In The Sims 4, players often ponder the idea of breaking the rules and experiencing the life of a criminal. The game provides an outlet for this desire through the "Criminal Career" option. While it may not offer the same level of satisfaction as other career paths, the promotion bonuses help compensate for this drawback.
Getting started with the criminal career is relatively simple, consisting of 10 ranks and additional rewards once you reach level 5. This guide will provide comprehensive information on the various aspects of the criminal career, such as ranks, necessary skills, and strategies for maximizing its potential in The Sims 4.
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How To Become a Criminal in The Sims 4?
Start by unlocking your phone and selecting the "Find a Job" feature. Locate the "Criminal" option among the choices and tap on it. Alternatively, players can easily access the career panel located at the bottom of their screens to opt for this particular profession.
Best Traits and Skills For Criminal Career in The Sims 4
Choosing the right traits can have a significant impact on a criminal career. The "Dastardly" trait allows for engaging in negative interactions with other Sims, while the "Hot-headed" trait adds an intense and fiery personality, leading to epic confrontations and the development of "Frenemies." Additionally, players can equip Sims with the "Mean" trait, granting them thick skin to enjoy mischievous interactions without remorse.
In order to succeed in this career, the sole required skill is mischief. Players can enhance this skill by maximizing their mischievous interactions with other Sims. For those seeking even more excitement, they can utilize the Voodoo Doll to master this skill.
Players can use cheats to speed up skill leveling in The Sims 4.
Criminal Career Rank and Branches
At level 5, gamers have the option to select between two branches: "Boss" and "Oracle". The "Boss" branch offers greater rewards with fewer working hours, whereas the "Oracle" branch provides additional financial benefits.
Rank | Job | Working Days | Daily Earnings |
1 | Tough Guy/Gal | Monday-Sunday | $63 |
2 | Petty Thief | Monday-Saturday | $91 |
3 | Ring Leader | Tuesday-Saturday | $136 |
4 | Felonius Monk | Tuesday-Saturday | $161 |
5 | Minor Crimelord | Tuesday-Saturday | $192 |
Boss Branch
Rank | Job | Working Days | Daily Earnings |
6 | The Muscle | Wednesday, Friday, Saturday | $1148 + Stolen ATM |
7 | Getaway Driver | Wednesday, Saturday | $2201 + Gold bars |
8 | Safe Cracker | Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday | $4211 + Duchess Pinky's Stolen Necklace |
9 | The Brains | Monday, Thursday, Sunday | $6699 + Search Bank Blueprints (Computer) |
10 | The Boss | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday | $8039 + Bonus, Fisticuffs Punching Bag, Boss Outfit CAS Parts |
Oracle Branch
Rank | Job | Working Days | Daily Earnings |
6 | DigiThief | Sunday-Thursday | $1148 + Bonus and Spy Satellite |
7 | Elite Hacker | Sunday-Thursday | $1723 + Bonus with Hot & Cold Tech Spec Poster and Hack The Mainframe |
8 | An0nymous Ghost | Sunday-Tuesday, Thursday | $2929 |
9 | Net Demon | Sunday-Tuesday, Thursday | $4686 |
10 | The Oracle | Sunday-Tuesday, Thursday | $6560 + Oracle Robes CAS Parts |
Players need a super efficient computer to maximize their success in Oracle branch.
The Sims 4 is available now for PC, PS4, PS5, and Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S.