With the release of two games and the hugely popular HBO series,The Last of Ushas become beloved by many veterans and newcomers to the story. There are someThe Last of Usfans that also enjoy playingThe Sims 4, and they might wish to take the story further than the games and the TV show or redo some events in the story entirely.
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For those wishing to shape the bleak world ofThe Last of Us, there is an opportunity. The extensive mod support present inThe Sims 4allows for the creation of a world filled with zombies and preciously short on hope. Whether players simply want the vibes or the full zombie buffet, there aremods available to give them the exact level of immersion that they want. All images are original work.
6Clothing And Some Dirt
Recreating Joel and Ellie inThe Sims 4can certainly be done with just in-game CAS assets, but it’s fun to have something as close to the original characters as possible. Creator Cantransimmer has created a few CAS items to bringthe small found familyof Joel and Ellie to their alternate universe inThe Sims 4.
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From their Tumblr page, Joel and Ellie’s outfits can be downloaded, as well as cosmetics, hair, and objects. Cantransimmer has released anentire collection of downloadablesthat are perfect for aThe Last of Usrecreation.
5Apocalyptic Cas Backgrounds
Before a Sim can be thrust into the harsh andunforgiving world of the zombie apocalypse, they must be melded into being by the player ofThe Sims 4. Sims can get a preview of their new life through CAS backgrounds that reflect the end of days. Annett’s Sims 4 World has created manyapocalyptic CAS backgroundsthat are available to download.
The download comes with 14 different CAS backgrounds to choose from. Each background features a run-down, dirty, abandoned area with broken objects and nature that’s taken over in the absence of maintenance. Players can only choose one CAS background file, but the stunning apocalyptic view enhances the beginning of aThe Last of Usinspired save.
4Apocalyptic City Skyline
The skylines in all the worlds inThe Sims 4are just too idyllicfor an apocalyptic game. The buildings are pristine and untouched and the world of SimNation hasn’t ended… yet. Found through Mod The Sims, creator Bakie hascreated a skyline default replacementthat turns the idyllic backgrounds inThe Sims 4to an apocalyptic scene.
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Worlds that use the same backdrop as Willow Creek or Newcrest will be affected by the skyline replacement. The intact buildings are replaced with buildings that have been damaged and on fire, and greenery that has completely taken over. The background also features a smoke cloud as a final touch, just to let Sims know that their world is definitely on fire.
3Post-Apocalyptic CC
When Simsduring the apocalypseare hiding away in their bunkers and plotting their next move, they need apocalypse-appropriate furniture.Severinka’s bunker furniture setprovides survivors with: a desk, dining table, 2 types of chairs, beds, mattresses, cupboards, lockers, an air duct, and a pipeline. The textures and coloring of the objects have been masterfully done to show off that lived-in, grungy, and grotty feeling of the apocalypse.
Severinka also has an equipment set for Sims’ survival bunkers. Thebunker equipment setincludes items like a communication apparatus that includes a: radio, microphone, avometer, and more. There are also two electrical panels, and an air conditioning unit. The two combined CC sets should outfit surviving Sims with everything they would need in their bunkers while they hunker down.
2Reshade Presets
The Sims 4’s graphics and lighting are too bright and colorful for a humanity that’s on the brink of collapse. If the zombie apocalypse is happening, things would look and feel dark, grungy, and gritty. Reshade presets can bring in that aesthetic and tone down the bright colors, and if some depth and MXAO is added it can really make the entire game look and feel much more realistic.
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TheSilent Hill reshade preset by Simsbiosisadds a foggy and de-saturated look to the game. Bright colors are toned down with a more blurry look and low view distance. This preset makes the game feel creepy and haunting, just like theSilent Hillgames and movies. Pastoral Haunting by Fuchsia Tea Sims also de-saturates the colors in the game, but still keeps colors like red, brown, orange, and white possibly even richer than they were before.
1Zombie Apocalypse Mod
This mod bySacrificial Mods is the ultimate zombie apocalypseexperience inThe Sims 4. It’s an awesome feat for a mod this detailed to only require the base game. The apocalypse can be started in 3 different ways: a social event with goals that is available after using a purchased radio to listen to the emergency broadcast, selecting the ‘Infect All Sims In District’ option on the purchased radio, and using a purchased Zombification virus. If players also enjoy theResident Evilfranchise, and other zombie games, Jill Valentine and Nemesis are also included in this mod.
The player’s Sim can be infected by the zombie virus, but it can be cured. If players decide to not cure the virus, once the Sim gets bitten again they will become a zombie. Zombies can be killed if a Sim is quick enough before they attack, or Sims can use a zombie cure on the attacking zombie. Partners can also be assigned to tackle the zombie apocalypse together, soJoel and Ellie can work togethereven inThe Sims 4.
