Unleashing the Power of Cheats
The Sims franchise has captivated players worldwide with its quirky gameplay and immersive virtual world. Since its launch in 2014, The Sims 4 has taken the series to new heights, offering players a refined Sim creation system and a host of quality-of-life improvements. And when it’s time to let loose and embrace the absurd, The Sims 4 cheats are here to enhance your gaming experience. From boosting stats to amassing unlimited wealth, these cheats can make your Sim’s life anything but ordinary.
How to Enable Cheats in The Sims 4
The Sims 4 isn’t your typical game when it comes to cheats. While cheat codes have become less common in modern gaming, The Sims 4 still embraces this nostalgic feature. Enabling cheats requires a bit of know-how. Follow these steps to unlock their power:
On PC:
- Press Ctrl + Shift + C (Command + Shift + C on Mac) to open the cheat console.
- Type “testingcheats on” exactly as written to enable cheats.
- Now you can enter various cheat codes. Remember to type them correctly for them to work. To disable cheats, type “testingcheats off” in the same box.
On PS4 and Xbox One:
- Press all shoulder and trigger buttons simultaneously.
- On PS4 or PS5, press L1, R1, L2, R2. On Xbox One or Xbox Series X, press LB, RB, LT, RT.
- The cheat console will appear. Follow the same steps as above to enable cheats by typing “testingcheats on”.
- Note that activating cheats on consoles may disable the ability to earn certain trophies or achievements. So, use them wisely.
Once you’ve enabled cheats, you can start experimenting with the vast array of cheat codes available.
Unlocking Wealth: The Money Cheat in The Sims 4
Who doesn’t want a bit of financial freedom in their Sim’s life? Luckily, The Sims 4 offers several cheat codes to ensure you never run out of simoleons. Here are some money cheat codes you can enter in the cheat console:
- “rosebud” – gives you 1,000 simoleons.
- “kaching” – also gives you 1,000 simoleons.
- “motherlode” – rewards you with a whopping 50,000 simoleons.
- “Money [amount]” – sets your household’s funds to the given amount.
- “sims.modify_funds [+/-][amount]” – adds or subtracts the specified amount of Simoleons from your household’s funds.
Alternatively, you can use the code “Money [amount]” to instantly gain a specific amount of money. For example, to add 50 simoleons, type “Money 50” after enabling cheats. Please note that using this method will replace your total amount of money, rather than adding to it.
Building Your Dream: Build Mode Cheats
For those who find joy in constructing the perfect Sim abode, The Sims 4 build mode cheats offer endless possibilities. Instead of being limited by the game’s constraints, these cheats grant you the freedom to build anywhere and unlock career items instantly. Below are some notable build mode cheats:
- “FreeRealEstate On” – enables free building anywhere.
- “FreeRealEstate Off” – disables free building anywhere.
- “bb.moveobjects on” – allows you to move objects anywhere, ignoring grid placement.
- “bb.enablefreebuild” – grants the ability to build anywhere.
- “bb.ignoregameplayunlocksentitlement” – unlocks any locked career items in Build mode.
By using these cheats individually or in combination, you can save money, explore creative possibilities, and enjoy unprecedented freedom in building your Sims’ world.
Master Your Sim’s Skills: Stat Cheats
Skill development is vital for your Sim’s growth and success in The Sims 4. Although you can progress through the game traditionally, cheats offer a shortcut to instant expertise in various areas. By using the following code, you can quickly set your Sim’s skill level:
- “stats.set_skill_level [skilltype] [1-10]”
For instance, to set your Sim’s Fitness skill level to 8, enter the code “stats.set_skill_level Major_Fitness 8”. Here are some skill-related cheats you can combine with the above code:
- Major_Fishing
- Major_Mischief
- Major_Guitar
- Major_Reaping
- Major_Programming
- Major_Gardening
- Major_GourmetCooking
- Major_Comedy
- Major_Charisma
- Major_Writing
- Major_VideoGaming
- Major_Violin
- Major_RocketScience
- Major_Painting
- Major_Piano
- Major_Logic
- Major_Handiness
- Major_HomestyleCooking
- Major_Bartending
- Major_Dj
- Skill_Fitness
- Skill_Child_Social
- Skill_Child_Motor
- Skill_Child_Creativity
- Skill_Child_Mental
Why spend hours learning to play the piano when you can instantly become a virtuoso with a cheat code?
