In the latest sims 4 patch june 2018 the sims team added six new roof patterns that allow you to create glass roofs in your game.
New roofs sims 4.
2 using the new roof types manipulation just as with the existing roof types in the game these new roof pieces come.
In total there are 4 new roof types.
But that s not all as you can see from the image there is a hidden surprise we ve had hipped roofs since the launch of the sims 4 but they were awkward and restricted as they lacked the ability to have their eaves altered it appears this is no longer the case.
Simguruhouts has give players a sneak peek at the new roof types coming to the sims 4 soon.
The hipped roof has four sections of roof.
Who like me is excited for the new roofs.
There s a new cat mail box too.
And a new round cone roof.
A roofing tutorial in the sims 4.
These include the circular octagonal pentagonal and hexagonal options.
More control on gable roofs.
Three new turrets 6 8 and 5 sides.
These new rooftypes seem to be hinted to be released with the new expansion pack the sims 4 cats dogs but honestly wouldn t be surprised if it was an update tied to the new expansion pack.
I wonder what other goodies they have in store for us builders.
We ve seen the window seat and new door.
How to make better roofs.
If you have any further questions or feedback about this feel free to post at the sims feedback forums or contact simguruhouts on twitter or the sims forums.
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Although all of the new roofs are made from glass they each have a different pattern.
Also regarding the 8 sided roofs not properly aligning with 8 sided rooms those roofs are currently intended to have extended eaves or roof trims.
There are various styles to choose from including diamond and hexagonal panels and an ornate more traditional design.
On a square building the four pieces will meet at a point in the middle and on a rectangular roof the two longer pieces will meet along a ridge with a smaller piece at each end.
Using the new roof styles in the sims 4 1 limitations and things to be aware of although it is fantastic to have some new roofs to play around with there are.
The image shows a hipped roof with its eaves pulled right down.