Start from nothing and rise to build a life worth bragging about.
Through hard work, dumpster diving, crafting, and sheer determination, your Sim will go from grimy to greatness — building a stunning home, starting a family, launching a business, and making their parents jealous.
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World Setup & Rules
| Rule | Description |
|---|---|
| Hashtag | Use #challengeswithchar when uploading Sims or builds |
| Shout-Outs | Add your YouTube name in the description to be featured in recap videos! |
Starting Your Sim
| Mode | Instructions |
|---|---|
| Non-Story Mode | Make a scruffy Sim → Move to Eco Lifestyle world → Bulldoze the lot before moving in |
| Story Mode | Create a teen + 2 terrible parents → Build a grimy trailer → Age up teen → Split household → Move teen to a fresh, empty lot |
Cheats:
Press Ctrl + Shift + C, then type:
testingcheats on
money 0
Restrictions
- No Build/Buy purchases — only use:
- Dumpster finds
- Crafted items
- Retail purchases (player-built or downloaded lots only)
- Food Rules:
- Dumpster food or stolen food from grills/bar only
- If caught stealing, you’re banned from the bar for 24 Sim hours
- Mods Welcome: Add realism with mods like food spoiling, better recycling, etc.
Voting is Important!
Use Neighbourhood Action Plans (N.A.Ps) and influence your world:
- Encourage Community Projects
- Avoid Sharing is Caring unless you enjoy chaos
Challenge Progression
Chapter 1: A Fresh Start
Story: You’ve been kicked out by your awful parents. It’s time to survive.
| Requirement | ✅ |
|---|---|
| Toilet, Bed, Shower, Sink | ✔️ |
| Sofa, Counter, Fridge | ✔️ |
| Goal | Points |
|---|---|
| Build your trailer/caravan | 2 |
| Add 5 pieces of functional furniture | 5 |
| Reach level 10 in Handiness | 3 |
| Total | 10 |
Chapter 2: The Glow-Up
Story: You’ve got the basics. Now glow up impress your friends (and maybe your parents).
Shopping List:
Hoover, Bin, Stereo, Rugs (optional)
| Goal | Points |
|---|---|
| Fully upgrade toilet, shower, bed & fridge | 2 |
| Add wallpaper and flooring | 2 |
| Go on a shopping spree (3 outfits) | 2 |
| Take a friend to a café | 2 |
| Buy 2 new items for your home | 2 |
| Total | 10 |
Chapter 3: Business & Bonds
Story: Time to turn those skills into Simoleons — and maybe find love and a furry friend.
| Goal | Points |
|---|---|
| Build a retail store worth §5,000+ | 2 |
| Buy more clothing/outfits | 2 |
| Get a pet (rodent, cat, dog, etc.) | 4 |
| Start a romantic relationship | 2 |
| Total | 10 |
Chapter 4: Build a Home Worth Bragging About
Story: Your life is turning around. Time to show your parents you made it.
Required Upgrades:
Oven, TV Stand, Coffee Table, Chest of Drawers, Dining Table & Chairs
| Goal | Points |
|---|---|
| Add all new home items listed above | 3 |
| Expand your home into a house | 2 |
| Upgrade as many household items as possible | 2 |
| Total | 10 |
Chapter 5: Family Feud or Family Feast
Story: You’ve grown. Will this dinner be reconciliation… or chaos?
| Goal | Points |
|---|---|
| Host a dinner party with parents & partner | 5 |
| Get pregnant or adopt a child | 5 |
| Total | 10 |
Chapter 6: For the Baby
Story: You’re healing. Now it’s time to build a better life for your child.
| Goal | Points |
|---|---|
| Have §20,000 in household funds | 4 |
| Expand the house again | 2 |
| Max out all toddler skills | 2 |
| Become good friends with your toddler | 2 |
| Total | 10 |
The End
You did it. From trauma to triumph. From sleeping beside dumpsters to a home full of love and laughter. But if you’re still hungry for more…
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