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. Additionally, 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 version 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)
Eye Blinking Improvements
QA Investigation
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QA team reviewed player reports and verified blinking inconsistencies.
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Replication steps were created to identify limited blinking, exaggerated blinking, and eye shape complications.
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Findings were shared with the Tech Art team for resolution.
Automated Animation Adjustments
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A Tech Art script scanned all Maya animation files from Base Game and DLCs.
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The script identified upper eyelid rotation values within a defined range.
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Animations were automatically adjusted to ensure eyelids fully closed.
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Rotations exceeding the closed-eye threshold were reduced appropriately.
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Many blinking inconsistencies were resolved in the default Sim mesh animations.
Create a Sim Eye Shape Handling
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Each eye shape preset has unique joint values affecting eyelid movement.
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A rotation multiplier is now applied per eye shape to ensure proper closure.
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Previous global dampening caused under-blinking in some cases.
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Updated tuning balances eyelid rotation to reduce under-blinking while preventing eyelash clipping.
Animation and Visual Updates
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More than 280 animations were manually refined to ensure full eye closure.
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The Create a Sim “half-blink” animation was replaced with a full blink.
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Sleep loop animations were improved for smoother transitions.
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Facial overlays were removed to prevent layered facial expressions during sleep loops.
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Lower eyelashes were reskinned to better follow lower eyelid movement.
Remaining Limitations
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Some unique eye shapes may still show slight over-blinking in rare cases.
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Player-created poses and animations were not individually adjusted but benefit from global fixes.
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Player-created Sims may still experience minor blinking inconsistencies depending on eye shape.
Gallery Update for Console Players
Temporary Version Differences
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PC and Mac receive the Base Game update on March 17.
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Xbox and PlayStation will receive the update later.
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Console players may see a “Version Mismatch” error when downloading some Gallery content.
Reason for Staggered Release
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PC and Mac launch allows validation of performance, stability, and quality before console rollout.
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Additional time ensures the update functions correctly on Xbox and PlayStation.
Console Gallery Usage During Transition
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Console players can still download content uploaded before the March 17 update.
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Platform-specific filters can be used to view console-compatible content.
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“Most Popular” and “Maxis Curated” filters should mostly work.
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Existing items in My Library remain unaffected.
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.
