The Sims 4, developed by EA Maxis and published by Electronic Arts, is a life simulation game that enables players to create avatars and manage their lives. The game has been successful for over half a decade now and has spawned multiple expansions and add-ons. However, the game has had a significant shortcoming – healthcare management.
Players had limited options to manage their avatars’ health; the base game only provided basic healthcare services such as ambulances and hospitals, and there was no way to prevent illness beyond the basics. Fortunately, with the recent Eco Lifestyle expansion, the healthcare management aspect of the game has been revamped to provide a smoother, more efficient experience.
Bio-Shower and Other Health-Boosting Devices
The Bio-Shower is the most significant addition to Sims 4’s healthcare infrastructure. It is a futuristic shower with advanced cleaning features, including a decontamination spray. Players’ avatars can use this shower to rid themselves of germs, bacteria, and other harmful particles.
Other health-boosting devices have also been introduced, such as the Water Compressor and the Food Recycler, which promote a clean environment and reduce the likelihood of illness. Players can also obtain an E-Pendant, which provides a health boost and prevents Sims from getting sick.
The introduction of these devices provides Sims players with more control over their avatars’ health and well-being, raising the stakes for those who enjoy survival and role-playing games.
Medical Professionals and New Career Paths
The expansion also adds two new career paths: the Civil Designer and the Freelance Crafter. However, it’s the Medical career path that is connected to the healthcare management system. Players can choose between two medical profession paths: Doctor and Nurse.
Sim doctors are responsible for diagnosing and treating patients, while nurses work side-by-side with them, managing patients and performing simple surgeries. Both career paths provide a deeper, more comprehensive healthcare system, making the game more immersive.
Smart Home Systems and Healthcare Monitoring
Smart homes aren’t only beneficial for convenience. They can also be players’ avatars’ healthcare support system. The expansion features Smart Home Systems that automatically monitor and log data on players’ avatars’ health.
The data collected enables players to monitor their avatars’ health and well-being while also keeping track of any possible health issues. The healthcare system provides players with personalized recommendations and solutions to their avatars’ health, making the game more engaging.
Revamping the healthcare management system in The Sims 4 has been a much-needed addition to the game. The expansion provides players with more tools to manage their avatars’ health, making the game more immersive. The Smart Home Systems, Medical professionals, and new career paths have added layers to the game, elevating the Sims 4’s healthcare management system to a new level. The expansion is an excellent addition to The Sims 4, giving players the comprehensive healthcare management system they long craved.
