Sims 4 Base Game Legacy Challenge
I was struggling to find a Base Game Legacy Challenge that actually made sense and I liked, so I just made one myself! Pls lmk if you do it and if you liked it <3 Enjoy :D
so the traits took me a long time to figure out who would have what and I didn't take into account if they could have a trait as a child... but trait moodlets still stick around even if you change the traits in cas so here's a way to get around that after childhood for some of the gens:
Open the cheat console with Ctrl + Shift + C and type testingcheats true
Type traits.remove_trait [TraitName] to remove the unwanted trait (e.g., traits.remove_trait Noncommittal).
Type traits.equip_trait [TraitName] to add your newly desired trait.
Traits: Hot-Headed, Self-Assured, Childish
Aspiration to Complete: Party Animal
Career to Complete: Fast-Food Employee
Skill to Master: Comedy
Start this generation as a teenager - parents don't matter
Have one childhood friend who remains your best friend for life
Accept every social event invitation.
Have your childhood best friend move in as your roommate.
Maintain 3 good friends at all times.
Throw a real birthday party whenever you or a family member ages up.
Be best friends with the heir, even if they avoid you.
Red believes they are destined for greatness. Unfortunately, their impulsive nature and short temper often get in the way of their success. Stuck working in fast food, they spend most of their free time throwing parties, making jokes, and chasing the next exciting thing. Despite their struggles, Red never doubts that their big break is just around the corner.
Traits: Lazy, Foodie, Bro (choose something else as a child because none are available for children)
Aspiration to Complete: Master Chef
Career to Complete: Culinary
Skills to Master: Cooking, Gourmet Cooking
Be good friends with at least 2 coworkers.
Never eat a quick meal; always cook something.
If you're not cooking, you're napping. Don't do anything else.
Purchase the best kitchen appliances as soon as possible.
Host at least 3 dinner parties.
Growing up, Orange watched Red bounce from one bad decision to another while serving greasy fast food. Determined to prove that food could be something more, Orange dreams of becoming a respected chef. Unlike their parent, Orange values stability and comfort, though their lazy nature means they're always looking for the easiest way to get things done. They love gathering friends around a good meal and believe life's problems can usually be solved with food.
Traits: Ambitious, Clumsy, Loner
Aspiration to Complete: Nerd Brain
Career to Complete: Astronaut
Skills to Master: Rocket Science, Handiness (Woodworking), Logic (Chess)
Have fewer than 2 good friends.
Decline every social event invitation.
Repair broken objects instead of replacing them.
Keep and decorate with everything you create through woodworking.
Always maintain less than §20,000 once you become a Young Adult.
While Orange spent their days cooking and relaxing, Yellow was the one fixing broken appliances and keeping the household running. Forced to be self-reliant from a young age, they learned to solve problems on their own and grew frustrated depending on others. Though naturally clumsy, their determination pushes them to master every project they start. Most of their free time is spent woodworking, tinkering, quietly playing chess, or going on jogs to clear their head.
Traits: Materialistic, Vegetarian, Jealous (choose something else as a child because none are available for children)
Aspiration to Complete: Fabulously Wealthy
Career to Complete: Business
Skill to Master: Gardening
Collection to Complete: Garden Collection
Have many close friends as a child.
Get a part-time job as a teen.
Gradually lose touch with friends as your career becomes your priority.
Always replace broken items instead of repairing them.
Frequently purchase new furniture and upgrades.
Maintain at least §100,000 once you become an adult.
Complete the Garden Collection (remember to graft plants to obtain the rare varieties).
Growing up in a household where every broken appliance was a crisis and every simoleon mattered, Green became determined never to struggle financially. They see their parent's lonely, self-reliant lifestyle as a warning rather than an inspiration. Driven by a desire for comfort and security, they throw themselves into business while maintaining a profitable garden on the side. Their vegetarian diet begins as a practical way to save money and make use of home-grown produce, but eventually becomes a core part of their identity. Green wants the best of everything and hates the idea of losing what they've worked so hard to build.
