An earlier survey conducted by The Sims Team may have subtly hinted at the introduction of game show-style venues in The Sims 4 through the upcoming Adventure Awaits expansion pack. If this connection proves accurate, it could offer additional insights into this eagerly awaited feature. The Sims 4 community had been anticipating an expansion reveal in September, following a leaked roadmap and an accidental announcement that appeared after an EA app update.

Shortly after rumors began circulating, it was confirmed that a first-look trailer would debut on September 4. Players waited with anticipation, and The Sims Team delivered with a three-minute preview. While a more detailed gameplay trailer scheduled for September 10 will provide a comprehensive look at the expansion's features, the initial Adventure Awaits trailer and accompanying blog post already revealed significant information about what players can expect.

One element that particularly captured players' attention in the Adventure Awaits trailer was the Challenge Modifier system. Upon closer inspection of the footage, observers noticed multiple Challenge Modifiers that will be applicable to custom getaways players can construct with the expansion pack. These modifiers will alter gameplay dynamics in each location, essentially enabling players to create their own game show experiences within The Sims 4. A Reddit user named xjordyj conducted research connecting these challenges to a reality TV feature previously mentioned in a survey.

Back in February 2025, The Sims Team had queried players about their interest in a potential reality TV feature for The Sims 4, complete with explanations of how such a system might operate. In this proposed scenario, Sims would confront various challenges and trials to accumulate points, with those achieving the lowest scores facing elimination from the competition each week.

Given that Adventure Awaits appears to focus on outdoor experiences similar to the Outdoor Retreat expansion, these competitions might not include live audiences as suggested in the original survey. However, the point-based elimination system and various trials shown in the trailer align with the earlier concept. This innovative feature could significantly enhance The Sims 4's replay value, generating considerable excitement within the community. The upcoming gameplay trailer on September 10 is expected to provide further clarification about how these systems will function within the expansion.