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Sims 4 Bridgerton Event Runs May-July, Debuts Two Kits

5/7/2026

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**Sims 4 Bridgerton**

The Sims 4-Bridgerton event runs from 12 May 2026 to 7 July 2026 and requires the free The Sims 4 base game.
Players can collect over 22 rewards, including clothing, décor and the “Heart on Your Sleeve” trait.
Two kits debut on 14 May 2026: a Masquerade Ball Fashion Kit and a gazebo-piano bundle.
The trait heightens Sims’ emotions, deepens bonds with similar Sims, and speeds negative reactions to opposite traits.

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Lady Whistledown Joins

The partnership adds Lady Whistledown as a new Sim in The Sims 4.
Both Bridgerton and The Sims 4 are described as more diverse and queer than other titles.
Developers will translate period terms like “the ton” and “rake” into Simlish for the Masquerade Ball bundle.
Reaching the game’s pinnacle still requires the adult-content mod WickedWhims, indicating a content limitation.

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**Sims 4 Launches**

EA announced that the Lady Bridgerton Kit will sell for $6.99 USD and the Masquerade Ball Bundle will cost $9.99 USD.
Buyers who purchase both kits before August 14, 2026 receive a discounted combined price.
A free limited-time login event begins on May 12, 2026, offering additional seasonal rewards.
The kits become available for download on May 14, 2026, marking the first official Sims 4 partnership with Netflix’s Shondaland franchise.

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**Sims 4 Masquerade**

The $9.99 Masquerade Ball Bundle launches on May 14 2026 for PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.
Simzee Mindy of The Sims Team urges players to design ballrooms rivaling great houses of the ton.
The bundle adds Sophie’s “Lady in Silver” dress, Benedict’s tailcoat, Queen Charlotte’s Celestial Wig and gown, and a “Bundle of Joy” Bassinet by Penelope and Colin’s nursery.
Login events on May 19, May 26, and June 2 grant extra rewards.

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**Sims 4 Bridgerton**

The Sims 4-Bridgerton event runs from 12 May 2026 to 7 July 2026 and requires the free The Sims 4 base game.
Players can collect over 22 rewards, including clothing, décor and the “Heart on Your Sleeve” trait.
Two kits debut on 14 May 2026: a Masquerade Ball Fashion Kit and a gazebo-piano bundle.
The trait heightens Sims’ emotions, deepens bonds with similar Sims, and speeds negative reactions to opposite traits.

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