Hello Forum and fellow Simmers. I've had the pleasure of using a review copy of Sims 4 Get Together all weekend like several other fansite owners, I'm sure. I have to thank you all for your support, because honestly if people did not notice me EA wouldn't give me this opportunity.
You know I don't really do reviews so what I did all weekend was dig into the Clubs system heavily. Rather than cover everything shallow, I stuck with this one thing and tried to make it as good as possible. The only thing I feel iffy about on it is the randomness of the Leader Tips page. I could improve flow and perhaps add more. But maybe you can help me tomorrow when you get your own paws on the game and get to experience it. I did indeed learn a lot, and did things you'd want me to do in playtesting how the rewards Perks work for your reference.
The Skill boosts are STELLAR. I do not know if they're off by a decimal and meant to be 25%, but it's more like 250% faster skill gains, no kidding. And I'm talking that fast without even being in the ideal mood. I love the Comradery buff, the fact that you can keep the party going by using Rally the Troops and even get career boosts from Networked Club. Rally the Troops makes it so that you are not losing so much time by going out on the town, it replenishes some energy and even somehow dematerializes urine from your bladder. Amazing.
The perks are awesome, the customization deep (basically anything in the game), and it was just natural to leave the house to use these things. Probably my biggest gripe about Sims 4 has been greatly reduced, because this does give you more incentive to go about the town, and Windenburg is beautiful.
I think if you play normally and avoid doing clubs, clubs, clubs, as I did, you will get a lot of satisfaction out of this system over the long term and it's expected to continue to work with future expansions. I believe I saw they plan to add to the lists when new stuff comes out, but please don't quote me on that. Clubs will fit right into your Sim's daily life, and certainly help with getting promoted, making friends, etc. Whether you're using it for your breadwinner, or just playing a child manually more often, you'll enjoy the perks and organization you do to make clubs effective.
It even got me building. That's saying a lot.
Some fun possibilities also exist - you can make a club whose goal is to romance and woohoo, or a club that is full of pranksters, responsible kids who have study clubs, and families can make a bonding ritual where they take advantage of this system to play together, watch television, or just sit at the table and eat and chat like a family.
I guess this is my review
It's a great addition, and I honestly like it better than Get to Work. Aside from retail, the 3 careers were very compartmentalized and you could play without even noticing them. This is more integrated into normal gameplay itself, and the recent patch supports this. Sims 4 just came up in quality significantly with this, but ONLY if you do like the clubs. If you're on the fence, look through my guides. There's a lot to digest and I believe you will get a feel for what's available in this pack and if you want it now or will wait for a sale.
Requested Info: I'm rusty as I took a break out of necessity. I'd love to hear lists of 3 or more things that can be done simultaneously via the multitasking system. You gain perk points for doing club activities, so it's possible to line these actions up with things your group can do in tandem. Someone who wants a club with maxed out perks would love to know more ideas other than listen to the radio while talking/eating or watching tv and talking. I know you can exercise and watch tv... I'd love to read more in the comments on the page and here on the Forum.
Of course, I could've made a mistake on any number of things given how many options there are... corrections and suggestions very, very welcome.
Guides to Clubs in Get TogetherClubs Guide - The Basics
Making a Club and Customizing It
Making a Members-Only Hangout
Club Perks (detailed info on what they do)
Playing Leader: Management Tips & Ideas
List of Clubs that Ship with Get TogetherLink to Buy Get Together on OriginI am using a chunk of Pre-order earnings for a special cause this time around, which will be revealed next weekend. I am grateful to our members and would like to give back somehow. Do not take that as me begging you to get this - don't if you don't want it. If you're going to, go through our link to give us credit. I know plenty of you already did, which is why I'll be giving back.
