The Sims 4 Player Gives Goth Family Nostalgic Makeovers

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The Sims 4 Player Gives Goth Family Nostalgic Makeovers

Highlights

  • Sims 4 player redesigns iconic Goth family to look more like their Sims 2 selves.
  • Beloved characters like Bella and Cassandra get updated facial features and skin tones.
  • Fans have mixed reactions to official changes made by EA, but mods allow for customization.

As a long-time fan of The Sims series, I can’t help but be nostalgic when it comes to the iconic Goth family. I remember playing The Sims 2 and adoring how each character looked – Bella’s sharp features, Cassandra’s striking red hair, Mortimer’s distinguished gray locks, and Alexander’s pale complexion. So, you can imagine my disappointment when The Sims 4 launched with a new design for the Goth family that didn’t quite live up to my memories.

A dedicated player of “The Sims 4” has brought about a refreshed look for the Goth family that may spark feelings of nostalgia among former “The Sims 2” gamers. Over time, this family has undergone various transformations in “The Sims 4,” and certain enthusiasts have expressed their preference for its earlier design.

It’s no surprise that the fresh new look and graphics of The Sims 4, introduced in contrast to its older counterparts, caused some characters to appear differently than fans recalled. Launched in 2014, The Sims 4‘s overhaul sparked controversy surrounding the Goth family’s new appearance, leading EA and Maxis to make an unexpected adjustment in 2022. Though some enhancements were appreciated, not every fan was a fan of these changes. This dissatisfaction potentially contributed to fans recreating the family to resemble their preferred Sims 2 appearances.

Reddit user GabeTomatoes, who is both an active member of the community and a devoted fan of The Sims, shared pictures of their gothic family makeover. They mentioned that they aimed to make these new characters resemble their earlier versions in The Sims 2. The upload includes images of the current The Sims 4 avatars and GabeTomatoes’ revamped designs, accompanied by miniature previews from The Sims 2 for comparison. Noticeable alterations mainly include adjustments to facial structures, features, skin tones, and hairstyles.

Bella Goth and Cassandra possess more rounded, oval faces with darker complexions. Their new hairstyles and clothing better reflect their appearances from “Sims 2.” Meanwhile, Mortimer Goth sports a mixture of younger and older features: gray hair and fewer wrinkles on his face. Alexander Goth now appears paler, with altered hairstyle, glasses, and attire that align more closely to how he looked in “The Sims 2.”

The Sims 4’s Changes to The Goth Family

Fans have shown enthusiasm towards GabeTomatoes’s overhauls, with one fan expressing admiration for the job done. However, a significant number of players have voiced their displeasure with how The Sims 4 altered the appearance of the Goths. Although some fans weren’t fond of their original look when The Sims 4 was released, mainly due to their lighter skin tones, others believe that Electronic Arts (EA) went too far in changing their designs. While some argued for a truer representation of their Sims 2 appearances (apart from Alexander, who had a paler complexion initially), many felt that the official overhauls strayed too far from the original design.

It’s fortunate that The Sims 4 offers a rich modding community, allowing players to customize the game according to their preferences. Players have the freedom to shape their gaming experience, even downloading modifications to alter the appearance of families.

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2024-07-17 01:53