Diving into the criminal career in Sims 4 brings a mix of excitement, strategy, and a touch of danger. This guide’s here to break down the criminal path, giving you the lowdown on how to navigate the underworld, boost your skills, and rake in those rewards.
Starting Your Life of Crime
Choosing the life of a criminal for your Sim is pretty easy. Just hit up the Careers panel or whip out your Sim’s phone, and you’re on your way. Your Sim starts off as the neighborhood ‘Tough guy’ or ‘Tough gal,’ ready to stir up some trouble.
Skill Development and Training
Being a bit of a rogue requires some savvy skills, with Mischief leading the charge. As you climb the career ladder and split into the Boss or Oracle branches, you’ll need to brush up on Handiness and Programming too.
The right mood, like feeling Playful or Focused, can seriously speed up your skill leveling. And if you’re feeling extra sneaky, boost those skills even faster by getting your Sim into a “very playful” or “very focused” state. Just watch out – getting too hysterical could end badly for your Sim.
Lot Traits like Convivial for Mischief, Homie for Handiness, or Fast Internet for Programming are also secret weapons for skill building, chopping down training time by a good chunk.
Advancing in the Career
Climbing the ranks in the criminal world isn’t just about being skilled; it’s about playing it smart. Make sure you’re ticking off those daily tasks, keeping things friendly with coworkers, and heading into work feeling upbeat to boost your performance. Though “working hard” seems like a no-brainer for a quick career boost, it can stress out your Sim. Sometimes, laying low or buttering up the boss can be a better move, even if it feels a bit cheeky.
Career Milestones and Rewards
As your Sim gets their hands dirty in the criminal world, they’re going to hit some pretty cool milestones. Right off the bat, at level two, they snag the Espionage set, making their criminal lair look the part. By level three, things get even better with a duffle bag of cash and a nifty pickpocket move that not only boosts their wallet but also their confidence for a solid eight hours. Hit level five, and your Sim is rocking some stylishly shady hats, showing off their criminal rep.
But here’s where it gets real interesting: at level six, you’ve got to make a choice. The criminal career branches out into the Boss or Oracle paths, each with its own vibe and goodies. Going the Boss route? Expect everything from a busted ATM for your hideout to a playful punching bag, and eventually, a killer outfit that screams top dog. Choose the Oracle path, and your Sim dives into the cybercrime scene, scoring tech like a spy satellite, a poster that keeps them sharp, and the sleek Mayhem computer.
Tips and Tricks for the Criminal Career
Living the criminal life in Sims 4 is more than snagging cool stuff; it’s about nailing that outlaw lifestyle. Since crime doesn’t sleep (but happens more at night), balancing your Sim’s schedule is key. Got the Kleptomaniac trait? Use it. It adds a whole layer of fun to your Sim’s shady activities.
Aspirations matter too. Eyeing the “Public Enemies” goal not only fits the theme but also unlocks the Mastermind trait, giving you even more ways to stir up trouble. And if you’re all about climbing to the top faster, don’t sleep on reward traits like “Connections” and “Entrepreneurial.” These can really speed up your rise in the criminal ranks, assuming you’ve got the points to unlock them.