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All Sims 2 Cheats: Money, Motives, and More

Author : Olivia Update : Feb 22,2025

Mastering The Sims 2 Cheats: A Comprehensive 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 cheat codes, including those for acquiring Simoleons.

Accessing the Cheat Menu

Before diving into the cheats, you need to know how to access them. Press Ctrl + Shift + C to open the command bar. Alternatively, use the following 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, this comprehensive list categorizes them by function:

Simoleon Acquisition

Cheat	Description
`familyFunds [LastName] [#]`	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.

Sim Needs & Aspiration Management

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.

Build Mode Enhancements

Cheat	Description
`boolProp showcatalogueflags [true/false]`	Shows the pack origin of items in Build/Buy Mode.
`boolProp snapObjectsToGrid [true/false]`	Enables or disables object snapping to the grid.
`changeLotClassification [low/middle/high]`	Changes the lot classification.
`changeLotZoning [residential/community/etc.]`	Changes the lot 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 the neighborhood.
`MoveObjects [on/off]`	Enables moving objects freely.
`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 Cheats

Cheat	Description
`AddneighbortoFamilycheat [on/off]`	Adds an NPC to the household.
`bugJarTimeDecay [on/off]`	Controls whether bugs in jars decay over time.
`boolProp carsCompact [true/false]`	Controls car detail levels.
`boolProp controlpets [on/off]`	Enables control over pets.
`boolProp disablePuppyKittenAging [true/false]`	Controls 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 or disables pet free will.
`boolProp simshadows [true/false]`	Enables or disables Sim shadows.
`bloom [red/green/blue] [0-225]`	Adjusts bloom effects during 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 or disables facial blending limits.
`forcetwins`	Forces a pregnant Sim to have twins.
`Plumbobtoggle [on/off]`	Shows or hides the plumbob above Sims.
`showheadlines [on/off]`	Shows or hides headlines above Sims.
`Slowmotion [0-8]`	Adjusts slow-motion speed during filmmaking.
`Stretchskeleton [number]`	Changes a Sim's height.
`Vsync [on/off]`	Enables or disables Vsync.

A character walking into a resturant in The Sims 2 as part of an article about cheats.

This comprehensive guide empowers you to fully utilize The Sims 2's cheat capabilities. Remember to use these cheats responsibly and enjoy the enhanced gameplay experience! The Sims 2: Legacy Collection is available now on PC.