Traits shape how Sims feel, behave and interact with the world. This guide covers every personality trait available in Create-a-Sim and shows which pack each trait comes from.
How Traits Work in The Sims 4
Young adult, adult and elder Sims can normally select three personality traits in Create-a-Sim. Teenagers begin with two, children have one and younger Sims use age-specific traits that are not included in this particular list.
- Emotional: Influences a Sim’s moods and emotional reactions.
- Hobby: Affects the activities and interests a Sim enjoys.
- Lifestyle: Shapes routines, habits, beliefs and everyday behaviour.
- Social: Influences relationships and interactions with other Sims.
Some traits are included with the Base Game, while others require an expansion pack or game pack. Traits added through free updates are labelled Base Game Update.
Complete Sims 4 Traits Table
Emotional traits
Hobby traits
| Trait | Pack |
|---|---|
| Ambitious | Base Game |
| Cheerful | Base Game |
| Childish | Base Game |
| Clumsy | Base Game |
| Creative | Base Game |
| Erratic | Base Game |
| Genius | Base Game |
| Gloomy | Base Game |
| Goofball | Base Game |
| High Maintenance | Spa Day |
| Hot-Headed | Base Game |
| Lovebug | Lovestruck |
| Paranoid | StrangerVille |
| Practice Makes Perfect | Base Game Update |
| Romantic | Base Game |
| Romantically Reserved | Lovestruck |
| Self-Assured | Base Game |
| Squeamish | Outdoor Retreat |
| Unflirty | City Living |
| Trait | Pack |
|---|---|
| Art Lover | Base Game |
| Bookworm | Base Game |
| Dance Machine | Get Together |
| Foodie | Base Game |
| Geek | Base Game |
| Loves Outdoors | Base Game |
| Maker | Eco Lifestyle |
| Music Lover | Base Game |
| Recycle Disciple | Eco Lifestyle |
Lifestyle traits
Social traits
| Trait | Pack |
|---|---|
| Active | Base Game |
| Adventurous | Snowy Escape |
| Chased by Death | Life & Death |
| Child of the Islands | Island Living |
| Child of the Ocean | Island Living |
| Child of the Village | For Rent |
| Competitive | Adventure Awaits |
| Disruptive | Enchanted by Nature |
| Freegan | Eco Lifestyle |
| Glutton | Base Game |
| Green Fiend | Eco Lifestyle |
| Kleptomaniac | Base Game |
| Lactose Intolerant | Cottage Living |
| Lazy | Base Game |
| Macabre | Life & Death |
| Materialistic | Base Game |
| Mystical | Enchanted by Nature |
| Neat | Base Game |
| Overachiever | High School Years |
| Perfectionist | Base Game |
| Rancher | Horse Ranch |
| Skeptical | Life & Death |
| Slob | Base Game |
| Vegetarian | City Living |
| Trait | Pack |
|---|---|
| Animal Enthusiast | Cottage Living |
| Bro | Base Game |
| Cat Lover | Cats & Dogs |
| Cringe | For Rent |
| Dog Lover | Cats & Dogs |
| Evil | Base Game |
| Family-Oriented | Base Game |
| Generous | For Rent |
| Good | Base Game |
| Hates Children | Base Game |
| Horse Lover | Horse Ranch |
| Idealist | Businesses & Hobbies |
| Insider | Get Together |
| Jealous | Base Game |
| Loner | Base Game |
| Loyal | Base Game Update |
| Mean | Base Game |
| Noncommittal | Base Game |
| Nosy | For Rent |
| Outgoing | Base Game |
| Party Animal | High School Years |
| Plant Lover | Enchanted by Nature |
| Proper | Snowy Escape |
| Self-Absorbed | Get Famous |
| Shady | Businesses & Hobbies |
| Snob | Base Game |
| Socially Awkward | High School Years |
A selection of personality traits available in The Sims 4 Create-a-Sim. 
A selection of personality traits available in The Sims 4 Create-a-Sim. 
A selection of personality traits available in The Sims 4 Create-a-Sim. 
A selection of personality traits available in The Sims 4 Create-a-Sim. 
A selection of personality traits available in The Sims 4 Create-a-Sim. 
A selection of personality traits available in The Sims 4 Create-a-Sim.
Choosing the Right Traits for Your Sim
The best traits depend on the personality, story and style of gameplay you have planned. You could create a loyal family Sim, an ambitious business owner, a chaotic cheater or a gloomy goth by combining three traits that support the character you want to play.
If you need some inspiration, read my Best Sims 4 Trait Combinations for Every Personality guide for complete three-trait combinations, pack requirements and Base Game alternatives.
Final Thoughts
There are currently 82 personality traits available in Create-a-Sim, giving players plenty of ways to create different personalities and stories. Some traits make everyday gameplay easier, while others introduce challenges, conflict or unpredictable behaviour.
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