The Sims 4: Complete Guide

The Sims 4 is a widely acclaimed life simulation video game series, developed by Maxis and published by Electronic Arts. It’s the fourth significant release in the The Sims series, launched on September 2, 2014. In this game, you manage and shape the lives of digital characters known as “Sims” within a simulated world. With The Sims 4, players can customize their Sims’ physical features and personal traits, design and decorate homes, and engage in an array of activities like career advancement, relationship building, and even creating unique clothing and furniture designs.

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Delving into the vast world of The Sims 4 can sometimes mean overlooking some terrific game features. To assist players in uncovering all the vital details and resources needed to maximize their enjoyment, whether they’re beginners or veterans, we’ve put together a comprehensive guide. This resource hub will be consistently updated as The Sims 4 keeps growing, ensuring it stays current for your gaming pleasure.

    Beginner Tips

    This part is tailored for newcomers to The Sims 4. Here, you’ll discover fundamental tips about controls and game mechanics, enabling you to jump right in and play with ease and speed.

    • How to Enable Cheats
    • How to Age Up Toddler
    • How To Have Twins
    • How To Move Houses
    • How to Rotate Items
    • How to Make Items Bigger
    • How To Add A Sim To A Household
    • How To Pay Your Bills
    • Guide To Building Roofs
    • How to Download The Sims 4 for Free
    • How to Adopt a Child
    • How to Do Homework
    • How to Train Pets
    • How to Edit Sims
    • How to Edit Sims
    • How to Install Mods
    • How to Install Mods
    • How To Create A Sim
    • How To Create A Sim
    • How To Move Objects Up And Down
    • How To Move Objects Up And Down
    • How To Change Work Outfit
    • How To Change Work Outfit
    • How to Unlock All Objects
    • How to Unlock All Objects
    • How To Add A Sim To A Household
    • How To Add A Sim To A Household
    • How To Get Married
    • How To Get Married
    • How To Write Songs
    • How To Write Songs
    • All Skill Cheats
    • All Skill Cheats
    • How to Get Promoted
    • How to Get Promoted

    The Sims 4: Base Game Complete Guides


    The Sims 4 Base Game has been free-to-play since October 18th, making it even more accessible to players. At launch in 2014, the Base Game may not have offered as much content as some players had hoped for, but with many updates over the years, it can now be enjoyed as an incredibly rich and immersive gaming experience – even without having to own any paid content. This section provides the information players need to know about the Base Game, and all the activities they can enjoy while playing it.

    • Lot Traits, Explained
    • Lot Challenges, Explained
    • Emotion Guide
    • A Complete Guide To Traits
    • How To Plant Seeds
    • All Possible Ways To Kill A Sim
    • How To Paint Ceilings
    • How to Use Plopsy
    • How To Write Articles
    • How To Write Articles
    • How To Change A Sim’s Pronouns
    • How To Graft Plants
    • The Sims 4: How To Make Money (Without Resorting To Cheats)
    • How to Adopt a Child
    • Crystal Collecting Guide
    • All Collections Guide
    • Cooking Recipes Guide
    • All Fish Guide
    • The Sims 4: Every Life Stage And Lifespan
    • The Sims 4: Infants Complete Guide

    Pack Guides (Expansion Packs, Game Packs, Stuff Packs, Kits)


    Expansion packs for The Sims 4 offer the most comprehensive content updates, introducing a variety of new gameplay features, objects, clothes, styles, worlds, and life states that all revolve around a particular theme. In comparison to full expansion packs, Game packs are typically much smaller. On the other hand, Stuff Packs and Kits are small, downloadable add-on packs that typically don’t provide much in terms of gameplay additions but rather offer new CAS and building items. This section provides full guides to each pack and details the exciting new features they offer.

    • Expansion Pack Complete Guides

      • Get To Work Complete Guide
      • Get Together Complete Guide
      • City Living Complete Guide
      • Cats & Dogs Complete Guide
      • Seasons Complete Guide
      • Get Famous Complete Guide
      • Island Living Complete Guide
      • Discover University Complete Guide
      • Eco Lifestyle Complete Guide
      • Snowy Escape Complete Guide
      • Cottage Living Complete Guide
      • High School Years Complete Guide
      • Growing Together Complete Guide
      • Horse Ranch Complete Guide
    • Game Pack Complete Guides

