SimsVIP provides in depth, detailed game guides to the community. If our guides have helped you with your game and you want to support our work, use the links below to contribute to the site! Thank you for your continued support and dedication. Any unauthorized use of this guide will result in legal action. Copyright ©2011-2018 SimsVIP — All rights reserved Contributors: Alexis of SimsVIP. Venture into the deep woods to discover new surprises, including dangerous and wondrous herbs, new species of fish, creepy insects and…Sims dressed up in bear costumes? Hang out by the campfire before trying to find the hermit rumored to live in the deepest parts of the forest. When completing certain actions within your game, you can unlock special badges and collect gamer points. To learn more about achievements in The Sims 4, check out our. Image Name Description Points Game Critter Catcher Collect all the insects and all the new fish in Granite Falls. These Sims become Uncomfortable near anything dirty. Sleeping under the stars or using camping equipment provides lots of enjoyment. Great Storyteller Purchase — Great Storytellers are more successful at telling bigger and better stories! This trait can be purchased in the Aspiration Reward Store for 500 Satisfaction Points. Stoves and Grills Master Purchase — Stoves and Grills Masters have a chance to create Impeccable quality consumables that use stoves and grills! This trait can be purchased in the Aspiration Reward Store for 1,500 Satisfaction Points. Incredibly Friendly Purchase — Incredibly Friendly Sims are immediately liked when met with a nice introduction! This trait can be purchased in the Aspiration Reward Store for 2,000 Satisfaction Points. To complete this Aspiration, Sims will have to complete a series of milestones like leveling up in the Herbalism Skill, identifying plants, and more. Check the Aspiration panel for more information. Images have been sized down in most cases, so click the images for a larger view. Going on Vacation With Granite Falls being a destination world, Sims can now schedule a vacation with friends and family. Once you enter map view, select the destination and the number of days you would like to stay for. Once you arrive at your destination, you can extend or shorten your vacation at any time using the phone. Extending the vacation beyond the allowed time off will result in decreased performance. These interactions will push your Sims into the Inspired moodlet for up to six hours. Social Event: Weenie Roast The Weenie Roast is a campfire exclusive social event. You can host the event either in Granite Falls, or any of the home worlds. Be sure to have the necessary campfire equipment when hosting the roast at home. Woodworking Additions The Sims 4 Outdoor Retreat adds some additional furniture and sculpture creations to the Woodworking Table for Sims who increase their Handiness Skill. To add fuel to the fire, interactive Fire Pits are also a source of death for Sims who have them too close to flammable objects like tents. The Campsite Ghost is a randomly spawned townie that randomly appears after telling a scary story. Feel free to socialize with them as you would any other ghost. There seems to be a current game bug with tents as Sims can only Woohoo in them if they are on an actual editable lot. Tents that are placed in public spaces are a hit or miss in this regard. Quick meal options are available via the brand new Camping Cooler and the all new interactive Fire Pit. Food recipes can be created on the Outdoor Grill or Stove, and require a specific Cooking Skill level to unlock. For more information about Cooking in The Sims 4, check out our. In order to advance in this skill, Sims will need to increase their as well. The two skills go together hand in hand as you unlock remedy recipes. This action will inform you of the type of herb your Sim has collected, and also help your Sim gain experience in the Herbalism Skill. Not all herbs can be identified immediately as Sims need an increased Herbalism level Skill for continued identification success. The quickest way to increase the Herbalism Skill is to Brew Remedies on the Outdoor Grill! Herbal Remedies As your Sim identifies herbs and increases their Herbalism Skill, they can begin to create more and more Herbal Remedies. Herbal Remedies are elixir type potions that can be a great help to Sims who are out in the wilderness. Herbal Remedies can be brewed on the outdoor grill in Granite Falls or in a home world. It is recommended that Sims collect at least one of every herb type so they can plant and produce more in the home world. Ensure that your Sim increases their along the way. Recipe can only be learned by visiting Hermit's