BREAKING NEWS: Global Launch Times Confirmed for The Sims 4: Adventure Awaits Expansion Pack

The Sims community is buzzing with excitement as the launch of the latest and highly anticipated expansion pack, The Sims 4: Adventure Awaits, is just around the corner. Electronic Arts (EA) and Maxis have officially confirmed the precise moment Simmers around the world can dive into the new world of Gibbi Point, create custom Getaways, and meet their new Imaginary Friends.

The new expansion pack, focusing on memorable vacations, unique community experiences, and enriched childhood gameplay, is scheduled for a simultaneous worldwide launch, ensuring every player can start their adventure at the same global moment.

Official Release Time: Adventure Awaits

The Sims 4: Adventure Awaits Expansion Pack is set to be released on Thursday, October 2, 2025. The exact, unified global launch time is confirmed to be:

10:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time (PDT)

This is the standard release time for all major The Sims 4 expansion packs. Players can expect the content to unlock simultaneously across all supported platforms: EA App (PC/Mac), Steam, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5.

Worldwide Release Time Conversions

To help Simmers prepare for the exact moment the pack goes live in their region, here is a breakdown of the official 10:00 AM PDT launch time converted into major international time zones. Players should use these to set their alarms for the big day:

• North America:
  • Pacific Daylight Time (PDT): 10:00 AM (October 2)
  • Mountain Daylight Time (MDT): 11:00 AM (October 2)
  • Central Daylight Time (CDT): 12:00 PM (Noon) (October 2)
  • Eastern Daylight Time (EDT): 1:00 PM (October 2)
• Europe & UK:
  • British Summer Time (BST) / Irish Standard Time (IST): 6:00 PM (October 2)
  • Central European Summer Time (CEST): 7:00 PM (October 2)
• Asia-Pacific:
  • Singapore Standard Time (SGT) / Hong Kong Time (HKT): 1:00 AM (October 3)
  • Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT): 3:00 AM (October 3)
  • Japan Standard Time (JST): 2:00 AM (October 3)

Players in the Asia-Pacific region, due to the time difference, will see the expansion unlock in the early hours of Friday, October 3, 2025.

The Critical Pre-Launch Update

It is paramount for all players to ensure their Base Game is fully updated before the expansion pack’s launch. EA released a major Base Game Update on September 18 (PC/Mac) and September 23 (Consoles) specifically to prepare for the content of Adventure Awaits.

This update introduced several new mechanics and fixes, which are essential for the Expansion Pack to function correctly. Mod users are especially advised to check the status of their Custom Content (CC) and mods, as the recent patch may have broken functionality. The pre-release window is the perfect time for the community to update their files to avoid conflicts on launch day.

What to Expect from Adventure Awaits

This new Expansion Pack is one of the most content-rich releases of the year, bringing features long requested by the Sims player base:

• New World: Gibbi Point.

  This picturesque new world is made up of three diverse neighborhoods: Wanderwood Wilds, Crystal Valley, and Jellyfish Junction, designed for exploration and outdoor activities.

• The Getaway System.

  A robust new system that allows players to create highly customizable trips. Sims can now go on a planned Kids’ Camp, a structured Fitness Retreat, or even a Romantic Contest with specific rules and scheduled activities. This drastically improves vacation gameplay depth.

• Custom Venues.

  A revolutionary feature allowing the creation of unique lot types with defined actions, such as a community-run gym or an exclusive retreat center, greatly enhancing the build mode possibilities.

• Imaginary Friends.

  A significant return to a beloved feature from previous Sims titles, allowing children to interact with and potentially even bring their Imaginary Friends to life.

The expansion pack is priced at $39.99 USD (or regional equivalent). Players who purchase the pack before November 13, 2025, will also receive the “Warm & Cozy Digital Content” bonus items, including the Toasty Tower Lamp, Toast-Tee Kettle, and Toasty Tootsie Socks.

The countdown to The Sims 4: Adventure Awaits is on. With a confirmed global release time, players can now finalize their plans to jump into Gibbi Point and start generating a wealth of new memories for their Sims.