Traits: Perfectionist, Family-Oriented, Loves Outdoors
Aspiration to Complete: Angling Ace
Career to Complete: Freelance - choose a freelance job but sell fish to make money
Skill to Master: Fishing
Collection to Complete: Fish Collection
Maintain a good relationship with all children.
Help your children with homework every night.
Take family photos frequently.
Force the heir to break up with their first partner due to your overprotective nature.
Complete the Fish Collection.
Growing up, Blue watched Green devote most of their time to building wealth and maintaining the family garden. Though they never doubted their parent loved them, they often felt like they came second to work and responsibility. Spending much of their childhood outdoors in the garden, Blue developed a love of nature and eventually discovered a passion for fishing. Seeing how consumed Green became by their career, Blue decides they never want to be tied down to a demanding job. Instead, they make a living through fishing and selling their catches, valuing freedom and family over wealth. When they become a parent themselves, they vow to always put family first. Unfortunately, their desire to be the perfect parent often causes them to become overprotective and overbearing, creating distance between themselves and their children despite their best intentions.
Traits: Genius, Bookworm, Creative
Aspiration to Complete: Bestselling Author
Career to Complete: Writer
Skill to Master: Writing
Collection to Complete: Elements Collection
Keep all non-family relationships at acquaintance level.
Always have a bookshelf in your home.
Only write nonfiction or science fiction books.
Have at least one daughter (Pink heir).
Complete the Elements Collection.
Write the Book of Life after mastering the Writing skill.
Purple grew up with a parent who was determined to do everything right. Blue constantly encouraged family activities, outdoor adventures, and quality time together, but Purple often found it exhausting. While Blue wanted them outside fishing or spending time with family, Purple longed to curl up alone with a book, a notebook, or their own imagination. Reading became an escape, writing became an outlet, and creativity became a way to build worlds they could control. Though they appreciate how deeply their parent cared, Purple spends much of their life seeking the independence and privacy they lacked as a child. Their curiosity eventually expands into a fascination with science and discovery, inspiring them to collect every element they can find.
Traits: Mean, Romantic, Hates Children (choose something else as a child because none are available for children)
Aspiration to Complete: Serial Romantic
Career to Complete: Style Influencer
Skill to Master: Charisma
Accept every date invitation.
Prioritize romance and friendships over family.
Maintain a poor relationship with your child.
Have at least one former partner become an enemy.
Leave a partner at the altar
"Accidentally" become pregnant and never take a pregnancy test - just wait for symptoms
Keep the heir's father a secret from them
Purple genuinely tried to be a good parent, but Pink often felt like they were competing with books, manuscripts, and imaginary worlds for their attention. While Purple preferred quiet nights at home, Pink craved excitement, attention, and human connection. As they grew older, they became determined to live life as loudly as possible. They chase romance, parties, and new experiences, never staying in one place or relationship for too long. Though incredibly charming, Pink can be surprisingly cruel when things don't go their way. Having spent their childhood feeling overlooked, they have little interest in becoming a parent themselves and refuse to be tied down by family obligations.
Traits: Outgoing, Snob, Loyal (choose something else as a child because none are available for children)
Aspiration to Complete: Neighborhood Confidante
Career to Complete: Secret Agent
Skills to Master: Mixology, Violin
Only go home to sleep; spend the rest of your time at friends' houses or the park.
Discover the identity of your biological father.
Maintain a good relationship with him.
Move in with your father as a teen.
Be liked by every Sim you know (except Pink).
Successfully introduce two Sims and help them begin a relationship.
Host at least 3 events: always hire a caterer, but tend the bar and have you or the heir perform music
Thanks to Pink's success, Brown grows up in a life of comfort and luxury. While their parent is often caught up in romance, parties, and social circles, Brown develops a genuine interest in the people around them. Their natural charisma and outgoing nature make them a trusted member of the community, and neighbors frequently turn to them for advice. Growing up surrounded by wealth leaves Brown with refined tastes and high standards, leading them to develop a passion for both violin and mixology. However, listening to everyone's problems awakens a deeper curiosity. The more secrets they hear, the more determined they become to uncover the truth behind them, eventually leading them into a career as a secret agent.