Accelerate the Miracle of Life: Pregnancy Cheats
Pregnancy can be a time-consuming process in The Sims 4, but with a little help from cheat codes, you can speed things up. To make a Sim or Ghost pregnant up to a specific trimester, use the following codes:
- “sims.add_buff buff_pregnancy_trimester1” – first trimester
- “sims.add_buff buff_pregnancy_trimester2” – second trimester
- “sims.add_buff buff_pregnancy_trimester3” – third trimester
- “sims.add_buff buff_pregnancy_inlabor” – ready to give birth
With these cheats, you can bypass the lengthy wait and witness the miracle of life in no time.
Forge Unbreakable Bonds: Relationship Cheats
Building meaningful relationships with other Sims is an essential part of The Sims 4. However, cultivating these connections can be time-consuming. Thankfully, cheat codes exist to expedite the process. Whether you wish to deepen friendships or ignite passionate romances, use the following cheats:
- “relationships.create_friends_for_sim” – creates a new Sim with 100% Friendship.
- “modifyrelationship ‘entire Sim name 1’ ‘entire Sim name 2’ 100 ltr_friendship_main” – establishes a 100% positive friendship between two specific Sims. Replace ‘entire Sim name 1’ and ‘entire Sim name 2’ with the first and last names of the Sims.
- “modifyrelationship ‘entire Sim name 1’ ‘entire Sim name 2’ -100 ltr_friendship_main” – creates a 100% negative friendship between two specific Sims. Again, replace ‘entire Sim name 1’ and ‘entire Sim name 2’ with the appropriate names.
- “modifyrelationship ‘entire Sim name 1’ ‘entire Sim name 2’ 100 ltr_romance_main” – establishes a 100% positive romance between two specific Sims. As before, replace the names accordingly.
- “modifyrelationship ‘entire Sim name 1’ ‘entire Sim name 2’ -100 ltr_romance_main” – creates a 100% negative romance between two specific Sims. Replace the names as mentioned.
These cheats allow you to shape your Sim’s relationships to your liking, forging deep connections or sowing seeds of discord with just a few keystrokes.
Defying Death: Negate or Cause Death Cheats
Death is an inevitable part of life, even in The Sims 4. However, if you wish to circumvent the Grim Reaper’s grasp or indulge in some morbid mischief, cheat codes can grant you that power. Use these death-related cheats:
- “death.toggle true” – prevents Sims from dying.
- “death.toggle false” – allows Sims to die again.
- “sims.add_buff buff_death_electrocution_warning” – causes death by electrocution.
- “sims.add_buff buff_mortified” – leads to death from embarrassment within five hours.
- “sims.add_buff buff_motives_hunger_starving” – results in death from starvation within a day.
Remember, death doesn’t have to be permanent in Sim life. These death cheats are meant to add a touch of dark humor to your gameplay.
Satisfy Your Sim’s Needs: Motive Cheats
Maintaining a Sim’s needs, such as energy, fun, hunger, hygiene, and socializing, can sometimes feel like a chore. To ease this burden, The Sims 4 offers motive cheats that ensure your Sim’s needs are always met. Take advantage of the following cheats:
- “sims.give_satisfaction_points ‘X'” – grants your Sim satisfaction points. Replace ‘X’ with the desired amount.
- “fillmotive motive_energy” – refills your Sim’s energy.
- “fillmotive motive_fun” – replenishes your Sim’s fun gauge.
- “fillmotive motive_hunger” – satisfies your Sim’s hunger.
- “fillmotive motive_hygiene” – refreshes your Sim’s hygiene.
- “fillmotive motive_social” – fulfills your Sim’s social needs.
- “sims.fill_all_commodities” – refills all of your Sim’s needs simultaneously.
With these cheats, you can focus on other aspects of the game without being constantly interrupted by your Sim’s bodily functions.
Climbing the Career Ladder: Career Advancement Cheats
Careers play a significant role in The Sims 4, and progressing in your chosen profession requires time and effort. However, cheat codes can help expedite your Sim’s ascent up the career ladder. By utilizing career-related cheats, you can accomplish career objectives, unlock specialized trades, and more. Here are a few career cheats to consider:
- “aspirations.complete_current_milestone” – instantly completes the current career goal.
- “careers.add_career ‘x'” – adds a specific career (‘x’ represents your chosen career).
- “careers.promote ‘x'” – promotes your Sim within their career.
- “careers.retire ‘X'” – grants your Sim early retirement.
With these cheats, you can fast-track your Sim to career success and bypass the often time-consuming process of climbing the professional ranks.
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