House. Ideal for Squeamish Sims. Destination Worlds allow for vacation getaways, but not the ability for Sims to permanently reside in them. They can, however, extend their vacation in Granite Falls indefinitely. Once you enter map view, select your destination and the number of days you would like to stay. Once you have selected a destination, you are free to travel to any other lots and neighborhoods. If your vacation is coming to an end, feel free to use the phone and extend your vacation up to seven days at a time. Extending the vacation beyond the allowed time off will result in decreased performance. This neighborhood has everything you need to begin your outdoor retreat, including Park Rangers with a plethora of information for first time campers, a Supply Store, and plenty of empty space for tents and fire pits. They also have cabin resorts to choose from if your Sims do not want to experience the wonders of nature. As soon as you arrive in Granite Falls, you will be greeted by a Park Ranger. Park Rangers are new NPC service Sims that can provide you with information about the world. Rangers roam around in all parts of the world, so you need not worry about hunting them down. Granite Falls is home to brand new collectibles, beautiful landscapes, and a prankster bear who thrives off the fear of other Sims. To enter this neighborhood, locate the Bramble Patch in the dense part of the forest. Below is a map showing where the bramble patch can be found. This will prompt adventure like text on the screen, and as long as you select the right answers, you will unlock the hidden neighborhood. Hermits will vary in gender on a game to game basis, but they are all fairly easy to befriend. This is the only way to learn the recipe. Many of the rare collectibles make this place their home, including the Will-o-the-Wisp and Mountain Lionfish. You will not find these two collectibles anywhere else. Insects Collection Insects are a brand new collectible added with The Sims 4 Outdoor Retreat. Insects spawn in various places around Granite Falls, however, some are exclusively spawned in the deep dark forest areas of the world. Catching insects is an easy task for the most part. The hard part is tracking them down. Insects spawn at all hours of the day, yet some only spawn after dark. Not every catch is successful though; watch out for bug bites! They can generally be found anywhere in the world, however, the rare Will-o-the-Wisp is exclusive to. You will not find this bug anywhere else. To learn more about unlocking this secret neighborhood,. Image Insect Type Rarity Value Description Bees Common §3 Busy as a bee. Bees are the hardest workers in the insect world. Fact: Plants rely on bees to reproduce. Blue Morpho Butterfly Common §3 These blue winged fliers are one of the largest butterflies in the world. They often rest on forest floors and hide from predators. Fire Ant Common §3 Watch out for these little guys. They can deliver a powerful sting and love to use it. Their mounds can reach 40 cm. Jezebel Butterfly Common §3 This butterfly cannot be mistaken due to its bright colors and unique wing design. These colors serve as a warning to predators because it is quite toxic to eat. Katydid Common §3 Katydids love to sing and rub their wings together to make their sounds. Did you know that their ears are in their front legs? Ladybug Common §3 Great garden helpers. These lovely critters actually prey on other bugs and can protect crops from other insects. Luna Moth Common §3 These beautiful moths primarily fly around at night. Mosquito Common §3 These little blood suckers are considered the most deadly insects on the planet. Better keep your distance! Termite Common §3 Beware these insects. They love to chew through the finest of woods. Make sure the lid is closed at all times. Firefly Common §4 Nothing is more magical than a firefly at night. These bioluminescent critters create their own light through chemical reactions in their bodies. Stink bugs use their unpleasant odor to deter predators when squashed. Better handle them with care. Dragonfly Uncommon §12 Dragonflies are said to be the first flying insects some 300 million years ago. They are expert fliers and can fly up, down and hover like a helicopter. Jewel Beetle Uncommon §12 Well known for their beautiful iridescent colors. Locust Uncommon §12 The bringers of catastrophic disasters. These insects swarm together in clouds that can cover 100 square kilometers and contain billions of locusts. Mantis Uncommon §12 A very cool insect that can turn its head 180 degrees. The females are well known for eating their mates. Monarch Butterfly Uncommon §12 One of the most beautiful and majestic butterflies but they start