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The Sims 4: Life & Death, the seventeenth expansion pack in The Sims 4 series, brings a deep exploration of life’s most poignant moments, from heartfelt farewells to meaningful achievements. This pack introduces a unique array of Build/Buy items, including new memorial objects, ceremonial decor, and classic furnishings inspired by gothic and historical styles. With the recent base game update, which now includes memorial services andenhanced ghost interactions, players can seamlessly create spaces to honor Sims’ lives, whether it’s crafting peaceful memorial gardens, traditional funeral parlors, or even supernatural sanctuaries that capture the mysteries of life and the afterlife.
For players passionate about building and decorating,The Sims 4: Life & Deathexpansion offers a thoughtful selection of items for all aspects of life’s journey. From everyday home essentials to ceremonial decor fit for funeral settings, the pack includes both functional and decorative pieces designed to suit everything from cozy domestic spaces to somber memorial venues. With a variety of light or dark swatches, players can create anything from classic, timeless interiors to solemn, reflective spaces, giving their builds a personalized touch that honors the theme of life and remembrance. Here’s everything players can expect in theLife & DeathBuild/Buy catalog.
All Build / Buy Items
The Sims 4: Life & Deathbrings around 190 unique Build/Buy items, merging charm and versatility to suit the entire journey of life. With inspiration from classic and gothic aesthetics, the items are perfect for settings both light and somber. This expansion complementsthe new world of Ravenwood, a hauntingly beautiful place ideal for both the living and the departed, featuring ghostly haunts, a scenic graveyard, and even celebratory events for Sims to embrace the festive side of life and death. From home essentials to funeral or graveyard decor, the items offer a range of styles and swatches, letting players design cozy living spaces, meaningful memorials, or even vibrant community spots if they want to, all capturing the essence of Ravenwood’s atmosphere.
TheSims 4: Life & Deathexpansion enriches gameplay with a vast collection of items, thoughtfully designed for everyday use yet equipped with unique pieces perfect for memorials and the departed. With plenty of comfort, kitchen, and plumbing options, the new Build/Buy items cater to all aspects of life’s journey, from infancy to elderhood. A highlight of the set is undeniably the vast array of funeral and remembrance items, ideal for crafting beautiful tributes and meaningful memorial spaces. Alongside these, there’s a large selection of clutter items—like memorial keepsakes, framed photos, and floral arrangements—perfect for adding personal touches.
The expansion’s Modern Grimpressions and Tell-Tale Art series bring versatile, stylistic touches that fit seamlessly with various aesthetics, while infant-themed items complement theStorybook Nursery Kit, making it easy to create matching rooms for young Sims. Whether players aim for a minimalist modern look or a classic, heartfelt setup,Life & Deathequips them to craft everything from homely kitchens to serene spaces dedicated to honoring life’s most significant moments.
Limited-Time Items
For players who purchaseThe Sims 4: Life & Deathby July 11, 2025, two of the three exclusive limited-time items enhance Build Mode with unique legacy-themed options. The “Lasting Legacy Family Portrait” offers a customizable photo frame that automatically includes household Sims; players can adjust poses, swap outfits, or lock the image, making it a perfect tribute for legacy families. This allows players to “freeze” past generations in time, perfect for crafting a family photo wall filled with ancestral memories. The second item, the “Mournful Melodies Music Box,” plays a selection of somber tunes to honor those who’ve passed. Both pieces can be cherished as heirlooms, adding a meaningful touch to any household’s history and memory-keeping inLife & Death.
Styled Rooms
TheLife & Deathexpansion introduces six styled rooms, each designed with a unique purpose, catering to a range of life stages and interests. TheMoonlit Cradleis a cozy, dreamy nursery for infants, while theHallowed Hideawayoffers a serene single-bedroom setting ideal for teens or introverted Sims who enjoy solitary activities. For households with toddlers, theCrow’s Nest Nurseryaccommodates two little ones in a charming, playful space. TheLegacy Loungeprovides a warm living room setup perfect for family gatherings, and theVisionary’s Studyis tailored for Sims looking to hone skills especially that can be studied indoors, for example writing or theology through a bookshelf or computer. Lastly, theMemorial Groundis a reverent outdoor space where loved ones can gather for funerals, adding a heartfelt new setting for honoring departed Sims.
