The Sims 4 received a major free patch on July 16, 2019, giving players a refreshed user interface, a new way to create Sims, extra customization options, and even a powerful new cheat code. This update also included important bug fixes across PC, Mac, and specific packs like Vampires.
Let’s dive into everything that came with the update.
Create-a-Sim Stories
Feeling stuck when making Sims? The new Create-a-Sim Stories feature added a fun quiz that helps define a Sim’s personality and starting conditions.
By starting a new household—or adding a Sim to an existing one—you can now answer a short series of questions. Based on your answers, the game automatically assigns:
- A career
- Various skills
- Different levels of starting household funds
This feature makes every Sim feel unique and gives you a chance to start with a story already built in. Don’t worry though—you can still create Sims the traditional way if you prefer.
A Fresh New Look
To celebrate both the fifth year of The Sims 4 and the twentieth anniversary of The Sims franchise, EA gave the game a brand-new style.
Here’s what changed:
- A new cast of Sims featured in the main artwork
- Updated intro videos and loading screens
- Sleek cover art and redesigned pack icons
- A revamped main menu, now featuring:
- The ability to watch trailers from the latest packs
- Quick links to official Sims social channels
This update kept the game looking modern and ensured it would remain fresh for years to come.
New Customization Options
The update also introduced new clothing and accessories in Create-a-Sim. The base game now includes:
- Fresh tops, bottoms, and accessories
- New hairstyles and a stylish hat
Players who already own certain packs also gained new color swatches for existing outfits and accessories, adding even more variety to wardrobes.
New Cheat: Live Edit Objects
Builders received a powerful new tool with the cheat code:
bb.showliveeditobjects
When activated, this cheat unlocks over 1,200 environment objects previously used only by developers to design worlds. These include:
- Rocks, bushes, and trees
- Signs and decorative props
- World environment details
While these items are mainly decorative, players should note they aren’t fully optimized for lot use—Sims may even walk through them. Still, it’s a huge addition for creative builders who want to add realism to their neighborhoods.
Fixes & Updates
The patch also included multiple bug fixes and improvements:
- General Sims 4 Fixes
- Resolved error code 134:ef7a88f2:b4565d86, which prevented certain save files from loading.
- Fixed an issue where objects got stuck in toddlers’ hands.
- The Sulani animation on the World Select screen now displays correctly for players without Island Living.
- In the tutorial, roommate Alex will now successfully give your Sim a job.
- The main menu will now keep your chosen pack art until you decide to change it.
Mac Fixes
Improved camera controls when using a trackpad—zooming and rotation now work consistently.
Vampires Fixes
Resolved an issue where Vampires failed to route when performing Dark Meditation or Influence Emotions.
Final Thoughts
The July 16, 2019 Sims 4 update was one of the most content-rich patches the game had seen at the time. From Create-a-Sim Stories that breathed life into new households, to the massive Live Edit Objects cheat for builders, this patch added features that continue to shape gameplay today.
Combined with bug fixes and a refreshed style, the update proved that EA was committed to keeping The Sims 4 engaging well into its fifth year—and beyond.
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