The Sims 4: Perfect Patio Stuff

The Perfect Patio Stuff pack for The Sims 4 was developed by Maxis and published by Electronic Arts, released on June 16, 2015. It is a smaller stuff pack that requires the base game and was designed to expand outdoor living options with a focus on casual, social patio experiences.

The DLC adds hot tubs with upgradeable features such as built‑in stereos and aromatherapy, a patio bar and barbecue grill, a variety of stylish outdoor furnishings and décor, and new casual clothing and hairstyles suited to poolside and backyard gatherings. Content emphasizes social interactions around outdoor relaxation, party setups and poolside leisure rather than introducing major new gameplay systems.

Promotion for Perfect Patio used EA’s and Maxis’ standard marketing channels, including the game’s store listing, social media announcements and short showcase materials that highlighted the hot tub features, patio furnishings and new wardrobe options. Community creators and livestreams were leveraged to demonstrate venue builds, outdoor party setups and how the pack’s objects could enhance family and social storytelling.

Reception among players was mixed, with many praising the attractive outdoor assets, the novelty of upgradeable hot tubs and the pack’s usefulness for creating stylish patio and poolside scenes, while others viewed it as a lightweight addition compared with larger expansions. Overall the pack found an audience among players who prioritise decorative detail, social venue play and themed object interactions rather than substantive mechanical additions.