The Sims 4 Gets Swimming Pools in Latest Update

The Sims 4 now features swimming pools to build, for both relaxation and giving them another chance at death.

Sims can now swim in the latest update to The Sims 4 that was released on Tuesday.

Recommended Videos

Swimming pools are available to build for all players — and it’s free. After a simple game upgrade through Origin (Version 1.2.16.10), they’ll be available to construct in Build mode.

Pools are extremely customizable. Many options await for those that will take use of the new feature. Players can select a certain shape of pool or can just draw their shape with the Pool Tool. They can be built on any level of an establishment — even rooftop — and the depth is also customizable.

New swimsuits are available for Sims to wear as well. These outfits include a two-piece bikini, trunks, and more. There’s also the ability to add accessories like hats, sandals, and sunscreen.

Sims can either swim in the pool or just chill around it. But beware — there is another new death type associated with pools, “Death by Drowning.” It’s very easy for a Sim to lose their life if they go into the pool either hungry or fatigued.

This update also includes many graphics upgrades and performance fixes for The Sims 4, which was developed by Maxis and published by EA. The update is available now on Origin.


GameSkinny is supported by our audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small affiliate commission. Learn more
related content
Read Article Overwatch 2 Introduces Its First Free Hero in Season 10
Venture holding her drill and Baptise, Zarya, Pharah, and Lifeweaver standing behind her
Read Article Horror Becomes Educational by Teaching Morse Code in SOS: Forgotten Planet
A monster behind a door marked M
Read Article Pocketpair Announced the 10 Most Popular Pals in Palworld
Player looks up to Quivern in Palworld
Read Article Elder Scrolls 6 Gets an Update on the Series’ 30th Anniversary
Eleder Scrolls wizard casting green magic
Read Article This Witchy RPG Is Like Howl’s Moving Castle Brought to Life
A young witch looks to a home built on chicken legs in Reka
Related Content
Read Article Overwatch 2 Introduces Its First Free Hero in Season 10
Venture holding her drill and Baptise, Zarya, Pharah, and Lifeweaver standing behind her
Read Article Horror Becomes Educational by Teaching Morse Code in SOS: Forgotten Planet
A monster behind a door marked M
Read Article Pocketpair Announced the 10 Most Popular Pals in Palworld
Player looks up to Quivern in Palworld
Read Article Elder Scrolls 6 Gets an Update on the Series’ 30th Anniversary
Eleder Scrolls wizard casting green magic
Read Article This Witchy RPG Is Like Howl’s Moving Castle Brought to Life
A young witch looks to a home built on chicken legs in Reka
Author
Brian Spaen
Freelance video game and sports writer. I'm the guy who picks Saints Row over Grand Theft Auto. Mario is my idol.