The Sims 4: Royalty & Legacy

 PC
Metascore
72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. KeenGamer
    Feb 23, 2026
    90
    The Sims 4 Royalty & Legacy has not only succeeded in being an excellent Expansion Pack, but it also proved me wrong in thinking that it was going to be needlessly complicated and a grind to play. For me, it was the opposite: a joy to play. I had a lot of fun throwing myself into the new features and activities on offer, such as setting up my own Dynasty, getting established in the Noble Career, and engaging in Swordsmanship and Grand Balls. Plus, I was thoroughly impressed with the new world Ondarion. It's simply beautiful. There's not very much to fault with this pack. I honestly don't know if Royalty & Legacy is going to be the last Expansion for The Sims 4, as this could be a false rumor or a simple misunderstanding. I sincerely hope that it isn't the last, but if this is the case, the long run of The Sims 4 Expansion Packs will end on a high note with Royalty & Legacy.
  2. Screen Rant
    Feb 5, 2026
    90
    Ultimately, my favorite thing about this new expansion to The Sims 4 is the creativity it will inspire in the gaming community, and I can't wait to see what people make of it.
  3. Impulsegamer
    Feb 19, 2026
    80
    Royalty & Legacy went from an underwhelming reveal to a Royal surprise. It's a more than fine pack for any Medieval Fantasy, swordfighting lover like myself. It's world is gorgeous and full of lore, and clear love and passion went in to it. It is not a must, but a welcome addition, and what it provides it does well.
  5. Gameliner
    Feb 11, 2026
    80
    The Sims 4: Royal Legacy is one of the game’s most ambitious expansions in years. While the Royal career is still too easy to access and misses a chance to add real challenge, the dynasties, intrigue, and lore updates make up for it. The dynasty system in particular brings back much-needed depth and storytelling to family gameplay. The new world, Ondarion, is a highlight with its scale and detail, though missed opportunities remain, especially in Create-a-Sim, where everyday clothing and options for younger Sims feel limited.
  6. SIFTER
    Feb 20, 2026
    65
    I wanted to like this a lot more than I did.
  7. KonsoliFIN
    Feb 26, 2026
    60
    I think The Sims 4 Dynasties is a mid-range expansion. I like the clothes and crowns it offers, and the scandals are a nice addition to the game. Building and nurturing a dynasty isn't my style of play, but for many, they'll definitely add a lot more fun to the game.
  8. ScreenHub
    Feb 5, 2026
    60
    While some of my appreciation is clouded by my disappointment in what Royalty & Legacy could have been, rather than what it is, I can still see the care that’s gone into this pack’s overall design, and it does add plenty of neat, smaller features that make Sims life more meaningful.
  9. Cultura Geek
    Mar 20, 2026
    50
    The Sims 4: Dynasties and Lineages offers a world rich in storytelling and an innovative noble career path, but loses momentum due to reused content, bugs in the scandal system, and a Build/Buy mode that does not justify its status as a full expansion.
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  1. Polygon
    Feb 5, 2026
    Preferences really are the deciding factor on whether a player will get use out of The Sims 4 Royalty & Legacy or not. If you’re on board with ridiculous storytelling and scandals, hedonistic opulence, and a world that’s a little bit magic, you’ll likely have fun with Royalty and Legacy, despite its shortcomings. It’s not the most well-rounded pack, and perhaps not worth the king’s ransom of $39.99, but it inspired one of my favorite in-game stories I’ve played out in a long time, which definitely counts for something.