These androgynous looks can complement a number of Sims styles, and I appreciated that one includes graying roots. There are a few clothing items, separate from those that the knitting skill unlocks. Items like the desks and pegboards seem like they can easily fit in any office or studio. It’s easy to match the Nifty Knitting items with other DLC or base game options, but they also feel cohesive together. There are simple desk and seating options with enough color swatches to match multiple color schemes. However, Nifty Knitting doesn’t go too crazy.

The Sims 4loves to put in colorful items instead of simple basics.

Like many fans, I often have qualms about how the build items (furniture, decorations, or architectural details) feel overly zany. However, there’s no aspiration to build to, so success isn’t as richly rewarded. Comparable hobbies like woodworking and flower arranging allow for growth, and the ability to unlock new craftables you can sell. It felt realistic and fun, and I found that the game didn’t offer many similar options. I found myself focused on getting through the aspiration goals rather than climbing the career ladder as quickly as possible. My Sim was a teacher by day, knitter by night. Trying to fulfill a Sim’s aspiration is one way to play, and if you succeed, your Sim will gain a new trait. An aspiration, for Sims newcomers, is a life goal. The Sims 4is somewhat lacking in this area, and they don’t often have aspirations for hobbies. It also spins up a new knitting aspiration for Sims. This DLC fits its price point of $10, offering new Create-a-Sim and Build items along, with a new skill to grow. Electronic Arts opened the latest theme, style, and items up for a vote online before releasing the final Nifty Knitting Stuff Pack.

The latest Stuff Pack is a product of the people’s choice. With Nifty Knitting, The Sims 4 delivers what players want by asking players what they want.

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