Can You Tell If Your Sim Is Pregnant With Twins? A Comprehensive Guide to Multiple Births in The Sims 4
Yes, discerning whether your Sim is pregnant with twins (or even triplets!) in The Sims 4 can be a fun and intriguing aspect of gameplay. While the game doesn’t explicitly announce a multiple pregnancy outright, there are several clues and methods you can use to determine if you’re expecting more than one bundle of joy. From subtle in-game cues to utilizing mods and cheats, we’ll explore all the ways to uncover the secrets hidden within your Sim’s burgeoning belly.
Spotting the Signs: In-Game Clues
Moodlets and Pregnancy Stages
The most basic way to track a pregnancy is by observing your Sim’s moodlets. During each trimester, a specific moodlet with a pacifier icon will appear, indicating the pregnancy’s progress. However, these moodlets won’t tell you about the number of babies. The third trimester is generally when players start to observe pregnancy and baby related issues like stretch marks etc.
Ultrasound Scans (with Mods)
Without mods or cheats, the game won’t naturally provide definitive information about the number of babies during pregnancy. However, certain mods, like the PregnancyScan and ReseedV2.0 by Java7nerd (available on sites like MTS – Mod The Sims) can add this functionality. This mod provides the ability to perform a pregnancy scan, revealing the number of babies and even allowing you to influence their gender. The pregnancy scan mod also helps in re-seeding the option to change the baby’s sex.
Behavioral Cues
While not foolproof, keep an eye on your pregnant Sim’s actions. Some players report increased hunger and exhaustion in Sims carrying multiples, but this is anecdotal and not a guaranteed indicator. Observe for unique interactions or actions that could suggest something special is happening.
Leveraging Mods and Cheats
Pregnancy Mods
As mentioned earlier, pregnancy mods are your best bet for definitive confirmation. These mods add features like ultrasound scans that explicitly tell you how many babies your Sim is carrying. They offer a level of realism and control that the base game lacks. Do note that mods are only available on PC/Mac.
Cheat Codes
While cheat codes cannot directly reveal the number of babies, they can influence the outcome. The cheat code pregnancy.forceoffspringcount (Sim ID here) (number of babies) allows you to predetermine the number of babies. For example, pregnancy.forceoffspringcount (123456789) (3) will guarantee triplets for the Sim with the ID 123456789. However, using this cheat won’t tell you the number of babies beforehand; it only sets the outcome.
Natural Factors Influencing Multiple Births
Even without cheats or mods, there are factors that can increase the likelihood of your Sim having twins or triplets:
- Lot Traits: Certain lot traits can increase the chances of multiple births.
- Fertile Trait: Purchasing the Fertile trait from the Rewards Store significantly boosts the odds of having twins or triplets.
- Fertility Treatments: Using fertility treatments can also help your Sim conceive multiples.
FAQs: Your Burning Questions Answered
Here are some frequently asked questions to further enhance your understanding of pregnancies and multiple births in The Sims 4:
1. How do I find my Sim’s ID for cheat codes?
To find a Sim’s ID, open the cheat console (Ctrl+Shift+C on PC, Command+Shift+C on Mac) and type sims.getsimidbyname [Sim’s First Name] [Sim’s Last Name]. This will display the Sim’s ID number, which you can then use in other cheat codes.
2. Can Sims have twins naturally in The Sims 4?
Yes! When a Sim becomes pregnant, there is a chance they will give birth to twins or even triplets! Certain traits or lot traits can help increase the odds.
3. What factors increase the chance of having twins?
Factors that increase the chance of twins include utilizing the Fertile Reward, and using Lot Traits which encourage fertility.
4. Is there a way to rush a pregnancy in The Sims 4?
Yes, there are several ways to speed up a pregnancy. You can use cheats to advance the pregnancy stage or modify the game’s speed.
5. How long is a Sim pregnant in The Sims 4?
Sims are typically pregnant for around 3 in-game days.
6. Can teen Sims get pregnant in The Sims 4?
No, Teen Sims cannot “Try for Baby” but there may be mods that change this.
7. What is the cheat for triplets in The Sims 4?
The cheat code is pregnancy.forceoffspringcount (Sim ID here) (3). Replace (Sim ID here) with the Sim’s ID number.
8. Can I influence the gender of my Sim’s baby?
Yes, certain actions can influence the baby’s gender. Eating strawberries increases the chance of having a girl, while eating carrots increases the chance of having a boy.
9. How do I get the Fertile trait?
You can purchase the Fertile trait from the Rewards Store for 3,000 aspiration points.
10. Can Sims have miscarriages in The Sims 4?
In the base game, miscarriages are not included. However, mods may add this element.
11. How do I stop my Sims from having twins?
Using a mod like MCCC (MC Command Center), you can control the number of offspring during pregnancy. Or you can just delete a child using the CAS.fulleditmode if they give birth to multiples.
12. How do I know when my Sim will go into labor?
Your Sim will have a moodlet with a pacifier icon during pregnancy which will tell you which trimester your sim is in. Once in the 3rd trimester they will go into labour about 5 hours (minutes) after. In labour it will take 3 hours (minutes) for the baby to be born.
13. Why are all my Sims having twins?
It’s probable that during her pregnancy your sim did some things that have increased her chances of getting twin or triplets. For example, her mom may have been listening to kids music or watched kids TV channel… that makes her chances to have twins/triplets increase.
14. Can two female Sims have a baby together in The Sims 4?
With the new feature “discuss expanding the family” you can have a female sim get pregnant by another female sim. If your sim has a very strong relationship with the other female sim and they use this option, then they will become pregnant and it will list the two female Sims as the parents.
15. How rare is it to have twins in Sims 4?
There is a small chance that any pregnancy in The Sims 4 will end up with twins; the odds of having twins is about 10% while the odds for triplets is about 1%.
Concluding Thoughts
While The Sims 4 doesn’t explicitly announce multiple pregnancies, observant players can piece together clues and utilize mods and cheats to uncover the truth. Whether you embrace the chaos of twins or prefer a single bundle of joy, understanding these mechanics adds depth and enjoyment to your gameplay. Happy Simming! Learn more about the influence of gaming on society at GamesLearningSociety.org. Games Learning Society is a non-profit organization.