Summary
The Sims 4, a beloved life simulation game, has been enjoyed across generations. Although the game allows endlessopportunities for creative storytelling, playing the game for an extended period can begin to feel stale. The best way to bring excitement (and chaos) to the game is to attempt a legacy challenge.
In these challenges, players embark on multi-generational journeys that showcase their creativity and perseverance. Each generation comes with a specific set of rules and regulations about aspects of their Sims' lives, including their traits, careers, and appearances. Whether it is a race to have as many children as possible or to completely embody a Sim’s favorite color, theseSims 4legacy challengeswill re-ignite players' passion for storytelling back to the game.
Updated July 22, 2025 by Jenna Amore:Legacy challenges offer a unique way to create captivating stories and memorable characters. From traditional family legacies to quirky, themed challenges, there’s something for everyone to explore. These challenges not only provide structured gameplay but also inspire players tocraft their unique narrativesand rules, encouraging creativity and innovation.
This list is continuously updated to include the most exciting and innovative challenges, providing a wealth of options to inspire gameplay and keep Sim families fresh and engaging. Dive in to discover the perfect challenge to elevate The Sims 4 experience.
28Alphabet Legacy Challenge
Crafting A Legacy, One Letter At A Time
As indicated by the title, the rule of this challenge is simply to name Sims in alphabetical order. For example, the founder of the challenge is named Alina, and she has four children: Brielle, Chris, Daniel, and Elizabeth. To keep the lineage alive, players must choose an heir from their current generation and continue the alphabet legacy.
Many players have attempted and completed theAlphabet Legacy Challengewithout knowing it, which is the main reason it is ranked so low. The rules are too simple and explain nothing about each Sim’s personal goals.
27Career Legacy Challenge
Generational Mastery In Every Sims Occupation
Similar to the ever-famous Rags-to-Riches challenge, theCareer Legacy Challengehas players attempt to cycle through careers thatThe Sims 4currently has to offer. As stated in its lengthy rule book, players must roll a die or use a random number generator to determine several aspects of a Sim’s life.
This challenge, however, eliminates an integral part of what a legacy challenge represents. Completing this challenge requires a Sim to prioritize their career over their family. Without a good relationship with their children, where is the motive to continue a legacy?
26The Odd Money Legacy Challenge
Unconventional Wealth: 15 Paths To Prosperity
In an era ofunlimited money cheatsand immediate career mastery, Sims are getting spoiled. Players who find themselves bored of gameplay and challenges that focus on a Sim’s professional life should consider ditching traditional jobs and trytheOdd Money Legacy Challenge.
Each generation starts with little to no money and must embrace odd ways of earning a living, such as only earning royalties from videos or breeding frogs. A random number generator or a die will decide other aspects of each Sim’s life, including the number of children they’ll have and who will be an heir.
25The 100 Baby Challenge
Baby Fever Takes On A Whole New Meaning
Even players who live under a rock know this famous challenge, originallycreated forThe Sims 2by Amiisay. It’s such a popular challenge that some, likeNick Canon, are trying it in real life. The goal is to have 100 children, each with a different Sim. Once the matriarch passes away, the youngest female must continue the legacy.
The Sims 4community has completed and documented their progress with this difficult challenge, but it is undoubtedly the most tedious to complete. Children are just numbers in the100 Baby Challenge, and they are moved out and forgotten almost immediately after they become young adults. Who wants 100 babies anyway?
24Crystal Legacy Challenge
Crystal Clear Ambitions
TheCrystal Legacy Challengeguides Sims through generations dedicated to fulfilling their chosen crystal’s characteristics. Whether embodying the steadfast determination of amethyst or the nurturing spirit of rose quartz, each Sim generation is meticulously crafted with distinct personalities, traits, aspirations, and careers that align with their crystal’s essence.
The challenge creator has thoughtfully assigned ten different crystals, each with unique requirements, ensuring a fresh and engaging experience for every generation. Although the crystal theme may cater to a niche audience of Simmers, it offers an intriguing and rewarding gameplay experience. For those who appreciate the beauty and symbolism of crystals, this challenge is a fascinating way to bring that passion into theirSims 4gameplay.
23Not So Scary Legacy Challenge
Build A Spooky Legacy With Supernatural Love And Eerie Adventures
Players looking for a nice and short challenge for the spooky season can work on theNot So Scary Legacy Challenge. Designed to span four generations, this challenge immerses players in the world of occult Sims,drawing inspiration from spooky packs. What sets it apart is its flexible structure, allowing players ample creative freedom with minimal trait and aspiration restrictions.
Each generation introduces unique themes like “Spooky Love Story” and “Twitches Get Stitches,” encouraging players to weave intricate narratives around paranormal investigators, vampires, spellcasters, and more. A standout feature is the requirement to build themed houses for each generation, adding an architectural dimension to the legacy’s spooky journey. Unfortunately, despite the variety of opportunities, it ranks low on this list because of the shortage of generation themes.
22Greek God/Goddess Legacy Challenge
Channeling A Sim’s Inner God/Goddess
Players who wish to return to theirPercy Jacksonphase may enjoy theGreek God/Goddess Legacy Challenge, which transforms Sims into powerful Greek deities for ten generations. The rules dictate what traits, aspirations, and careers each of the god and goddess Sims may have. Additionally, they are given various small goals related to aspects such as mastering skills, specifics on family size and dynamics, and the kinds of relationships each Sim may have.
BecauseThe Sims 4isn’t likely to release Greek mythology content, asubstantial amount of custom contentis encouraged for Greek-inspired architecture and clothing. Downloading custom content is not required to complete the challenge; however, it would appear to be any old legacy challenge without it.
21Zodiac Legacy Challenge
Stories Written In The Stars
TheZodiac Legacy Challengetakes astrology admirers andSimsfans through 12 generations of Sims based on the 12 different zodiacs. From the fiery passion of Aries to the intuitive depths of Pisces, players craft Sims based on the stereotypes associated with each sign, weaving their traits, aspirations, and life paths accordingly.
This challenge offers a unique blend of creativity, astrology, and storytelling, allowing players to explore the diverse personalities and characteristics of the zodiac in a virtual setting. While not as widely recognized as some other legacy challenges, the Zodiac Legacy Challenge earns its place here in this ranking due to its innovative concept, potential for rich narratives, and the opportunity for players to delve into the complexities of astrological archetypes within the Sims universe.
20Garden Legacy Challenge
Cultivating Lives, Petals, And Paths
This challenge puts a green thumb spin on the classic legacy challenge format, giving players a chance to further develop their gardening skills. From the ambitious vegetarian who loves roses to the hot-headed hydrangea enthusiast, players must follow rules such as which skills and careers to complete, who to marry, and how many children to have.
Although the abundance of rules and restrictions on each generation are specific, they help give players a better idea of the Sim they are supposed to shape. Plus, it would not be a challenge if it weren’t challenging. Still,theGarden Legacy Challengecomes off as a knock-off Not So Berry Challenge.
19MySims Legacy Challenge
Nostalgia Meets Legacy
TheMySimsLegacy Challengeis a nostalgic journey that breathes new life into the belovedMySimsgame. Inspired by the charming characters and whimsical world that once captivated Simmers, this one challenges players to recreate iconicMySimscharacters and complete the trophy collection inThe Sims 4.
While the size and length of this challenge may seem intimidating, it dares players to achieve several milestones over a Sim’s lifespan and adhere to specific rules set by the creator. Players have the flexibility to choose which generations they wish to complete, focusing on those that interest them the most. This challenge not only offers a chance to relive the magic ofMySimsbut also provides a structured and creative framework for building a multi-generational legacy inThe Sims 4.
