The Sims 4 Perfect Patio Stuff Pack Review

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Here to bring you another review, which is pretty much simple and straight to the point hopefully of the Perfect Patio Stuff Pack that was released in June! Hope you guys enjoy!

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Pack Summary

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Game Description

Lure your Sims outside with hot tubs, new furnishings, décor, hairstyles, and more in The Sims™ 4 Perfect Patio Stuff. Fire up the grill and change into something more casual so you can lounge in style. Serve up tasty refreshments with the new patio bar and unwind to the soothing bubbles of the hot tub - it’s hot, but not too hot.
Relax in a hot tub. Add a hot tub to your Sims' patio! Let the bubbles melt your stress away, or splash around with friends. Handy Sims can upgrade each hot tub to include a stereo and even aromatherapy!
Chill outside, pool-side. Create an open-air lounge by the pool with a variety of stylish furnishings and décor. Heat things up on the new barbecue grill and serve up some refreshments at the new patio bar.
Dress down, kick back. Show the other Sims you know how to really relax outside with lots of casual, comfortable clothing options including swimsuits and slim-fit polos. Top it all off with new hairstyles and there’s no doubt who rules the laid-back look.

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The Sims 4 Perfect Patio Stuff Pack is a brand new stuff pack that focuses on expanding a simmer's creativity by bringing more life into the patio area of the home.  

I personally enjoy the content and theme of this pack as honestly my decks have been boring, and building with limited items is not fun to play.  Adding another stuff pack that can easily flesh out a sim's home with a vibrant new patio was a good idea of a stuff pack.  When looking at most of the objects and images of this pack, most of it screams "Ultra Lounge"-Inspired from The Sims 3 Store and I think that's the best way to describe this stuff pack.

Pricing 

This stuff pack costs $10 on Origin and Retailers and contains 12 CAS items, 30 Build/Buy items, a new Radio Station, a styled room, and 2 Premium Content Hot Tubs.  While this stuff pack does not specifically bring any extra gameplay outside of the hot tubs, it has quite a bit to offer and I think players may enjoy this stuff pack, specifically builders.

While it may be $10, if you look at the fact that pretty much $5 of the price was allocated to the hot tub gameplay object, a player would honestly be paying the remaining $5 for the 43 extra content, which is not a bad deal at all. I look at the perspective of Stuff Packs as pretty much Sims 4 Store content (comparing it to The Sims 3 Store content and pricing) and let me tell you, this is a better way to market new content, especially at a reasonable price. 

Premium Gameplay Object: Hot Tubs

The Perfect Patio Stuff Pack introduces a brand new gameplay object that is a staple in The Sims Franchise, the hot tubs.  There are two styles of hot tubs to choose from and they are above-ground, which many simmers in The Sims 3 wanted above-ground hot tubs. Compared to The Sims 3 hot tubs, these hot tubs do more than just bubbles and lights, there is additional gameplay that can be unlocked if the requirements are met.  Even though there is limited customization in terms of color and design, there is definite customization in terms of gameplay. 

Unlike The Sims 3 hot tubs, upgrading the hot tubs in The Sims 4 gives players more customization when utilizing the Handiness Skill. Sims can add the following upgrades:

• Aromatherapy (Level 3) - Sims can add a moodlet-inducing aromatherapy filter that can be customized with different oil options that include Jasmine, Lemon, Peppermint, Sage, and Thioacetone. Thioacetone can only be used if a sim has the Mean/Evil Traits, Level 10 in their Mischief Skill, and reach Level 10 in the Secret Agent/Criminal Careers. 
• Stereo (Level 5) - Sims can install a stereo system to give the hot tubs a more "vibrant" feel. Customize your hot tub to bring serenity and relaxation, or wild and crazy for those woohoos.
• Unbreakable (Level 8) - This one is pretty much self-explanatory as it makes the hot tubs pretty much not break.

What's also special about this hot tub is that it wasn't restricted to a small number of sims, but rather up to 8 sims of ANY age group and also utilizes many social interactions that is an integral part of the game system. I haven't tested it yet, but I'm pretty sure you can drink and sit in the hot tub at the same time (Picture to come soon).

Honestly, while it would be nice to have hot tubs added to the base game, it doesn't surprise me that content nowadays is sold separately rather than given separately. But hey, we get tons of stuff for free anyways in patches, so this is perfectly fine in my book. 

New Radio Station: Backyard

This stuff pack introduces a brand new radio station option to add to your music! Included are the following 5 new songs in Simlish!

