Content pack

A content pack"Content pack" is an unofficial term used to refer to this content, as no official term exists is an addition to a previously-released "base game". In The Sims series, these packs add new objects and new interactions between Sims, and very often include new neighborhoods, life states, and other features. Content packs cannot be installed or played without first installing the appropriate "base game." Content packs usually follow a theme, with new features, objects, music, and styles tailored to that specific theme. Content packs are known by different names depending on the size of the pack.
==Types of content packs==
===Expansion pack===
An expansion pack is the most significant content pack available. Expansion packs were introduced with The Sims: Livin' Large and have been a staple of the series, with several expansion packs released for The Sims, The Sims 2, The Sims 3 and The Sims 4. Expansion packs tend to focus on major new features, and many objects, clothes, styles, neighborhoods or worlds, and life states are geared towards the pack's major theme.
===Game pack===
A game pack is a digital-only add-on pack, introduced with The Sims 4: Outdoor Retreat."Just what is a Game Pack?" by SimGuru Grant at TheSims.com. Retrieved 20 December 2014 Game packs are intended to be smaller than full expansion packs but larger than stuff packs.
===Stuff pack===
A stuff pack is a smaller add-on pack which typically includes only new objects and clothes for Sims, though some stuff packs do include gameplay changes.The Sims 2: Happy Holiday Stuff introduces new NPCs, parties, and interactions.Stuff packs for The Sims 2 carried forward influence, chemistry, fury, and the inventory. Stuff packs originated with The Sims 2, and were released for The Sims 3 as well. Starting with The Sims 4, stuff packs are only available as downloadable content, whereas previous stuff packs were available on physical discs. Stuff packs for The Sims 4 typically include 1-3 objects bringing new gameplay, in addition to clothes and existing objects.
===Kit===
A kit is a very small add-on pack with several new items or new clothing options, and sometimes a small amount of new gameplay. The first three kits were introduced on the same day, and new kits are often released two at a time. Kits are smaller than stuff packs, and only available as downloadable content.
===World pack===
A world pack is both a digital and a physical add-on pack, introduced with The Sims 3 Riverview, which was the only free world pack. World packs add a new world for The Sims 3 with the addition of new objects, clothes and styles. Each world pack also offers a couple of brand new gameplay objects that are geared towards the pack's major theme. They are a part of The Sims 3 Store and can be also purchased with Simpoints. They are sold separately and as a part of Bundles and Starter Packs.
===Free pack===
A free pack is a pack that is offered to players free of charge. These are usually smaller than a stuff pack. Only one free pack has been released so far: The Sims 4: Holiday Celebration Pack. The Holiday Celebration Pack was updated with new objects at the same time Patch 27 was released for The Sims 4. They are not to be confused with The Sims 3's free store objects.
===Compilation pack===
A Compilation pack is a collection of one or more individual expansion and/or stuff packs. Bundles, starter packs, and deluxe editions are generally all forms of compilations.
Compilations sometimes, but do not always, contain the base game and one or more expansion packs. This bundling can appeal to people who do not yet own the base game, but are interested in acquiring it and one or more expansions. Compilations are often released several years after the initial release of the games which make up the bundle. The compilation is usually priced closer to that of a full expansion pack, where each of the component expansions or stuff packs would have had its price reduced over time. However, compilations can be released concurrently with the release of one of the component games; this is often simply the new expansion pack paired up with the base game, and sold for a higher price than the expansion alone. Compilation packs typically install all the collected packs simultaneously, eliminating the need to install each pack individually.
====Compilation packs by generation====
*Compilations of The Sims
*Compilations of The Sims 2
*Compilations of The Sims 3
*Compilations of The Sims 4
===Adventure pack===
An adventure pack is a type of content pack that is unique to The Sims Medieval. Adventure packs are slightly smaller than expansion packs but larger than stuff packs. Currently, the only adventure pack in The Sims series is The Sims Medieval: Pirates & Nobles.
==Content packs by game==
All packs are listed in order of release.
