Sims 1 vs Sims 2 vs Sims 3 vs Sims 4 - Snow
Sims 1
In The Sims 1, there are no seasons available in the game. But with The Sims: Vacation, for the first time, Sims can have a winter experience. If you visit the snowy area of the Vacation Island, Sims can now enjoy cozy snowy activities. The snow has no depth, and walking on it doesn't create footprints.
Sims can rent a snowman kit and have fun building a snowman, Sims use the snow slide, have snowball fights and snowboard. If you visit a lot that has igloos, Sims can even rent one and sleep for the night. Sims can also have Woo Hoo there.
Sims 2
In The Sims 2, weather was first introduced with The Sims 2: Seasons. After it has been snowing constantly for some time the snow will cover the ground, roofs or any structures with a thin layer of snow. The Snow in The Sims 2 has depth. When Sims walk in a snowy area, they will leave a trail of snow behind them. When the snow is deep enough, Sims can build a snowman. Sims can make snow angels, have snowball fights with other Sims. Both toddlers and dogs can eat snow. Toddlers can also play in the snow.
Sims 3
Snow returns in The Sims 3, with The Sims 3 Seasons. The Snow will accumulate on roofs, trees and bushes, furniture, even cars. The windows fill become foggy and lakes will freeze. So Sims can enjoy ice skating on a frozen lake. Sims can build a Snowman and an igloo. Sims can create Snow Angels and start a snowball fight. Igloos are treated like beds. Other Sims can join them for some socializing, or for a quick icy WooHoo.
The Footprints Sims leave will depend on the depth of the snow. When the snow level is low, Sims will leave footprints. When the snow is deeper, Sims will leave a trail of snow.
Sims 4
Snow is returning as a type of weather in The Sims 4: Seasons. Snow will gradually make everything white. It will cover the ground, the roofs. Any outside furniture will have some snow. Trees and greenery will become frosty, same as windows and river. The snow does not accumulate and has no depth. Sims will leave footprints when walking. Sims can build Snowpals. Sims can make Snow Angels and have snowball fights. Sims can shove snow in other Sims faces and also draw different shapes in the snow.
Snow is featured in the world of Mt. Komorebi. Here Snow is default weather and The Sims 4: Seasons is not a requirement for the snow to appear here. Here Sims are able to go sledding. They can ski, snowboard and also rock climb.
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