SIMMERS, YOUR NEXT ESCAPADE IS SCHEDULED: OFFICIAL RELEASE TIME FOR THE SIMS 4: ADVENTURE AWAITS

The journey to the new world of Gibbi Point is nearly upon us! Electronic Arts (EA) has confirmed the official global release schedule for The Sims 4: Adventure Awaits Expansion Pack, ensuring players across all major platforms can plan their first vacation, design a Custom Venue, and explore the new childhood features.

The expansion, which is the latest major DLC for the popular life simulation game, is set to launch on Thursday, October 2, 2025. Unlike a traditional midnight launch, the release follows the standard EA global rollout time for major content updates and expansions, ensuring simultaneous access for the majority of the worldwide community.

The Critical Release Time: 10:00 AM PDT

The official storefronts, including the EA App and the Epic Games Store, confirm the precise moment the expansion will go live is:

10:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) on October 2, 2025

This single global release time translates to the following local times across major international time zones:

• 1:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)

  (New York, Toronto)

• 6:00 PM British Summer Time (BST)

  (London, Dublin)

• 7:00 PM Central European Summer Time (CEST)

  (Paris, Berlin, Rome)

• 10:30 PM Indian Standard Time (IST)

  (New Delhi, Mumbai)

• 1:00 AM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) on October 3rd

  (Sydney, Melbourne)

• 3:00 AM New Zealand Standard Time (NZST) on October 3rd

  (Auckland)

Simmers are advised to check their local time against the primary 10:00 AM PDT launch window to avoid confusion. This is a crucial detail for fans eager to immediately jump into the new Getaway System and explore the three new neighborhoods of Gibbi Point—Wanderwood Wilds, Crystal Valley, and Jellyfish Junction.

Expansion Pack Highlights: Key Features to Expect

The Adventure Awaits Expansion Pack is poised to deliver a significant injection of gameplay innovation, focusing heavily on family dynamics, travel, and personalization. The core features that players will gain access to immediately at the release time include:

Custom Venues and Getaways:

• The introduction of the all-new Custom Venue lot type, granting unprecedented control over lot functionality, allowing players to create anything from fitness retreats to themed kid’s camps.
• The expansion of the travel system with Custom Getaways, where players can schedule activities, set rules (including ‘Elimination Rules’ for competitive gameplay), and send Sims on multi-day, fully planned vacations. This feature is expected to massively increase player engagement with the world map.

Enriched Childhood Gameplay:

• The addition of Formative Moments and Childhood Sentiments, providing children with life-altering experiences that can shape their adult traits and relationships.
• The return of an expanded version of Imaginary Friends—dolls that come to life—each with one of four distinct personalities: Goofball, Competitive, Creative, and Evil, adding a layer of unpredictable drama and fun.

New Skills and Activities:

• Four new core skills for Sims of all ages: Papercraft, Entomology, Diving, and Archery.
• New interactive objects like Spin Bikes, Free Weights, and Kayaks, encouraging an active lifestyle for both children and adult Sims.

Secure Your Bonus Content: The ‘Warm & Cozy’ Offer

Players looking to maximize their return on investment in this premium DLC should note the early purchase incentive. Anyone who purchases The Sims 4: Adventure Awaits before November 13, 2025, will receive the “Warm & Cozy Digital Content” pack. This bonus includes three exclusive, comforting items:

• The Toasty Tower Lamp
• The Toast-Tea Kettle
• The Toasty Tootsies Socks

This early buyer incentive drives the urgency of the initial release window, a standard practice in the highly competitive video game industry to boost day-one sales figures. With the new features promising a deep dive into an adventurous and customizable world, The Sims 4 community is eagerly counting down to 10:00 AM PDT on October 2nd. Prepare your Sims for an unforgettable journey, as the adventure truly awaits!