For Simmers who enjoy supernatural, occult or just generally different types of gameplay choosing the best DLC for The Sims 4 can be difficult. There are currently limited options for occults and as such players of this type may feel neglected. However, upon taking a more in-depth look at different packs there are some others which can add to your game.
Not all of these packs offer occult and supernatural gameplay, but they all offer something which adds a unique dimension to your game. From mermaids to mayhem, we take a look at the very best packs for those who like to play in a more chaotic manner.
Updated on October 10, 2022, By Helen Ashcroft: As The Sims 4 continues to expand more occults have been introduced to the game, alongside new supernatural careers. This list has been updated to add the latest spooky packs supernatural fans won't want to miss out on.
13 Star Wars: Journey To Batuu
Star Wars: Journey to Batuu was not the most well received pack, yet it does offer a unique experience for fans of the sci-fi classic. You'll be able to go on missions for The Resistance, First Order or Scoundrels. These take place on Batuu, a self contained world modeled on the planet from Star Wars.
MIlage from this pack will vary but the experience definitely falls under unique. You can have a lightsaber duel, buy a droid, and fly a ship among other things. Just make sure you don't lose all your credits losing at Sabbat.
12 Tiny Living Stuff
This one may seem like an odd choice, and it is, but yet this pack has one of the most unexpectedly amazing additions for those who love occult gameplay, Murphy Bed ghosts.
The Murphy Bed death is an easy trigger and the ghost it produces is nothing short of amazing to play. They can lecture Sims about the dangers of beds and sleeping, keeping them awake. They can also possess Sims and generally torture them. If you want a ghost that's a little weird and a lot of fun, the Murphy Bed ghost is a great choice.
11 Seasons
Seasons is often considered a must-buy pack. For those who like their games a little more supernatural it can seem like a skippable expansion. However, it does have a couple of things that can tempt the occult lover.
The main draw is lightning powers, which can be gained from storms. Who wouldn't want to summon lightning? You can also use the new calendar to properly schedule spooky parties in autumn and the pack also contains a few creepy bits of decor to celebrate with and the appropriate gloomy weather.
10 Spooky Stuff
Spooky Stuff isn't the greatest pack, but it does come with a number of great items to celebrate Halloween with and some excellent costumes. While it's far from an essential purchase, occult players will no doubt appreciate a little more spooky in their lives.
If you've ever wanted ragged curtains and random outfits then this is the pack for you. It also adds the ability to carve pumpkins and host spooky parties, so you can really get in the mood for the haunted holiday.
9 My First Pet Stuff
Hailed as one of the worst stuff packs ever, My First Pet Stuff has frequently been so mired in controversy that it gets forgotten how awesome the core pack item is. We are of course talking about the ability to keep small animals as pets.
For those who enjoy weird gameplay, this is a must. Not only can you adopt Voidcritters but your furry friends can also engage in weird activities like going to the moon. If this wasn't strange enough, ignore them for a bit, and you might just contract Rabid Rodent Fever, a contagious disease that can result in some weird behavior and a terrifying demise.
8 Jungle Adventure
While not occult-based, Jungle Adventure does offer a unique way to play the game through its temple exploration system. On your vacation, you can arm yourself against danger and head into different areas of the jungle.
Exploring temples will see you face fire, bugs, and traps to uncover the rewards of tomb raiding, assuming you survive that is. This pack offers a nice sideline in archaeology as well, so you can finally have your sim become the Lara Croft or Indiana Jones of Selvadorada.
7 Strangerville
Strangerville is quite literally one of the strangest packs we've seen. The town is inhabited by weird-looking occupants. While they aren't occult as such, there is a mystery to solve in this story-driven game pack.
Digging deeper will lead players on a unique journey to uncover the mystery. The town changes as you progress before reverting to a normal dessert town once the storyline is complete.
6 Island Living
Island Living gave us mermaids, and while the pack itself is beautiful, the inclusion of this life state leaves much to be desired. Quite simply mermaids feel like an afterthought.
For occult lovers, the life state alone gives this a reasonable ranking but playing as a mermaid falls short compared to other life states. They simply replace hygiene needs with hydration and have tails in the water. They look beautiful, but there is no other depth to them (no pun intended).
5 Get To Work
Get To Work is the pack that gave us aliens. Yes, we don't quite know why either but in The Sims 4 occult life states have been mostly been folded into expansions and aliens are bundled into being a scientist.
The active science career brings aliens, which can be created straight from Create A Sim. They can also be contacted via satellite or by visiting Sixam through a portal you can build. The world of Sixam, aliens and alien abductions are all added by this expansion, ranking this a little higher than Mermaids in terms of occult playability.
4 Paranormal Stuff
Paranormal Stuff is the most stuffed stuff pack there ever was, and every bit of it is supernatural. It even includes the haunted house lot trait, which brings a variety of specters to your home. The new Medium skill then brings even more chaos as you can summon good and bad Sim spirits by conducting a séance.
The Paranormal Investigator career is also available for Sims who want to interact with the spirits on a difference level. Add in a ghostly guide and some spooky decor and this pack is a must. There's more supernatural spectacle crammed in here than in most of the expansions that touch on the occult.
3 Realm Of Magic
The Realm of Magic game pack is simultaneously amazing and annoying. Magical gameplay is mostly well done and spellcasters can enjoy pursuing any or all of the three branches of magic. Casting spells is fun and the life state enjoyable to play. It also adds a new world, a magical realm, and some stunning scenery.
However, this pack is let down by its bugs, which include clipping, glitches and an excessive amount of magical townies. These take the edge off the immersion, pushing the pack down into third place.
2 Werewolves
Werewolves are the latest occult to join The Sims 4, and they were worth the wait. The pack comes with the new world of Moonwood Mill, which is tailor-made to house two very different werewolf packs. One likes to remain in society, and keep their secrets hidden, while the other embraces their animalistic side.The world holds many secrets to explore and also includes a lot of supernatural lore. It's run-down and has a unique vibe that fits occult types well.
Werewolves themselves are well-rounded and have skill trees similar to vampires. You can adjust their traits and behaviours to embrace or reject the wolf within, making for interesting gameplay. This could arguable draw for first place in the ranking.
1 Vampires
The top spot has to go to the Vampires game pack. This is without a doubt the best implemented and well-executed inclusion of vampires the franchise has seen. While there are a couple of niggles, like the sheer volume of plasma fruit needed to replenish thirst, the pack is very well-rounded and thoroughly enjoyable.
Vampires have different skills and weaknesses, making each one more unique than any other occults in the game. The pack also comes with a new world, which looks amazing, even if it is slightly small, as well as an array of gothic furniture and clothing to help you create the right vibe. This is a must-buy for any occult lovers.