How "The Sims 4" gameplay launched a TikToker into her dream college

Games in the "The Sims" series have become legends cherished by many as part of their childhood and present-day life. The Sims community is vibrant and active, with players of all ages. Some have been fans longer than others have been alive, while newcomers are just starting to explore its universe.

At first glance, playing Sims might seem superficial, but it's far more intricate. Its turn-based gameplay allows for the detailed planning of a town's population and the creation of intergenerational stories. The advanced building mode also enables players to craft structures that could grace the pages of architecture magazines.

For TikToker Arwensofia, her time invested in the game was far from wasted. It proved highly beneficial. The houses and apartments she designed in the game became her passport to her dream course of study.

The TikToker posted a video explaining that she applied to a university which asked for a portfolio submission. At the time, she didn't have a formal portfolio, leading her to panic and ultimately send the university screenshots of her house and apartment designs from "The Sims 4".

While some commenters doubted her story, others shared their architectural experiences with Sims. One individual noted that building in the game was pivotal for aspiring architecture or design students. Others mentioned using the game for professional projects during their studies.

Arwensofiaa sent an email from the university with her successful recruitment results to confirm her acceptance. Submitting a portfolio was merely one of several steps required for student admission.