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How do you make peace with the randomly generated sims?
I have realised that the reason I can't move beyond about 3 generations in any legacy is that I actually spend hours more on making over the randomly generated sims, and also making over the randomly generated outfits when unplayed premades age-up, than I do actually in game play. Yes, it is a me problem that I can't make peace with the, let's face it, clowns the game randomly generates to fill NPC roles, etc. I don't even let my sims visit bars anymore because they generate thousands of "bar regulars". So far, my coping techniques have been mods, but I still find these are hit-or-miss (especially since career outfits don't retain the hairstyle from the makeover). I need advice then, from people who are able to continue to play (particularly long legacies) despite the state of the randomly generated 'clowns' the game creates after the original premades die off. How do you just remain unbothered? I really want to do a legacy challenge, but this petty irritation keeps me from getting interested in multi-generational saves.
Sims4 Random Thoughts thread 2.0
Old version was locked some time ago, so here we have a new one. From old thread: A thread for those occasions when we want to comment on something game related or ask a question without having to start a new thread. Or those comments and questions that don't really fit into an existing thread.
What happened in your game today?
Hi everyone! I hope you're all enjoying the new forum so far. I know I am!! I'm Charla, a big fan of The Sims 4! ☺️ I was going to join on the old one, but, as it only had a week left I decided to wait until today. I loved lurking on the what happened in your game today thread so I thought would create a new one here. So what's happened in your game today? Today in my game I was playing as a character I created, Lauren Lord. She's an young adult, who dreams of being an author and a mom. Currently she's working as a school teacher, but today she had no work, she stayed at home and played chess and tended to her plants (when it wasn't raining!). I also made this new Sim :) hope the pic works! Look forward to seeing what's happening in your games. X
The Sims 4: Royalty & Legacy - Official Screenshot Thread!
Sul Sul everyone! It’s almost time to claim the throne and build your Dynasty with our newest expansion, Royalty & Legacy! So straighten your crown, sharpen your sword, find a frog to kiss, and share all your castles, outfits and scandals as you conquer the beautiful world of Ondarion!
Farewell SDX and Offline mode !
Hi, Marketplace has replaced Sims Delivery Express and it's no longer possible to disable Online Social Features Access (Turning off Gallery, Events and Shopping Cart notifications). SDX was introduced in 2021. (Blog article : https://www.ea.com/news/sims-411-recap-oct-29-2021 )
Challenges to do
I've started getting a bit bored doing regular things in the sims 4 and I'm looking for some challenges, the only packs I currently own is Seasons and Cottage living, and if you wanna count it i also got backyard stuff, romantic garden stuff, my first pet stuff and the holiday celebration, I've never been a big fan of the 100 babies challenge so I'm looking for other recommendations on challenges
Giveaways 💜💸💜 Play To Win Series
I love hosting giveaways in The Sims 4! The most fun way to run a giveaway for me personally is to encourage you to get in game and play. It's that simple! Everyone who's played this series with me really enjoys the experience and I get all the feels from seeing your screenshot entries! Here's how to play: Download the base game sim I've shared to the gallery (EA ID GLovely1) Drop that sim in your game & take a screenshot of them Post your screenshot to this thread using the given statement in the gallery description Have fun playing! Now let's roll out my first Play to Win of 2026! Up for grabs: One PC code for Eco Lifestyle ~ Good luck! Here's the sim you'll need → Nash AdamsPatch March 17 (Update March 20)
Patch Notes: Bug Bash and Maker Packs | EA Forums - 13258685 Marketplace Discussions The Sims Marketplace | EA Forums Laundry List for Tuesday's Patch Laundry List March 10, 2026 (Patch March 17) | EA Forums - 13243878 Preparing for Tuesday's Update: Back up your saves. Backing Up Saves in The Sims 4 - Keep Your Sims Safe! | EA Forums - 12913482 Remove your mods folder. Delete cache files: https://sims4.crinrict.com/eng/2014/09/delete-cache-file Turn off automatic updates/go offline in the EA App if you are not ready to update your game: https://crinrict.com/blog/2014/08/origin-turning-automatic-updates-on-off.htm And for mod users don't forget to check @luthienrising Broken/Obsolete/Updated Mods thread and the Best Practices thread. The Sims 4 Mods & Custom Content | EA Forums Mods + Game Updates: Best Practices and Getting You Back Into The Sims 4 | EA Forums - 12938569 _________________________________________________________________________________________ ⚠️Please Report Mod Issues Here:⚠️ The Sims 4 Mods & Custom Content | EA ForumsGiveaway: Pick A Kit (Ends Today, March 21)
Enter to win a code for one of the following Kits for PC/MAC/EA App. Wonderland Playroom Modern Retreat Garden To Table Yard Charm Prairie Dreams To enter post which kit you're entering for. Giveaway ends on Saturday, March 21st. Winners announced on Sunday, March 22nd . Codes courtesy of the EA Creators Network/Sims Creator Program. Good luck everyone!
