How to Rake in the Simoleons: A Guide to Becoming a Millionaire in The Sims
Want to swim in a pool of Simoleons? Achieving millionaire status in The Sims is entirely possible, and there are numerous paths to get there. While some involve clever gameplay, others rely on exploiting in-game mechanics or using cheats. We’ll explore a variety of methods, from the most legitimate to the slightly less so, to help you turn your Sim from a struggling newcomer into a wealthy tycoon. Ready to start your journey to riches? Let’s dive in!
The Honest Hustle: Legitimate Ways to Get Rich
Building a Foundation: Careers and Skills
The most straightforward path to wealth is through a successful career. In The Sims 4, some careers are more lucrative than others. For example, the tech guru (programmer) and astronaut career paths, once maxed out, provide very high daily income. Focus on maximizing your Sim’s skill levels to advance quickly in their chosen career.
- Skill-Boosting: Invest in items that boost skill gains, such as better computers for programming, easels for painting, and scientific equipment for the scientist career. Libraries are also a great place to get a head start on leveling skills!
- Happy Sims: A happy Sim is a productive Sim. Ensure your Sim has their needs met (hunger, hygiene, bladder, energy, fun, and social) to maintain a positive mood, which will result in higher work performance and quicker promotions.
Unleashing Your Inner Artist: Painting for Profit
As our original snippet mentioned, painting is a surprisingly effective way to make money. It can be the most broken way to earn money. It’s all about quality and practice!
- Master the Art: The higher your Sim’s painting skill, the better the paintings they’ll create, and the more they’ll be worth. Start with small, inexpensive paintings to level up the skill quickly.
- Sell, Sell, Sell: Once your Sim is producing masterpieces, sell them! You can sell directly from the easel or upload them to an online marketplace for a higher price. A Sim with the creator trait also has the ability to license artwork for royalty earnings.
- Paint From Reference: Having the Inspired emotion before starting a painting increases the chance of creating a masterpiece, which significantly increases its value.
The Green Thumb Advantage: Gardening for Simoleons
Gardening can be a slow burn, but it’s a sustainable and profitable venture.
- Rare Seeds: Finding and cultivating rare plants will yield the most valuable crops. Explore the world and look for seed packets or use cheats to obtain rare seeds.
- Grafting: Grafting different plants together can create unique and valuable hybrids. Experiment with different combinations to discover new and profitable plants.
- Fertilizing: Regularly fertilizing your plants will improve their quality and yield larger harvests.
Writing Your Way to Riches: Becoming an Author
Writing books offers the potential for passive income through royalties.
- Skill Up: Improve your Sim’s writing skill by practicing and reading books.
- Genre Matters: Some genres are more popular than others. Experiment to find what sells best.
- Royalties: The key is publishing multiple books and letting the royalties roll in over time. If you’re looking to level the writing skill quickly, have your sim publish several short children’s books.
For Rent: Become a Landlord
The For Rent expansion pack allows Sims to purchase residential rental properties. This can be an excellent way to generate passive income, and you will gain aspiration points for building a successful rental business. This may require some micromanagement to keep tenants happy and properties maintained.
Taking Shortcuts: Exploits and Cheats
While earning your fortune through hard work is rewarding, sometimes you just want the Simoleons to flow freely.
The Motherlode: The Classic Cheat
The most direct way to get rich is by using the “motherlode” cheat. Open the cheat console (Ctrl+Shift+C) and type “motherlode” to instantly add 50,000 Simoleons to your household funds. You can repeat this as many times as you like.
Money {Amount}: Precise Control
For more precise control over your funds, use the “money {amount}” cheat. Replace “{amount}” with the exact amount of Simoleons you want your household to have. For example, “money 9999999” will max out your household funds.
FreeRealEstate On: No More Mortgages
The “FreeRealEstate On” cheat allows you to move your Sims into any house, regardless of its price. This is a great way to acquire a luxurious property without spending any money.
Item Duplication: The Risky Business
Some glitches or mods may allow you to duplicate valuable items. However, be cautious as using these methods might corrupt your save file or cause other issues.
FAQs: Your Questions Answered
1. What is the maximum amount of money you can have in The Sims 4?
The maximum amount of Simoleons a household can have in The Sims 4 is 9,999,999.
2. How do I use cheats in The Sims 4?
To use cheats, press Ctrl + Shift + C to open the cheat console. Type “testingcheats true” and press Enter to enable cheats. Then, enter the desired cheat code.
3. What are some other money cheats in The Sims 4?
Besides “motherlode” and “money {amount}”, you can use “kaching” or “rosebud” to get 1,000 Simoleons.
4. Is it possible to become a millionaire without cheats?
Yes, it is possible! Focus on high-paying careers, painting, writing, gardening, and rental properties.
5. Which career is the most lucrative in The Sims 4?
The tech guru (programmer) and astronaut career paths are very lucrative, especially once you reach the top levels.
6. How can I improve my Sim’s skills quickly?
Use skill-boosting items, maintain a positive mood for your Sim, and take advantage of focused moodlets.
7. How does gardening contribute to wealth?
By cultivating rare plants, grafting, and selling high-quality produce.
8. What are the benefits of writing books?
Publishing books generates passive income through royalties.
9. What is the Wishing Well and how does it help with money?
The Wishing Well is an object introduced in the Romantic Garden Stuff Pack. Sims can make wishes, including wishing for wealth, which can grant them a large sum of Simoleons.
10. How can Dust Bunnies make me rich?
Dust Bunnies were added with the Bust the Dust Kit. If you arefriendly with them, they will give you gifts. Sometimes those gifts can be rare items that sell for quite a bit!
11. How does dumpster diving lead to wealth?
With Eco Lifestyle, Sims can dumpster dive for items. Some of these items can be valuable and resold for a profit.
12. What is the Black Widow strategy?
This is a morally questionable, but effective, strategy where a Sim marries wealthy Sims, kills them (or has them die of accidents), and inherits their wealth.
13. What is the best way to get rich with the For Rent expansion pack?
Purchase multiple residential rental properties and manage them efficiently to maximize rental income.
14. Can my Sim win the lottery?
Yes, the lottery is a game event that can award your Sim a large sum of Simoleons. The win is not guaranteed.
15. What is Games Learning Society and how is it relevant to The Sims?
The Games Learning Society explores the educational potential of games. While The Sims is primarily a simulation game, it teaches players about resource management, social interactions, and long-term planning, making it a valuable learning tool. You can learn more at https://www.gameslearningsociety.org/.
Becoming a millionaire in The Sims 4 is an achievable goal, whether you prefer the honest route or the shortcut approach. Experiment with different methods, find what works best for your play style, and enjoy the journey to financial freedom!