Unique Gifts for Gamers - Especially Simmers

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Ah, Sims! The extraordinary life that's like life, but not life. If you're a regular simmer, you probably get what that means. Sims is still one of the best simulation games in the market. That's decades of virtual goodness from Sims to Sims 4, of building beautiful houses, growing families, and creating and experimenting with Sims custom content (Sims CC).

One of the best experiences in Sims is to recreate a holiday event or party. Even if you're not a party-goer in real life, I'm sure every simmer has had a sim or two that went above and beyond partying. And what are parties without gifts? A birthday cake, a book, or even a home-cooked meal is essential to growing that sim-to-sim relationship.

What about simmers in real life? Even if simmers enjoy spending hours and hours in Simland, they also enjoy the occasional gifts. What are some gifts that your simmer friend might enjoy? We're here to solve that riddle for you.

1. Expansion packs: a new little obsession

Buying a gift for someone who already has a whole virtual household to look after? A new expansion pack can give that household something fresh to do. More weather! More pets! More reasons to say “just one more Sim day”!

The Sims 4 base game is free to play, while expansion packs are separate purchases. Choose one that matches how your simmer actually plays:

• Seasons: For the simmer who wants holidays, changing weather, and a reason to dress the whole family for the occasion. See Seasons on Amazon (PC EA App download code)
• Cats & Dogs: For the player whose dream household always has room for one more furry roommate. This adds customizable cats and dogs and the option to run a veterinary clinic. See Cats & Dogs on Amazon (PC EA App download code)
• Get Together: For social butterflies, club organizers, and anyone who enjoys giving their Sims a fuller calendar than their own. See Get Together on Amazon (PC EA App download code)

The three links above are US-only PC download-code listings for the EA App; their titles may still mention Origin. They are not console codes. Before you buy, do a little detective work: which packs do they own, and where do they play? Check the platform, region, and redemption instructions on the listing. An incompatible code is a plot twist nobody asked for.

2. Custom Content

One key to success for the Sims series is the versatility of the mods and custom content that can be created and shared between simmers. Even here at PlayWhatever, we have a variety of Sims custom content (or Sims CC) free for download. What's also great about custom content is that it allows the simmer to recreate themselves or their friends in the Sims game. Do you have a favorite shirt you like to wear every Friday? Well, your sim can also wear that same shirt in the game every Friday.

That simple connection to real life in the game can generate more excitement and role-play scenarios. If you have the patience to learn how to create custom content on the Sims 4, you can create a digital version of that favorite blanket or hoodie in the game. Or, if you're not as technically savvy, you can download or purchase replicas created by others of real-life items in the game, like the items in our ON&OFF collection, and gift a tangible item to use in real life and link to download the online version for their Sims game for free.

3. Gaming peripherals: give their real desk some love

It is very easy to spend an evening choosing the perfect chair for a Sim while sitting at a desk that could use a little attention itself. A useful accessory can be a lovely gift, especially when it suits the way your simmer plays.

A wireless mouse for the enthusiastic builder. The Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED is one option to consider if they want to lose the mouse cable. It uses an AA battery and a USB receiver, so check their computer's ports and whether the shape suits their hand. No mouse can decide which wallpaper belongs in the nursery, unfortunately. See the Logitech G305 on Amazon

Pair it with one of our mouse pads to add a little personality, or explore the ON&OFF collection for a gift that connects their real and virtual worlds. Their Sim should not get all the fun!

A home for their headset. If their headphones keep migrating between the keyboard and the floor, a simple headphone stand is a practical little upgrade. Pick one with a stable base and enough height for their headset. The desk does not need its own nightclub lighting unless that is their thing! See the Lamicall desktop headphone stand on Amazon

For chairs and other bigger purchases, let the recipient help choose. Comfort is personal, and “surprise, I replaced your chair” is a much bigger gamble than a mouse pad.

And for their favorite drink, one of our mugs can keep them company through the next build.

I hope the above unique gift suggestions for gamers helped you find the right gift for your simmer friend. Ultimately, the best gift will depend on the simmer's playstyle, tastes, and preferences, so consider what they enjoy most about The Sims and tailor your gift accordingly. If you have a suggestion or question about the best gift for simmers, comment below and share your thoughts!

A little gift from us to your Sims

Before you go, I couldn't leave your Sims out of the gift-giving fun! We make our own free Sims 4 custom content here at PlayWhatever, so you can treat your simmer friend (or yourself, no judgment!) to a little something for their virtual world, too.

Start with our free Demon Slayer pattern hoodies, or browse the collection for your next outfit or decorating find. Share the download links with your favorite simmer and let them pick their favorites. Because, honestly, when has a Sim ever said, “No thanks, my closet is full”?