**Game Information:**
- Title: The Sims 4
- Developer: Maxis
- Publisher: Electronic Arts
- Release Date: September 2, 2014
- Platforms: Microsoft Windows, macOS, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
**Overview:**
The Sims 4 is the fourth main installment in the popular life simulation video game series, The Sims. It allows players to create and control virtual characters called "Sims" and guide them through various aspects of life, from relationships and careers to hobbies and home-building.
**Features:**
1. Create-A-Sim: The game includes a robust Create-A-Sim tool, allowing players to customize their Sims' appearance, personality traits, aspirations, and more.
2. Build and Design: Players can build and design homes for their Sims using an intuitive building tool, offering a wide range of customization options.
3. Emotional States: Sims in The Sims 4 have emotional states that influence their actions, decisions, and interactions with other Sims.
4. Multi-tasking: Sims can now perform multiple tasks at once, adding a level of realism and efficiency to their daily lives.
5. Expansions, Game Packs, and Stuff Packs: The game has received numerous expansion packs, game packs, and stuff packs, introducing new features, locations, and objects to enrich the gameplay experience.
**Gameplay:**
In The Sims 4, players create and control Sims, guiding them through various life events and activities. The game provides a more intuitive and streamlined experience compared to its predecessors.
The Create-A-Sim tool allows players to customize their Sims with a wide range of options for physical appearance, clothing, and personality traits. Sims can have different aspirations, such as becoming a successful entrepreneur or mastering various skills.
Players can build and furnish homes for their Sims using the Build/Buy mode, which offers a variety of building tools and furniture options. The game's modular system allows players to easily customize and expand their Sims' living spaces.
Sims have emotional states that influence their behavior and interactions. Their emotions can change depending on their experiences and the events happening around them. Players must manage their Sims' emotions to maintain their well-being and relationships.
The game introduces a multi-tasking feature, enabling Sims to perform multiple actions simultaneously, making their daily routines more efficient.
Over time, The Sims 4 has received expansion packs that introduce new features, game packs that offer focused gameplay elements, and stuff packs that provide additional objects and customization options.
**System Requirements (PC):**
The following are the minimum system requirements to run The Sims 4 on PC:
- OS: Windows XP (SP3), Windows Vista (SP2), Windows 7 (SP1), Windows 8, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10
- Processor: 1.8 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, AMD Athlon 64 Dual-Core 4000+ or equivalent
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: 128 MB Video RAM with support for Pixel Shader 3.0
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: At least 17 GB of free space
