Marrying and WooHooing in The Sims: A Complete Guide

To get your Sims married and then WooHooing (The Sims’ version of, let’s say, “romantic relations”) involves a multi-step process of building relationships, proposing marriage, hosting a wedding, and then letting nature (or player control) take its course. The easiest way to accomplish the “Honeymooners scenario” is to build a high relationship, propose to the Sim, have them say “yes”, throw a wedding, and then select “WooHoo” from the Romantic interactions menu when both Sims are on vacation or at home. Remember, you need the Sims to have a high relationship status for the WooHoo option to be accepted.

Building the Foundation: Romance Before the Ring

The path to marital bliss (and subsequent WooHooing) in The Sims starts with the relationship. You can’t just walk up to a Sim and pop the question; you need to cultivate a deep, meaningful connection (or at least a convincingly simulated one). Here’s how:

• Initial Interactions: Start with friendly interactions. Compliments, jokes, and chatting about interests are good starting points. Observe the other Sim’s traits and preferences to tailor your conversation.
• Romantic Gestures: Once the relationship is at a decent level (typically around the “Friend” level), transition to romantic interactions. These include flirting, giving flowers, and heartfelt compliments. Pay attention to your Sim’s mood. A flirty or confident Sim is more likely to succeed with romantic advances.
• Building the Relationship Bar: Keep an eye on the relationship bar. The higher it goes, the more likely your Sim is to accept romantic advances. Use interactions that provide significant relationship boosts, like going on dates or sharing a deep conversation.
• Romantic Interests: As you build a relationship, identify if your Sim has a romantic interest. This is shown in the relationship panel with a heart next to their icon. Make sure that romantic aspiration requirements are fulfilled, or choose a Sim with a romantic trait if your aspiration is family-oriented.

Popping the Question: A Proposal of a Lifetime

Once the relationship bar is sufficiently high (ideally in the “Romantic Interest” or higher category), the “Propose” option will become available in the Romantic interactions menu. Here are some tips for ensuring a successful proposal:

• The Right Mood: Make sure your Sim and their intended are in a good mood. A happy, confident Sim is more likely to get a “yes.” Use moodlets to your advantage.
• The Perfect Setting: Choose a romantic location for the proposal. A beautiful park, a fancy restaurant, or even a cozy fireplace at home can set the stage.
• Consider Aspiration: If you are playing on long lifespan, or medium lifespan, and don’t want to have a family, try to select aspirations that are more career or knowledge oriented.
• Present a Ring: When your Sims travel together to a different place, such as Henford-On-Bagley, or Selvadorada, the proposal can feel like a “destination engagement”.

Tying the Knot: Planning the Wedding Event

Congratulations, they said “yes”! Now it’s time to plan the wedding. The Sims offers various options for wedding ceremonies, from simple backyard gatherings to elaborate formal affairs.

• Planning the Event: Use the phone or computer to “Plan a Wedding Event.” You’ll be able to choose the venue, time, dress code, and guest list.
• Choosing a Venue: You can host the wedding at home, in a park, or rent a specific wedding venue. The choice is yours! Consider the number of guests and the desired level of formality when selecting a venue.
• Inviting Guests: Invite friends and family to witness the union. Be sure to include important Sims, such as close friends and relatives, to maximize the event’s success.
• Setting Goals: The wedding event has goals that need to be met to achieve a gold medal. These goals may include things like exchanging vows, cutting the cake, and having the first dance. Completing these goals will provide rewards and make the wedding more memorable.
• The Big Day: Ensure your Sims are in good moods on their wedding day. Attend to their needs and make sure they’re properly dressed. Guide them through the ceremony, completing the required interactions to achieve a successful and memorable wedding.

The Honeymoon and Beyond: WooHoo Time

With the wedding done, it’s time for the honeymoon, and that elusive WooHoo!

• Taking a Vacation: Plan a vacation to a romantic destination like Granite Falls or Selvadorada. A change of scenery can help set the mood.
• Romantic Interactions: Once on vacation (or back home), initiate romantic interactions. Compliments, massages, and romantic conversations can all help.
• The WooHoo Interaction: When the relationship is high enough and the Sims are in the right mood, the “WooHoo” option will appear in the Romantic interactions menu. Click it, and watch the magic happen (behind closed doors, of course).

