EA has added official Doja Cat tattoo designs toThe Sims 4, but some players are finding more creative ways to use the new feature. The ability to use tattoos was added as part of the Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack, a free update that arrived on March 6. The expansion also introduced new ways to play, giving Sims the ability to open businesses, pursue hobbies, and learn new skills. However, it’s the tattoos feature that has truly captured fans' attention, with some using the feature in more unconventional ways than EA probably intended.
The tattoo feature has many pre-made designs for players to apply to their Sims for some more creative expression. To celebrate the launch,EA has added three official tattoo designs in collaboration with artist and rapper Doja Cat,according to theEAwebsite. In addition to many official designs to choose from, the expansion also allows players to create designs from scratch. Some fans have taken this opportunity to unleash their creativity anduse the tattoo feature in unconventional ways, like adding makeup and piercings, and even singling out Sims as favorites… or not quite.
EA Adds Official Doja Cat Tattoo Designs To The Sims 4
The Collaboration With Doja Cat Continues
The collaboration with Doja Cat brings three official tattoo designs to the game:A Renaissance statue head, two crossed swords, and a spider.The spider in particular is a meaningful symbol for Doja Cat, who has a spider tat on her wrist. The spider was her first tattoo because “spiders represent femininity and I am also terrified of them.” Putting the symbol on her wrist was a fun and empowering way for her to face up to her fear.
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The tattoo designs are the next step in the collaboration event between EA and the rapper. Last month,Doja Cat appeared as the headlining act in EA’s 25-hour livestreamtocelebrate their 25-year anniversary. She is also, according to EA, an “avid Simmer. Now fans can use tattoos inspired by Doja Cat to adorn their characters inThe Sims 4.
The Sims 4 Players Get Creative With The Tattoo Feature
Fans Create Tattoo Sideburns, Makeup, And More
Besides the three new Doja Cat tattoos, there are hundreds of premade designs available for virtual tattoo artists to work their magic. Tattoos can be layered up to five times, so even if you’re not comfortable with creating a new design from scratch, you can combine existing designs for a unique look. Some especially creativeThe Sims 4players have taken things to the next level,using the tattoo feature to add elements to their Sims beyond simple tattoos.These designs can also be uploaded to the gallery for others to peruse and use on their own characters.
The Sims 4 Custom tattoo gallery is not moderated, which means that not every design is rated PG. Fans likeRosie_sbhavereported finding nudity, inappropriate imagery, and even hate symbolsamong the many legitimately cool and creative designs in the gallery. Please be aware of this before you browse.
For instance, Reddit userMelatonin_Gummies_decided to utilize their new tattoo skills togive their Sim some subtle eye makeup, though they wish there was a “mirror” option to make symmetrical designs easier to achieve. RedditorInterviewLeast2278uses the tattoo feature toadd some prominent sideburns on their Sims. They claim they lack the artistic skills to create cool tattoos like other Simmers, but “at least I can tattoo sideburns on all my sims.”
Reddit userDaniDoll99has a far less wholesome way to use the game’s tattoos to “punish Sims I don’t like.” Regardless of their reason for giving their Sims some sweet tats, it seems thatThe Sims 4players are enjoying thisfun new tool from the latest expansion.
