The Sims 4 is a fun life simulation game where players create and control in-game characters, known as Sims, and guide them through different aspects of their lives. As players progress through the game, they can build and decorate Sims’ houses, dress them up, attend to their needs, and partake in many other engaging activities.

Though the typical approach to playing The Sims 4 involves fulfilling Sims’ needs and helping them achieve their goals, there is nothing more exciting than creating chaos and making them struggle. Fire is, no doubt, one of the key tools for creating chaos, and starting a fire can be both exciting and challenging. For those who want to start a fire in The Sims 4, this guide will show how it can be done.

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Best Ways to Start a Fire in The Sims 4

Luckily, there are many ways to ignite a fire in The Sims 4:

Let a Low-Level Sim Cook

The Sims 4 players can start a fire by letting a low-level Sim cook on a relatively cheaper stove. It is important to note that the Sim won’t start a fire right away. However, they will eventually start a fire after a few attempts.

Let a Child Sim Use the Wizard Set

This is another easy way to start a fire in The Sims 4. For this, players will need to get their hands on the Junior Wizard Starter set, which is available for 210 Simoleons and give it to a child Sim. They will start a fire after some time but don’t worry, child Sims cannot die by fire.

Place Flammable Items Next to a Fireplace

Although fireplaces in The Sims 4 are safe, they can quickly become a significant hazard if surrounded by combustible materials. For this purpose, go to the ‘Build Mode’ by pressing the F2 button or clicking the settings icon. Alternatively, gamers can also start a fire using the following cheat code:

Having said that, keep in mind that fire can pose a danger to Sims. They can suffer from burns or even get killed by fire if it’s not stopped in time. Luckily, every adult Sims in the game has access to a fire extinguisher, which they can use in case of a fire emergency. Furthermore, make sure to have a smoke detector, such as Alertz Smoke Alarm, in Sims’ houses. This alarm system is available for 75 Simoleons and will alert firefighters in case a fire breaks out.

The Sims 4 is available now for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.