĀ Swordsmanship, a new level 10 Skill that lets your Sims duel for love, Simoleons, career promotions, noble rivalries, and more, withĀ Swordsmanship TournamentsĀ held at Gazebos found throughout every neighborhood in Ondarion as a Goaled Event, where opponents gather and players complete event tasks through duels.
Secret PassagewaysĀ are the kingdomās most mischievous shortcut. They let Sims teleport between connected passageways on their lot, or any other lots in the world that they place or discover. Add a Secret Passageway to a hallway, secluded courtyard, your secret loverās study or your rival’s residence for stolen moments, secret romances, and dramatic entrances no one saw coming.
Beyond speeding up routing, Secret Passageways can unlock a new WooHoo location and offer chances to uncover other Simsā secrets. Sims can also tamper with the Cuckoo Clock, located on the outside of the passageway, causing a mishap with the potential to trigger the newest dramatic demise: Death by Cuckoo Malfunction.
The Price of Power
The Noble CareerĀ invites your Sim into a storybook world of courtly intrigue, lavish pageantry, and dramatic power plays. From Noble Newcomer to Kingdom Leader, your Sim can rise through the noble ranks and claim the Throne as Monarch of many Kingdoms (thanks, cross-pack play!*).
AdvanceĀ Noble RankingsĀ by earning favor at court, forging powerful alliances, or pursuing bolder paths through clever schemes and strategic marriages. And yes, your Simās spouse and children inherit those shiny titles, too. Power is scarce (each Kingdom can only have one true ruler). And yes, your Simās spouse and children inherit those shiny titles, too.
Your Sims can rule through grand decrees, rousing speeches, and generous donations,Ā orĀ win over fellow Nobles by collectingĀ Favor, a new two-sided resource earned through choices that appeal to either Nobles or Commoners. Power can breed rivalry, and the further you rise up the ranks, the more likely you will face Noble rivals looking to taint your name and image. Convince them to abdicate or meet them blade-to-blade in aĀ Duel of Swordsmanship. Diplomacy or chaos, itās your call.
Whether your Sim becomes a gracious monarch, a charismatic socialite, or a cunning climber powered by gossip, power demands attention. There are no fixed hours in this career; performance hinges on completingĀ Royal DutiesĀ each day.
And power is never permanent. One misstepāa flirtation in the wrong hallway, an ill-placed insult, a heated Duel, or a Powershiftācan send influence skyrocketing, or wipe it out overnight.
For Dynasties Great and Quaint
Ondarion is where familial dynasties of all sorts rise and fall. Your Sim can join one or start their own, and with theĀ Dynasty SystemĀ (cross-pack play!*), they can shape their houseās identity: defining values, appointing heirs, and creating lore future generations will brag (or cry) about. Any Sim can become head of their own Dynasty, they can cast someone out entirely OR designate someone as an outcast to stop them from damaging the Dynastyās Prestige.
New interactions likeĀ Designate Heir, Designate Outcast, Usurp Family Headship or Expel a Sim from a DynastyĀ transform generational storytelling into active, playable moments. Every triumph and scandal ripples through the family tree, turning your house into a truly living, evolving legacy.
Scandals
In Ondarion, even hushed words can topple dynasties. With the new Scandals System (cross-pack play!*), a quiet suspicion or rumor can erupt into a kingdom-shaking event.
Scandals range from minor missteps, like defacing a monument, to explosive revelations involving forbidden romances, illegitimate heirs, or forging a family tree. The bigger the scandal, the more you’ll notice its effect on the Sims around you.
When a Scandal comes to light, it can impact a Simās relationships, career, and even Dynasty Prestige. How your Sim responds to a Scandal is up to you: issue a public apology, deny the accusation online, they can even write a book about it and earn profits.
For those who crave maximum drama, potential Scandals can also be weaponized. Use them to extort rivals, fracture alliances, and climb the social ladder. NPCs can even seek atonement and ask for a noble pardon.
Creating With Community
To bring the world to life, the team began close, collaborative concepting over a year ago with theĀ *Ā Pan African Gaming GroupĀ (PAGG)* and a group of Simmers with direct ties to West African countries and lived experiences across the Black diaspora in the UK and North America. This collaboration helped ensure that cultural inspirations were thoughtful, authentic, and deeply rooted.
Their guidance helped shapeĀ Create a Sim,Ā Build/Buy, the worldās lore, and the Dambele neighborhood itself. These groups also contributed to last yearāsĀ West African update, which introduced new, free Create a Sim and Build/Buy items.
Simmers were involved directly in the development of the pack too! We were thrilled to bring on talented buildersĀ Plumbob Kingdom,Ā Eva Rotky,Ā EmeraldStories, andĀ Studio GabriĀ to create lots throughout the world, andĀ IceMunMunĀ andĀ LittlbowbubĀ to create mouthwatering dishes.
You can learn more about howĀ The SimsĀ work with players and PAGG in upcoming articles on January 19 and 20, 2026, inĀ The SimsĀ Newsroom.
The Realm Awaits, Your Majesty: A Grand Bundle
Youāre royalty now, and that comes with some major perks. Every purchase ofĀ The Sims 4 Royalty & LegacyĀ includes aĀ FREEĀ upgrade to theĀ Grand Bundle, because everyone deserves the royal treatment. This bundle has everything you need to plot the drama and spill the tea. From January 15 through March 15, 2026, youāll receiveĀ The Sims 4 Royalty & LegacyĀ Expansion Pack, theĀ Regal Treasures Digital Content,Ā and two new kits:Ā Tea Time SolariumĀ andĀ Silver Screen Style.
Look royally radiant in A Crown of Leaves and Sparkles, train to impress your Simās forbidden sweetheart with the Enemies to Lovers Practice Dummy, and add shining gravitas to your Simās space with the Under the Stars Lantern with theĀ Regal Treasures Digital Content.
TheĀ Silver Screen StyleĀ KitĀ lets Sims step into roles worthy of the spotlight. Inspired by the mystique and glamour of a classic era, this collection features dramatic gowns, sharp suits, bold accessories, and iconic outerwear. From sparkling jewelry to trench coats made for intrigue, these looks are designed for powerful entrances, secret plots, and unforgettable moments.
TheĀ Tea Time SolariumĀ KitĀ creates a refined retreat bathed in sunlight and elegance. With expansive glass walls, graceful windows, and garden-inspired furnishings, Sims can host elevated gatherings that feel both intimate and open to the outdoors. Complete with delicate tea sets, treat trays, and a banquet table, this serene solarium is the perfect place to sip, snack, and spill the tea in style.
PreorderĀ The Sims 4 Royalty & LegacyĀ Grand BundleĀ now for $39.99 to start playing immediately when it launches on February 12, 2026, for EA app, Epic Games Store and SteamĀ®, PlayStationĀ®5, PlayStationĀ®4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One systems.
*Cross-pack play requires additional DLC purchase.
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