The Sims 4 offers a playground of endless possibilities, and if you’re looking to push the boundaries of creativity, control your Sims’ lives, or simply make your experience more enjoyable, cheats can be your golden key. Whether it’s skipping the grind with unlimited Simoleons, advancing career levels instantly, or unlocking hidden gameplay features, cheats in The Sims 4 empower players to truly shape their virtual world. This comprehensive guide will teach you everything you need to know about using cheats effectively and efficiently, whether you’re on PC, Mac, PlayStation, or Xbox. Dive in and unleash the full potential of your Sims universe!

How to Open the Cheat Console – A Step-by-Step Guide

Accessing cheats requires you to open the cheat console, which serves as the gateway to all cheat commands in The Sims 4. The process varies based on the platform you’re playing on, but it’s simple and quick. Follow the steps below:

PC

  • Press Ctrl + Shift + C simultaneously.
  • A text field will appear at the top of your screen.

Mac

  • Press Command (⌘) + Shift + C simultaneously.
  • The same cheat console will appear at the top of the screen.

PS4 and Xbox

  • Hold down all four shoulder buttons at the same time (L1, L2, R1, R2).
  • Once the text field pops up, you’re ready to enter your desired cheat codes.

Before entering your cheats, type testingcheats true to enable all cheat functionality. This command unlocks advanced cheats and allows you to use shift-click interactions for many more options.

General Cheats for Everyday Gameplay

The following cheats can be lifesavers for a variety of tasks, from making money to fulfilling your Sims’ basic needs or editing in Build/Buy mode. Here’s a breakdown of the most popular commands:

Money Cheats

  • rosebud or kaching: Instantly adds 1,000 Simoleons to your household funds.
  • motherlode: Adds a whopping 50,000 Simoleons to your funds!
  • money [amount]: Replace “[amount]” with a number to set your funds to a specific value (e.g., money 100000 sets your household funds to 100,000 Simoleons).

Free Real Estate

  • freerealestate on: Makes all lots and houses free when you’re moving Sims into a new home.
  • freerealestate off: Disables the free real estate cheat.

Career Cheats

  • careers.promote [career name]: Instantly promotes your Sim in their current career (e.g., careers.promote writer).
  • careers.demote [career name]: Demotes your Sim to a lower career level.
  • careers.remove_career [career name]: Makes your Sim quit their current job.

Build/Buy Mode Cheats

  • bb.ignoregameplayunlocksentitlement: Unlocks all build mode items locked behind career progress.
  • bb.moveobjects: Allows you to place objects freely without snapping to the grid.
  • bb.showhiddenobjects: Unlocks hidden (“debug”) objects in Build/Buy mode.

Need and Mood Cheats

  • sims.fill_all_commodities: Fully satisfies all of the active Sim’s needs.
  • stats.fill_all_commodities_household: Refills the needs of every Sim in the household.
  • sims.give_satisfaction_points [number]: Awards the active Sim with a specified number of satisfaction points.

How to Use Testing Cheats – Unlock the Full Cheat Arsenal

One of the most powerful cheat commands is testingcheats true, which unlocks advanced features and interactions when typing other commands or interacting with Sims and objects. Here’s how you can use it:

Shift-Click Cheats

  • PC/Mac: Hold Shift and click on a Sim or object.
  • PlayStation: Hold Circle and press X.
  • Xbox: Hold B and press A.

After shift-clicking, you’ll see additional options for cheats, such as:

  • Reset Object (Debug): Resets the selected Sim or object to its default state.
  • Teleport Here: Instantly moves your Sim to the targeted location.
  • Make Happy: Fills all needs to their maximum and gives a “Happy” moodlet.
  • Disable Need Decay: Needs for the selected Sim will no longer decay over time.

Special Cheats for Expansion Packs

If you own additional content like expansion packs, such as Seasons or Get to Work, there are specific cheats to enhance those gameplay features:

Seasons (Weather and Seasonal Events)

  • seasons.advance_season: Skips to the next season in the current game.
  • seasons.set_season [0-3]: Sets the current season (0 = Summer, 1 = Fall, 2 = Winter, 3 = Spring).
  • weather.start_weather_event [weather name]: Starts a specific weather event (e.g., weather.start_weather_event rain_heavy).

Get to Work (Career Cheats)

  • careers.promote Detective: Gives your Sim a promotion in the Detective career.
  • careers.promote Doctor: Promotes your Sim in the Medical career track.

How to Maximize Skills and Satisfaction Points

Boosting skills and earning satisfaction points has never been easier. Use these cheats to fast-track your Sims’ accomplishments:

Skill Cheats

  • stats.set_skill_level [skill name] [1-10]: Sets a specific skill level to the desired number (e.g., stats.set_skill_level Major_Programming 10 to max out the programming skill).

Satisfaction Points

  • sims.give_satisfaction_points [number]: Awards a specified number of satisfaction points to the active Sim.

How-to Guide – Steps to Enable Cheats in The Sims 4

  1. Open the cheat console on your platform (use Ctrl + Shift + C, Command + Shift + C, or all shoulder buttons).
  2. Type testingcheats true and press Enter.
  3. Enter your desired cheat code; for example, type motherlode to get 50,000 Simoleons.
  4. Press Enter again, and the cheat will take effect.
  5. Close the cheat console by pressing Esc.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheat to get unlimited money in Sims 4?

Enter motherlode or repeat kaching/ rosebud multiple times to accumulate money rapidly.

How do I enable shift-click cheats in The Sims 4?

First, type testingcheats true into the cheat console. Then hold Shift (or the console equivalent) while clicking objects or Sims to access extra options.

How do I max out skills in The Sims 4?

Use the command stats.set_skill_level [skill name] [1-10]. Replace “[skill name]” with the skill and set it to level 10 for maximum proficiency.

Can I cheat in The Sims 4 without mods?

Yes, cheats can be used without any mods. Open the cheat console and input the built-in cheat codes listed above.

Does typing cheats disable achievements?

Achievements and trophies are disabled when cheats are activated in The Sims 4.

Can I build without restrictions in Build/Buy mode?

Yes! Type bb.moveobjects to disable placement restrictions while building.

How do I reset a glitched Sim?

Use resetSim [First Name] [Last Name] to reset the specific Sim.

Are cheats different for expansion packs?

Yes, certain cheats are specific to expansion packs, like seasons.advance_season for the Seasons pack.

Can I edit Sims after creating them?

Type cas.fulleditmode and shift-click the Sim to access full editing options in Create-a-Sim (CAS).

How do I disable cheats after enabling them?

Cheats like testingcheats true can be turned off by typing testingcheats false.

Conclusion

Cheats in The Sims 4 add unmatched flexibility and fun to your gameplay. By mastering the cheat console and understanding the various codes, you can unlock infinite creativity, enhance your Sims’ lives, and explore every nook and cranny of this virtual sandbox. Whether you want to build your dream mansion, fast-track a Sim’s career, or simply keep their needs maxed out, cheats are your go-to tool for endless enjoyment. Start experimenting today—those Simoleons won’t earn themselves!