The base game is shallow and boring. That way EA tricks you into thinking that maybe the dlc is worth it when it's not. The game and packs has less features than previous games. And the game with the dlc combined is $690. And that's because 2 new packs are coming. Don't fall the stupid trick. Ea just wants your money. They will make you pay a lot of it to get the simplest of items. Ice cream maker, hot tub, garden, and movies. Also, things like Seasons and Pets. Both combined are $80 more than the game itself. Also, EA lowers the price of the sims 4 base game that way when you think you're paying for a fun game, instead you get boring, repetitive, and slow gameplay. And they want you to fill up tour "collection of packs." Have fun with that