their lives as much less attractive caterpillars. They flap their wings about 300 to 700 times a minute. Walking Stick Uncommon §12 These awkward insects move very slowly but their ability to blend into environment makes them masters of camouflage. Rainbow Firefly Rare §60 The more exotic firefly. These insects shine bright with a variety of colors. Turn off the lights and watch their amazing glow. Will-o-the-Wisp Rare §150 A majestical insect rumored to lead travelers astray. Their blueish ghostly glow can be seen on the darkest of nights. This insect is found exclusively in. Dust Spirit Rare §160 These fun critters love to hop and bounce around. They usually travel around in packs. Dragon Dragonfly Rare §480 An ultra rare insect can be found in forests. They have been seen breathing fire. Better not get too close or lose an eyebrow! Herb Collection The Sims 4 Outdoor Retreat has added 10 brand new herbs to the originally introduced with The Sims 4 Base Game. All new herb types are exclusive to Granite Falls, but can be taken back to the home world for planting, brewing, and cooking. This action will inform you of the type of herb your Sim has collected, and also help your Sim gain experience in the Herbalism Skill. Not all herbs can be identified immediately as Sims need an increased Herbalism level Skill for continued identification success. Be aware though that some of the toxic herbs may give your Sim some temporary discomfort which only herbal remedies can alleviate. Herbs will spawn anywhere in Granite Falls, at any hour of the day. It all depends on the randomizer, which is usually very consistent. Finally, the new herbs found in Granite Falls are also used as ingredients in. Herbal Remedies are elixir type drinks that can benefit Sims in many ways. To learn more about Herbal Remedies and their uses in the game,. Image Name Rarity Value Description Herbal Remedy Ingredient For.. Chamomile Common §2 A daisy-like flower commonly used to make herbal remedies. All new fish types are exclusive to Granite Falls, but can be taken back to the home world for cooking, roasting, and mounting. Fishing for new fish is still gated by location and skill level. The new fish types can be caught in almost all areas of Granite Falls, however, the rare Mountain Lionfish is exclusive to with a level 9 in Fishing. You will not find this fish anywhere else. You can catch the other new fish there as well. To learn more about unlocking this secret neighborhood,. Image Name Rarity Value Description Reel It In! Walleye Common §32 These huge marble eyed fish are color blind. They cannot see blue or yellow. Unlocked at Level 4 of the Fishing Skill. Found in almost all of Granite Falls' fishing spots. Yellow Perch Common §44 Kin to Walleyes. Unlocked at Level 2 of the Fishing Skill. Found in almost all of Granite Falls' fishing spots. Red Crawdad Uncommon §14 Kissing cousins to lobsters. Unlocked at Level 4 of the Fishing Skill. Found in almost all of Granite Falls' fishing spots. Blue Crawdad Rare §80 The mysterious blue crawdad is rumored to received its color from an industrial blueberry accident. Unlocked at Level 7 of the Fishing Skill. Found in the waters of Granite Falls National Forest Lot and. Mountain Lionfish Rare §170 An exotic fish only found in rare mountainous regions. Beware their spines, they can do serious damage! Unlocked at Level 3 of the Fishing Skill. These objects allow for new interactions that were not previously available in game, and can be purchased in buy mode. Fire Pit The Fire Pit is a brand new object that allows Sims to do the following: Light a Fire, Add Logs, Roast Food, Tell Group Stories, Hang Out, Sing Songs requires Guitar , Play, and Extinguish. This object is particularly useful when Sims are living on the public campgrounds. Horseshoes Horseshoes is a brand new entertainment object that allows Sims to Practice and Play against other Sims. This activity increases the Motor Skill in Children, and gives winners of the tournament a 2 hour Confident Boost. Tents Tents are a brand new object that allows Sims to do the following: Sleep, Nap, Relax, Plan Outfits, Play Children , Read Wilderness Digest, and Tell Ghost Story After 7pm. This object is particularly useful when Sims need to sleep on the public campgrounds. This object is particularly useful when Sims need to sleep on the public campgrounds. ABOUT US Founded in 2011, SimsVIP is the largest news outlet for The Sims franchise. We are dedicated to providing you with the latest news, game guides, tips, tutorials, and original content for EA and The Sims. This site is not endorsed by or affiliated with Electronic Arts, or its licencors. Trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
