CHEATS FOR THE SIMS 4
Cheating is a big part of the game. Not only is it easy to access, but it’s even something we kinda, sorta, actually encourage. Strap in as we show you not only how to cheat in The Sims 4, but tell you a few of our favorites The Sims 4 cheat codes.
- How do you enter cheats in The Sims 4?
- How do you cheat for more Simoleons?
- How do you make all homes in the world view free?
- How do you get locked Career Items in Build catalog to purchase?
- How do you unlock cheats that update your object's state?
- How do you teleport your Sims without them being a Vampire?
- How do you manipulate a Sims Needs?
- How do you leave a Sim in a static state?
- How do you set your household with a specific amount of Simoleons?
- How can you move objects anywhere you want?
- How can you see objects that are hidden in the build / buy catalog?
How to do you enter cheats in The Sims 4?
To enter Cheat Codes in The Sims 4, you must first open the Cheat Console by pressing “Ctrl + Shift + C” on your PC or Mac, while in game. This will bring up the cheat dialogue box where you can enter cheats. Don't forget to press “Enter” after typing in a cheat.”
Scroll To TopHow do you cheat for more Simoleons?
For The Sims 4 money cheats:
- Typing “rosebud” or “kaching” would earn you 1,000 simoleons
- Typing “motherlode” will get you 50,000 simoleons
How do you make all homes in the world view free?
Choosing your Sims home can be a challenge when first starting out in the world. So why not open up more real estate possibilities? Activate the cheat console and type in “FreeRealEstate On” to move into any residential lot no matter the cost. To disable this simply activate the cheat console and type in “FreeRealEstate off”.
Scroll To TopHow do you get locked Career Items in Build catalog to purchase?
For this The Sims 4 building cheat, go into build mode and open the cheat dialogue box and type “bb.ignoregameplayunlocksentitlement”.
Scroll To TopHow do you unlock cheats that update your object’s state?
When trying to tell a specific story you may want objects to be in a certain state, like making kitchen counters Dirty or Clean. To do this activate the cheat console, type in “testingcheats true”, and while holding the “Shift” key click on an object and chose “Make Dirty” if clean or “Make Clean” if dirty.
Scroll To TopHow do you teleport your Sims without them being a Vampire?
Using “testingcheats true” click anywhere on the ground while holding shift in the area where you want your Sim to teleport and select “Teleport Me Here”.
Scroll To TopHow do you manipulate a Sims Needs?
If your Sim is unhappy and you want to manually adjust their needs so they are happy again you will need to activate the cheat console, type in “testingcheats true”, shift and click on the Sim you’d like to change the needs for, and select “Make Happy”.
Scroll To TopHow do you leave a Sim in a static state?
If your Sims are in a certain state where their needs are either all green, or maybe all red, and you want them to stay that way for an extended time you will need to activate the cheat console, type in “testingcheats true”, hold down shift and click on the Sim you are wanting to edit, select “cheat need”, and select “disable need decay”. To re-enable simply follow the instructions and select “enable need decay” instead.
Scroll To TopHow do you set your household with a specific amount of Simoleons?
To put an exact amount of Simoleons in a household’s funds you will need to activate the cheat console., type in “testingcheats true”, type in “Money X” with the “x” being the amount you’d want in the account.
For example: typing in “Money 145897” will make the household funds 145,897 exactly.
Scroll To TopHow can you move objects anywhere you want?
In build mode you may want to place objects (like furniture or windows) in places that the grid won’t allow. To do this activate the cheat console, type in “bb.moveobjects on”, and select the object you’d like to place and you’ll find that you can put it anywhere inside your lot.
Scroll To TopHow can you see objects that are hidden in the build / buy catalog?
Sometimes there are objects that are hidden in the build / buy catalog, example: special in-game events that have ended, that you might want to access. To do this activate the cheat console, type in “bb.showhiddenobjects” and you’ll find the objects are now available to use.
Scroll To TopCheats are a time-honored tradition of Sims players everywhere. We won’t judge you for using them. In fact, we encourage it! Learn all about console cheats for The Sims™ 4 ahead, or find cheats for PC/Mac here.
Console Cheats vs. PC/Mac Cheats
There are a few differences between entering cheat codes on a PC/Mac and entering them on a console like the PlayStation®4 or Xbox One. The most important, though, is that enabling some cheats on a console actually disables Achievements and Trophies on your current game save. You’ll need to earn those the old-fashioned way, without using cheats.
Specifically, any of the cheat codes that require you to input “testingcheats true” are the ones that disable Achievements in your current game save. (Note that it does not disable Achievements in your other saves!)
