What does the resetsim cheat do in The Sims 4?
resetsim cheat
Resets a stuck Sim, named by first and last name: they stop what they're doing and reappear. Type resetsim Bella Goth in the cheat console. It works without testingcheats on PC and Mac.
The resetsim cheat in The Sims 4 fixes a stuck Sim when you enter their first and last name. You type resetsim followed by the full name of the Sim, such as resetsim Bella Goth. The target Sim stops their current action and reappears.
This command is part of the Base game and works in Live mode. You do not need to enable testingcheats before you use it on PC or Mac. It also works on PlayStation and Xbox without turning cheats on first.
resetsim Bella GothType this in the cheat console (Ctrl + Shift + C)- NoNeeds testingcheats true first (PC and Mac)
- Base gamePack
What to type after resetsim
| Part | What it is | Needed |
|---|---|---|
first_name | first name | Optional |
last_name | last name | Optional |
More sims and traits cheats
| Cheat | What it does | Pack |
|---|---|---|
traits.equip_trait trait_Lazy | Gives the active Sim a trait, by its internal name. Reward traits from account rewards only work once you have unlocked them. More about traits.equip_trait | Base game |
lifestyles.reset_allneeds testingcheats | Resets the progress of every lifestyle on the active Sim. | Base game |
traits.clear_personality_traits | Removes all personality traits from the active Sim. | Base game |
traits.remove_trait trait_Lazy | Takes a trait away from the active Sim, by its internal name. | Base game |
How to enter resetsim and what it does
First, make sure you are playing in Live mode. Open the cheat console by pressing Ctrl + Shift + C on PC, or Cmd + Shift + C on Mac. On PlayStation and Xbox, press all four shoulder buttons at the same time.
Type resetsim into the box, add a space, and type the first and last name of the stuck Sim. For example, type resetsim Bella Goth and press Enter to run the command. You do not need to type testingcheats true before using this cheat.
When you run the command, the game resets that specific Sim. They stop what they are doing right away. Then they reappear so you can keep playing.
Why resetsim fails and how to fix it
If the Sim does not reset, check the mode you are playing in. The resetsim command is a Live mode cheat, so you must enter it while in Live mode. Return to Live mode and try typing the command again.
Next, check how you typed the command and the name. This cheat has no aliases, so you must spell resetsim as one word. Make sure you include a space between the command, the first name, and the last name.
Also verify the exact spelling of the first name and last name in the game. If you misspell either name, the command will not find the right Sim. Type the command again with the exact first and last name.
Questions
How do you use the resetsim cheat in The Sims 4?
Open the cheat console in Live mode and type resetsim followed by the first and last name of the Sim. For example, type resetsim Bella Goth. The Sim stops what they are doing and reappears.
Do you need testingcheats true for resetsim?
No, you do not need to turn on testingcheats to use resetsim. It works without testingcheats on PC and Mac, and it works without turning cheats on for PlayStation and Xbox.
Does the resetsim cheat work on PlayStation and Xbox?
Yes, resetsim works on PlayStation and Xbox. Press all four shoulder buttons in Live mode to open the console, then type resetsim and the first and last name of the Sim.
Which pack do you need for the resetsim cheat?
You only need the Base game to use the resetsim command. It does not require any extra packs.