• 'Like No One's Watching' - By Henningsons
• 'Longneck Weekend' - By CJ
• 'All Nighter' - By Lindsay Ell
• 'Makes Me Feel Good' - By Natalile Stovall
• 'Feel Good Girl' - By Brent Rupard

Build/Buy

Included with this stuff pack are 30 other Build/Buy Mode objects that can further flesh out a Sims' pool area, patio, and much more.  I do wish some items such as screen doors/windows were included, but I'm hopeful that will come in future packs. The design is pretty much towards a modern approach, and many objects feel like they were "Ultra Lounge"-Inspired. If one looks at the Ultra Lounge Outdoor Store Set, you can understand where I'm coming from.  There are a ton more build/buy objects that I feel were acceptable to have compared to Luxury Party Stuff and I'm quite happy with what is given in this stuff pack.

Wickish Pizzazz: $320

Every backyard and porch deserves top notch snazz and pizzazz... Wickish Pizzazz that is! When earthen tones and boring patterns bring you down, toss in the double ZZ with a wicker shine to get back on track.

Comfort: 5

The Slatted Perch- Dinner Edition: $95

When an overheating behind gets in the way of a good meal, nobody wins.  Well, now we've removed that issue from the rest of your life! Purchase the Slatted Perch - Dinner Edition, for all your seated food consumption tuccus heating needs.

Comfort: 1 

The Slatter Perch: $70

Many customers have complained that their posterior vents too much heat for most chairs.  Therefore, to meet expectations, we've added vent slats to every stool.  Burn off excess heat from those hot buns when sitting with The Slatted Perch!

Super Grande Wickish Pizzzazzz: $490

First, there was a wonderful Wicker chair.  Totally reasonable.  Then, our designers said no! There must be a loveseat. Woah! Put a Grande on that and add another Z.  But then, someone clearly hallucinating shouted "there must be a sofa!" Therefore, the Super Grande.

Comfort: 2 

Wickish Ottoman Emperor: $305

Back in the days of yore, back when empires were toppled based on the predominance of wicker in one's patio, the first (and last) Wickish Ottoman Emperor proudly displayed this stylish, beautifully patterned piece of furniture with the same name in the patio.

Comfort: 1

Counters By The Aughts: $330

Welcome to the aughts.  When choosing outdoor countertops, your priority should always be looks first, and durability second.  Thankfully, a decade of design backs these granite counters, so buy with confidence!

Islands By The Aughts: $330

Welcome to the aughts.  Take a (small) step back in time to deck out your backyard with these elegant island counter pieces.  Some may try and convince you that quartz is the wave of the future, but these granite tops will always be de rigueur.

Eat the Plank! Table: $560

Yarr! When pirates be missing thar ships an' they want a right good meal (and perhaps a cup o grog!), they rip apart that ship and eat on thar patio on the Eat the Plank! Table.  Or, if you don't buy this marketing nonsense, it's a perfectly fine patio table.

Patio Chic Table: $85

 It's easy to ignore the refined patio setting in favor of gaudi tables or garrish potted plants.  Pah! Here at MetaLife, we think everything can and should be top tier.  Let's table this discussion.  Purchase the Patio Chic Table today.

Slabstone Cowboy Bar: $940

What, were you expecting a rhinestone covered bar? No, this is where the suburban cowboy makes his stand.  Rugged granite feels like home on the range, while elegant drink mixes tie you to the vibe of the city.  With the Slabstone Cowboy Bar you're right in the middle, right here in suburbia.

Drink Quality: 4

+Mixology Skill

The Vaaas: $125

A vase, No! Please, go kindly discipline yourself for thinking such foul thoughts.  Good, that's better.  Now, we can continue.  This, my uncultured reader, is a Vaaas! The perfectly crafted vessel with which to house the life of your precious oxygenating organism.  Vaaas, because a vase is never ok.

Bob Tree: $155

Bob is a green, chlorophyll, oxygen making tree.  We don't know what kind of tree.  Management handed us this tree, said to sell it, and describe it to folks like you.  We're not sure on the specifics.  What do we look like, a botanicalist? 

Sgt. Peepers All Purpose Privacy Hedge: $260

You know Sgt. Peepers as the maker of quality surveillance equipment, all weather rain apparel, and now, all purpose privacy hedges.  This All Purpose Privacy Hedge has been hand crafted to require little to no care, place easily, and is sure to keep your private moments private.

Floor Stars: $30

When Kopernicus observed the stars, he was wowed by their luminescent presence, but utterly frustrated by their placement in the far heavens.  Though he was never able to discover a solution, we at MetaLife have done so - - Floor Stars! Now, you can bring the heavens beneath your feet.

Environment: 1

Space Turkey: $2295

Have you ever wondered about space, distance, the emptiness of it all? Have you ever talked with a child about it? Have you ever been to prison with a turkety? It's all just so syclical.  Turkeys, space, emptiness, our children, and we're all just lost in the center of it.

Environment: 1 

Rack 'o Tongs: $65

Can you see those tong, ta tong tong tongs? Whether you're grilling, thinking about grilling, or telling others you might be grilling, you can point out your luxurious stainless steel Rack 'o Tongs!

