Mastering Marriage Control in The Sims 4 with MC Command Center: A Comprehensive Guide
Tired of your Sims unexpectedly tying the knot or having random townies getting hitched left and right? MC Command Center (MCCC) is your go-to mod for taking control of the chaos and customizing nearly every aspect of your Sims 4 gameplay, including marriage. If your goal is to stop automatic marriages completely, MCCC offers a straightforward solution.
Here’s how to do it:
- Access the MCCC Settings: The quickest way is to click on any computer in your game.
- Navigate to MC Pregnancy/Marriage Sim Selection: Look for the “MC Command Center” option, then select “MC Pregnancy,” and finally “Marriage Sim Selection.”
- Adjust Marriage Percentages: Inside the “Marriage Sim Selection” menu, you’ll find options to set marriage percentages for various age groups (Teen, Young Adult, Adult, Elder). Set all these percentages to “0” (zero).
By setting the marriage percentages to zero, you effectively disable automatic marriages for each age group in your game. This means Sims will no longer autonomously get married without your direct involvement. They’ll still be able to form romantic relationships and even propose, but the game won’t force them into marriage on its own.
Understanding the Implications of Disabling Automatic Marriages
While disabling automatic marriages gives you greater control, it’s crucial to understand the implications.
- Slower Population Growth: If you rely on automatic marriages for population growth in your game, disabling them will slow down the process. You’ll need to actively manage relationships and encourage Sims to marry and have children.
- Loss of Surprise: Part of the fun for some players is the unexpectedness of seeing townies get married and start families. Disabling automatic marriages removes this element of surprise.
- Increased Management: You’ll need to be more hands-on in managing the romantic lives of your Sims and ensuring that the population grows at your desired pace.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Marriage and MCCC
Here are 15 frequently asked questions to help you further understand how marriage and relationships function in The Sims 4 with MCCC:
1. Can I customize marriage percentages for specific age groups?
Yes, MCCC allows you to set different marriage percentages for each age group (Teen, Young Adult, Adult, and Elder). This means you could, for example, disable automatic marriages for Teens but allow them for Adults.
2. What happens if I only set some age groups to 0%?
If you set only some age groups to 0%, automatic marriages will still occur for the age groups with a percentage greater than 0. For instance, if you set Teens to 0% but leave Adults at 50%, adult Sims will still autonomously get married.
3. Does disabling automatic marriages prevent my Sims from getting married at all?
No. Disabling automatic marriages only prevents the game from forcing Sims into marriage without your direct intervention. You can still have your Sims propose and get married as usual.
4. How do I manually initiate a marriage in The Sims 4?
To manually initiate a marriage, have your Sim build a romantic relationship with another Sim. Once the relationship is high enough, the “Propose” option will become available under the Romantic interaction menu.
5. Can I use MCCC to influence which Sims marry each other?
MCCC’s “MC Control” module allows limited control of NPC Sims. You can use this module to influence their interactions and potentially encourage them to form relationships.
6. How do I divorce my Sims in The Sims 4 without MCCC?
Without MCCC, you can divorce your Sims by having them perform mean interactions until their relationship is low enough. Eventually, a “Divorce” option will appear under the Romantic interaction menu.
7. Can MCCC automatically divorce Sims?
MCCC does not have a feature to automatically divorce Sims. You still need to manually initiate the divorce process through in-game interactions.
8. How can I prevent Sims from cheating on each other?
MCCC’s “MC Woohoo” module offers settings that can influence the likelihood of Sims cheating. You can adjust these settings to make cheating less common.
9. What is the “MC Woohoo” module and how does it relate to relationships?
The “MC Woohoo” module is a component of MCCC that allows customization of various Woohoo-related options. It can affect things like teen pregnancy, risky Woohoo, and the likelihood of Sims cheating.
10. Can I use MCCC to make Sims polyamorous?
While the base game does not support polygamy, MCCC can be used in conjunction with other mods to create a polyamorous gameplay experience. However, MCCC itself does not directly add polyamory features.
11. How do I find the “MC Control” module in MCCC?
The “MC Control” module can be accessed through a computer in the game, under the main “MC Command Center” menu.
12. Can I use MCCC to delete relationships between Sims?
Yes, MCCC has a “Delete Relationship” option that allows you to completely remove the relationship between two Sims, making them strangers to each other. This is found within the “Relationships” option inside the main MC Command Center menu on a computer.
13. Does MCCC affect relationships between Sims in different households?
Yes, MCCC affects relationships between all Sims in your game, regardless of whether they are in the same household or not.
14. How can I reset a Sim’s relationships using MCCC?
To reset a Sim’s relationships, select the Sim and use the “Delete Relationship” option in MCCC to remove their relationships with other Sims. You can then use CAS (Create-a-Sim) or other MCCC features to rebuild their relationships as desired.
15. Where can I find more information and support for MCCC?
You can find more information and support for MCCC on the Deaderpool’s website (the creator of the mod) and in various Sims 4 forums and communities.
MCCC: A Powerful Tool for Customized Gameplay
MC Command Center is a robust mod that offers extensive customization options for your Sims 4 game. By understanding how to use its features, you can create a gameplay experience that is tailored to your preferences. From controlling marriage rates to influencing NPC behavior, MCCC empowers you to be the ultimate storyteller in your Sims 4 world. Remember, the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org explores how games can be used for educational and research purposes, highlighting the wider impact of gaming beyond entertainment. Consider how mods like MCCC add a layer of complexity and strategic decision-making to the gaming experience.