To throw a birthday party for your Sims in The Sims 4 game, you need to ensure that one of your Sims is about to age up. Select the Sim's household, click on a phone or a computer, then choose the "Throw a birthday party" option to celebrate and age up your Sim.
Setting up a Birthday Party in The Sims 4
In The Sims 4, throwing a birthday party for your Sim is a fun way to celebrate their aging up. To get started, you will need to ensure that your Sim has built some relationships with other Sims in the game. Having friends to invite to the party will make the event more enjoyable. It's also a good idea to have a birthday cake ready since blowing out candles is a vital part of celebrating a Sim's birthday.
Creating the Right Atmosphere
To create a memorable birthday party for your Sim, you can decorate the party area with balloons, streamers, and other festive items. The party location can be your Sim's home or any community lot that has space for the celebration. Make sure to have enough seating for all your guests and consider setting up a stereo or hiring a DJ to provide entertainment for the party.
Inviting Guests
Inviting guests to your Sim's birthday party is crucial for a successful celebration. You can invite Sims from your Sim's relationship panel or use the phone and select "Plan a Social Event" to create a birthday party event. Make sure to select "Birthday Party" as the type of event and choose a suitable time for the party to start.
Setting Party Goals
When planning the birthday party, you can set specific goals to make it more engaging. Goals can include actions like blowing out birthday candles, socializing with guests, and cutting the birthday cake. Achieving these goals will contribute to the overall success of the party and increase the enjoyment level for your Sim and their guests.
Managing the Party
During the birthday party, it's essential to keep an eye on the needs of your Sims and their guests. Make sure there is enough food and drinks available, and consider hiring a caterer to take care of these aspects. You can also assign tasks to specific Sims to ensure everything runs smoothly, such as greeting guests or cleaning up after the party.
Capturing Memories
Birthdays in The Sims 4 are a great opportunity to capture special moments and create lasting memories. You can take screenshots or use the in-game camera to document the party and save these memories for your Sims to look back on. Don't forget to celebrate the milestone of your Sim aging up by making it a memorable event for them and their friends.