From Fangs to Fingers: Reversing Vampirism with Cheats in The Sims 4
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So, your Sim embraced the allure of eternal night, but now they’re yearning for sunshine and garlic bread? You’ve come to the right place. Turning a Sim back from a vampire to a human using cheats in The Sims 4 is surprisingly straightforward. This article will guide you through the process, answer common questions, and help you navigate the complexities of vampiric transformations.
The Direct Answer: Cheating Your Way Back to Humanity
Here’s the cheat you’ll need:
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Open the Cheat Console: Press Ctrl + Shift + C on your keyboard. A text box will appear at the top of the screen.
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Enable Testing Cheats: Type testingcheats true (or testingcheats on) and press Enter. This allows you to use more advanced cheats.
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Use the Cure Cheat: Type in the following cheat, replacing “[SimFirstName] [SimLastName]” with the actual name of your vampire Sim:
traits.remove_trait trait_OccultVampire -
Press Enter: Your Sim will instantly be cured of vampirism and revert to their human form.
That’s it! Your Sim is now back to enjoying the daytime and worrying about bills instead of plasma packs. But what if things get complicated? What if you want to fine-tune the process or understand the underlying mechanics? Read on for a comprehensive FAQ.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Curing Vampirism with Cheats
1. Why use a cheat instead of a cure potion?
Sometimes, the old ways are the best ways… or maybe they’re just broken in your game! A cure potion like the “Draught of Reconfiguration” requires reaching high levels in the Vampire Lore skill and brewing the potion. Cheats offer an immediate solution, bypassing the skill grind and ingredient gathering, especially helpful if you’re encountering bugs preventing normal gameplay. Also, if you want to control the story for story telling purposes.
2. What if the cheat doesn’t work?
Double-check for typos! The cheat command is case-sensitive in some instances, so make sure everything is typed exactly as shown above. Also, confirm that testingcheats is enabled. If issues persist, try removing any mods that might interfere with the game’s cheat functionality.
3. Can I use this cheat on child or toddler vampires?
No. Child and toddler Sims cannot become vampires in the base game. If you’re using mods that allow this, the same cheat traits.remove_trait trait_OccultVampire should work, but be aware that mod-related issues may arise. It’s always best to consult the mod’s documentation or creator for specific instructions.
4. Will this cheat remove other occult traits, like being a Spellcaster or Mermaid?
No. This cheat specifically targets the trait_OccultVampire trait. It will only remove the vampirism occult type from your Sim. Your Sim will not be affected if they are a Spellcaster, Mermaid, Werewolf or Alien.
5. Can I use this cheat to become a vampire?
Yes! To turn a Sim into a vampire using cheats, use the following command, again replacing “[SimFirstName] [SimLastName]” with your Sim’s name:
traits.equip_trait trait_OccultVampire
6. What happens to vampire-specific skills and abilities?
When you remove the vampire trait, your Sim loses their vampire powers and weaknesses. Vampire skills (Vampire Lore) will remain, but they will no longer be relevant. Any learned vampire abilities will become unusable.
7. Can I reverse the process if I change my mind?
Absolutely! You can use the traits.equip_trait trait_OccultVampire cheat to turn your Sim back into a vampire at any time. This allows for experimentation and flexibility in your gameplay.
8. Does this cheat affect my Sim’s relationships with other vampires?
No. Curing your Sim of vampirism won’t directly impact their relationships with other Sims, vampire or otherwise. Their relationship panel will remain the same. However, their interactions may change based on the fact that they are no longer a vampire.
9. What if I want to keep some vampire powers but be mostly human?
Unfortunately, there’s no way to selectively remove vampire powers using cheats in the base game. You’re either a full vampire or a human. Mods, however, might offer more granular control over vampire abilities.
10. Will my Sim still be affected by sunlight after being cured?
No. Once the trait_OccultVampire is removed, your Sim will no longer be vulnerable to sunlight. They can frolic in the sunshine without fear of immolation!
11. Does this cheat work with all expansion packs?
The vampire trait and corresponding cheats are part of The Sims 4: Vampires Game Pack. You must own this pack for the cheat to work. If you do not have the pack, there is no vampire occult in your game, and no vampire traits available to add or remove.
12. Are there any risks to using cheats in The Sims 4?
Generally, using cheats in The Sims 4 is safe. However, excessive use of cheats or using conflicting cheats can sometimes lead to unexpected game behavior or corruption of your save file. It’s always a good idea to back up your save game before using cheats extensively.
13. Can I use cheats to adjust my Sim’s Vampire Rank?
Yes! You can adjust your Sim’s Vampire Rank with cheats. You must use the following cheat to accomplish this:
stats.set_stat rankedStatistic_Occult_VampireXP [Number]
Then replace [Number] with how much XP you want your sim to have. This can promote them or demote them, depending on your preference. Here is a list of Ranks for Vampire XP:
- Minor Vampire: 0-214 XP
- Prime Vampire: 215-674 XP
- Master Vampire: 675-1489 XP
- Grand Master Vampire: 1490+ XP
14. Can I remove the Vampire Weaknesses by cheating?
Yes! You can remove the Vampire Weaknesses using cheats. If you type traits.clear_traits, it will remove all of your Sim’s traits. Then you can use the cheat traits.equip_trait trait_OccultVampire again. This will make your Sim a brand new Vampire and allow you to re-select your Weaknesses again.
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