San Myshuno city skyline from The Sims 4: City Living with apartments, festivals, and Sims enjoying urban life.

City Living | Pack Guide | The Sims 4

Released on November 1, 2016, The Sims 4: City Living expansion pack introduces the vibrant city of San Myshuno, offering Sims the opportunity to experience urban life with apartments, diverse neighbourhoods, cultural festivals, and new careers. Whether your Sims are singing karaoke, joining protests, or sampling exotic dishes, this pack delivers a lively mix of creativity, culture, and chaos.

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World Overview: San Myshuno

San Myshuno is a bustling metropolis inspired by modern global cities, blending cultural influences with dynamic urban life.

NeighbourhoodDescription
Spice MarketA lively area with food stalls, basketball courts, and the weekly Flea Market.
Arts QuarterHome to art galleries, the Arts Center, and street murals perfect for creative Sims.
Fashion DistrictTrendy karaoke bars and hotspots; hosts the Romance Festival.
UptownLuxurious penthouses, rooftop lounges, and the business hub of the city.

Apartments & Penthouses

TypeFeatures
ApartmentsVarying rent costs, sizes, and built-in Lot Traits (e.g., “Needs TLC,” “Great View”). Deal with noisy neighbours and build community bonds.
PenthousesFully customisable builds at the top of skyscrapers with premium views and amenities.

Festivals & Events

Festivals bring San Myshuno to life, offering cultural experiences, competitions, and romance.

FestivalDescription
Humor and Hijinks Festival Choose Jokesters or Pranksters in a comedy showdown with fireworks.
Spice Festival Sample exotic cuisines, join the Spicy Curry Challenge, and unlock recipes.
Flea Market Buy, sell, and trade collectibles, furniture, and art.
Romance Festival Celebrate love with sakura tea, floral decor, and matchmaking opportunities.
GeekCon Gaming competitions, cosplay fun, and rocket ship building.

Activities & Gameplay Features

  • Apartments & Neighbours – Build relationships, deal with noise complaints, and explore lot traits.
  • Festivals – Regularly occurring events with food, fireworks, and contests.
  • Urban Exploration – Try street food, murals, and basketball.

New Skills

SkillDescription
Singing Perform karaoke, serenade loved ones, and unlock new songs with practice.

Outdoor / Hobby Activities

  • Street Art – Paint murals and graffiti to leave a mark on the city.
  • Basketball – Play solo or with others to improve fitness and have fun.
  • Cuisine Exploration – Sample dishes from food stalls and learn recipes.

New Careers

Expand your Sims’ professional horizons with three careers.

CareerBranchesFocus
Politician Politician / Charity OrganizerRally for causes, protests, fundraising, and leadership.
Social Media Internet Personality / Public RelationsBuild followers, influence trends, or manage celebrity images.
Critic Arts Critic / Food CriticReview performances, exhibitions, and culinary creations.

Create-a-Sim (CAS)

  • Sim wearing cultural City Living outfits with modern hairstyles in CAS.
  • Sim wearing cultural City Living outfits with modern hairstyles in CAS.
  • Sim wearing cultural City Living outfits with modern hairstyles in CAS.
  • Sim wearing cultural City Living outfits with modern hairstyles in CAS.
  • Sim wearing cultural City Living outfits with modern hairstyles in CAS.

Build/Buy Mode

  • City Living Build/Buy objects including karaoke machine, bubble blower, and modern apartment furniture.
  • City Living Build/Buy objects including karaoke machine, bubble blower, and modern apartment furniture.
  • City Living Build/Buy objects including karaoke machine, bubble blower, and modern apartment furniture.
  • City Living Build/Buy objects including karaoke machine, bubble blower, and modern apartment furniture.
  • City Living Build/Buy objects including karaoke machine, bubble blower, and modern apartment furniture.
  • City Living Build/Buy objects including karaoke machine, bubble blower, and modern apartment furniture.
  • City Living Build/Buy objects including karaoke machine, bubble blower, and modern apartment furniture.
  • City Living Build/Buy objects including karaoke machine, bubble blower, and modern apartment furniture.
  • City Living Build/Buy objects including karaoke machine, bubble blower, and modern apartment furniture.
  • City Living Build/Buy objects including karaoke machine, bubble blower, and modern apartment furniture.
  • City Living Build/Buy objects including karaoke machine, bubble blower, and modern apartment furniture.

Hidden & Missable Features

  • Lot Traits: Apartments come with unique challenges like “Needs TLC.”
  • NPC Landlords: Control rent, repairs, and neighbour dynamics.
  • Exclusive Festivals: Only available in San Myshuno.

Lore & Storytelling

  • Premade Sims represent diverse cultural and artistic lifestyles.
  • San Myshuno mirrors real-world cosmopolitan life with its mix of wealth, art, and street culture.
  • Storytelling ideas: struggling artist in the Arts Quarter, ambitious politician in Uptown, or foodie family thriving in the Spice Market.

Cheats

TypeCheat
Skillsstats.set_skill_level Major_Singing 10
Careercareers.promote socialmedia / careers.promote politician / careers.promote critic
Traitstraits.equip_trait trait_SpiceHound
Unlocksbb.ignoregameplayunlocksentitlement / bb.showhiddenobjects

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Cross-Pack Bonuses

City Living combines perfectly with:


Final Thoughts

The Sims 4: City Living is perfect for players who want diverse, vibrant, and unpredictable gameplay. Between festivals, apartment life, and modern careers, San Myshuno offers endless replay value and storytelling depth.

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