#paranormalsp

I was so inspired by this pack I built 2 houses for it! This has the new unique lot type “haunted house” which you need to set in order to experience the new pack. 

I think this build shows just how moody and eclectic the items can look when styled this way. The homes are built with just the Paranormal and BG to push myself to see just how i could use just those packs together, and really showcase the items.

What I like: pretty much everything. I like how the items are clearly different from other styles from previous packs, but can also be used in conjunction with BG content to fill the gaps that are unavoidable with the size of an SP. The clutter you get in this pack is also really lovely. There is even a cowplant terrarium! 

They really did pull off the bohemian/eclectic style in my eyes. The standout items for me is the floral wallpaper in really rich colours, the MCM-style sofa and armchair, and the cylindrical metal side table. 

There are also some great debug items you can get from playing the haunted house or the gig career. 

What i would have added (or going to add): Like a lot of packs, the MCM style sofa and armchair really needs a loveseat. That should be easy to add once I get my hands on an updated S4S. The more classic style seating also needs a sofa version. That may be a bit tricker to add. I would have loved to see a bed in the style as well (BG beds suck, lets be honest here). 

There is a large plant in a jar and would have like if it was a tad smaller and could be used on surfaces. one of my fave decor items we got and would have made it even more useable. 

There is a spooky painting in this pack, and I decided to build a house inspired by it. I chose not to make this a haunted house, to show the usability of the content found in the SP. There is a huge difference in the feel of these rooms even though I still only used basegame and Paranormal items. Despite being a more bohemian/eclectic style, I found it very versatile, or more versatile then I expected. 

So I did play a bit as well. It was fun, even if it’s not a “fulltime” career (the time required for it can seem fulltime though). 

The paranormal career is unlocked after playing the haunted house for a few nights. It is gig style so would work for someone stay-at-home who likes to craft. Crafting is definitely beneficial as the spectres often need appeasing which is done through offerings. I often chose items I sculpted or painted and they were received well. There are 3 levels and the higher the level, the more you need to do. Pretty straight forward. 

I loved playing with the séance table and having group seances. Sad the skill only has 5 levels but oh well. As a single sim household it was pretty easy keeping ontop of the tranquillity of the home, despite when Temperance visited and messed things up. The collectables you get are really cute too like the spectres in jars. 

So I would say this is one of, if not my favourite Stuff pack. Beating Vintage Glamour was a hard job, but i think they have done it (at least in my view). If you are into bring a little bit more paranormal elements to your game, and an eclectic/boho feel, this may just be right up your alley. Not into occults? Probably something to skip. 

I think we need to address the CAS items, and what better way to showcase the new items (except for the ethnic hair) then the Goths? Poor Alexander didn’t get any kids stuff but Cass looks like the fourth member of the Craft (or a bohemian Wednesday Adams/ Lydia Deetz) does it really matter? You know me, I am not into what the simettes get from packs, but this time I couldn’t help but swoon. The bohemian/eclectic vibe can be taken a few different directions with the style done, and that just makes it even more versatile. 

There are 2 new hairs for the guys, Both being for afro hair styles, one being an absolute fave going forward for my Tyler sim. The women get those 2 hairs plus 2 straight style, with the one on Cass I see being turned into a mullet the minute S4S is updated (are mullets still in? I dread even thinking they weren’t left in the 80′s). The second straight style is what Bella is rocking, and this was made for her. It is simple yet elegant, and just everything I want on my Bella. The dress is also 👌

Like the other GCs, i was granted early access through the Gamechangers program for the new stuff pack; Paranormal Stuff. And to be honest, it is the most fun I have had building and playing in quite some time. So I am going to do a little overview of what I enjoyed about it, and maybe someone finds it useful.