List of Traits in The Sims 4
Hello! Despite the discussion collecting these already existing, I've decided to make my own traits list due to how these forums work (it starts from the first post, not the last post, and it takes long to reach the last post). This list contains all the traits in-game, both visible and hidden, in these sections: Base Game Expansion Packs Game Packs Stuff Packs & Kits Non-Pack Filtered Visible Traits Non-Pack Filtered Hidden Traits Popular traits Update Log To add a trait, you'll need to use this cheat: traits.equip_trait [trait_codename] And to remove a trait, you'll need to use this cheat: traits.remove_trait [trait_codename] In both cheats, [trait_codename] needs to be replaced with trait's codename. For most of the personality traits, it's same as its name, but there are exceptions (Erratic for example). Find the trait codenames in the list below. These lists will be kept updated as patches and packs come out. Please do not post under these trait lists. If you'd like to suggest traits for the popular section or want to discuss some traits, please reply to either this post or someone else's.
Funny pics
Do you ever capture pictures from fun or awkward situations in your game? Often my sims will make me smile just because they did position weirdly, making a totally normal situation look funny. - Hello again, Hairdresser, I got a complaint! Your solution turned out to be unpractical. Are you sure I can't have a ponytail, without the horse?Is there a lore link between Ermelinda and Cordelia?
I already stated that Ermelinda Abrantes has become a favorite. When exploring her house in Verdemar, I tried looking for bits of her story. First thing we all noticed is her pasion for the teal green color. Verdemar means the green sea, so this makes sense, but also ties Ermelinda to a history including the sea. On the wall behind her throne is a ship's steering wheel, underlining this. Was she sailing around in her younger years? There are many details in this house pointing to a maritime story. The deco ship on the sitting room table is just one of them. There is also the bust of Cornelia. I wonder why the Abrantes family has this statue? And what about the many paintings with a jazz motif, that was one of Princess Cordelia I's big interests? There is also the painting created by Cordelia herself, "Land-Coral Garden". Such paintings are found in several builds of Ondarion, so it might not be unique for the Abrantes home, but still... First I thought the Abrantes dynasty was at least a few generations old, but no. According to Ermelinda's milestones it was founded by her, before the birth of her two children. So, let's say it's 30-50 years old? There is no milestone directing to a husband or marriage, meaning maybe Ermelinda was never married to her children's father. Or were there more than one man in her life? It feels like her ways are quite similar as the Thebe line. Hardly any father to all those Cordelia girls are known, either. Does the strong tie to the green, suggest that the Abrantes family had a central position in Verdemar, explaining the Thebe rivalry? My main impression from checking out Ermelinda's house is that I get the feeling that a Cordelia could very well have lived in this house. They feel like two versions of one and the same... Do the two have more in common than we know? Could it even be that Ermelinda descends from a former Cordelia? A few generations back of course, or her son could not marry Cordelia V. Or was the Abrantes house simply designed with Cordelia in mind? Or is all this random? Anyone else out there pondering about these things? :)
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