Environment: 1

Das Mesh: $180

Life is a constantly evolving string of adjoining intersections.  Sometimes you're coming, others you're going, and always, the world around you is moving.  We at MetaLife hope you take a moment to consider the depth of that statement, and think about buying Das Mesh.

Environment: 1

Logz Roll: $260

Hillbillies and country folk may think they've cornered the market on stacks of logs about the home, but they ain't seen nothin'! Excuse us. Eh hem. The log Roll starts from the humblest of beginnings (the woods, yech), but culiminates in a chic piece of haute coture that's sure to bring the best of the woods to your decor.

Environment: 1

Sauce the Pig's Spread: $235

Whether it's hickory honey, or Carolina mustard, or vinegar smoked, or honey with a hint of southern spice, or tongue scorching rib marinade, or just a dabble of tangy steak sauce, or even a smidge of ketchup with a kick.  Sauce the Pig's Spread has the sauce that'll make your tongue jump out of your face and slap your momma!

Environment: 1

Candle's Crib: $85

It's a little metal house for a candle! Isn't that adorable? Or maybe it's a cage, which is slightly less adorable.  How you interpret this sleek table light is up to you.

Immacu-light Pawn: $160

A normal chess board has eight pawns on each side. Does this mean you should have eight of these at your next swanky party? You tell me.

Immacu-light Knight: $170

This luminous light piece is looking for a king and queen to protect! Spruce up your party pad with this sheik floor light.

The Zero: $340

This stylish floor light also doubles as a divider in case you want to break up that open space in your luxurious pad.  Coincidentally, it's also shaped like the number 0.

GrillZone by GrillMania: $1560

Designed by veteran grill masters, the GrillZone doesn't just grill... it perfects. Enjoy immaculately charred veggies and meats on this state of the art cooking masterpiece.

Food Quality: 9

+Cooking Skill

Grande Wickish Pizzzazzz: $335 

Woah! This backyard ain't settling for 2 Zs. It ain't settling for 4 Z's. No, this Wickish party needs nay.  Demands 3 Zs.  The Grand Wickish Pizzzazzz - for when you need more wicker than you can stomach.

Comfort: 1

Passive Aggressive Umbrella Table: $400

Sometimes you want to go out back (or front, if that's where your patio is) and eat under an Umbrella.  Perhaps one with stripes? Bold stylish colors? Eh? Yeah, that's what we have for you.  Take this umbrella or don't.  Actually, please take it! We're sorry.

Sgt. Peepers All Purpose Privacy Hedge Junior: $180

Sometimes the large size just doesn't fit your needs, and that's ok.  Sgt. Peepers isn't judging you.  And they have created precisely what you need to meet your special needs with the All Purpose Privacy Hedge, junior edition.

Nosy Neighbor Gate: $50

Does separation truly make the heart grow fonder? Having regrets about install the Nosy Neighbor Slatted Fence is perfectly normal.  Resist temptation to start anew: add the Nosy Neighbor Gate to allow passage through.

Nosy Neighbor Slatted Fence: $25

Originally entitled the Noisy Neighbor Slatted Fance, this refurbished version is just as effective at stating the products intended purpose... keeping all bad neighbors out; no ifs, ands, or buts.  If there's a neighbor you wish to bid adieu, put the Nosy Neighbor Fence to work for you.

Vibe Gate Fountain: $225

At MetaLife, we recognize that many attribute water with a well balanced, healthy life.  Also, circles? Life is cyclical, and when paired with water, we have a fountain that pulses with H2O and all the vibes your water bill can handle.

Environment: 1

Styled Room: Backyard Confine - $11799

CAS

There's actually a lot less CAS content in this pack than the Luxury Party Stuff, but this pack focuses mostly towards decorating your patio, while the other pack focuses on dressing your sims for a luxury party. Included are the following:

• Female Teens/Adults/Elders
• 1 Hairstyle
• 1 Top
• 4 Outfits
• Male Teens/Adults/Elders
• 1 Hairstyle
• 2 Tops
• 1 Bottom
• 1 Outfit
• 1 Male Children Hairstyle

I am disappointed though that there is again another pack that lacks CAS content for children. I'm being still hopeful a future stuff pack will accommodate that, but I'm not holding my breath. Other than that, the content with this pack is pretty simple, and definitely fits the theme to dress for your patio parties and outings. 

Female Teen/Adults/Elder

Male Teens/Adults/Elders

Male Child

Overall Review

9/10 - Better than the Luxury Party Stuff Pack and it has some decent amount of content that I can utilize outside of CAS. Honestly, it does flesh out the pools and patio area, themed for the Summer Season, and I see myself using almost all of the items that were introduced with this game pack.  Definitely worth it for simmers who love the classic hot tub, and not to mention building.