The Sims 4 update 2.31 is available to download on PS4, PC, and Xbox One. According to the official Sims 4 2.31 patch notes, the latest update improves social behavior logic, restores Prom functionality, prevents animal data loss in new saves, and introduces new controls for phone and computer usage. Apart from this, Sims 4 patch 2.31 also expands Marketplace and Gallery filtering while fixing purchase errors, UI scaling issues, and several long-standing gameplay bugs affecting animals, relationships, and event systems.
Sims 4 2.31 Patch Notes – April 16, 2026
Update Highlights
- Sims now choose to talk more often with familiar characters instead of strangers.
- Prom events and goals have been restored for both new and existing saves.
- Pet and livestock data loss in premade households has been resolved for new games.
- New preferences allow control over how often Sims use phones and computers.
- Marketplace and Gallery filters have been expanded for easier content browsing.
New Features and Improvements
- New Gallery filter allows players to include or exclude Maker Packs when searching.
- Gallery item details now clearly show which Maker Pack assets were used.
- Create a Sim and Build Mode highlight newly installed items with a golden star.
- Pack status now displays correctly in Load Game instead of showing incorrect ownership.
- Console players receive Marketplace access and improved Gallery discovery tools.
- Shared console storage supports up to 16GB on PlayStation and up to 50GB on Xbox systems. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Gameplay Changes
- Sims are more likely to interact with known acquaintances instead of random strangers.
- Excessive autonomous flirting behavior has been reduced.
- New Likes and Dislikes preferences added for phones and computers.
- Cooldown timers added to repeated actions such as dancing, swimming, exercising, and playing instruments.
- Only specific personality traits will trigger destructive behaviors like breaking dollhouses.
- Autonomous use of objects such as radios, popcorn machines, and clay has been balanced.
Major Bug Fixes
- Prom events now appear correctly on calendars and can be completed again.
- Animal assignment issues after moving households have been fixed.
- Loss of pet and horse data in premade households prevented in new saves.
- Eye blinking animations now fully close during most interactions.
- Animals will no longer duplicate after inventory transfers and household moves.
- Marketplace purchases now update wallet balances correctly.
- False download failure messages and repeated connection errors have been resolved.
User Interface and System Fixes
- Main menu and Marketplace scaling improved for better readability.
- Marketplace images now load properly when opened from the Gallery.
- Filters on the Browse page reset correctly after use.
- Pack activation status displays accurately across menus.
- Various sorting and tagging corrections improve item organization in Create a Sim and Build Mode.
Additional Fixes by Pack
- Flower arranging objects no longer remain floating during crafting. (Seasons)
- Landlord maintenance actions now function correctly on tenant objects. (For Rent)
- Family tree relationship errors and crashes tied to household deletion have been corrected. (Royalty & Legacy)
- Relationship labels for unrelated childhood housemates renamed to prevent confusion. (Parenthood)
- Script errors related to containment objects have been eliminated. (StrangerVille)
Previously, a major SIMS 4 update 2.05 added introduces a new Main Menu design, smoother performance, refreshed townie homes, and extensive bug fixes. Today’s Sims 4 version 2.31 will address a few of these issues.
Download links for Sims 4 update 2.31 on PS4, PS5, and Xbox One will be available soon.
