The Sims 4: Snowy Escape

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User Score
4.9

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 17 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 17
  3. Negative: 9 out of 17

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  1. AlphonseX
    Nov 29, 2020
    3
    The Japanese-themed world is beautiful, but also small and empty. The gameplay is just another reuse of previous packs such as outdoor retreat, spy day, fitness stuff, city living. Very little new gameplay is added, so it gets boring just in several hours.
  2. Drewmeadyy
    Feb 17, 2021
    4
    The world itself is beautiful and the builds are quite good. However , I feel the gameplay itself is lacklustre and not enough for an expansion pack. The world is a one time wonder, you may use it once or twice and then soon afterwards its forgettable. The gameplay needs more depth to it and should have more features to it as they become boring fairly quickly. Furthermore it also uses snowThe world itself is beautiful and the builds are quite good. However , I feel the gameplay itself is lacklustre and not enough for an expansion pack. The world is a one time wonder, you may use it once or twice and then soon afterwards its forgettable. The gameplay needs more depth to it and should have more features to it as they become boring fairly quickly. Furthermore it also uses snow from seasons so basically recycling content. This would be more worthwhile if it was a Game pack.… Expand
  3. AllNewSuperfake
    Dec 5, 2020
    1
    Say what you want: They find new ways to disappoint you no matter how much you lower your expectations.
  4. MartinEzy225
    Mar 15, 2021
    6
    Got this game with some DLCs. To be honest, this game is hella boring. The only reason why I play this game is to design houses and restaurants. Also, I watch Graystillplays and thought it would be entertaining to play but I was wrong.
  5. semirazuman
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    Not only one of the best additions of the past year, but also one of the best of all time. Indeed, a good CAS, a building mode, interesting functions for the game, of course, the developers could add more content, but overall it is interesting.
  6. comrade_cat
    Dec 8, 2020
    2
    Yet another 40 bucks shallow expansion pack which adds few "new" features which: (1) are mostly concentrated in one specific area and does not affect anything else really; (2) are underdeveloped and bland; (3) will get repetetive and boring very quickly; (4) consist mostly of repetion of the things we already had - outdoor activities, festivals, collectibles - this kind of jazz. EverythingYet another 40 bucks shallow expansion pack which adds few "new" features which: (1) are mostly concentrated in one specific area and does not affect anything else really; (2) are underdeveloped and bland; (3) will get repetetive and boring very quickly; (4) consist mostly of repetion of the things we already had - outdoor activities, festivals, collectibles - this kind of jazz. Everything just burns out far too quickly and unless you are specifically trying to create some sort of story for your sim, you won't visit mt. Komorebi twice. This expansion pack is just not worth spending 40 bucks - that's an insane price for something that short and shallow. Ten, maybe fifteen bucks would be fine, I guess. But not forty.… Expand
  7. AverageStable
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    Not a bad addition. With it, you can build magnificent homes while enjoying the views of the city. Adds variety and realism to the game. Recently: the best addition

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#73 Best PC Game of 2020

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 15
  3. Negative: 1 out of 15
  1. CD-Action
    Jun 9, 2021
    90
    Apart from some lesser features, Snowy Escape introduces the Far East theme (finally!), offers a couple of often-requested new activities (e.g. snowboarding), and lets you choose lifestyles for your Sims. It might well be my favorite expansion for the game. [01/2021, p.77]
  2. GameSpace
    Dec 14, 2020
    80
    The region of Mt. Komorebi itself is a gorgeous addition to the world of The Sims 4, a miniature Japanese Winter Wonderland getaway for everyone stuck at home. Snowy Escape provides players with a way to forget about everyday worries and enjoy being social and carefree. And, with the addition of Sentiments and Lifestyles, it has never been more interesting and important to be social than it is in Mt. Komorebi.
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  3. GameMAG
    Dec 13, 2020
    70
    Snowy Escape is definitely in line with the better half of The Sims 4 expansions, but the lack of original ideas, and the amount of content you get for its price is kind of hard to swallow.
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