Does sims 4 have badges like sims 3?

I wonder how I can vary my gameplay for the base game until I get some extra packs at a sale.

The only badges available in the game are the scouting badges earned for participating in scouting. Scouting is available if you have the Seasons expansion pack.

https://www.carls-sims-4-guide.com/expansionpacks/seasons/scouting.php

While waiting to purchase packs you may want to check out a challenge.

https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/906643/sims-4-challenge-list-updated-may-24-2021/p1

Lol, I forgot all about the scenarios. ? That's probably the best option for a new player.

ETA: Here's an article on some scenarios designed to introduce new players to the game.

https://simscommunity.info/2022/08/31/all-about-the-new-sims-4-scenarios/

And EA info on scenarios.

https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/scenarios

From the main menu.

https://i.imgur.com/7kRqaWt.png

Thanks, that is the information I am seeking.

I noticed that I become an introvert after 24 hours of inactivity. That is under achievements. How do I access achievements in the sims 4?

Achievements work differently for the PC version of the game. It's tied to save file, not the account. However if you're playing on console then it is tied to the account.