The Sims 4 February 19, 2026 Update: Bug Fixes & Stability Improvements
A new The Sims 4 patch resolves marriage interaction freezes and adds Family Tree stability fixes across all platforms.

Update 2/‌19/‌2026
PC: 1.121.372.1020 / Mac: 1.121.372.1220
Console: Version 2.30

EA and Maxis have released the latest update for The Sims 4 on February 19, 2026. This small Base Game patch focuses entirely on bug fixes and stability improvements, targeting issues that have affected weddings and the Family Tree system.

While no new gameplay features or items are included, this update addresses several high-impact problems reported by players.

Wedding Freeze Fix

One of the most notable fixes in this patch resolves an issue where Sims could freeze or become unresponsive during marriage interactions. In some saves, wedding ceremonies would stall, leaving Sims stuck in place or preventing the marriage event from completing properly.

With this update, marriage interactions should now proceed smoothly, allowing ceremonies and relationship progression to function as intended.

Family Tree Fixes and Improvements

The February 19 update also delivers additional corrections to the Family Tree system. These fixes aim to improve accuracy, usability, and overall stability.

Key Family Tree Fixes Include:
  • Resolving portrait overlap in certain complex family situations
  • Restoring missing or incorrect relationship links
  • Ensuring Sims highlight correctly when selected from the Family Tree

Preventing freezes caused by interacting with certain family members through the genealogy interface

These improvements make long-term generational gameplay more reliable, especially for players who manage large or intricate family legacies.

Platform Availability

This Base Game update is available across all supported platforms, including PC, Mac, and consoles. The patch downloads automatically through each platform’s launcher or system update process.

Mod Compatibility Reminder

Even though this is a small hotfix, updates that modify relationship systems or UI components can temporarily affect mods and custom content. Players who use script-based mods or Family Tree-related modifications may wish to check for updates from creators before continuing long-term saves.

Final Thoughts

The February 19, 2026 update may be modest in size, but it focuses on core life events that are central to The Sims experience. By fixing wedding freezes and refining the Family Tree system, this patch improves stability and supports smoother storytelling across generations.