In The Sims 3, inviting another Sim to move into your household is a straightforward process, provided certain conditions are met. Whether you’re looking to expand your household for gameplay variety or deepen a relationship, here’s how to successfully ask a Sim to move in.
1. Build a Strong Relationship
Before the “Ask to Move In” option becomes available, your Sim must establish a solid relationship with the target Sim. This can be achieved through:
- Friendly Interactions: Engage in conversations, tell stories, and perform other friendly actions.
- Romantic Interactions: If pursuing a romantic relationship, actions like flirting or complimenting can help.
Monitor the relationship status; once it reaches “Friend” or higher, you’re on the right track.
2. Initiate the Move-In Conversation in The Sims 3
With a strong relationship established:
- Engage in Friendly Interactions: Continue interacting until the conversation status reads “Sociable” or better.
- Access the “Ask to Move In” Option: Under the “Friendly” interaction menu, the “Ask to Move In” option should now appear.
Selecting this will prompt a confirmation dialog, allowing you to manage household members and funds.
3. Manage Household Details
Upon initiating the move-in:
- Select Household Members: Choose which Sims (and pets, if applicable) will move.
- Adjust Funds: Decide how household funds will be divided or combined.
This flexibility ensures you can customize the household to your preferences.
4. Troubleshooting Tips
- Option Not Appearing: Ensure the relationship level is sufficient and that the target Sim isn’t already part of another active household.
- Using Cheats: If needed, enable cheats by pressing
Ctrl + Shift + C, typingtestingcheatsenabled true, thenShift + Clickon the target Sim and select “Add to Active Household.”
This method can bypass certain restrictions but should be used cautiously.
By following these steps, you can seamlessly invite Sims to join your household, enhancing your gameplay experience in The Sims 3.