Important Considerations

• Mood: A Sim’s mood plays a crucial role in whether they’ll accept romantic advances or WooHoo. Keep your Sims happy, flirty, or playful for the best results.
• Relationship Level: The higher the relationship, the more likely your Sim is to accept romantic interactions. Invest time in building a strong connection.
• Traits: Certain traits, like “Romantic” or “Outgoing,” can make it easier to initiate and succeed with romantic interactions.
• Age: Only Young Adult, Adult, and Elder Sims can WooHoo. Children and Teens are excluded from this interaction.
• Mods: Mods can significantly impact WooHoo behavior. If you’re having trouble, try disabling or adjusting your mods. Check out the Games Learning Society for more tips on modding best practices and gaming education!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are some frequently asked questions about marriage and WooHoo in The Sims:

1. How do you get Sims to WooHoo without being in love?

It’s possible, but requires some effort. You can try using the club system to set WooHoo as a club activity. Alternatively, build up friendly interactions first, then switch to romantic actions and flirty interactions until the WooHoo option appears. Mood is very important.

2. Why is my Sim pregnant without trying for a baby?

If your Sim “discusses expanding family” with a Love interest, there’s a small chance of a miracle pregnancy. This can happen even with unplayed Sims. Be cautious with this interaction if you’re not ready for parenthood!

3. Can two females WooHoo in The Sims 4?

Yes! The Sims 4 supports same-sex relationships and WooHoo. There are no gender restrictions on who can WooHoo with whom, as long as they’re Young Adults or older.

4. Why do my Sims keep saying no to WooHoo?

Several factors can cause this. Low relationship, bad mood, conflicting traits, or even mod conflicts can lead to rejection. Try restarting the romantic relationship from scratch or adjusting mod settings.

5. Can Sims WooHoo in the shower?

Yes, with the Discover University expansion pack, showers become a WooHoo location. Make sure your Sims have a romantic relationship and are close enough to the shower to trigger the interaction.

6. Can Sims have a bad WooHoo?

Yes, negative moodlets can occur after WooHoo. Having the same couple WooHoo too many times in quick succession or having an Elder Sim WooHoo with a Young Adult or Adult can trigger this.

7. Can an elder Sim get pregnant?

Female Sims cannot get pregnant once they become Elders (or if they have 5 or fewer days left as an adult), but male Elder Sims can still impregnate adult female Sims.

8. Do Sims get jealous of WooHoo partners?

Yes, unmodded, Sims get jealous upon seeing their WooHoo Partner getting romantic with another Sim if their friendship is positive. Since becoming WooHoo Partners requires a good friendship, jealousy is almost always a factor.

9. Can Sims date their siblings?

No, unless there is a glitch. If a Sim shows up in another Sim’s family tree, they usually cannot have a romantic relationship.

10. Can Sims marry cousins?

Only second cousins and beyond can get married. Cousins will only give you friendly or confrontational options.

11. Why is WooHoo not working?

This is usually caused by mod conflicts, especially if you have mods that alter game woohoo and pregnancy functions. Review mod settings and try disabling them one by one to identify the culprit.

12. Can WooHoo get Sims pregnant?

No, regular WooHoo never results in pregnancy. If you want to have a baby, you must use the “Try for Baby” option.

13. Why is The Sims not letting me WooHoo?

Check the bed’s placement. It should be in the middle of the room with space on both sides. If one side is against a wall, Sims may not be able to access it for WooHoo.

14. Is there anything inappropriate in The Sims 4?

While the base game is generally appropriate, mods can introduce mature content like nudity, drugs, or violence. Exercise caution when using mods, especially if younger players are involved.

15. How do you get twins on The Sims 4?

If you own the Spa Day Game Pack, you can have your Sim get a Fertility Massage, which will increase their chances of conceiving, as well as having twins or triplets.

With these tips and FAQs, you should be well on your way to creating loving (and frisky) Sims relationships! Remember that relationship-building takes patience, and keep an eye on your Sims’ moods. Happy Simming!

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