Unlocking the Secrets of The Sims 2: A Comprehensive Cheat Guide
The Sims 2: Legacy Collection has reignited interest in this classic simulation game. However, the grind can be tedious. This guide provides a complete list of The Sims 2 cheats, including those for boosting your Simoleons.
Accessing the Cheat Menu
To use cheats, press Ctrl + Shift + C to open the command bar. Alternatively, use these commands in the command bar to manage the cheat menu:
| Cheat | Description |
|---|---|
| help | Opens the cheat menu. |
| expand | Expands the cheat menu. |
| clear | Clears the cheat menu. |
| exit | Closes the cheat menu. |
Complete Cheat List
For easy access to all cheats, consult this comprehensive list categorized by function:
Financial Freedom: Money Cheats
| Cheat | Description |
|---|---|
| familyFunds [last name] [#] | Adds the specified amount of Simoleons to a household. |
| kaching | Adds 1,000 Simoleons to the household. |
| motherlode | Adds 50,000 Simoleons to the household. |
Mastering Motives: Sim Management Cheats
| Cheat | Description |
|---|---|
| aging [on/off] | Enables or disables Sim aging. |
| aspirationPoints [#] | Adds the specified number of aspiration points. |
| aspirationLevel [0-5] | Sets a Sim's aspiration level (0-5). |
| lockAspiration [on/off] | Locks or unlocks Sim aspirations. |
| motiveDecay [on/off] | Enables or disables motive decay. |
| maxMotives | Maximizes all Sim motives. |
| unlockCareerRewards | Unlocks career rewards for the selected Sim. |
Architectural Anarchy: Build Mode Cheats
| Cheat | Description |
|---|---|
| boolProp showCatalogueFlags [true/false] | Shows the expansion pack origin of items in Build/Buy Mode. |
| boolProp snapObjectsToGrid [true/false] | Enables placing objects off the grid. |
| changeLotClassification [low/middle/high] | Changes the lot's classification. |
| changeLotZoning [various zoning types] | Changes the lot's zoning. (See full list in original article) |
| deleteAllFences | Deletes all fences on the lot. |
| deleteAllHalfWalls | Deletes all half-walls on the lot. |
| deleteAllWalls | Deletes all walls on the lot. |
| IndividualRoofSlopeAngle [15-75] | Changes the angle of a single roof. |
| ModifyNeighborhoodTerrain [on/off] | Enables terrain modification in a neighborhood. |
| MoveObjects [on/off] | Enables moving all objects, even those normally unmovable. |
| boolProp allObjectLightsOn [true/false] | Turns on/off lighting for all objects. |
| RoofSlopeAngle [15-27] | Changes the angle of all roofs. |
| TerrainType [desert/temperate/dirt/concrete] | Changes the terrain type of the map. |
Miscellaneous Mayhem: Other Cheats
| Cheat | Description |
|---|---|
| AddNeighborToFamilyCheat [on/off] | Adds an NPC to the household. |
| bugJarTimeDecay [on/off] | Controls whether bugs die in jars after a set time. |
| boolProp carsCompact [true/false] | Controls car detail level. |
| boolProp controlPets [on/off] | Enables control over pets. |
| boolProp disablePuppyKittenAging [true/false] | Enables/disables aging for puppies and kittens. |
| boolProp enablePostProcessing [true/false] | Enables post-processing effects. |
| boolProp guob [true/false] | Enables shadows on objects inside buildings. |
| boolProp petActionCancel [true/false] | Enables canceling pet actions. |
| boolProp petsFreeWill [true/false] | Enables free will for pets. |
| boolProp simShadows [true/false] | Enables or disables Sim shadows. |
| bloom [red/green/blue] [0-225] | Adjusts brightness and color for filmmaking. |
| clearLotClassValue | Clears the lot class value. |
| deleteAllAwnings | Deletes all awnings on the lot. |
| deleteAllCharacters | Deletes all Sims in a neighborhood. (Use with caution!) |
| deleteAllObjects [Stairs/Windows/Doors] | Deletes all objects of a specified type. (Use with caution!) |
| faceBlendLimits [on/off] | Enables/disables limits on facial blending. |
| forcetwins | Forces a pregnant Sim to have twins. |
| PlumbobToggle [on/off] | Shows or hides the plumbob above Sims' heads. |
| showHeadlines [on/off] | Shows or hides icons above Sims' heads. |
| SlowMotion [0-8] | Adjusts slow-motion speed for filmmaking. |
| StretchSkeleton [number] | Changes a Sim's height. |
| Vsync [on/off] | Enables or disables Vsync. |
The Sims 2: Legacy Collection is available now on PC. Enjoy your enhanced Simming experience!
