The Sims 4 Lovestruck Expansion Pack: Release Date, Romance Changes, and Dating App Details

The expansion pack for might be one of the most exciting in a while, and a lot has been revealed about what all fans can expect to see when it releases. Expansion packs have always been a big part of, fleshing out anemic elements of the base games and adding new items, worlds, events, and more. Almost ten years into its lifespan, is still going strong, and is yet another addition for dedicated fans to consider picking up.

True to its name, addresses romance in , which is one of the most essential aspects of the game for many players. The most exciting part lies in the additions and overhauls to how getting and going on dates works, features supplemented by a new world, items, and more. Even those who aren't focused on the romance aspect of the game could probably find something to enjoy here, although committing to the purchase might be a lot harder to justify if having fun dates isn't the main appeal.

Though The Sims 4 still has several missing or lackluster features almost a decade into its lifespan, there's one I'm tired of hearing fans ask for.

will release on July 24, 2024 for a price of $39.99, matching the model of standard expansion packs for the game. On PC, the expansion will be available through Steam, Epic Games, and the EA App. Console players will be able to pick it up on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. Pre-ordering or purchasing it before September 5 unlocks a few bonus items — Cry Me a River Eyeliner, the Herbert Heart Plushy, and a Basic Breakup Double Bed.

Although the pricing remains consistent with previous releases in North America, received a price bump in some regions, with New Zealand especially suffering from an increase from $49.95 to $69.95 in its local currency.

The biggest overhaul to romance in is the addition of a new attraction system that makes use of Turn-Ons and Turn-Offs, enhancing the mechanics surrounding compatibility between characters and calling back to romance features in 's Chemistry system. Coming into a date