Summary
InThe Sims 4, combiningtheGet Famousexpansion packwith various other DLCs opens up a world of possibilities for crafting captivating celebrity storylines. Whether players aim to build realistic, dramatic narratives for their gameplay or create engaging content for their online followers, there are countless ways to explore the glamorous life of fame.
Withthe perks of celebrity statusadding an extra layer of excitement and intrigue, players can dive into storylines like rising from rags to riches or navigating the complexities of reality TV drama. Discover how these rich storylines can enhance their celebrity Sims' lives and keep gameplay fresh and dynamic.
1Rags To Riches
Climb The Ladder From Poverty To Ultimate Wealth
Some players are too eager to use money cheats and spoil their Sims rotten with a lavish lifestyle, making gameplay feel stale and boring. Instead,theRags-To-Richesstoryline offers a challengeto embrace the thrill of starting from scratch. The Sim will begin with minimal funds and strive to achieve success and fame through hard work and creativity. Invest in a camera and dive into content creation. Sims can make entertaining videos or engaging blogs about their journey to stardom.
As they build their skills and grow their following, each milestone becomes a testament to their perseverance. Watching your Sim evolve from having nothing to achieving everything provides a deeply rewarding experience, showcasing the true joy of earning success the hard way.
2Family Dynasty
Establish A Family Legacy That Spans Generations
Dive into the drama and excitement ofraising a famous family with theFamily Dynastystoryline, akin to real-life dynasties like the Kardashians. In this scenario, a Sim’s family is thrust into the spotlight, navigating the challenges of fame while dealing with internal family dynamics. The storyline explores how the family balances their public persona with their private lives.
Using theGrowing TogetherandParenthoodpacks, players gain access to more family interactions and more nuanced family dynamics. These family-centric packs put parenting tools in players' hands to help shape their Sims’ behavior and skills from childhood through adulthood. Players can use this storyline to show the complexities of how the family interacts, how the parents manage their public image, and how each family member’s personal goals and conflicts unfold.
3Artist Aficionado
Craft Masterpieces And Leave Your Mark
TheArtist Aficionadostoryline is a captivating journey for players who want to see their Sim rise to fame through artistic achievement. Starting with minimal skills, players can choose from a range of creative pursuits — such aspainting from the base game, knitting withNifty Knitting, cross-stitching fromCottage Living, or gemology fromCrystal Creations.
Players can even leverageCity Living’s Flea Market event to sell their art and gain higher profits or paint the streets with politically charged murals for fame. As the Sim’s skills and fame grow, they can see their creations displayed in museums, win prestigious awards, and even set new trends.
4Best-Selling Author
Pen Your Way To The Top With Unforgettable Stories
Take Sim from a novice writer to a celebrated literary figure withtheBest-Selling Authorstoryline. Starting with basic writing skills, Sims can craft novels, articles, guides, screenplays, poems, and stories that captivate audiences. Whether Sims submit their works to the Literary Digest, sell to publishers, or choose to self-publish their creations, they can make a pretty penny doing so.
To enhance this storyline, consider usingDiscover Universityto enroll in writing-related courses, get a degree in language and literature, and gain a jumpstart in the writing career. Sims can write masterful books on various skills, pen nonfiction accounts of their life experiences, or craft a compelling series of fictional stories that keep readers eagerly flipping the page.
5Political Celebrity
Command The Political Stage To Gain Power And Fame
Players can create aPolitical Celebritystoryline by following their Sims throughthe politician career fromCity Living. Starting as an activist, Sims will rise through the political ranks, giving speeches, promoting their chosen causes, and securing votes to progress in their career.
By engaging with public events and media, Sims can build fame, eventually becoming a renowned political figure. Players can choose whether their Sim will be a beloved national leader or a corrupt politician using their celebrity status and reputation for manipulation and personal gain, shaping a dynamic and exciting career.
6Chart-Topping Musician
From Busker To The Biggest Star
Utilizing musical instruments such as the guitar, piano, violin, or DJ booth, players can tell aChart-Topping Musicianstoryline. Start from humble beginnings by busking for tips in public spaces and watch them gradually gain fame by attracting followers and fans. As their skill improves, they can write and publish original songs, which generate a steady income and further boost their notoriety.
Players can alsouse the club system fromGet Togetherto form a band, organizing jam sessions, music events, and performances that help build fame. Sims can even catch the attention of a record label, propelling them to the big leagues. Take Sims on a music tour across the world, navigating the highs of fame and fortune and the lows of public scrutiny, as they work to become a Global Superstar.
7Aspiring Actor
From Small-Time Gigs To Academy Award Winner
In theAspiring Actorstoryline, players can guide their Sims through theactive actor career fromGet Famous, building an exciting journey to stardom. Starting with low-budget commercials and humble auditions, Sims can work their way up by perfecting their acting skills, mingling with co-stars, and navigating the high-pressure world of television and film. They can even try their shot at a Starlight Accolade award.
Experience the actor’s routine of visiting hair and makeup, getting fitted in costumes, and performing on set. Sims can land roles in popular TV shows and blockbuster films, all while gaining fame and fortune. Explore the challenges of the film industry and the importance of maintaining a positive public image with this storyline.
8Sports Superstar
Dominate In Athletics And Propel Sims To Fame
For a storyline about aSports Superstar, players can guide their Sims to athletic greatness by focusing on various sports like soccer fromDiscover University, football fromHigh School Years, basketball fromCity Living, or even the base game’s athlete career. Players can simulate teams using the club system fromGet Together, forming training groups and rival teams.
Face realisticscenarios such as sports-related injuries, intense rivalries, crushing losses, and exhilarating victories. As they continue to grow and succeed on the field, they gain fame and recognition. Players can craft this narrative by balancing the demands of training, maintaining their Sims' bodies and minds, and managing the pressure of high-stakes competitions.
9Live-Streaming Sensation
Build An Online Empire Of Followers
In theLive-Streaming Sensationstoryline, players can guide their Sims to internet stardom using the social media career fromGet Famousor thelive streamer part-time job fromHigh School Years. Start by creating a SimsTube avatar and streaming video games to build a fanbase. Live streamers can become famous sensations through consistent content creation and engagement with followers.
10Reality TV Drama
Love, Lies, And Betrayal — Scheme Your Way To Fame
Players cantransform their Sims into reality TV celebritiesby simulating formats from popular shows likeLove Island,Survivor,Big Brother, orThe Bachelor/Bachelorettefor aReality TV Dramastoryline. Create competition-style households where Sims must navigate social dynamics, form alliances, and engage in strategic manipulation to win.
Through lies and deceit, backstabbing, or by playing a loyal game, Sims can outlast their competitors and rise to fame. Romance, rivalries, and high-stakes drama fuel the storyline as Sims compete for love, money, or fame, all while living under constant scrutiny. Players can further enhance the experience by leveraging the fame system fromGet Famousto track their Sims' rise to stardom as reality TV icons.
