Evicting Sims: The Ultimate Guide to Moving Sims Out in The Sims 4

So, you’re playing The Sims 4, and you’ve reached a point where you need to shuffle your Sims around. Maybe a young adult is ready to leave the nest, or perhaps a romance has soured, and one Sim needs to pack their bags. Whatever the reason, knowing how to effectively remove a Sim from your household and potentially have another move in is a crucial skill for any aspiring Sims architect.

The Quick Answer: How to Kick a Sim Out of the House to Move In

There are several ways to evict a Sim from a household in The Sims 4 to make room for a new addition. The most straightforward methods include:

• Using the Phone, Computer, or Newspaper: Navigate to the “Move” options, usually found under the “Household” or “Real Estate” sections. From here, you can select the “Move Out Sim” option. This allows you to split your current household. The selected Sim or Sims will move out. You can either create a new household for them, merge them with an existing one (even one you don’t intend to play), or simply make them homeless (which will keep them in the game world as unplayed Sims).

• Manage Worlds: Go to the Manage Worlds screen (accessible from the game menu at the bottom left or by pressing the “M” key). Click on the household you want to adjust, then click the three dots (…) for “More” options. Choose “Manage Household,” then “Transfer Sims Between Households”. This interface provides a clear visual way to move Sims between any households in your game.

• Directly Moving In Another Sim: If your intention is to bring in a specific Sim, build a strong enough relationship with them. Reaching the “friend” level unlocks the “Ask to Move In” interaction in the friendly social menu. Once they move in, you can then proceed to use one of the above methods to remove the Sim you no longer want.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Moving Sims

Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) with comprehensive answers to assist you when shuffling Sims families.

How do I move a Sim into another house on Sims?

• The easiest way is to use the Manage Worlds option. Select the household in question, select “Move Household”, then choose a new house or empty lot. For a Sim to willingly move in, establish a relationship of friend or higher, which will unlock the “Ask to Move In” social interaction.

Can you abort a baby in Sims 4?

• Officially, no. The Sims 4 does not include a native feature for pregnancy termination. Players seeking this option often rely on mods created by the Sims community. Another option is to revert to a previous save or have the baby taken by social services, however these options are only for the most extreme situations.

How do you remove Sims from household but keep them in the world?

• Use Manage Worlds. Select the household, choose “Manage Household”, then “Transfer Sims Between Households”. Move the desired Sims to a new or existing household. Alternatively, move them out without assigning them to a household; they’ll remain in the world as unplayed Sims.

How do you get your Sim to move in Sims 4?

• Build a friendship with the target Sim. Once the relationship is high enough (at least friend level), the “Ask to Move In” option will appear in the friendly social interactions menu. Click this, and they’ll pack their bags and join your household.

How do I move my Sims to another house for free?

• Use the “freerealestate on” cheat. Open the cheat console (Ctrl+Shift+C), type “testingcheats on”, press enter, then type “freerealestate on”, and press enter again. This allows you to move your Sims into any house, regardless of cost. To disable, simply type “freerealestate off”.

How do you get a SIM to move in using a cheat?

• Activate the cheat console (Ctrl+Shift+C), type “testingcheats on”, then type “FreeRealEstate On”. This allows you to move into any residential lot, irrespective of cost. “FreeRealEstate off” will disable the cheat.

How do you move a SIM using a cheat?

• Use “testingcheats on”. Then, in live mode, shift-click on the ground. An option to “Teleport Sim Here” should appear. Select this, and your Sim will instantly move to that location. This is helpful for unsticking Sims or quickly relocating them.

Why can’t I get a sim to move in?

• Ensure your Sim has a high enough relationship with the target Sim (friend or higher). Keep using friendly social interactions until the “Ask to Move In” option becomes available. If they are already romantically linked, the interaction should show up faster.

Why can’t I move my Sims?

• Sims sometimes become stuck due to routing issues or bugs. Open the cheat console (Ctrl+Shift+C), type “resetSim [FirstName LastName]” (replace with the Sim’s actual name), and press enter. This will reset the Sim and often resolves movement problems. Another method is to shift-click the Sim and select “Reset Object (DEBUG)”.

How do you get rid of a SIM without killing them?

• Activate cheats by typing “testingcheats true” into the cheat console (Ctrl+Shift+C). Then, shift-click on the Sim. You should see an option to “Remove from Family”. Choosing this makes them homeless, but they remain in the world as unplayed Sims. Alternatively, use the phone or computer to “Move Out” the Sim and create a new household for them.

Can Sims take family leave?

• Yes, once a pregnant Sim reaches the third trimester, they can take family leave. Both parents are eligible for paid time off, functioning like normal vacation days.

Why isn’t my Sim listening to me?

• This is often due to routing issues, low needs, or an overriding event that is forcing the Sim to do something else. Try resetting the Sim (as described above), addressing their needs (hunger, hygiene, etc.), or waiting to see if there’s an environmental trigger causing the behavior.

Why is my Sim invisible in Sims 4?

• Invisible Sims are usually caused by corrupted clothing files. Try changing the Sim’s outfit at a dresser. If a particular outfit consistently causes invisibility, avoid using it.

How do you combine two households in Sims 4?

• Go to Manage Worlds. Click on one of the households you wish to combine. Select “Manage Household”, then the “Transfer Sims Between Households” icon (the one with two arrows pointing at each other). Drag and drop Sims between the two household panels to combine them. You will have to pay the difference in household funds if you are adding to an existing household.

What is the money cheat for 9999999 in Sims 4?

• Open the cheat console (Ctrl+Shift+C), type “testingcheats on”, then type “money 9999999” and press enter. This will instantly set your household funds to the maximum amount. Be careful when using this command, as it may impact the gameplay experience.

Hopefully, these tips and tricks help you manage your Sim households with greater ease and flexibility. Remember, experimentation is key to mastering the complexities of The Sims 4. And for those interested in the educational aspects of gaming, be sure to check out the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org for insightful research and resources.