So I found out some interesting things when looking into this further. Some have been saying that there's a pretty decent chance that we're just not getting the full picture of the Socially Awkward trait with a good chunk of the early access gameplay. Apparently there's a "work on social awkwardness" option on mirrors. Doing this, along with leveling charisma, should lower the chances of interaction failure. If this is true, then maybe the trait isn't actually as punishing in that regard as I thought? And on top of that, in James Turner's gameplay, his Sim has both the Socially Awkward and Overachiever traits. According to some people in the comments of his videos, the Overachiever trait can also cause occasional interaction failure, so he's pretty much playing with a double whammy.
@The_Ratticator , I was going to post the same thing! (We clearly saw the same video!) So, @valohim666 , @GiardiniDiMarzo if the Socially Awkward trait seems a bit excessive, make sure you also don't give them the Overachiever trait ! 😅
Also, I must say that having the ability to work on Social Awkwardness is a nice touch to add to the gameplay! 🥳
@daikoyu , I look forward to the challenge of the Overachiever trait! It will certainly be easier than it is in real life! 😅 Glad to see someone else is looking forward to it! 😉