Luckily, Build mode cheats like the ones listed here are fair game!
Scroll To TopHow to Open the Cheat Console
To enter cheat codes for The Sims 4 on a PlayStation 4 or Xbox One, start by launching a new game or opening a saved game. Then, open the Cheat Console by holding down all four shoulder buttons while in game (or, if you’re using a mouse and keyboard with your console, press CTRL+Shift+C). This will bring up the cheat dialogue box.
While most Build mode cheats only require entering the cheat code you want to use, Live mode cheats may involve an extra step, which you can read about here.
To close the Cheat Console once you’ve entered your cheat codes, press all four shoulder buttons again (or pressing ESC if you’re using a mouse and keyboard).
Additionally, some cheats may require shift-clicking Sims or objects. To execute a shift-click, hold Circle and press X (on PlayStation 4) or hold B and press A (on Xbox One).
Scroll To TopBuild Mode Cheats
There are three different modes in The Sims 4: Create-a-Sim mode, Build mode, and Live mode. You can enter Build/Buy cheats in both Live mode or Build mode, but you must be in Build mode to use them. The Build mode cheats include codes for moving objects, expanding the Build/Buy catalog, and more.
If you’re looking for Live mode cheats, you can find them here.
Hold L2+R2 (PlayStation 4) or LT+RT (Xbox One) and press up/down on the D‑pad
Increases/decreases size of selected object
bb.enablefreebuild
Enables ability to build anywhere, including locked lots
bb.ignoregameplayunlocksentitlement
Unlocks all career rewards in Buy mode
bb.moveobjects
Removes restrictions on item placement
bb.showhiddenobjects
Shows all in-game items that aren’t available for purchase
Cheats are a time-honored tradition of Sims players everywhere. We won’t judge you for using them. In fact, we encourage it! Learn all about console cheats for The Sims™ 4 ahead, or find cheats for PC/Mac here.
Console Cheats vs. PC/Mac Cheats
There are a few differences between entering cheat codes on a PC/Mac and entering them on a console like the PlayStation®4 or Xbox One. The most important, though, is that enabling some cheats on a console actually disables Achievements and Trophies on your current game save. You’ll need to earn those the old-fashioned way, without using cheats.
Specifically, any of the cheat codes that require you to input “testingcheats true” are the ones that disable Achievements in your current game save. (Note that it does not disable Achievements in your other saves!)
Luckily, Build mode cheats are fair game!
Scroll To TopHow to Open the Cheat Console
To enter cheat codes for Live mode of The Sims 4 on a PlayStation or Xbox, start by launching a new game or opening a saved game. Then, open the Cheat Console by holding down all four shoulder buttons while in game (or, if you’re using a mouse and keyboard with your console, press CTRL+Shift+C). This will bring up the cheat dialogue box.
To enable cheats, type in “testingcheats true” and then add whichever cheat you want! Close the Cheat Console by pressing all four shoulder buttons again (or pressing ESC if you’re using a mouse and keyboard).
Additionally, some cheats may require shift-clicking Sims or objects. To execute a shift-click, hold Circle and press X (on PlayStation 4) or hold B and press A (on Xbox One).
Scroll To TopLive Mode Cheats
There are three different modes in The Sims 4: Create-a-Sim mode, Build mode, and Live mode. All of the following cheat codes will be entered while you’re in Live mode. These include cheats for money, careers, relationships, needs, skills, and more.
If you’re looking for Build mode cheats, you can find them here.
General Cheats
aspirations.complete_current_milestone
Completes current aspiration milestone
cas.fulleditmode
Opens the Sim character creation menu
death.toggle true/false
Enables/disables death
household.autopay_bills true/false
Enables/disables bills for the household
testingcheats true/false
Enables/disables cheats
Money Cheats
freerealestate on/off
Makes all homes free. Must be entered at world or neighborhood screen.
kaching/rosebud
Adds 1,000 Simoleons
money [number]
Adds specified [number] of funds
motherlode
Adds 50,000 Simoleons
Career Cheats
careers.demote [career name]
Gives the Sim a demotion in the listed career
careers.promote [career name]
Gives the Sim a promotion in the listed career
careers.remove_career [career name]
Causes a Sim to abandon the listed career
Need Cheats
resetSim [first name][last name]
Resets a stuck Sim
sims.fill_all_commodities
Fills all needs for the active Sim
sims.give_satisfaction_points [number]
Gives a specified number of satisfaction points to active Sim
sims.remove_all_buffs
Removes Moodlets and returns Sim to neutral mood state
stats.fill_all_commodities_household
Fills all needs for each Sim in the current household