      • Outdoor Retreat Complete Guide
      • Spa Day Complete Guide
      • Dine Out Complete Guide
      • Vampires Complete Guide
      • Parenthood Complete Guide
      • Jungle Adventure Complete Guide
      • StrangerVille Complete Guide
      • Realm Of Magic Complete Guide
      • Journey To Batuu Complete Guide
      • Dream Home Decorator Complete Guide
      • My Wedding Stories Complete Guide
      • Werewolves Complete Guide
    • Stuff Packs

      Complete guides coming soon! The complete list of Stuff Packs is as follows:

      1. Luxury Party Stuff

      2. Perfect Patio Stuff

      3. Cool Kitchen Stuff

      4. Spooky Stuff

      5. Movie Hangout Stuff

      6. Romantic Garden Stuff

      7. Kids Room Stuff

      8. Backyard Stuff

      9. Vintage Glamour Stuff

      10. Bowling Night Stuff

      11. Fitness Stuff

      12. Toddler Stuff

      13. Laundry Day Stuff

      14. My First Pet Stuff

      15. Moschino Stuff

      16. Tiny Living Stuff

      17. Nifty Knitting Stuff

      18. Paranormal Stuff

      19. Home Chef Hustle Stuff

      20. Crystal Creations Stuff

      Below Stuff Packs already have complete guides to check out:

      • Luxury Party Stuff Complete Guide
      • Perfect Patio Stuff Complete Guide
      • Cool Kitchen Stuff Complete Guide
      • Cool Kitchen Stuff Complete Guide
      • Spooky Stuff Complete Guide
      • Tiny Living Complete Guide
      • Nifty Knitting Complete Guide
    • Kits

      Full list of Kits is as follows:

    • The Sims 4: Bust the Dust Kit
    • The Sims 4: Country Kitchen Kit
    • The Sims 4: Throwback Fit Kit
    • The Sims 4: Courtyard Oasis Kit
    • The Sims 4: Industrial Loft Kit
    • The Sims 4: Fashion Street Kit
    • The Sims 4: Incheon Arrivals Kit
    • The Sims 4: Blooming Rooms Kit
    • The Sims 4: Modern Menswear Kit
    • The Sims 4: Carnaval Streetwear Kit
    • The Sims 4: Décor to the Max Kit
    • The Sims 4: Little Campers Kit
    • The Sims 4: Moonlight Chic Kit
    • The Sims 4: First Fits Kit
    • The Sims 4: Desert Luxe Kit
    • The Sims 4: Everyday Clutter Kit
    • The Sims 4: Pastel Pop Kit
    • The Sims 4: Bathroom Clutter Kit
    • The Sims 4: Simtimates Collection Kit
    • The Sims 4: Basement Treasures Kit
    • The Sims 4: Greenhouse Haven Kit
    • The Sims 4: Grunge Revival Kit
    • The Sims 4: Book Nook Kit
    • The Sims 4: Modern Luxe Kit
    • The Sims 4: Poolside Splash Kit
    • The Sims 4: Castle Estates Kit
    • The Sims 4: Goth Galore Kit
    • The Sims 4: Urban Homage Kit
    • The Sims 4: Party Essentials Kit
    • The Sims 4: Riviera Retreat Kit
    • The Sims 4: Cozy Bistro Kit
    • The Sims 4: Artist Studio Kit
    • The Sims 4: Storybook Nursery Kit
    • The Sims 4: Casanova Cave Kit
    • The Sims 4: Comfy Gamer Kit
    • The Sims 4: Secret Sanctuary Kit
    • Additionally, the below Kits already have a CAS or Build/Buy guide for players to check out:

      • Grunge Revival Kit Guide
      • Basement Treasure Kit Guide
      • Basement Treasure Kit Guide
      • Book Nook Kit Guide
      • Greenhouse Haven Kit Guide
    • Other Pack Specific Gameplay Guides

