Cheating Pregnancy in The Sims 4: A Comprehensive Guide
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So, you’re eager to fast-track your Sim’s journey to parenthood, or perhaps you’re aiming for a specific family dynamic? The Sims 4 offers a range of cheats to manipulate pregnancy, from speeding up the process and influencing the number of babies to triggering labor instantly. Here’s a breakdown of how to use these cheats effectively. First you must enable cheats, so in order to do so, open the cheat console by pressing CTRL + Shift + C (or Command + Shift + C on Mac). Type “testingcheats true” and press Enter. You’ll receive a notification that cheats are enabled. Now you can use all the following cheats in The Sims 4.
Speeding Up and Manipulating Pregnancy
Once cheats are enabled, you have several options for manipulating pregnancy:
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Instant Labor: To immediately put your Sim into labor, use the cheat:
sims.add_buff pregnancy_inlabor. This bypasses the entire pregnancy duration. -
Advancing Trimesters: If you want to experience each trimester but don’t want to wait the full duration, use the following cheats to jump to specific trimesters:
- First Trimester:
sims.add_buff buff_Pregnancy_Trimester1 - Second Trimester:
sims.add_buff buff_Pregnancy_Trimester2 - Third Trimester:
sims.add_buff buff_Pregnancy_Trimester3
- First Trimester:
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Controlling Offspring Count (Twins, Triplets, etc.): To force the number of babies your Sim will have, you first need the Sim’s ID. Use the cheat
sims.get_sim_id_by_name [First Name] [Last Name](e.g.,sims.get_sim_id_by_name Bella Goth). This will display the Sim’s ID number. Then, use the following cheat, replacing[Sim ID]with the actual ID number and[Number]with the desired number of babies (1-7):pregnancy.force_offspring_count [Sim ID] [Number]. For example, to force Bella Goth to have triplets, the command would look something like this:pregnancy.force_offspring_count 12345678901234567 3(replace with Bella’s actual ID). -
Terminating a Pregnancy: To end a pregnancy instantly, use the cheat
sims.terminate_pregnancy.
FAQs: Pregnancy Cheats in The Sims 4
Here are some frequently asked questions to further clarify the use of pregnancy cheats in The Sims 4:
1. How do I open the cheat console in The Sims 4?
To open the cheat console, press CTRL + Shift + C on PC, or Command + Shift + C on Mac. On PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, hold down all four shoulder buttons simultaneously.
2. What do I do after opening the cheat console?
After opening the cheat console, type “testingcheats true” and press Enter. This enables the use of cheat codes in your game.
3. Can regular WooHoo result in pregnancy in The Sims 4?
No, regular WooHoo does not result in pregnancy. Sims must use the ‘Try for Baby’ interaction to become pregnant.
4. How do I initiate a pregnancy in The Sims 4 without using ‘Try for Baby’?
While “Try for Baby” is the intended method, there is a bug/feature where having a Sim “discuss expanding family” with another Sim can sometimes result in a pregnancy, even if they are an unplayed Sim.
5. Is there a way to increase the chances of twins or triplets without cheats?
Yes. You can purchase the ‘Fertile’ reward trait for 3,000 satisfaction points. This increases the likelihood of multiple births. The Games Learning Society, at GamesLearningSociety.org, studies how these in-game mechanics affect player engagement and learning. If you own the Outdoor Retreat Game Pack, you can make the Elixir of Fertility when you have a level 10 Herbalism skill.
6. Can teenagers get pregnant in The Sims 4?
No, teenagers cannot “Try for Baby” in the base game. While it’s possible with mods to make Teen’s become pregnant, it is not possible in the standard Sims 4 game.
7. How long does a Sim pregnancy last in The Sims 4?
A standard Sim pregnancy lasts for approximately 3 in-game days. Each trimester lasts for 1 day (approx 24 minutes in real time).
8. How do I know which trimester my Sim is in?
During pregnancy, your Sim will have a moodlet with a pacifier icon that indicates which trimester they are in. The moodlet description clearly states the trimester.
9. How long after the third trimester does a Sim go into labor?
A Sim typically goes into labor about 5 Sim hours after entering the third trimester.
10. Can Sims have miscarriages in The Sims 4?
In the base game, miscarriages do not occur. However, certain mods add this feature to the game. The Games Learning Society explores the ethical implications of such features in games.
11. What happens if I don’t buy a crib before my Sim gives birth?
If you don’t have a crib, one will automatically appear 3 Sim hours after your Sim goes into labor.
12. Can I influence the gender of my baby in The Sims 4?
While there are methods players believe can slightly increase the chance of having a boy or girl (eating strawberries or carrots), there are no guaranteed methods in the base game without using mods.
13. If I force triplets, will the game be unplayable due to the number of babies?
Having triplets can be challenging, but not unplayable. Ensure your Sim has enough resources and help to care for multiple babies. The game is designed to handle it, but your micromanagement skills will be tested!
14. How do I find my Sim’s ID if I have multiple Sims with similar names?
Use the sims.get_sim_id_by_name cheat and pay close attention to the full name and details displayed. You can also try temporarily moving the Sim to a household with fewer Sims to make them easier to identify.
15. Can I use these pregnancy cheats on NPCs (Non-Player Characters)?
Yes, you can use these cheats on any Sim in the game, as long as you have their Sim ID. Keep in mind that altering NPCs can have unexpected consequences in your game world. You can learn more about these types of mechanics on GamesLearningSociety.org.
By utilizing these cheats responsibly, you can shape your Sim’s family life to your liking and create unique and engaging gameplay scenarios.