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Sul Sul Simmers,
The Sims Spark'd Challenges have arrived!! And with it so have many questions. So, where can you find the answers?
Well, we've gone ahead and pooled together information we've shared so far on the Sims Spark'd Challenges into one place so you can find it that bit easier. We'll aim to keep this updated and include links as they are released but you can always head straight to the source too >> The Sims Spark'd Challenges <<
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Spark'd Challenges
Spark'd Challenges introduces a unique theme with each challenge and with three ways to participate too. These challenges offer you a way to show off your stuff and share your creations with the community. What's more, if you are chosen as a Top Spark'd Creator, you may be featured on this site—or even get a chance to be considered for future seasons of The Sims™ Spark’d competition show!
Tune into The Sims Spark’d for inspiration and watch full episodes on TBS and Buzzfeed Multiplayer!
What ways can I participate?
There are 3 ways:
Where can I find the Official Rules?
The Official Rules can be found here on ea.com
How can I submit creations to Spark'd Challenges?
We've created a nifty guide that will run through those steps with you on EA Help, check it out: "How to submit to The Sims 4 Spark'd Challenges"
How can I learn about new challenges?
You can learn about new challenges through The Sims 4 Gallery (select the tab 'Spark'd Challenges') and The Sims Spark'd at ea.com. For a visual guide, click to expand the spoiler tag.
The first Spark'd challenge has already started, and the theme is… Destination Wedding! Get more details about the first Spark’d Challenge, designed by EA Challenge Operations Manager Hollie Reid aka holliebbtv,
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Challenges - Stylist
Stylist challenges center around CAS mode and Sims creation, fashion, and styling. Channel your inner fashion guru! Emphasis is on the way you bring the challenge theme to life through
the styling and character design of your Sims. Remember, you can submit as many unique Creations as you like and can even submit Builder and Storyteller Creations.
What is the Creation Criteria?
How can I learn about the specific challenge requirements?
We've got you covered. Click on >>this link<< to check out the guidelines for that weeks Stylist Challenge. You can also find this information in-game from The Gallery. Select the tab 'Spark'd Challenges' and check out the guidelines for the challenge outlined there.
How can I submit my creations?
After finishing your Stylist Creation, upload it to the new in-game Challenge Gallery. Be sure to check out and favorite other Creations from around the community. That’s it. You’re done!
Stylist FAQ's
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Are we expected to modify all outfits for our submissions? No, and in fact, you should probably only modify the everyday outfit, as that is the way the content is viewed within the Gallery. If a challenge requires multiple outfits on a Sim, we'll be sure to say so in the challenge guidelines.
Can I use any Expansion, Game, or Stuff Packs when creating my household? Typically, yes. But be sure to read the Challenge Guidelines for each individual challenge for any specific requirements.
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Challenges - Builder
Builder challenges center around Build mode and lot creation. Share how you think inside and outside the box. Emphasis is on the interior and exterior of the build itself, landscaping, and creative use of challenge-related materials. Remember, you can submit as many unique creations as you like and can even submit Stylist and Storyteller creations
What is the Creation Criteria?
How can I learn about the specific challenge requirements?
We've got you covered. Click on >>this link<< to check out the guidelines for that weeks Builder Challenge. You can also find this information in-game from The Gallery. Select the tab 'Spark'd Challenges' and check out the guidelines for the challenge outlined there.
How can I submit my creations?
After finishing your Builder Creation, upload it to the new in-game Challenge Gallery. Be sure to check out and favorite other Creations from around the community. That’s it. You’re done!
Builder FAQ's
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Challenges - Storyteller
Storyteller challenges center around Live mode and bringing stories to life through The Sims™ 4. Emphasis is on creating a narrative, using Sims and a build to weave together a compelling story that includes a beginning, middle, and end. How you tell the story is totally up to you! Don’t stress about the production values, though. We care more about the quality of your story than your video editing skills. Remember, you can submit as many unique Creations as you like and can even submit Stylist and Builder Creations.
What is the Creation Criteria?
How can I learn about the specific challenge requirements?
We've got you covered. Click on >>this link<< to check out the guidelines for that weeks Storyteller Challenge. You can also find this information in-game from The Gallery. Select the tab 'Spark'd Challenges' and check out the guidelines for the challenge outlined there.
How can I submit my creations?
Capture your story in video format (three minutes or less) and upload it to YouTube (public or unlisted). After finishing your Storyteller Creation, use the form HERE to submit it.
Storybuilder FAQ's
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Frequently Asked Questions
General FAQ's (Stylist | Builder | Storyteller)
bb.moveobjects on = You can merge objects together and place them wherever you wish
[ and ] = The left bracket enlarges an item and the right one shrinks it
9 and 0 = You can raise and lower objects using the 9 or 0 keys
bb.showhiddenobjects = More items visible
Bb.ignoregameplayunlocksentitlement = Unlock Build items that are locked by default
bb.showliveeditobjects = Liberated environment objects
Stylist FAQ's
Are we expected to modify all outfits for our submissions? No, and in fact, you should probably only modify the everyday outfit, as that is the way the content is viewed within the Gallery. If a challenge requires multiple outfits on a Sim, we'll be sure to say so in the challenge guidelines.
Can I use any Expansion, Game, or Stuff Packs when creating my household? Typically, yes. But be sure to read the Challenge Guidelines for each individual challenge for any specific requirements.
Builder FAQ's
Storyteller FAQ's
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Spark'd Official News, Updates and Social Platforms
Looking for spaces to get more of The Sims Spark'd, well look no further:
Check out @HolliebbTV on her Twitter channel too. Hollie designed the first Spark'd Challenge and has been sharing/retweeting cool and creative content to get you inspired for the Spark'd challenges. She has also answered some questions you might have had yourself on the first Spark'd Challenge. Holliebb also answers some of our questions on The Sims Forum where you can find out more about what she's been doing with Spark'd challenges
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The Sims Spark'd Show
The show that inspired Spark'd Challenges; The Sims Spark'd.
The Sims™ was created to empower people to play with life. It has become a place where people from all walks of life come to express themselves and experiment with new ideas. It’s time to give players the chance to share their stories and creativity with the world in a reality competition where the only limit to what they can become... is their own imagination.
This is The Sims Spark’d.
Check out 'Get Ready for The Sims Spark'd Show!' for more and check back on The Sims Spark'd News for articles and interviews about the show and episodes. You can catch The Sims Spark'd on TBS every Friday until August 7th as well as Buzzfeed Multiplayer on YouTube every Monday until to August 10th and catch the next episode! For all things The Sims Spark'd, head over to our website at https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/sparkd.
Who are the Spark'd Cast and Judges?
You can meet the cast and judges over on The Sims Spark'd. Click on the cast names to read more about them and scroll down further to meet the Spark'd judges.
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