      • Get Together: Club Guide
      • Get To Work: Retail Guide
      • Seasons – Holiday Guide
      • Seasons – Holiday Guide
      • City Living – Festivals Guide
      • City Living – Festivals Guide
      • Cats & Dogs – How To Adopt a Stray Animal
      • Cats & Dogs – How To Adopt a Stray Animal
      • Cats & Dogs – How To Adopt Pets
      • Cats & Dogs – How To Adopt Pets
      • Cats & Dogs – Veterinarian Skill Guide
      • Get Famous – Acting Skill Guide
      • Get Famous – Acting Skill Guide
      • Discover University – All Degrees Guide
      • Discover University – All Degrees Guide
      • Discover University – How to Join the Secret Society
      • Discover University – How to Join the Secret Society
      • Discover University – How to Pass Exams
      • Discover University – How to Pass Exams
      • Discover University – Robotics Skill Guide
      • Eco Lifestyle: Eco Footprint Guide
      • Eco Lifestyle: Neighborhood Action Plans Guide
      • Snowy Escape: Lifestyles Guide
      • Snowy Escape – How to Complete the Mountain Climb Excursion
      • Snowy Escape – How to Complete the Mountain Climb Excursion
      • Snowy Escape – How to Go Rock Climbing
      • Snowy Escape – How to Go Rock Climbing
      • Snowy Escape – How to Go Skiing and Snowboarding
      • Snowy Escape – How to Go Skiing and Snowboarding
      • High School Years: How To Pass Exams
      • High School Years: How to Drop Out of School
      • High School Years: How To Graduate Early
      • High School Years – How To Sneak Out
      • High School Years – How To Sneak Out
      • Dine Out: Restaurant Guide
      • Realm Of Magic: Ultimate Familiar Guide
      • Realm of Magic: Ultimate Spellcaster Guide
      • Cottage Living – Canning Guide
      • Cottage Living – Canning Guide
      • Paranormal Stuff – How to Summon Bonehilda
      • Paranormal Stuff – How to Summon Bonehilda
      • Werewolves – How to Become Pack Alpha
      • Werewolves – How to Become Pack Alpha
      • Bust the Dust Kit: How To Clean Dust
      • Bust the Dust Kit: How To Clean Dust
      • Nifty Knitting: How to Get the Forbidden Sweater
      • Nifty Knitting: How to Get the Forbidden Sweater
      • Nifty Knitting: Knitting Skill Guide
      • Nifty Knitting: Knitting Skill Guide
      • Growing Together: Milestones Guide
      • Growing Together – All Infant Milestones And How To Unlock Them
      • Growing Together: Infant Food Guide
      • Growing Together: Child Confidence Guide
      • Growing Together: How to Meet the Tooth Fairy
      • Growing Together: Family Dynamics Guide
      • Growing Together: Full Compatibility Guide
      • Growing Together: Conversation Topics Guide
      • Growing Together: Multi-Skill Aspirations Guide
      • Growing Together: Midlife Crisis Guide
      • Growing Together Burnouts Guide
      • Growing Together: Self Discovery Traits Guide
      • Growing Together: Power Walk Guide
      • Growing Together – Layoff Guide
      • Growing Together – Layoff Guide
      • Growing Together: The Keepsafe Box Guide
      • Growing Together: The Keepsafe Box Guide
      • Horse Ranch – How To Get Prairie Grass
      • Horse Ranch – How To Get Prairie Grass
      • Horse Ranch – How to Complete the Championship Rider Aspiration
      • Horse Ranch – How to Complete the Championship Rider Aspiration
      • Horse Ranch – Best Ways to Make Money with Horses
      • Horse Ranch – Best Ways to Make Money with Horses
      • Horse Ranch – How to Win Competitions
      • Horse Ranch – How to Win Competitions
      • Horse Ranch – How to Age Up Horses
      • Horse Ranch – How to Age Up Horses
      • Horse Ranch – How to Complete the Expert Nectar Maker Aspiration
      • Horse Ranch – How to Complete the Expert Nectar Maker Aspiration
      • Horse Ranch – Nectar Making (Skill Guide)
      • Horse Ranch – Nectar Making (Skill Guide)
      • Horse Ranch – Mini Goats And Sheep Guide
      • Horse Ranch – Mini Goats And Sheep Guide
      • Horse Ranch – How To Train Horses
      • Horse Ranch – How To Train Horses
      • Horse Ranch – How to Use Manure
      • Horse Ranch – How to Use Manure
      • Horse Ranch – Riding Skill Guide
      • Horse Ranch – Riding Skill Guide
      • Horse Ranch – How to Raise Horses
      • Horse Ranch – How to Raise Horses
      • Horse Ranch – How To Get A Unicorn
      • Horse Ranch – How To Get A Unicorn
      • Horse Ranch – How to Get a Foal
      • Horse Ranch – How to Get a Foal
      • Horse Ranch – How to Hire a Ranch Hand
      • Horse Ranch – How to Hire a Ranch Hand

    Career Guides


    Similar to other Sims franchise games, The Sims 4 offers a variety of Careers for sims to pursue. As the main way of making money in Sims 4, careers have a significant impact on a sim’s day-to-day life. Aiming for promotions can be beneficial, as they come with rewards, including unlockable items, and a pay increase. This section includes complete guides to each career which provide detailed information about the career including job levels, promotion requirements, daily objectives, ideal moods and helpful tips.