===The Sims===
Seven expansion packs were released for The Sims:
*Livin' Large
*House Party
*Hot Date
*Vacation
*Unleashed
*Superstar
*Makin' Magic
===The Sims 2===
Eight expansion packs were released for The Sims 2:
*University
*Nightlife
*Open for Business
*Pets
*Seasons
*Bon Voyage
*FreeTime
*Apartment Life
Ten stuff packs were released for The Sims 2:
*Holiday Party Pack
*Family Fun Stuff
*Glamour Life Stuff
*Celebration Stuff
*Happy Holiday Stuff (expanded reissue of Holiday Party Pack)
*H&M Fashion Stuff
*Teen Style Stuff
*Kitchen & Bath Interior Design Stuff
*IKEA Home Stuff
*Mansion & Garden Stuff
===The Sims 3===
Eleven expansion packs were released for The Sims 3:
*World Adventures
*Ambitions
*Late Night
*Generations
*Pets
*Showtime
*Supernatural
*Seasons
*University Life
*Island Paradise
*Into the Future
Nine stuff packs were released for The Sims 3:
*High-End Loft Stuff
*Fast Lane Stuff
*Outdoor Living Stuff
*Town Life Stuff
*Master Suite Stuff
*Katy Perry's Sweet Treats
*Diesel Stuff
*70s, 80s, & 90s Stuff
*Movie Stuff
===The Sims 4===
Seventeen expansion packs have been released for The Sims 4:
*Get to Work
*Get Together
*City Living
*Cats & Dogs
*Seasons
*Get Famous
*Island Living
*Discover University
*Eco Lifestyle
*Snowy Escape
*Cottage Living
*High School Years
*Growing Together
*Horse Ranch
*For Rent
*Lovestruck 
*Life & Death
Twelve game packs have been released for The Sims 4:
*Outdoor Retreat
*Spa Day
*Dine Out
*Vampires
*Parenthood
*Jungle Adventure
*StrangerVille
*Realm of Magic
*Star Wars: Journey to Batuu
*Dream Home Decorator
*My Wedding Stories
*Werewolves
Twenty stuff packs have been released for The Sims 4:
*Luxury Party Stuff
*Perfect Patio Stuff
*Cool Kitchen Stuff
*Spooky Stuff
*Movie Hangout Stuff
*Romantic Garden Stuff
*Kids Room Stuff
*Backyard Stuff
*Vintage Glamour Stuff
*Bowling Night Stuff
*Fitness Stuff
*Toddler Stuff
*Laundry Day Stuff
*My First Pet Stuff
*Moschino Stuff
*Tiny Living Stuff 
*Nifty Knitting Stuff
*Paranormal Stuff
*Home Chef Hustle Stuff
*Crystal Creations Stuff
Thirty-three kits have been released for The Sims 4:
*Throwback Fit Kit
*Country Kitchen Kit
*Bust the Dust Kit
*Courtyard Oasis Kit
*Industrial Loft Kit
*Incheon Arrivals Kit
*Fashion Street Kit
*Blooming Rooms Kit
*Modern Menswear Kit
*Carnaval Streetwear Kit
*Décor to the Max Kit
*Moonlight Chic Kit
*Little Campers Kit
*First Fits Kit
*Desert Luxe Kit
*Pastel Pop Kit
*Everyday Clutter Kit
*Simtimates Collection Kit
*Bathroom Clutter Kit
*Greenhouse Haven Kit
*Basement Treasures Kit
*Grunge Revival Kit
*Book Nook Kit
*Poolside Splash Kit
*Modern Luxe Kit
*Goth Galore Kit
*Castle Estate Kit
*Urban Homage Kit
*Party Essentials Kit
*Riviera Retreat Kit
*Cozy Bistro Kit
*Artist Studio Kit
*Storybook Nursery Kit
One free pack has been released for The Sims 4:
*Holiday Celebration Pack
===The Sims Medieval===
One adventure pack was released for The Sims Medieval:
*Pirates & Nobles
==Themes==
Each content pack for The Sims is centered around one or more themes. Popular expansion packs include dating, pets, seasons, vacationing and exotic destinations, business and magic.Popularity determined by review rankings at Gamerankings.com.
==Notes==
==References==
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