Traits: Active, Good, Music Lover
Aspiration to Complete: Musical Genius
Career to Complete: Entertainer
Skill to Master: Piano
Your only good friends can be Sims your parent already knows.
Always accept visitors who ask to come over.
Go on daily jogs and stop to talk with neighbors.
Remain in the same neighborhood where you grew up.
Host at least one large community event and perform piano for everyone.
White grows up surrounded by family, neighbors, and a strong sense of community. Thanks to Brown's involvement in the neighborhood, there is always someone stopping by, offering advice, or gathering for a social event. Though Brown can sometimes be a little uptight and concerned with appearances, White is raised in a loving and supportive environment. Listening to their parent practice the violin inspires a lifelong love of music, and White quickly discovers a talent for piano. With a kind heart and an energetic spirit, they dream of bringing people together through their performances and creating the same sense of happiness and belonging they experienced growing up.
Traits: Gloomy, Neat, Noncommittal
Aspiration to Complete: Soulmate
Career to Complete: Freelance -choose a freelance job but sell photos to make money
Skill to Master: Photography
Have the heir with your first partner during early Young Adulthood.
Have at least 3 failed relationships.
Remain on good terms with all exes.
Break off at least one engagement.
Don't get married until Adulthood.
Keep as many photographs as possible while still earning money.
Stay alive for as long as possible (very important for Rainbow gen).
Grey grows up surrounded by music, kindness, and one of the strongest relationships the family has ever seen. Watching White and their partner navigate life as opposites who perfectly complement one another leaves a lasting impression. Grey becomes fascinated with love and dreams of finding a soulmate of their own. However, the more they date, the more they fear making the wrong choice. Convinced that true love should be perfect, they struggle to commit to relationships, always wondering if someone better is still out there. Quiet and introspective by nature, Grey often prefers observing life rather than participating in it. Photography becomes the perfect outlet, allowing them to capture the moments, relationships, and emotions they find so beautiful.
Traits: Geek, Evil, Slob
Aspiration to Complete: Public Enemy
Career to Complete: Criminal (Oracle Branch)
Skills to Master: Mischief, Video Gaming
Perform at least one Mischief or Mean interaction every day.
After meeting a Sim, communicate with them primarily online.
Join the Oracle branch of the Criminal career.
Move homes at least 3 times while raising your child.
Black grows up watching Grey endlessly search for the perfect relationship, only to be disappointed again and again. Over time, they become cynical about love, trust, and human nature. Rather than forming deep connections, Black retreats into video games and online communities where life feels simpler and more predictable. Intelligent but deeply pessimistic, they enjoy testing boundaries and seeing how much they can get away with. Their messy lifestyle and disregard for rules often frustrate those around them, but Black secretly enjoys the chaos. As they grow older, what begins as harmless pranks evolves into a fascination with manipulation and mischief, eventually leading them down a criminal path.
Traits: Cheerful, Goofball, Art Lover
Aspiration to Complete: Friend of the World
Career to Complete: Painter
Skill to Master: Painting
Collection to Complete: Postcard Collection
Do not have any good friends until Young Adulthood.
Move out and meet as many Sims as possible.
Inherit all of Grey's photographs after they pass away.
Use Grey's photos as references for your paintings.
Keep every painting you create.
Complete the Postcard Collection.
Rainbow's childhood is anything but stable. With both parents involved in criminal activity, they spend much of their early life constantly moving from place to place, never staying anywhere long enough to form lasting friendships. Eventually, the danger catches up with the family, and Rainbow is sent to live with their grandparent, Grey, for a safer and more stable life. Surrounded by Grey's photographs and artistic eye, Rainbow discovers a love of creativity and begins painting as a way to express themself. Despite finally finding a safe home, they struggle with loneliness after years of instability. Turning to the internet, they begin exchanging letters and making pen pals from around the world, eventually collecting postcards from every corner they can reach. Unlike the generations before them, Rainbow chooses optimism over cynicism. They grow into a cheerful, artistic Sim who values friendship, laughter, and connection above all else.