    • How to Stream and Get Followers
    • Paranormal Investigator Career Guide
    • A Complete Guide To The Astronaut Career
    • A Complete Guide To The Culinary Career
    • Tips For The Interior Decorator Career
    • The Best Career For Your Sim (Based On The University They Attended)
    • Acting Career Guide
    • Detective Career Guide
    • Doctor Career Guide
    • Scientist Career Guide
    • Interior Decorator Career Guide
    • Cheer Team After School Activity
    • Football Team After School Activity
    • Complete Scouting Guide
    • Business Career Guide
    • Criminal Career Guide
    • Criminal Career Guide
    • Politician Career Guide

    Occult Guides

    In essence, while The Sims 4 is mainly about simulating real-life scenarios, it offers a unique twist with its integration of supernatural aspects for players to explore. Here, we’ll focus on the primary occult lifestyles that can be found within the core game and additional expansion packs.

    • How To Become A Ghost
    • How To Become An Alien
    • How To Become A Vampire
    • How To Become A Werewolf
    • How To Become A Spellcaster

    Scenarios


    Scenarios are an exciting way to make The Sims 4 even more fun and interesting. These goal-based stories allow the player to make choices that affect the outcome of the game-play and achieve success in different ways. There are a variety of permanent and limited-time scenarios available, so players can always find something new to try. With so many different options to explore, scenarios are a great way to keep the game exciting.

    • Everything You Need To Know About Scenarios
    • Perfectly Well Rounded Scenario
    • Making Money Scenario
    • Too Many Toddlers Scenario
    • Finding Love After A Breakup Scenario
    • Surviving The Holidays Scenario
    • The Power Couple Scenario
    • Celebrate Carnaval Scenario
    • The Honeymooners Scenario
    • The Unlucky Chef Scenario
    • Plant A Sim Scenario
    • Super Rich Supervillain Scenario
    • Frog Fanatic Scenario
    • Aliens Stole My Parents Scenario
    • The Family Fortune Scenario

    Event Guides

    In The Sims 4, the core game plus its expansion and game packs present numerous novel experiences and occasions for your virtual characters to engage with. This guide will walk you through particular events within the game.

    • My Wedding Stories: How To Assign Roles For Your Wedding
    • My Wedding Stories: Vow Renewal
    • My Wedding Stories: Rehearsal Dinner
    • My Wedding Stories: Family Gathering
    • My Wedding Stories: Bach Party
    • My Wedding Stories: Engagement Dinner
    • City Living: Festivals Guide
    • Seasons: Holiday Guide
    • High School Years: Prom
    • Growing Together: Stay Overs
    • Growing Together: Slumber Party
    • Growing Together: Family Reunion
    • Growing Together: Toddler Play Date
    • Growing Together: Toddler Play Date

    Hidden Area Guides

    In The Sims 4, there are secret spots that become accessible once you carry out specific tasks and build up particular abilities. Here, we’ll guide you through finding their locations, gaining entry, and discovering the fun activities available within each one.

    • Sylvan Glade Guide
    • Forgotten Grotto Guide
    • Sixam Guide
    • Deep Woods (Hermit’s House) Guide
    • Cave of Sulani Guide
    • Magic Realm Guide
    • Moonwood Mills Tunnels Guide
    • Mt. Komorebi Upper Mountain Guide

    Create-A-Sim List

    This section showcases the Create-A-Sim (CAS) items for specific packs. Updates are coming soon!

    • Infants Update Create-A-Sim (CAS) Guide
    • High School Years – CAS Guide
    • Growing Together Create-A-Sim (CAS) Guide
    • Horse Ranch – Create-A-Sim (CAS) Guide

    Build Mode List

    This section showcases the Build Mode items for specific packs. Updates are coming soon!

    • Infants Update – Build/Buy Items
    • High School Years – Build/Buy Items
    • Growing Together – All Build/Buy Items
    • Horse Ranch – Build/Buy Guide

    Cheats (Base Game and Pack Specific)

    Certain bundles include exclusive shortcuts not found in other packs. This part of the guide is dedicated to these extra shortcuts, ideal for gamers seeking to accelerate certain elements within the gameplay experience.

    • The Sims 4: How to Do the Motherlode Cheat
    • How to Use The Sims 4 Relationship Cheats
    • Vampire Cheats
    • Journey to Batuu Cheats

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