The Video Gaming Skill is where fun meets fame. Whether your Sim is a keyboard warrior, motion mat pro, or mobile tapper, they can game their way to glory (and simoleons).
Skill Info
- Skill Type: Major Skill
- Max Level: 10
- Base Game Compatible
- Children can unlock Video Gaming as Teens if they max out the Mental Skill first
How to Build the Video Gaming Skill
Your Sim can level up Video Gaming by:
- Playing games on a computer, tablet, or motion game mat
- Using their phone to play mobile games
- Entering gaming tournaments or researching strategy
- Watching livestreams (and later, streaming their own)
Skill Level Progression
| Level | Unlocks |
|---|---|
| 1 | Play Sims Forever, Blicblock on any device |
| 2 | Unlock Discuss Game Strategy interaction |
| 3 | Can enter Novice Gaming Tournaments |
| 4 | Unlock MySims Go game |
| 5 | Can Research Advanced Strategy Impress Others with gaming skill |
| 6 | Can enter Professional Gaming Tournaments (e.g. R.E.F.U.G.E) |
| 7 | Can Watch Gaming Livestreams Gossip About Pro Gamers |
| 8 | Make Fun of Noobs (Mean interaction) |
| 9 | Unlock Road Rival Alpha Gain Elite Gamer status |
| 10 | Becomes a Gaming Legend famous in forums, tournaments & beyond |
Careers That Use Video Gaming
| Career | Relevance |
|---|---|
| Tech Guru | eSport Gamer track requires high gaming skill |
| Social Media | Great for Livestreaming gameplay & building audience interactions |
Cheats, Traits & Ideal Moods
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Cheat | stats.set_skill_level Major_VideoGaming 10 |
| Best Mood | Focused helps with skill gain & tournament wins |
| Traits | Geek Sims get Happy from gaming |
| Aspiration | Computer Whiz gaming is a perfect fit for this goal set |
Tips & Strategy
- Use gaming for dual benefit boosts Fun and Skill simultaneously
- Enter tournaments regularly for prize money and skill boosts
- Combine Research Advanced Strategy with Focus moodlets for faster learning
- Stream games for a social AND skill-building experience (especially in the Social Media career)
Videos / Gallery
Coming Soon!
Final Thoughts
The Video Gaming Skill turns downtime into high scores and big opportunities. Whether you’re chasing tournament wins or just want your Sim to chill in style, this skill is perfect for Fun, Fame, and Focused Sims everywhere.
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