The Sims 4: StrangerVille
A unique paranormal story set in the mysterious town of StrangerVille. Experience bizarre happenings and encounter peculiar Sims as you investigate and unravel the mysteries of this odd little desert town.
I did world, narrative, quest, and gameplay design, implementation, and tuning.
For StrangerVille, we wanted to introduce a narrative that sets the tone of the pack, gives players reasons to explore the various locations in the world, and prompts their own unique stories. It was a fun challenge to create a story that meshes well with the open-ended nature of The Sims.
Review quotes:
- "Hopefully, this bizarre expansion is the direction The Sims 4 continues to go, combining narrative storylines with the game’s open-ended gameplay." -PCGamesN.com
- "It feels like a natural addition, rather than something forced."
"It makes you feel more connected to the town and encourages you to explore and poke around the new areas in ways you wouldn't normally, and has you make connections with townsfolk you might have otherwise ignored." -TheGamer.com - "The story is quirky and weird with the perfect amount of humour and hints to stop it getting boring. StrangerVille really surprised me with how much it brings to the game…" -a90skid.com
- "Rather than the usual game packs that come with a few odd items here and there and a fun little features like a spa or a jungle – this pack is story-driven, and fantastic because of it."
"For the first time in a long time, I felt invested in the story of The Sims. In fact, one of my major complaints with the The Sims 4 is its lack of story. Often, it felt empty and lacked purpose – but the mystery at the heart of this pack drew me in almost immediately." -theaureview.com
Video overview of the StrangerVille Investigation:
StrangerVille Reveal Trailer: